AN AMBITIOUS production of hit musical ‘Les Misérables’ by Barrow Hill pupils got standing ovations on both the nights it was performed.

Directed by head of drama Luisa Mason, the cast was made up of Year 8 children and the chorus of years six and seven.

Also causing a stir were two girls from years three and four playing little Eponine and young Cosette.,

“It’s been my dream to perform this wonderful musical ever since we took the children to see the West End production last summer,” Luisa said.

“I was impressed and inspired by their enthusiasm and knew then that they had the ability and dedication required to stage this challenging show.

“Barrow Hills strongly believes in setting ambitious projects for its children, providing opportunities in all subject areas.

“The children demonstrated total commitment and showed maturity beyond their years.

“The standing ovations on both nights are a testament to the power of this production.”

Headmaster Sean Skehan, said: “At Barrow Hills we aspire to live by our school motto ‘We are prepared for greater things’.

“By choosing such an ambitious musical for year eight, Luisa Mason has yet again shown just how much the children relish and respond to a challenge.

“We are enormously proud of them all.”