"Miss Saigon" is a musical by Claude-Michel Schönberg and Alain Boublil, first performed in 1989. Set during the Vietnam War, it tells the tragic love story between a Vietnamese woman named Kim and an American soldier, Chris. The narrative explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the impact of war on individuals and families. The musical is inspired by Puccini's opera Madama Butterfly and features powerful songs like "The Heat is On in Saigon" and "I'd Give My Life for You." It has been performed worldwide and is known for its emotional depth and dramatic staging, including the iconic helicopter scene.