Matilda the Musical 2013

Run Time:
2 hours and 40 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 6+
Opened: April 11, 2013
Closing: January 01, 2017

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"Welcome to the deliriously amusing, malevolent, heartwarming, head-spinning world of Matilda The Musical. You won't want to leave." - Bloomberg News

The Tony Award-winning Matilda The Musical is the story of an extraordinary girl who dreams of a better life. Armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, Matilda dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Rolling Stone calls the show "hands down the best musical of the season." Based on the beloved novel by Roald Dahl, Matilda has won 47 international awards, and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages on Broadway and in London's West End. The Wall Street Journal says, "The makers of Matilda have done the impossible - triumphantly! It is smart, sweet, zany and stupendous fun."

"Once in a blue moon, a show comes out blazing and restores your faith in Broadway. Matilda The Musical is that show." - New York Post

"Matilda is the best musical since the Lion King!" - Time Magazine

"The best family musical in years." Chicago Tribune

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Children of the World, Unite!
10 / 10

'Matilda the Musical,' the London import that opened on Thursday night, is the most satisfying and subversive musical ever to come out of Britain...As directed by Matthew Warchus, with a bright, efficient book by Dennis Kelly and addictive songs by Tim Minchin, 'Matilda' is as much an edge-of-the-seats nail biter as a season-finale episode of 'Homeland.'...Above all it's an exhilarating tale of empowerment, as told from the perspective of the most powerless group of all. I mean little children...'Matilda' captures the particular dread that runs like an icy rivulet through even the happiest childhoods...You just have to use your imagination and think everything through carefully, so it's all of a piece. That's what the creators of 'Matilda' have done. Such strategy should be obvious. But in the current landscape of Broadway it's applied rarely enough to make this show feel truly revolutionary.

Broadway review: No holding back 'Matilda,' the best family musical in years
8 / 10

It was Dahl who invented Matilda, the spunky, over-achieving, proto-feminist, grrl-power heroine of what is far and away the best new musical of the Broadway season, indeed one of the best family-oriented shows of any season, and a work of musical theater that feels like a grand cultural experience...'Matilda,' which features a faithfully wrought and happily insouciant book by Dennis Kelly and that score, that remarkably rich, occasionally anthemic score by Minchin, has arrived on Broadway with a formidable West End pedigree. One could nip at 'Matilda's' heels: the Broadway production, directed with great skill and a determined lack of sentimentality by Matthew Warchus, is a tad cool to the touch in spots...But that is about the only reasonable complaint. Warchus' superb cast is remarkably deep in craft and talent.

19 Matildas Come Together for 'MATILDAPALOOZA' at Feinstein's/54 Below Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 6, 2017

MATILDAPALOOZA: A REUNION OF BROADWAY'S MATILDAS comes to Feinstein's/54 Below tonight.

STAGE TUBE: Watch MATILDA's Final Broadway Curtain Call and Closing Speech!
by Robert Diamond - January 2, 2017

MATILDA THE MUSICAL took its final bow on Broadway this weekend and we've got footage of the cast taking their final curtain call - plus their final speeches - at the beloved show.

Be A Little Bit Naughty On Last Time: Flashback to MATILDA'S Magical Broadway Run!
by Nora Dominick - January 1, 2017

Before we bid farewell to Matilda BroadwayWorld has rounded up some of our favorite videos from its magical and hilarious run. Check them out below!

Exclusive Photo Coverage: The Kids of MATILDA Ring in the New Year for Carols For A Cure
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - December 15, 2016

The holiday season is not complete without the perfect music to accompany it. 'Broadway's Carols for a Cure' is the latest compilation album that embodies the spirit of the season like nothing else can. A project born completely out of love, 'Broadway's Carols for a Cure' pairs the casts from famous Broadway musicals with songs that are both classic and new. The result is pure gold that will make you reach for the 'repeat' button over and over again.

Music Theatre International Nabs Licensing Rights to MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2016

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) has secured licensing rights to the worldwide smash hit, Matilda the Musical, based on Roald Dahl's novel Matilda.

Photo Coverage: MATILDA Celebrates 1500 Performances on Broadway!
by Walter McBride - November 17, 2016

The Tony Award® winning Matilda the Musical will close on January 1, 2017, after playing 37 previews, 1,555 regular performances, and one Actors Fund performance. The production opened on April 11, 2013 (previews began March 4) at the Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street). The show just celebrated its 1500th performance and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the special day. Check out photos below!

