Matt Lucas
Latest News on Matt Lucas:
Olivier-Winner Philip Quast, Rob Madge and More Join LES MISERABLES At Radio City Music Hall (May 18, 2026)
Photos: WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4 At The Park Theatre (May 13, 2026)
WEST SIDE STORY Set for NYMT's 50th Anniversary Season (Apr 23, 2026)
Olivier-Winner Philip Quast, Rob Madge and More Join LES MISERABLES At Radio City Music Hall (May 18, 2026)
Photos: WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4 At The Park Theatre (May 13, 2026)
WEST SIDE STORY Set for NYMT's 50th Anniversary Season (Apr 23, 2026)
BIO
Multi Award-winning comedian, screenwriter, actor and singer, Matt Lucas, will reprise the role of Thénardier, a role he previously played in the critically-acclaimed West End production Les Misérables at the Queen’s Theatre as well as in the show’s 25th Anniversary Concert at the O2 Arena and 2019 Concert at the Gielgud Theatre. Other theatre credits include the touring production of Little Britain Live. His film credits include: Alice in Wonderland, Alice Through the Looking Glass, Sherlock Gnomes, Gnomeo and Juliet, Bridesmaids and Paddington Bear. On television his credits include: Shooting Stars, Doctor Who, The Wind in the Willows and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, as well as the multi BAFTA Award-winning Little Britain and Come Fly With Me with David Walliams. Matt can currently be seen as the new co-presenter of C4’s Great British Bake Off, and has a new Baked Potato children’s book and song released for Christmas, Merry Christmas Baked Potato.
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Cameron Mackintosh (Producer), Nick Jonas (Marius), Samantha Barks (Eponine), Matt Lucas (Thenardier) and Alfie Boe (Jean Valjean) at the LES MISERABLES 25th Anniversary Concert After Party. Photo by Dan Wooller/Rex
Date:
02/01/2012
From: Photo Flash: Meet Eponine! Samantha Barks Through the Years...
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by Michael Major - 2023-10-12 12:12:05
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by Michael Major - 2023-07-11 12:04:33
VIDEO: LES MISERABLES, MARY POPPINS, and THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Perform on BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT
by Stephi Wild - 2020-10-10 17:14:22
VIDEO: Primera Fila Creates Special Pride Video Featuring Matt Lucas, Cheyenne Jackson, and More
by Stephi Wild - 2020-06-26 08:28:08
VIDEO: Matt Lucas Joins West End Stars For 'Thank You Baked Potato'
by Stephi Wild - 2020-06-20 09:57:16
VIDEO: Showtime Releases Trailer for OUR CARTOON PRESIDENT
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2020-01-16 12:51:59
VIDEO: Watch The Cast of LES MISERABLES Live in Concert Sing 'One Day More'
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-12-05 14:44:45
VIDEO: Go Inside Opening Night Of London's LES MISERABLES Concert
by Alan Henry - 2019-08-29 12:55:57
VIDEO: LES MISERABLES Concert Cast & Composers Celebrate With A Special Encore Performance
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-08-22 22:06:02
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Olivier-Winner Philip Quast, Rob Madge and More Join LES MISERABLES At Radio City Music Hall
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026
Three-time Olivier Award winner Philip Quast and West End performer Rob Madge have joined LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR at Radio City Music Hall. Quast, who originated Javert in the Australian production and appeared in the 10th Anniversary Concert, will play the Bishop of Digne, while Madge returns to the franchise as Bamatabois after previously appearing as Gavroche in the 25th Anniversary Concert.
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026
Three-time Olivier Award winner Philip Quast and West End performer Rob Madge have joined LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR at Radio City Music Hall. Quast, who originated Javert in the Australian production and appeared in the 10th Anniversary Concert, will play the Bishop of Digne, while Madge returns to the franchise as Bamatabois after previously appearing as Gavroche in the 25th Anniversary Concert.
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Photos: WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4 At The Park Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
First-look production photos have been released for WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4 at Park Theatre, featuring celebrity guest sheriff Gaby Roslin. The immersive comedy fundraiser is currently running through June 27, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
First-look production photos have been released for WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4 at Park Theatre, featuring celebrity guest sheriff Gaby Roslin. The immersive comedy fundraiser is currently running through June 27, 2026.
