January 20, 2026 — It was the first day of Les Misérables (concert) here in Manila, Philippines, and I had the privilege of watching it live at the stunning Solaire Theatre. My heart is full, my voice is slightly hoarse from cheering, and my eyes? Definitely cried more than I expected. A great experience indeed. A Story That Has Moved Generations Les Misérables, based on the novel by Victor Hugo, tells the story of Jean Valjean, a former prisoner trying to rebuild his life after receiving an unexpected act of grace. As he seeks redemption, he is relentlessly pursued by Inspector Javert, who believes justice must be upheld at all…