The Pitmen Painters Tickets & Information

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The Pitmen Painters Summary

Direct from a sold-out engagement at London’s National Theatre, this funny and 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 hilarious 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.

Portraits of Pitmen (NY Times - Interactive Feature)
Lee Hall narrates a look at his new Broadway play, The Pitmen Painters.

The Pitmen Painters Cast Members:

Christopher Connel, Michael Hodgson, Ian Kelly, Brian Lonsdale, Lisa McGrillis, Deka Walmsley, David Whitaker, Phillippa Wilson

The Pitmen Painters Creative Team

Author: Lee Hall inspired by a book by William Feaver
Director: Max Roberts
Producer: Manhattan Theatre Club
Press Agent: Boneau / Bryan-Brown

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