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BIO

Matt began his career working extensively as a freelance costume and prop-maker for stage, film and video at Robert Allsopp Associates before returning to study and subsequently graduate from the Motley theatre design course in 1994. During the 90's he worked at the National Theatre, London, as designer, design associate and draughtsman on over 40 productions, including Jerry Springer – The Opera, The Coast of Utopia and My Fair Lady. Since leaving the National Theatre he has worked in commercial theatre as an associate designer on many shows including The Woman in White, My Fair Lady (UK and USA tours), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (UK tour), Les Miserables (Broadway and Holland), Equus (West End). As part of a long working partnership with Cameron Mackintosh Ltd, Matt initially adapted the original staging for the new version of Mary Poppins which has toured internationally since its inception in 2007. In 2009 he was invited to redesign Les Miserables for its 25th Anniversary production as a UK Tour. The success of the new production has seen subsequent productions across the world and recently opened in March 2014 on Broadway. Matt also designed the 25th Anniversary concert for the show at London's O2 Arena in 2010. As part of the Phantom of the Opera's 25th Anniversary celebrations, Matt designed the fully staged concert at the Royal Albert Hall in 2011. In 2013, after the recent death of the Adrian Vaux, Matt was invited to work with Totie Driver as a co-designer and redevelop Miss Saigon ahead of its London revival at the Prince Edward Theatre. The show's success has recently seen it awarded with Best Set Design at the What’s On Stage Awards in 2015. Matt continues to design for a variety of productions and events both abroad and in the UK, having recently completed a two part Phantom prequel in Tokyo, the London premiere of Jerry Herman's Dear World and The Man of La Mancha and Chaplin in Sao Paulo, Broadway to the Bay at the WMC and Oliver! for Leicester Curve Theatre. He is currently reworking 'Chaplin' for it’s European premiere this Christmas.

Productions

 
[West End, 2023]
Set Deisgn
 
[West End, 2021]
Designer
 
[West End, 2021]
Set Design Adaptation
 
[West End, 2021]
Set and Image Design
 
[US Tour, 2018] [Replacement]
Production Designer[Replacement]
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Set Design
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Set Designer
 
[West End, 2014]
Set Design
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Set and Image Designer
 
[US Tour, 2010]
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Assistant Scenic Designer
 
[West End, ]
Designer
 
[West End, ]
Set Designer

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2014 - Best Scenic Design

Matt Kinley, Les Miserables

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LES MISÉRABLES Adds Performances at the Eccles Theater

LES MISÉRABLES, has added an extra week of performances for its return engagement at Salt Lake City. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Boston Awards

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
LES MISERABLES Single Tickets On Sale At Kravis Center This Friday

Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, will go on sale Friday, December 6 at 10 a.m. for its engagement at The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach from April 22 – 27, 2025.
Tickets to LES MISERABLES At The Stranahan Theater on Sale Now

Single tickets to Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES are on sale now at the Stranahan Theater. Learn more!
Tickets to LES MISERABLES at BBMann to go on Sale This Week

Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES, will go on sale this week for its engagement at Fort Myers’ Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Tickets on Sale Today For the Australia Run of LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR

Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR have gone on sale today. Learn more about where the production will be touring to across Australia and find out how to get tickets!
7th Edition of DID AWARDS Announces Winners

DID Award reaffirms the vigor and relevance of Musical Theater in São Paulo, promoting the connection between audiences, artists and excellent productions with the digital cultural press responsible for publicizing and strengthening projects and people throughout the year, promoting greater access to information.
LES MISERABLES On Sale At Jacksonville Center For The Performing Arts This Friday

Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, will go on sale Friday, November 29, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. for its engagement the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts on April 1 through the 6, 2025.
Review: LES MISÉRABLES U.S. NATIONAL TOUR at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis

The national tour of Les Misérables has arrived at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, and it’s nothing short of spectacular. This timeless story of hope, love, and redemption is brought to life with a phenomenal cast and incredible production elements.
LES MISERABLES On Sale At The North Charleston PAC This Week

Tickets for the acclaimed musical LES MISÉRABLES at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center will be available starting Monday, November 18.
New Production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Will Embark on North American Tour

Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, featuring Maria Björnson’s design, will launch a new multi-year North American tour in November 2025. Learn more about the tour here!
AWARDS: 7th Edition of the DID AWARDS FOR MUSICAL THEATER Announces its Nominees

Ceremony that celebrates the highlights of the year in Brazilian musical theater, in the São Paulo City, holds its third in-person edition on the stage of Teatro Liberdade.
Alfonso Casado debutará en Broadway como supervisor musical de OLD FRIENDS

El próximo 25 de marzo el Manhattan Theatre Club acogerá el concierto STEPHEN SONDHEIM’S OLD FRIENDS, que pudo verse en Londres hace dos temporadas y que ahora llega a Nueva York con Alfonso Casado como Supervisor Musical, siendo este su debut en Broadway.
LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR Confirms Australian Tour Dates

LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR has set its full Australian Tour schedule. The show is coming to the ICC Theatre Sydney on 30 April 2025, to be followed by Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne from 14 May 2025 and then Brisbane Entertainment Centre from 28 May 2025 for strictly limited performances.
Tickets to LES MISERABLES at Bass Concert Hall On Sale Tomorrow

LES MISÉRABLES will return to Austin this winter. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, offering theatergoers the chance to experience the production live at the Bass Concert Hall. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Photos: Killian Donnelly, Jac Yarrow, and More in LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR

Further photos have been released for Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, currently at the Utilita Arena, Sheffield (10 – 13 October 2024). The production will also visit Aberdeen, Manchester and Newcastle as part of its world tour. Check out the photos here!
Tickets for LES MISERABLES at Popejoy Hall Now on Sale

Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, are now on sale for its engagement at Albuquerque's Popejoy Hall.
Photos: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Extends Booking in London and Releases New Photos

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 27 September 2025. Plus, check out all new photos here!
Photos: LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR Kicks Off World Tour

All new photos have been released for the World Tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, with upcoming UK performances in Glasgow, Sheffield, Aberdeen, Manchester and Newcastle. Check out the photos here!
Video: Lewis Francis, Sarah Morrison Talk MISS SAIGON

In a sit-down interview with 'Miss Saigon' cast, Lewis Francis (John) and Sarah Morrison (Ellen) were asked: What’s the core message of ‘Miss Saigon’? They both answered unflinchingly: 'There are no winners in war.'

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Matt Kinley been nominated for?

and Best Scenic Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Les Miserables.

What awards has Matt Kinley won?

Matt Kinley won the Best Scenic Design award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for his work on Les Miserables.

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