(LAKEWOOD, NJ) -- The Howell PAL Theater Company, one of the only Police Athletic League theater companies in the state of New Jersey, presents their teen summer show, Les Misérables School Edition on July 8-9 at The Strand in Lakewood.  Performances are at 7:30pm.  The play is performed entirely by students. Winner of over 100 international awards and seen by over 70 million, Les Misérables is the world’s longest running musical — a true modern classic based on Victor Hugo's novel and featuring one of the most memorable scores of all time. The multi-award-winning play is as groundbreaking today as it was when it first premiered in London in 1985. 

In nineteenth century France, Jean Valjean is released from years of unjust imprisonment, but finds nothing in store for him but mistrust and mistreatment. He breaks his parole in hopes of starting a new life, initiating a lifelong struggle for redemption as he is relentlessly pursued by police inspector Javert, who refuses to believe Valjean can change his ways. Finally, during the Paris student uprising of 1832, Javert must confront his ideals after Valjean spares his life and saves that of the student revolutionary who has captured the heart of Valjean's adopted daughter.

The Strand Theater is located at 400 Clifton Avenue in Lakewood, New Jersey.  Tickets go on sale June 1st.

Since 2011, the Howell PAL Theater Company has been bringing educational and unparalleled quality theatrical performances to the Monmouth County area, under the direction of Mrs. Gillian Bryck. With the guidance of the Howell Police Athletic League, the company’s mission is to inspire, educate and challenge young people with extraordinary positive musical theater experiences. With a foundation of encouragement and trust, participants learn to explore their creative and artistic talents.

Each season, the PALTC produces full Broadway musicals featuring a teen summer show and a Broadway musical for people ages 6-21.  Students get to experience the joy of theatre, while also learning what it takes to be an actor. They offer Actor Toolbox and Musical Theater Dance and Voice classes year-round at the Howell PAL Community Center located in Howell, New Jersey. The Howell PAL Theater Company, is a non-profit theater company that relies on donations, sponsorships and fundraising for people to participate in all PAL theater programs.