PRIDE The Musical based on the hit film confirmed for the National Theatre in London

The stage musical adaptation of hit British film PRIDE has been confirmed for the National Theatre in London.

Based on the uplifting true story of solidarity between LGBTQ+ activists and striking Welsh miners during the 1984 miners’ strike, Pride follows two seemingly disparate communities united during one of Britain’s most turbulent political eras.

Set against the backdrop of Margaret Thatcher’s Conservative government, the story explores themes of identity, resilience, and the power of unlikely alliances.

The musical reunites the acclaimed creative team behind the original 2014 film, which starred Bill Nighy, Imelda Staunton, Dominic West, Paddy Considine, Andrew Scott, George MacKay, Joseph Gilgun and Ben Schnetzer.

Stephen Beresford is adapting his screenplay for the stage, and Matthew Warchus (Matilda The Musical), outgoing artistic director of The Old Vic, is returning as director. The production features original music by Christopher Nightingale, Josh Cohen, and DJ Walde.

The musical has been in development for a number of years, with Matthew Warchus last confirming the show in October 2022. News of a stage adaptation of the movie first appeared back in 2014, with Stephen Beresford talking about a Pride musical to the Evening Standard.

This new musical of Pride is a co-production between the National Theatre and P&P Productions, the latter led by Warchus, Beresford, Nia Janis of Playful Productions, and David Livingstone, who also produced the original film.

The world premiere of Pride will take place at the Sherman Theatre in Cardiff, ahead of its London run at the Dorfman Theatre at the National Theatre. Performance dates are to be confirmed.

News of Pride was part of the National Theatre’s new season announcement for 2025 & 2026.

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