Made in Dagenham The Musical

Based on the 2010 film of the same name, Made in Dagenham is drawn from the real-life 1968 sewing machinists strike at the Ford factory in Dagenham, Essex which was influential in the passing of the Equal Pay Act of 1970. The musical focuses on the leader of the strike, Rita O’Grady, as she encourages the women of the Ford factory to walk out after they are re-classified as unskilled workers, while their male counterparts see their wages increase. After Rita is snubbed by the factory at a union meeting, the women’s grievances over their worker status turn into a fight for equal pay. Determined not to be treated like the poor relation, the women vote unanimously to strike and encourage the women at the Liverpool factory to strike also. However when the American bosses fly in and lay off 5,000 men as a result, including Rita’s husband Eddie, cracks begin to show in the women’s solidarity. Risking her marriage and friendships, Rita continues her efforts for equality and gives a rousing speech at a televised Trade Union Conference, leading to the passing of equal pay within the union. As Eddie finally recognises his wife’s achievements, the factory women celebrate their life-changing success. Parental guidance advised as the show contains strong language.(This is an amateur production)Please note:The first 4 rows in the stalls are taken out for the orchestra Row E is the front row. All seats in the Upper Circle will be Restricted Viewing for this Production. Thursday 31st October there will be a BSL interpreted performance. Friday 25th October performance will be Audio Described.Adult: £23 Restricted view: £20 Premium Seats : Adult/Child £30 (Limited availability) Stalls 26 Premium seats in the middle section first 3 rows. Dress Circle 57 Premium seats in the middle section first 3 rows. Circle Box £100 (5 Seats) Restricted Viewing Bar Stool Seat/Standing Room Restricted Viewing £20 Children 16 and Under £16 (not Premium Seats)Wheelchair spaces are available in both the Stalls and Dress Circle. Please call the Box Office on 01325 244659 for availability and booking.SPECIAL OFFERS: 2 for £42 - Wednesday 23rd October,Monday 28th October and Thursday 31st October Group booking (10+), £1 off adult tickets (Standard seats only) - Friday 25th October and Friday 1St November (Premium Seats not included) Call Box Office 01325244659 for Availability and booking for :- Circle Box (5 Seats) £100 Restricted Viewing Bar Stool Seat/Standing Room £16.00 Wheelchair Space and offer for carerPLEASE NOTE: If you are not able to print your email ticket please contact the DarlingtonOS Box Office on 01325 244659. You can use your ticket on your mobile phone. This is an amateur production by DarlingtonOSOnline bookings are subject to a small administration fee which will be shown before you purchase.