Drew Sarich Tapped to Play Jean Valjean in Les Miz

Drew Sarich will assume the role of Jean Valjean in the Broadway production of Les Miserables beginning July 23 at the Broadhurst Theatre, succeeding Alexander Gemignani.

Sarich has been a member of the show's ensemble and is currently alternating in the role of Javert. He also performed on Broadway as Armand in Lestat and off-Broadway in Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well and Living in Paris. While living in Europe for several years, Sarich played leading roles in Hair, Tommy, Jesus Christ Superstar, Jekyll & Hyde and Hedwig and the Ingry Inch.

The cast of Les Miserables also includes Tony winner Lea Salonga Fantine, Ann Harada Madame Thenardier, Max von Essen Enjolras, Ali Ewoldt Cosette, Adam Jacobs Marius, Megan McGinnis Eponine, Chip Zien Thenardier, as of June 29 and Robert Hunt Javert, as of July 6.