From the writer of Billy Elliot comes the true story of five miners who unearthed a new passion…and astounded the world

Manhattan Theatre Club
by special arrangement with Bob Boyett present the
Live Theatre, Newcastle/National Theatre of Great Britain's
co-production of
THE PITMEN PAINTERS
By Lee Hall
Inspired by a book by William Feaver
Directed by Max Roberts

Direct from a sold-out engagement at London’s National Theatre, this fascinating new play by Tony Award winner Lee Hall (writer of Broadway’s mega-hit Billy Elliot) comes to Broadway with its entire original London cast intact. The Pitmen Painters is based on the triumphant true story of a group of British miners who discover a new way to express themselves and unexpectedly become art-world sensations! An arresting and witty salute to the power of individual expression and the collective spirit, The Pitmen Painters takes you on an unforgettable journey from the depths of the mine to the heights of fame.

The cast includes Christopher Connel, Michael Hodgson, Ian Kelly,
Brian Lonsdale, Lisa McGrillis, Deka Walmsley, David Whitaker and Phillippa Wilson.