Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg, Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer, Original French text by Alain Boublil and Jean-Marc Natel, Additional Material by James Fenton / Les Misérables is the world’s longest running musical — a true modern classic based on Victor Hugo's novel and featuring one of the most memorable scores of all time. The multi-award-winning Les Misérables is as groundbreaking today as it was when it first premiered in London in 1985. Epic, grand and uplifting, Les Misérables - School Edition packs an emotional wallop that has thrilled audiences all over the world. This author-approved edition has been abridged for teen performers while beautifully maintaining the integrity of this musical masterpiece.