A new production of the much-loved modern classic Brassed Off opens at Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre from 2 to 31st August.

Adapted for the stage by Paul Allen from the screenplay by Bridlington-born Mark Herman, who also directed the smash hit 1996 film, it is directed by Theatre by the Lake’s Artistic Director, Liz Stevenson.

It’s 1994, ten years after the miners’ strike, and the tight-knit mining community of Grimley, Yorkshire, are fighting to keep their colliery open. Meanwhile, revered band leader Danny battles to keep his dispirited band of brass-playing miners together with the dream of qualifying for the National Championships at London’s Royal Albert Hall. When the uncertainty around the pit’s future becomes too much for the band members, loyalty is tested, pressure mounts and the community begins to break apart. With their whole way of life at stake, can the band find a way to play on?

Brassed Off can be seen at the SJT in Scarborough from Friday 2 August to Saturday 31 August. Tickets are available from the box office on 01723 370541 and online at www.sjt.uk.com