P&P Productions and the National Theatre, in association with Pathé, have announced performance dates and ticket details for Pride, the new British musical based on the award-winning film.
The production will run at the National Theatre’s Dorfman stage from 11 June to 12 September 2026, with a press performance scheduled for 25 June. A preview run will take place at Sherman Theatre in Cardiff from 31 March to 18 April 2026.
Public booking for Pride opens at 10am on Friday 14 November 2025.
Directed by Matthew Warchus (Matilda The Musical) and written by Stephen Beresford (The Last of the Haussmans), Pride tells the true story of Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners (LGSM), who supported a Welsh mining village during the 1984 strike.
The musical features original music by Christopher Nightingale (A Christmas Carol), Josh Cohen (Sylvia), and DJ Walde (Sylvia), with songs inspired by protest anthems, pop, rock, disco, and Welsh choral traditions.
Casting is yet to be announced.
Director Matthew Warchus said:
“It was one of the greatest joys and privileges of my career to direct the film version of ‘Pride’. I’m so excited to be working alongside Stephen again – together with Chris, Josh and DJ – to bring this hugely emotional and inspiring true story to the stage and let it sing.”
Writer Stephen Beresford added:
“It was an incredible experience to bring the true story of ‘Pride’ to the screen, and it’s equally thrilling to now bring it to the stage. The soaring, epic nature of this story seemed tailor-made for musical theatre – and to collaborate with Josh and DJ, and reunite with Matthew and Chris has been nothing short of a joy. I can’t wait for audiences to see it.”
National Theatre Director Indhu Rubasingham commented:
“When I heard that Matthew and Stephen were adapting their beloved film ‘Pride’ as a stage musical, I knew instantly that I wanted it to be here at the National Theatre. The Dorfman is an intimate, flexible theatre renowned for new writing and for challenging expectations. The world premiere of ‘Pride’ will push the limits of what is possible in this space, both joyful and disrupting, I can’t wait for audiences to experience its power.”
Pride is developed and directed by Matthew Warchus, with book and lyrics by Stephen Beresford. The creative team includes Bunny Christie (set and costume design), Lizzi Gee (choreography), Hugh Vanstone (lighting), Bobby Aitken (sound), Tom Kelly (music supervision), Jo Cichonska (music direction), and David Grindrod CDG (casting).
Listings and ticket information can be found here.
