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STAGE CREDITS

Anything Goes Anything Goes
[US Tour]
Roundabout Theatre Company National Tour, 2012
Elisha Whitney
Urinetown
[US Tour]
National Tour, 2003
Senator Fipp
Into the Woods
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Cinderella's Father, Mysterious Man (Understudy), Narrator (Understudy)
Into the Woods
[Los Angeles]
Los Angeles Revival (Pre-Broadway), 2002
Cinderella's Father
Annie Get Your Gun
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1999
Buffalo Bill [Replacement], Col. Wm. F. Cody [Replacement]
Damn Yankees
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1994
Joe Boyd

Productions

After The EndAfter The End
 
[West End, 2022]
Writer
Matilda The MusicalMatilda The Musical
 
[West End, 2011]
Book
Matilda The MusicalMatilda The Musical
 
[West End, 2010]
BOOK

Writing

Girls & Boys
Playwright

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2013 - Best Book of a Musical

Dennis Kelly, Matilda

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Dennis Kelly, Matilda

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Book of a Musical

Dennis Kelly, Matilda the Musical

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Photos: Tim Minchin Stops By MATILDA THE MUSICAL At Mayflower Theatre Photo
Photos: Tim Minchin Stops By MATILDA THE MUSICAL At Mayflower Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026

Tim Minchin made a surprise appearance at MATILDA THE MUSICAL during its Southampton stop at Mayflower Theatre. Check out photos from Tim's visit with the company.
Photos: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Lake Worth Playhouse Photo
Photos: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Lake Worth Playhouse
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 18, 2026

Matilda the Musical is now playing at Lake Worth Playhouse. The show features a book by Dennis Kelly, with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin. Check out the photos here!
Paines Plough Receives £750,000 Grant to Renovate ROUNDABOUT Theatre Photo
Paines Plough Receives £750,000 Grant to Renovate ROUNDABOUT Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026

Paines Plough has been awarded a £750,000 Creative Foundations Fund grant from Arts Council England to renovate ROUNDABOUT, its pop-up, in-the-round touring theatre, which has reached over 150,000 people across the UK since 2014.
Crítica: MATILDA, EL MUSICAL at Centro Cultural Teatro I Photo
Crítica: MATILDA, EL MUSICAL at Centro Cultural Teatro I
by Juan Carlos Araujo - Apr 7, 2026

El exitoso musical del West End y Broadway llega a México con una magna producción que dejará al público maravillado tanto por su elenco como por su magnificencia.
Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome Theatre Department presents ROALD DAHL’S MATIDA Photo
Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome Theatre Department presents ROALD DAHL’S MATIDA THE MUSICAL
by Jerri Shafer - Mar 18, 2026

Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She's unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher Miss Honey. During her first term at school, the two forge a bond as Miss Honey begins to recognize and appreciate Matilda's extraordinary personality
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Edinburgh Playhouse Photo
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Edinburgh Playhouse
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 6, 2026

In celebration of 15 years on stage since opening at the Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon, and following performances in 100 cities across 17 countries worldwide, Matilda now returns for a UK tour.
New Children Join the London Cast of RSC's MATILDA THE MUSICAL Photo
New Children Join the London Cast of RSC's MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company will welcome new young performers to its multi-award winning production of Matilda The Musical which is currently booking through to January 2027 at the Cambridge Theatre.
INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS Set for Milton Keynes Theatre in March Photo
INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS Set for Milton Keynes Theatre in March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026

Milton Keynes Theatre will present INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS, a thrilling stage adaptation, from March 17-21.
Ben Whishaw and Aimee Lou Wood to Star in One-Night-Only Reading of DEBRIS for Theatr Photo
Ben Whishaw and Aimee Lou Wood to Star in One-Night-Only Reading of DEBRIS for Theatre503
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2026

Theatre503 will present an exclusive fundraising event. The one-night-only, star-studded evening will feature a script-in-hand reading of Debris, featuring Ben Whishaw and Aimee Lou Wood.
MATILDA Comes to Black Rock Theater Photo
MATILDA Comes to Black Rock Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2026

Black Rock Theater has announced its upcoming production of Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical, running February 26 through March 1 at Fairfield Theatre Company's StageOne in downtown Fairfield.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL International Tour to Return to China Photo
MATILDA THE MUSICAL International Tour to Return to China
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026

Matilda The Musical will be returning to China for a third national tour from February to August 2026. The internationally renowned musical continues to play in London’s West End at the Cambridge Theatre.
COME FROM AWAY, 42ND STREET, and More Set For Sharon Playhouse 2026 Season Photo
COME FROM AWAY, 42ND STREET, and More Set For Sharon Playhouse 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

Sharon Playhouse will present a diverse lineup for its 2026 season, including both mainstage and YouthStage productions, showcasing community talent and creativity.
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Gettysburg Community Theatre Photo
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Gettysburg Community Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Jan 18, 2026

This experience at Gettysburg Community Theatre shows that with the right cast and in the right venue, Matilda is a magical and captivating production. This is a show you do not want to miss.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; 9 TO 5: Photo
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Jaime Camil to Play Miss Trunchbull in MATILDA The Musical in Mexico City Photo
Jaime Camil to Play Miss Trunchbull in MATILDA The Musical in Mexico City
by Joshua Wright - Dec 23, 2025

Mexican stage and screen actor Jaime Camil will star as Miss Trunchbull in MATILDA The Musical, opening March 13 at Centro Cultural Teatro 1 in Mexico City.
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; Buffalo Photo
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; Buffalo Community Theater Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; Photo
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: MATILDA al TEATRO SISTINA Photo
Review: MATILDA al TEATRO SISTINA
by Ettore Farrattini - Dec 9, 2025

Dopo due anni torna al Sistina il musical Matilda nella produzione curata da Massimo Romeo Piparo ma con alcuni essenziali cambiamenti nel cast.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; Photo
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; Buffalo Community Theater Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; H Photo
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; HAIRSPRAY Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Dennis Kelly been in?

Dennis Kelly has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Dennis Kelly been in?

Dennis Kelly has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Dennis Kelly been nominated for?

Best Book of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Matilda, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Matilda and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Matilda the Musical.

What awards has Dennis Kelly won?

Dennis Kelly won the Best Book of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Matilda.

How many shows has Dennis Kelly written?

Dennis Kelly has written 3 shows including Taking Care of Baby (Playwright), Girls & Boys (Playwright), Matilda the Musical (Bookwriter).

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