"Meet the Cast of Les Miserables" blog series #2: Meet Enjolras!

David Dodge, our Enjolras

David lives in Hudson, MA and works as a therapist. He admits to not being involved in a show in almost twenty years! He served in the military for three years before working for a bit and pursuing school, eventually earning two Masters Degrees from Boston College. He has been a fan of Les Misérables for over 20 years and, since he was finished with school, jumped at the chance to be part of ACT’s production.

What was your first experience with Les Misérables?

My first experience was seeing the 10^th Anniversary Dream Cast Concert on Channel 2. Then I went to Broadway and saw (and met!) Craig Schulman, who played Jean Valjean. Craig also represented the USA in the special bonus performances of “Do You Hear the People Sing?” and “One Day More” for the 10^th Anniversary Concert —16 different Jean Valjeans from around the world singing in different languages!

What has it been like to prepare for your role?

It is a huge honor to be allowed to portray Enjolras. I find that my time in the military has helped me greatly in conveying the appropriate mindset to the students in convincing them to die for my cause.

What about this production excites you the most?

That I get to play a key role in one of the greatest musicals of all time!

How has local theatre and performing enriched your life?

It is good to have an activity outside of working as a therapist where I can distract my mind from my work and help tell one of the greatest stories of all time.