Les Miserables -

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katch · 20/08/2008 20:18

Is it suitable for younger kids? My 13 y/o wants to go, but I also have a 10 y/o and a 7 y/o. Would hate to find it's too strong/ violent etc.

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Whizzz · 20/08/2008 20:20

oh it's wonderful.....I think they would be OK. There's a gunshot which nearly made me fall off my seat - the music is amazing though

falcon · 20/08/2008 21:14

Could you get the concert version on dvd and watch that first to see if you're happy with them seeing it in the theatre?

themes,prostitution,theft,suicide,war,murder,mistreatment of children etc I probably make it sound worse than it is, but some of the lyrics are a little risque though may go over the head of most children.

Twinklemegan · 20/08/2008 21:20

I wouldn't have any qualms about the content. The only thing is that your youngest might find it a bit long. But then the time flies by - it's a terrific show. I've seen it about 5 times I think (including the concert version at the Albert Hall).

falcon · 20/08/2008 21:25

My post should say there are strong themes including prostitution etc I accidentally deleted that part.

nannyL · 20/08/2008 22:42

I think it would be ok... but oky just for a 7 year old

that gunshot made me jump too

apart from 'master of the house' theres isnt really any bad language in most of the other songs

i LOVE Les Mis. and have been listening to it in the car today

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katch · 20/08/2008 22:49

Thanks so much for all advice - sorry had to disappear.

I suppose they've come across all of those themes on telly, but I suppose the effects are somehow more keenly felt in a 'live' situation.

Falcon's idea re. watching dvd is a good idea - but am convincing myself it'll be ok.

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jalopy · 21/08/2008 09:43

It's fantastic but very long. 7 yr old might find it a trial to get through.

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