Marguerite

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"Marguerite" is a musical based on the Alexandre Dumas, fils novel "La Dame aux Camélias." The story is set in Nazi-occupied Paris in the early 1940s and follows the unlikely relationship between Marguerite, a glamorous and wealthy courtesan, and Armand, a young musician. Marguerite's current lover, Otto, is a high-ranking Nazi officer who becomes suspicious of her relationship with Armand and begins to investigate. Meanwhile, Armand's family disapproves of the relationship due to Marguerite's reputation and social status. As tensions rise, Marguerite is forced to confront the consequences of her choices and the impact they have on those around her.

The musical features a score by Michel Legrand, with lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer and Alain Boublil. It premiered in London's West End in 2008, with Ruthie Henshall as Marguerite and Julian Ovenden as Armand. The show was praised for its powerful performances, elegant staging, and evocative score. Although it had a relatively short run in the West End, "Marguerite" has since been produced in several other countries and has gained a loyal following among musical theatre enthusiasts.