Pride

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About the Show

A new musical following the unlikely alliance between gay activists and striking Welsh miners in 1984.

Set in 1984, Pride follows 24-year-old activist Mark Ashton, who rallies a group of lesbian and gay campaigners to form an alliance with mining communities in South Wales during the miners' strike. As Margaret Thatcher's government wages war on the coal industry and the AIDS crisis intensifies, the two groups find common ground in solidarity, humor, and a shared determination to resist. The musical traces how the partnership transforms both communities in ways neither anticipated.

Written and directed by the creative team behind the original film, the production features an original soundtrack drawing on pop, rock, disco, and the Welsh choral tradition. Following record-breaking sold-out runs at Sherman Theatre Cardiff and the National Theatre, Pride transfers to the Bridge Theatre from 12 November.

Critic Reviews (8)

For a previous production

"The keenly awaited, lovingly crafted stage musical version, once again nimbly written by Stephen Beresford and directed by Matthew Warchus, is just as rich and funny, and even more moving."
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For a previous production

The musical adaptation of the hit film overflows with joy
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For a previous production

"This is an uproarious musical roadmap, of sorts, reminding us of ways to love each other, and a reminder that to overcome our fears, we must talk to those we are fearful of."
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For a previous production

"There’s no doubting the energy, talent and commitment of everyone involved... but it falls far short of the required landmark."
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For a previous production

"Spirited feel-good musical relates a bittersweet true story of 1980s political activism"
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For a previous production

"In an increasingly divided world, Pride is a timely reminder of what can be achieved when people from different walks of life come together, and the importance of the power of community."
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For a previous production

"Pride succeeds in packing a wallop of an emotional punch while never neglecting to find the very human humour in even its most sombre moments."
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For a previous production

"Devastating, uplifting musical is far better than the film that inspired it"
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