Broadway hits Iran with unique take on ‘Les Miserables’

A scene from the musical production 'Les Miserables', performed by Iranian artists at the Espinas Hotel in the capital Tehran. Photo: AFP

Iranian theatre director Hossein Parsaee calls Victor Hugo’s classic a “masterpiece without borders” but his groundbreaking production of Les Miserables that has hit the stage in Tehran has a few unique twists.

For a start, none of the actresses are allowed to reveal their own hair, and in case their wigs look too natural, the poster advertising the show carries a bright red notice underscoring that their locks are fake.