WEST SIDE STORY Set for NYMT's 50th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
National Youth Music Theatre announced its 50th anniversary summer season in Birmingham, including a large-scale production of WEST SIDE STORY at Birmingham Hippodrome, new musicals, and workshops following a record year of over 1,300 auditions.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
National Youth Music Theatre announced its 50th anniversary summer season in Birmingham, including a large-scale production of WEST SIDE STORY at Birmingham Hippodrome, new musicals, and workshops following a record year of over 1,300 auditions.
Benedict Cumberbatch, Ian McKellen, and More Join as Guest Sheriffs For WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026
Park Theatre announced the final wave of celebrity guest sheriffs for WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4, including Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, Simon Pegg, and Jodie Whittaker, for its Wild West immersive run.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026
Park Theatre announced the final wave of celebrity guest sheriffs for WHODUNNIT [UNREHEARSED] 4, including Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, Simon Pegg, and Jodie Whittaker, for its Wild West immersive run.
Gerónimo Rauch protagonizará el cierre de LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT en Londres y Nueva York
by Adela González Pérez - Apr 14, 2026
El intérprete argentino compartirá el papel de Jean Valjean con Alfie Boe y Killian Donnelly en el cierre del tour internacional.
by Adela González Pérez - Apr 14, 2026
El intérprete argentino compartirá el papel de Jean Valjean con Alfie Boe y Killian Donnelly en el cierre del tour internacional.
Alfie Boe, Samantha Barks, and More Will Lead LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR in New York, London, Dublin, and Birmingham
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
Principal casting has been announced for the forthcoming Grand Finale of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR, in New York, London, Dublin, and Birmingham.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
Principal casting has been announced for the forthcoming Grand Finale of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR, in New York, London, Dublin, and Birmingham.
Tim Minchin Joins Voice Cast of Animated Film ZAC POWER
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
Actor, composer, and comedian Tim Minchin has joined the voice cast of the upcoming animated film, Zac Power. He joins a cast that also features Matt Lucas, Parker Little, Kylie Cantrall and David Wenham.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
Actor, composer, and comedian Tim Minchin has joined the voice cast of the upcoming animated film, Zac Power. He joins a cast that also features Matt Lucas, Parker Little, Kylie Cantrall and David Wenham.
Cynthia Erivo, Idris Elba and More Among Arts Figures Honored In New Year Honours List
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 30, 2025
Cynthia Erivo, Meera Syal, and Idris Elba are among theatre and arts figures recognized in the UK’s New Year Honours list. The honours also include leaders from major cultural institutions, designers, composers, and educators.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 30, 2025
Cynthia Erivo, Meera Syal, and Idris Elba are among theatre and arts figures recognized in the UK’s New Year Honours list. The honours also include leaders from major cultural institutions, designers, composers, and educators.
Interview: Theatre Life with Raymond Walsh
by Elliot Lanes - Nov 14, 2025
The holiday season is semi-officially here (It won’t be official for me until after Thanksgiving) and you might be looking for something a little different to attend with family and friends. Today’s subject Raymond Walsh can definitely help you with that. He is currently living his theatre life as the creator and one of the performers of The Shamrock Tenors. Their new show Shamrock Tenors: Christmas in Belfast will be here in DC at the Kennedy Center for a one week only engagement from November 25th through the 30th in the Eisenhower Theater. This engagement marks Raymond’s North American professional debut.
by Elliot Lanes - Nov 14, 2025
The holiday season is semi-officially here (It won’t be official for me until after Thanksgiving) and you might be looking for something a little different to attend with family and friends. Today’s subject Raymond Walsh can definitely help you with that. He is currently living his theatre life as the creator and one of the performers of The Shamrock Tenors. Their new show Shamrock Tenors: Christmas in Belfast will be here in DC at the Kennedy Center for a one week only engagement from November 25th through the 30th in the Eisenhower Theater. This engagement marks Raymond’s North American professional debut.
LES MISERABLES, PADDINGTON, and More Will Perform at the 2025 Royal Variety Performance
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
The lineup has been announced for the 2025 rendition of The Royal Variety Performance, which will return to the Royal Albert Hall in London this year. Performers will include the casts of Les Misérables and Paddington.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
The lineup has been announced for the 2025 rendition of The Royal Variety Performance, which will return to the Royal Albert Hall in London this year. Performers will include the casts of Les Misérables and Paddington.
