The epic battle of Jean Valjean and Inspector Javert will now be heard _ and sung _ in Chinese.

Cameron Mackintosh will co-present Chinese-language versions of classic Broadway and West End musicals such as 'Les Miserables' and 'The Phantom of the Opera' in China beginning next year, the British producer announced Monday in Beijing.

The productions are part of an agreement with the Chinese performing arts agency China Arts and Entertainment Group, which is affiliated with China's Ministry of Culture. Read more