JOY: A New Musical

UK Premiere, Winter 2027

She was an ordinary woman. That’s what made her extraordinary.

Southwark Playhouse Elephant, London · 20 February – 10 April 2027

About The Production

Fresh from Off-Broadway, JOY: A New Musical makes its UK premiere at Southwark Playhouse Elephant in London, from 20 February to 10 April 2027! This fresh, funny and uplifting new musical celebrates one woman’s determination to make it on her own terms.

From the Tony and Olivier Award-winning producers of A Beautiful Noise, Harmony, Groundhog Day, and Kinky Boots.

A Word From Joy

“From selling out on QVC in the 90s to taking centre stage in London with JOY: A New Musical – what an incredible journey! Seeing my life set to music is beyond spectacular. If audiences leave with more joy in their hearts and bigger dreams in their minds, then that’s the real magic!” — Joy Mangano

“I am excited for London audiences to experience the new musical JOY, a real-life story so inspiring, funny and poignant. AnnMarie Milazzo’s music is breathtaking and witty.” — Lorin Latarro, Director

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The Story

A new (true) story about one self-made woman – and one big idea that could change everything.

It’s the late 90s in suburban Long Island, and single mother Joy Mangano is struggling to keep her head above water. She sees the world a little differently: where other people see everyday objects, Joy sees problems to solve and inventions waiting to happen.

Then a frustrating household chore sparks an idea. Joy invents the Miracle Mop, takes a chance on herself and pitches it to QVC. In just 30 minutes on air, 18,000 mops are sold, and Joy’s journey from aspiring inventor to successful entrepreneur begins.

Her story inspired the 2015 film Joy, starring Jennifer Lawrence. Now the musical goes deeper into the life of the woman who dared to back herself.