The novel "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins is set to make its London stage debut in 2024. The live adaptation will be spearheaded by Olivier Award-winning playwright Conor McPherson, widely known for his well-acclaimed stage shows such as "Girl From the North Country" and "The Seafarer". Matthew Dunster, who directed recent plays like "2:22 – A Ghost Story", "Hangmen", and "The Pillowman" will be directing the play.

The adaptation project has Collins' approval, and she expressed excitement for her work to be taken to the London stage under the hands of McPherson and Dunster. Collins believes their innovative approach will bring "The Hunger Games" to life in an exhilarating new format.

The dystopian novel revolves around the story of Katniss Everdeen, a teen protagonist who voluntarily takes part in a televised battle royale to protect her younger sister. The original trilogy was a global bestseller and has been previously adapted into a successful movie series starring Jennifer Lawrence. Moreover, a fourth book titled "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" is currently being made into another film adaptation.

McPherson is excited to bring "The Hunger Games" story to a new generation, stating that the novel's themes of resilience, self-reliance, and independent moral inquiry continue to resonate today. He further asserted, "In a world where the truth itself seems increasingly up for grabs, The Hunger Games beautifully expresses values..."

Moreover, Lionsgate's latest installment of the film franchise, set to premiere in cinemas on November 17, will contribute to the resilience of "The Hunger Games" in pop culture. The play is expected to draw both new theatergoers and the series' long-term devoted fans.