‘Les Misérables’ review: Musical returns to NYC in massive Radio City concert

Initial reports established the production’s high-profile cast, noting the inclusion of Patti LuPone and Aaron Tveit in the ensemble. Subsequent articles from BroadwayWorld and New York Daily News expanded on the scope of the event, documenting live performances on 'GMA' and providing photographic evidence of the production’s scale. The coverage frames the event as both an 'arena concert' and a significant milestone, with outlets like Playbill connecting the current staging to the show's 41-year history, referencing figures such as Lea Michele.

Reviewers hold varying perspectives on the production’s artistic intent. TheaterMania characterizes the show as a 'glorious farewell to a bygone era,' while the New York Post focuses on the physical return of the musical to the city. Conversely, other pieces, such as those in the New York Stage Review and the Chicago Tribune, emphasize the audience reception, noting that the staging succeeds in getting the people to cheer despite the shift from traditional theater to an arena format.

The current state of the production is defined by these positive critical reviews and public appearances by the cast. While the show is presently live at Radio City Music Hall, coverage does not yet specify how long the concert run will continue or if the production will transition to subsequent venues following the current engagement.