FASHION
An Insight Into The Devil Wears Prada Musical Ahead of Spring 2026 Sequel
BY VANESA KRIZONYTE
Almost twenty years ago, Miranda and Andy made their iconic turns, becoming a phenomenon which redefined a generation. In late Spring 2026, the duo will return to the fashionable streets and offices of Runway Magazine in the eagerly awaited The Devil Wears Prada 2. It felt fashionably appropriate to revisit the story at the Dominion Theatre. Bringing forward a narrative of the scenes, production concepts and set design before Miranda’s return.
After queuing to capture a snap in the unmissable Runway Magazine photo booth, we circled the theatre for an insight into the show’s attendees. To our surprise, the house accommodated an array of visitors including families, couples, industry insiders and outsiders. Under the direction and choreography of Jerry Mitchell, the musical tells an inspiring story about discovering what kind of person you truly want to be. Incorporation of music by Sir Elton John and the cast members’ vocals circling the fashion spirit through the roof.
Based on the best-selling 2003 novel, the show takes a comedic musical spin, opening with ‘Have you taken a photo of the Prada sign?’ Now take one with me standing and then put your phones away. The lead character Andy, scores a job at the prestigious Runway magazine working for fashion icon Miranda Priestly. Sacrificing personal life to meet impossible demands Andy finds herself seduced by the world she once despised. The first act showcases the limitless assistant demands from booking flights in a storm to sourcing unpublished Harry Potter scripts. As Andy battles these tasks ‘Can you please spell Gabbana’ and fights to be addressed by her birth name, she enters a closet transformation. The stage transforms into an immersive wardrobe adorning Andy in fashion’s most spoken about Jimmy Choo.
From the affluent fashion ball to the glittering Eiffel Tower scene, the crowd is teleported to various locations. Through intricate set design and props transitioning for every scene, Tim Hatley’s work shines as a profound production. The Eiffel Tower lights along with a song about 20s in Paris, showcase the city of fashion and love in all forms. Shifting to more intimate perspectives of the characters, isolated Parisian hotel rooms reveal life issues which exist outside of fashion. Miranda is isolated in divorce, Nigel in childhood trauma, and Andy is exploring young romances. The bundle of detailed scenes left us astonished by the theatrical standard of creating an immersive experience.
Ultimately, crowds attend the musical with expectations to encounter the height of fashion. A theatrical composition presents challenges as costumes need to embody the bold structure and elegance of high fashion while also withstanding the demands of dance numbers, quick changes, and being worn eight times a week. Greg Barnes and his team embraced extensive research, incorporating vintage designer pieces and thousands of handmade pieces designed to be visible from the back row. Without fail, the show is a source of wardrobe inspiration featuring a crystal embellished tux blazer from the latest Karen Millen collection and in the Paris scene appearances of tweed two-pieces.
A trip down to fashion’s most famous novel undoubtedly awakens questions on the trends which will step forward in 2026 and excitement to see what Miranda will offer in the upcoming sequel. The Devil Wears Prada 2 film debuts exclusively in cinemas on May 1, 2026.
Thank you to Emma Holland PR for Press Accreditation and access to Imagery Rights. Published January, 2026.
