Producers P&P Productions, with the National Theatre in association with Pathé, have released first-look rehearsal images for Pride, a new British musical based on the award-winning film.
The production reunites director Matthew Warchus and writer Stephen Beresford, who bring the true story of Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners (LGSM) to the stage. Set during the 1984 miners’ strike, it charts the story of a group of friends who join forces with a small Welsh village in a powerful act of solidarity.
Pride will run at the National Theatre’s Dorfman stage from 11 June to 12 September 2026, following preview performances at Sherman Theatre in Cardiff from 31 March to 18 April 2026.
Full casting includes Samuel Barnett as Jonathan, Lewis Cornay as Bromley, Matthew Durkan as Mike, Gillian Elisa as Gwen, Robin Hayward as Martin, Chris Jenkins as Gethin, Darren Lawrence as Cliff, Jhon Lumsden as Mark, Kirsty Malpass as Hefina, Sarah Pugh as Siân, Jordan Shaw as Reggie, Courtney Stapleton as Steph, Caroline Sheen as Maureen, Mared Williams as Margaret and Matthew Woodyatt as Dai.
The ensemble features Daniel Forrester, Madeleine Morgan, Catherine Morris and Graham Vick.
The musical features original music by Christopher Nightingale, Josh Cohen and DJ Walde. The creative team includes set and costume designer Bunny Christie, choreographer Lizzi Gee, lighting designer Hugh Vanstone, sound designer Bobby Aitken, music supervisor Tom Kelly and music director Jo Cichonska.
Pride is developed and directed by Matthew Warchus with book and lyrics by Stephen Beresford. Further associate creatives include Jamie Manton, Verity Sadler, Ashley Andrews, Luca Panetta, Jonas Roebuck and Jennifer Lane Baker.
Press night will take place on Thursday 25 June 2026 at 7pm.
Listings and ticket information can be found here.
