The Pitman Painters is based on an inspiring true story of the Ashington miners who embarked on one of the most unusual experiments in British Art as the pitmen learned to be painters. in 1934 a group pf miners and a dental mechanic hired a professor to teach an art appreciation class. Within a few years, their work was taken for prestigious collections and they were celebrated throughout the British Art World, but every day they worked, as before, down the mine. The play celebrates that art belongs to everyone and, just as Unleashed believes, talent lies around every corner. This funny and heartwarming production from the playwright that brought us Billy Elliot is not to be missed. CONTENT WARNING: Experienced life model included in show We recommend those with accessibility issues to consider purchasing tickets at the rear of the auditorium PLEASE NOTE THAT, OUT OF CONSIDERATION FOR THOSE WHO SHARE OUR SPACE ON A REGULAR BASIS, THE ROYAL LYCEUM IS AN ALCOHOL FREE THEATRE AND WE ASK THAT PATRONS RESPECT THIS DECISION. We are proud to partner with our Abbey Road neighbours for this production. Small World Restaurant & Tapas Bar, Meat 59 & Ning's Thai will be offering a 10% discount on Pre Theatre meals on the night of your booking. Please book in advance and advise of the discount and present your ticket or evidence of your booking on arrival. Enjoy! Limited street parking is available but nearest car pars are located - Lower Union Lane TQ2 5PN (Abbey Road Entrance) Levels 1 to 5a (8am to midnight) & Fleet Walk Shopping Centre TQ2 5EA.