New musical, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, releases first single performed by Passenger & Jack Wolfe

The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry will transfer to London’s West End in 2026, with dates and theatre to be announced.

The song accompanies Harold as he decides to set off on his pilgrimage. It is an awakening, a joyful realisation of life and spring and new beginnings. A remembering of the beauty that has always been right outside his front door.

The joyous and life-affirming new musical had its World Premiere at the Chichester Festival Theatre this Spring, where it sold out the entire season and opened to 5-star reviews and standing ovations.

What is The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry about?

The musical tells the moving story of Harold Fry. Grey, tired and lonely, he receives a letter from an old friend and heads out to post his reply and keeps walking. From South Devon to Berwick upon Tweed, he leaves his bewildered wife Maureen behind.

Because Harold is trying to make up for lost time, confront the ghosts in his past, and – perhaps – keep someone alive.

As word spreads of his unlikely pilgrimage, a whole company of lost souls join him on his quest. And the horizons for both Harold and Maureen open wider than they could ever have imagined.

The production starred Mark Addy as Harold, Jenna Russell as Maureen and Jack Wolfe as The Balladeer. It is based on the best-selling novel by Rachel Joyce and directed by Katy Rudd.

Who is Passenger?

Passenger is a multi-award-winning and multi-platinum-selling artist, who has recently celebrated a decade since the release of his seminal album All The Little Lights featuring the global hit single Let Her Go, which soared to #1 in 19 countries and stands out as the second most Shazamed song of all time, with billions of streams worldwide.

As an independent artist Passenger has released 15 studio albums to date, securing his first ever UK #1 album with Young As The Morning Old As the Sea and has been a firm advocate for releasing music direct to his dedicated fanbase. Throughout the years he has used a number of these albums to generate significant donations to Unicef, Shelter and The Trussell Trust.

Over the years he has delivered show-stopping performances, from busking on street corners to headlining stadiums, winning a global fanbase. He has recently returned to the UK after another world tour, including notable shows such as Red Rocks in Colorado, The Beacon Theatre in NYC as well as two sold out Sydney Opera House gigs.

Further information on creative team and casting to be announced at a later date.