About the Show

The true story of LGSM as two communities unite, set to an original, genre-spanning score.

The production is set in the summer of 1984, amidst a national miners' strike. The plot follows Mark Ashton, a 24-year-old activist who attempts to mobilize a diverse assembly of gay men and lesbians to support the striking workers. This effort leads to the formation of Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners (LGSM), which soon establishes a relationship with a small pit village located in South Wales.

This fierce, funny, and heartfelt musical tells the remarkable true story of how two communities, both under external threat, decided to join forces. In doing so, they discover significant common ground and unexpected solidarity that transcends their initial differences.

The show reunites director Matthew Warchus and writer Stephen Beresford, who created the original 2014 film of the same name. They are joined by composers Christopher Nightingale, Josh Cohen, and DJ Walde. The inspiring real-life events are set to an original score featuring songs influenced by protest anthems, various genres including pop, rock, and disco, and the Welsh choral tradition.

Critic Reviews (8)

"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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The musical adaptation of the hit film overflows with joy
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"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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"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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"Spirited feel-good musical relates a bittersweet true story of 1980s political activism"
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"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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"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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"Devastating, uplifting musical is far better than the film that inspired it"
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