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The Heat Is Back On: The Remaking of Miss Saigon (2015)

Last seen in the West End 15 years ago, Miss Saigon has become one of the most successful musicals in history, seen by 40 million people worldwide. From the process of casting 40 actors from 18 different countries, to the reinvention of the staging, including the famous helicopter scene, The Heat is Back On takes us on a journey through rehearsals right up to the star-studded opening night. Featuring interviews with legendary producer Cameron Mackintosh, authors Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg and many of the award-winning cast and creative team.

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  • Documentary

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Eva NoblezadaEva NoblezadaSelf
  • Photo of Alistair BrammerAlistair BrammerSelf
  • Photo of Jon Jon BrionesJon Jon BrionesSelf
  • Photo of Rachelle Ann GoRachelle Ann GoSelf
  • Photo of Tamsin CarrollTamsin CarrollSelf
  • Photo of Kwang-Ho HongKwang-Ho HongSelf
  • Photo of Hugh MaynardHugh MaynardSelf
  • Photo of Cameron MackintoshCameron MackintoshSelf
  • Photo of Alain BoublilAlain BoublilSelf
  • Photo of Claude-Michel SchönbergClaude-Michel SchönbergSelf

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