The complete book of Les Misérables / Edward Behr.
| Author/creator |
Behr, Edward, 1926-2007 |
| Included Work | Schönberg, Claude-Michel. Misérables. Libretto. English. |
| Format | Book and Print |
| Edition | 1st U.S. edition. |
| Publication Info | New York : Arcade Publishing, ©1989. |
| Description | 191 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 30 cm |
| Subject(s) |
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| Contents | A chronology of the life and times of Victor Hugo -- The father of "Les Misérables" -- Victor Hugo and the making of "Les Misérables" -- Movers and shakers -- From "Les Misérables" to "Les Mis" -- From April '85 to opening night -- Opening night and after -- "Les Misérables : past, present and future -- Opening nights -- Recordings -- Awards -- Libretto. |
| Abstract | A complete history of Victor Hugo's Les Miserables, from novel to popular musical. The creation and production of the award-winning musical are described in detail. There are interviews with cast, directors, and producers; production notes; design and costuming concerns; and a complete libretto. The concise text and detail give readers an understanding of all the work that goes into producing such an extensive musical. The book is beautifully illustrated with live drawings, original art work from the novels, and color photographs from the musical productions. |
| General note | "Libretto" (in English translated from the French): pages 163-191. |
| Bibliography note | Discography: page 161. |
| LCCN | 89015093 |
| ISBN | 1559700335 |
| ISBN | 9781559700337 |
Available Items
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions | |
| Music | Music Stacks | ML410.S286 B38 1989 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |