[MASTERPOST] Musical 'The Man Who Laughs' - Synopsis, Cast & Translations
- nctdaoying
- Jan 12
- 3 min read
The Man Who Laughs is a musical by EMK Productions, based on Victor Hugo's novel of the same name. The story centers around Gwynplaine, a man whose face has been grotesquely disfigured into a permanent, horrifying smile by a cruel punishment. As a child, Gwynplaine was abandoned and found by a traveling performer who raised him as a circus act, making him a laughing spectacle.
The musical explores his journey as he grows into adulthood, grappling with his deformity, his quest for identity, and his search for love and acceptance. Gwynplaine falls in love with Dea, a blind girl who sees him as beautiful and loves him for who he is inside, not for his outward appearance. However, Gwynplaine's fate is intertwined with powerful figures such as the corrupt aristocrat, Duke of Claren, who wants to control him and his wealth.
The central themes of the musical revolve around love, identity, societal cruelty, and the pursuit of happiness in a world that often judges based on appearances. The conflict between inner goodness and external judgment is explored deeply, as Gwynplaine must confront the reality of his own self-worth and destiny, all while challenging a society that imposes rigid standards of beauty and class.
The musical features powerful performances, emotional songs, and dramatic storytelling that reflect the novel's exploration of human suffering and resilience, ultimately portraying Gwynplaine's quest for redemption, love, and freedom from his cursed smile.
Cast (2025)
Gwynplaine: Park Euntae, Lee Seokhoon, Kyuhyun, Doyoung (Gwynplaine)
Ursus: Seo Beomseok, Min Youngki
Duchess Josiana: Kim Sohyang, Lisa
Dea: Lee Soobin, Jang Hyerin
Sir David Durimore: Kang Taeeul, Park Si-won
Pedro: Seonghyuk Moon
Queen Anne: Kim Youngjoo, Kim Jiseon
Violinist: Heo Jaeyeon, Baek Seunghoon
Ensemble: Lee Wooseung, Lee Kang, Kim Changhyun, Park Sunjung, Kim Gyeongtaek, Song Imgyu, Kim Sol, Song Jooyoung, Deborah Yoon, Yoo Gayoung, Jang Jinsoo, Jeong Jaeheon, Lim Dahyun, Lee Hoyoung, Lee Dongyoon, Jo Namgyu, Park Haeun, Im Sanghee, Kim Dahye, Kim Heechan, Lee Jeongmin
Young Gwynplaine: Moon Sun-woo , Lee Seung-woo, Jo Woojun
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