This inspiring and moving tale is based on the 2010 film and the real events that led to the Equal Pay Act of 1970. Made in Dagenham theatre breaks give you the chance to see the story of how the female workers at Ford’s Dagenham car plant stood up for themselves and what they believed in with dramatic effect. Rita O’Grady is like many ordinary working women caring for children, child-like husbands and their homes, while still holding down a factory job. Her life is about to change forever as she becomes embroiled in a fight for equal pay, equal rights and equal respect.
Made in Dagenham bursts into life at the Adelphi Theatre, as the hottest musical of 2014, it provides a moving, uplifting and frankly hilarious experience for entranced audiences. It is the kind of gritty, humorous storytelling for which Britain is famous across the globe.
A look at the people involved in the production and staging of Made in Dagenham shows that you can expect a high quality and quick witted performance. The music and lyrics are by David Arnold (famous for scoring James Bond, Sherlock and Independence Day) and Richard Thomas (who won awards for his work on Jerry Springer: The Opera), while the book is be Richard Bean, who is best known for One Man, Two Guvnors (and is a native of TicketTree’s hometown, Hull).
You can book tickets for this wondrous and very British musical along with a stay in one of our central London hotels. By booking a ticket and hotel theatre break for Made in Dagenham, you can save money, receive expert advice and ensure that we take all the hassle out of arranging your trip. With a large range of hotels and a host of package extras, including discounted train travel, booking a Made in Dagenham theatre break has never been easier.
"a conveyor belt of raucous fun" - Daily Mail
"Gemma Arterton is absolutely terrific as Rita O'Grady... David Arnold, who wrote the music for the film, has, with director Rupert Goold, librettist Richard Bean and lyricist Richard Thomas [whom] created a traditional working class musical about industrial action that sits worthily alongside Billy Elliot..." - Whatsonstage
"It's a saga well worth making a song and dance about... 4 stars" - The Independent
"Robustly likeable - mixing passionate populism with bursts of big-budget flamboyance" - The Evening Standard
The Ford sewing machinists’ strike of 1968, the true events on which this show is based, was a huge step forward for gender equality in the UK, leading to the landmark Equal Pay Act in 1970.
Gemma Arterton, star of cinematic blockbusters Quantum of Solace and Clash of the Titans, will be taking on the lead role of Rita O’Grady.
Gold discounts Monday-Thursday make these your date of choice for cheap theatre breaks. There’re plenty of budget tickets in the rear Upper Circle, though many carry a restriction due to a safety rail, or a side view due to the curvature of the section. Aim central, book ahead to get the best cheap seats, and call us if you need help!
Monday – Saturday at 7.30pm, with matinees on Wednesday and Saturday at 3pm.
Running time - 2 hours
Booking until - 11/04/2015
Gemma Arterton will not perform perform on Wednesday 17th December at 3pm or Monday 5th January at 7.30pm. Ticket purchase does not guaranteee the appearance of any particular actor.