BWW TV Exclusive: BACKSTAGE BITE with Katie Lynch and MATILDA's Lesli Margherita!
by Nicole Rosky - November 10, 2016

In Backstage Bite with Katie Lynch, come into Katie's kitchen with some of Broadway's brightest as they eat, drink and merrily mix it up. See your favorite stars out of their element as they whip up dishes inspired by their Broadway show. Watch what happens when these actors trade belting for baking! Today, we are excited to bring you the latest episode, featuring MATILDA star Lesli Margherita!

BWW TV: The Kid Critics Weigh in on the Miracle of MATILDA!
by Nicole Rosky - November 6, 2016

We are continuing the series with Tai (9), Isabella (11), and Charles (8), who just stopped by the Shubert Theatre to check out MATILDA. Curious of what they thought about the show? Find out below!

The Miracle of MATILDA: Revolting Around the World!
by Nicole Rosky - November 10, 2016

While the Broadway production is entering its final months, there is still time to catch MATILDA elsewhere, with West End, Australian and US touring productions still going strong. Below, we're bringing you some highlights from the show's production history around the world!

The Miracle of MATILDA: Revisit the Show's Most Picture-Perfect Poses in Its Final Months!
by Nora Dominick - November 4, 2016

As BroadwayWorld prepares to say goodbye to MATILDA we look back at some of our favorite photos from their run!

The Miracle of MATILDA: Relive the Show's Greatest Moments in Its Final Months!
by Nora Dominick - November 1, 2016

As BroadwayWorld prepares to say goodbye MATILDA we look back at some of our favorite moments!

BWW Interview: Talking Sparkle Shoes and Stamina with MATILDA's Mother of the Year, Lesli Margherita
by A.A. Cristi - September 17, 2016

Lesli Margherita is an Olivier Award winner for her West End debut as Inez in Zorro the Musical. After over 1000 performances getting 'Loud' in Matilda the Musical as the villainous Mrs. Wormwood, a role she originated on Broadway, Lesli bid farewell to the grounds of Crunchem Hall and crossed the street to The Helen Hayes to star as uber- diva Mona Kent in the Broadway premiere of Randy Skinner's Dames at Sea.  

MATILDA Alums Jennifer Blood & John Sanders Will Rejoin Broadway Company
by Nicole Rosky - September 1, 2016

Two alumni of Matilda's Broadway company and national tour will join the Broadway company this month.

Watch Lesli Margherita Rehearse for Her MATILDA Return!
by Nicole Rosky - August 30, 2016

Lesli Margherita, Broadway's original Mrs. Wormwood, returns to MATILDA THE MUSICAL at the Shubert Theatre beginning September 6, 2016.

19 Matildas Coming Together for 'MATILDAPALOOZA' at Feinstein's/54 Below This Winter
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2016

MATILDAPALOOZA: A REUNION OF BROADWAY'S MATILDAS is coming to Feinstein's/54 Below this winter.

Original Mrs. Wormwood Lesli Margherita Will Return to MATILDA This September
by Nicole Rosky - August 8, 2016

Lesli Margherita, Broadway's original Mrs. Wormwood, returns to MATILDA THE MUSICAL at the Shubert Theatre beginning September 6, 2016.

BWW TV: MATILDA Kids Get Naughty at Broadway in Bryant Park!
by Kristen Morale - July 10, 2016

The best of Broadway will be performing FREE on six consecutive Thursdays this summer with '106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park 2016' - a lunchtime series that just kicked off today, July 7 on the Bryant Park Stage. Hosted by LITE FM's on-air personalities, the 16th annual presentation of open-air, On- and Off- Broadway lunch hour performances will run through Thursday, August 11.

BWW TV: The Kids of MATILDA Trade the Shubert Theatre for Shubert Alley!
by Nicole Rosky - June 8, 2016

STARS IN THE ALLEY, presented by United Airlines, took place just last week in Shubert Alley. Hosted by Tony nominee Sean Hayes and Mo Rocca, Broadway's best once again turned out for the annual performance - including the company of MATILDA, who performed 'When I Grow Up'!

