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The Story
Les Misérables is a classic French novel written by widely celebrated authour Victor Hugo. First published in 1862, the historically based fiction follows the protagonist Jean Valjean (a reformed ex-convict) and Inspector Javert (a police officer), as well as other beloved characters portrayed as heroes and villains with complexity and nuance. In a setting which takes place before, during, and after the French Revolution, the story explores the nature of law and grace, politics, justice, religion, and the types and nature of romantic and familial love.
Are heroes and villains a social construct? Is it always clear who the hero and villain is in a story? Are heroes and villains necessary in society to achieve justice? Is it fair to reduce one's humanity to either? Is following the law always just and moral? When is it not?
Excerpts from the novel Les Misérables will be presented as a dramatic staged reading followed by a facilitated discussion at Saint Paul University on November 6th, 2026.
Special Guest
CATHY NOBLEMAN
Cathy has a Masters in Journalism and a Bachelors in French Literature which included a paper on Les Misérables. She has vocational experience in both journalism and prison chaplaincy, as well as volunteering in palliative care work. Cathy is also a theatre artist with an enthusiasm for discussions about important cultural and spiritual issues. Cathy was part of 9th Hour Theatre Company's 2025 development of Frankenstein Ai, as well as performed in the company’s productions of Prodigal Son (2017) and Halo (2020). She has also performed multiple times with TotoToo and Ottawa Little Theatre, where she has also worked on directing teams.
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The Artists
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