Film Version of MATILDA Musical to Hit Theaters in 2018? May Feature New Music from Minchin
by Caryn Robbins - June 6, 2016

A schoolroom full of MATILDA's 'Revolting Children' may hit movie theaters as early as 2018 according to the show's composer, Tim Minchin.

BWW Review: CLO Kicks Off Season with MATILDA
by Dylan Shaffer - June 3, 2016

A British encounter of a younger kind is sweeping the stage on 7th Street in downtown Pittsburgh. Matilda, the Broadway and West End hit musical about a superlative young girl with extraordinary knowledge and wit, opens the Pittsburgh CLO's summer season at the Benedum Center.

ON THE SCENE with Randy Rainbow: Catching Up with MATILDA's Little Leading Ladies!
by Randy Rainbow - June 4, 2016

As they explain to Randy Rainbow, 'bigger isn't better.' The three leading ladies of Broadway's MATILDA (the adorable Ava Briglia, Willow McCarthy, and Aviva Winick) may be small, but they've got enough spunk to carry the show night after night at the Shubert Theatre. So what does it take to be Broadway's tiniest leading lady? Find out below! 

BWW TV: The Matildas Learn How To... Bake Cookies!
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2016

What will the three leading ladies of Broadway's MATILDA tackle next? Below, watch as the adorable Ava Briglia, Willow McCarthy, and Aviva Winick get baking at Schmackary's.

BWW TV: The Matildas Learn How To... Fly Trapeze!
by Nicole Rosky - May 2, 2016

What will the three leading ladies of Broadway's MATILDA tackle next? Below, watch as the adorable Ava Briglia, Willow McCarthy, and Aviva Winick take on the trapeze!

Matilda the Musical FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Miracle (Part 1)
Miracle (Part 2)
Matilda (Part 3)
Naughty
School Song
Pathetic
The Hammer
Chokey Chant
Loud
This Little Girl
Bruce
All I Know
When I Grow Up
The Smell of Rebellion
Quiet
My House
Revolting Children
When I Grow Up/Naughty (Reprise)
Matilda the Musical has had 4 productions including West End which opened in 2010, West End which opened in 2011, Broadway which opened in 2013 and West End which opened in 2021.
Matilda the Musical has been nominated for several Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Dennis Kelly, Best Choreography for Peter Darling, Best Costume Design of a Musical for Rob Howell, Best Direction of a Musical for Matthew Warchus, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Hugh Vanstone, Best Orchestrations for Chris Nightingale, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Tim Minchin, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Rob Howell, and Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre for Sophia Gennusa, Oona Laurence, Bailey Ryon, and Milly Shapiro.
Matilda the Musical has won the following Tony Awards: Best Book of a Musical for Dennis Kelly, Best Choreography for Peter Darling, Best Costume Design of a Musical for Rob Howell, Best Direction of a Musical for Matthew Warchus, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Hugh Vanstone, Best Orchestrations for Chris Nightingale, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Tim Minchin, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Rob Howell, and Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre for Sophia Gennusa, Oona Laurence, Bailey Ryon, and Milly Shapiro.
Matilda the Musical has been nominated for several prestigious awards, including Outstanding Book of a Musical, Outstanding Choreography, Outstanding Director of a Musical, Outstanding Lyrics, Outstanding Musical, and Outstanding Set Design at the Drama Desk Awards. The show also received nominations for Distinguished Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards and Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, Matilda the Musical was recognized for Outstanding Choreography and Outstanding New Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, as well as Outstanding Set Design for a Play or Musical. Bertie Carvel received a Theatre World Award for their performance in the show.
Matilda the Musical has won several awards, including Outstanding Book of a Musical, Outstanding Choreography, Outstanding Director of a Musical, Outstanding Lyrics, Outstanding Musical, and Outstanding Set Design at the Drama Desk Awards. It also received the Distinguished Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical award at the Drama League Awards and the Outstanding Book of a Musical award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Peter Darling won Outstanding Choreographer at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and Rob Howell won Outstanding Set Design for both Play or Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, Bertie Carvel received the Theatre World Award at the Theatre World Awards.
Miracle (Part 1)
Miracle (Part 2)
Matilda (Part 3)
Naughty
School Song
Pathetic
The Hammer
Chokey Chant
Loud
This Little Girl
Bruce
All I Know
When I Grow Up
The Smell of Rebellion
Quiet
My House
Revolting Children
When I Grow Up/Naughty (Reprise)

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