Full Cast Set For WHEN WE ARE MARRIED At Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced the full cast for Sheader’s revival of When We Are Married by J.B. Priestley, which will open at the Donmar Warehouse,
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced the full cast for Sheader’s revival of When We Are Married by J.B. Priestley, which will open at the Donmar Warehouse,
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 13, 2025 - Trisha Paytas To Join BEETLEJUICE and More
by - Oct 13, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 13, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
by - Oct 13, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 13, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Video: LES MISERABLES Stars of Past and Present Unite in London for 40th Anniversary
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 10, 2025
LES MISÉRABLES celebrated its 40th Birthday in London’s West End with a special charity gala performance, featuring a company of nearly 100 performers. The star-studded line up of guest artists included Patti LuPone, Michael Ball, Alfie Boe, Samantha Barks, Matt Lucas, Frances Ruffelle. Watch the epic finale here!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 10, 2025
LES MISÉRABLES celebrated its 40th Birthday in London’s West End with a special charity gala performance, featuring a company of nearly 100 performers. The star-studded line up of guest artists included Patti LuPone, Michael Ball, Alfie Boe, Samantha Barks, Matt Lucas, Frances Ruffelle. Watch the epic finale here!
Patti LuPone, Michael Ball and More to Join LES MISÉRABLES Gala Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2025
LES MISÉRABLES will celebrate its 40th Birthday in London’s West End with a special charity gala performance featuring Patti LuPone, Michael Ball and more. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2025
LES MISÉRABLES will celebrate its 40th Birthday in London’s West End with a special charity gala performance featuring Patti LuPone, Michael Ball and more. Learn more here!
INSIDE NO. 9 STAGE/FRIGHT Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre
by Emmy Rice - Aug 2, 2025
Following a sold-out West End season, Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith are taking the critically acclaimed Inside No.9 Stage / Fright to theatres around the UK this autumn, with the tour arriving in Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 9 – Sat 13 Sep.
by Emmy Rice - Aug 2, 2025
Following a sold-out West End season, Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith are taking the critically acclaimed Inside No.9 Stage / Fright to theatres around the UK this autumn, with the tour arriving in Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 9 – Sat 13 Sep.
JUNIPER BLOOD, THE MAIDS, and WHEN WE ARE MARRIED Set For Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025
With the critically acclaimed revival of Lynn Nottage's Intimate Apparel currently playing, Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced three new plays for Autumn 2025/26.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025
With the critically acclaimed revival of Lynn Nottage's Intimate Apparel currently playing, Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced three new plays for Autumn 2025/26.
New Version of TABOO Musical in Development with Book by Jack Holden and Boy George
by Joshua Wright - May 19, 2025
A new version of Taboo, the musical featuring Boy George’s music, is in development with a reworked book by Jack Holden and Boy George. A closed reading takes place this week in London.
by Joshua Wright - May 19, 2025
A new version of Taboo, the musical featuring Boy George’s music, is in development with a reworked book by Jack Holden and Boy George. A closed reading takes place this week in London.
REVIEW: *UPDATED FOR ALTERNATE LEADS* The LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR Is A Breathtaking Celebration of The 40th Anniversary Of The Famous Musical
by Jade Kops - May 11, 2025
In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Claude-Michel Schönberg (Book & Music), Alain Boublil (Concept, Book & Original French Lyrics) and Herbert Kretzmer (Lyrics) musical theatre adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel, LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR is a captivating, staged concert designed for large venues.
by Jade Kops - May 11, 2025
In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Claude-Michel Schönberg (Book & Music), Alain Boublil (Concept, Book & Original French Lyrics) and Herbert Kretzmer (Lyrics) musical theatre adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel, LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR is a captivating, staged concert designed for large venues.
REVIEW: The LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR Is A Breathtaking Celebration of The 40th Anniversary Of The Famous Musical *UPDATED FOR ALTERNATE LEADS*
by Jade Kops - May 2, 2025
In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Claude-Michel Schönberg (Music) and Herbert Kretzmer musical theatre adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel, LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR is a captivating, staged concert designed for large venues.
by Jade Kops - May 2, 2025
In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Claude-Michel Schönberg (Music) and Herbert Kretzmer musical theatre adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel, LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR is a captivating, staged concert designed for large venues.
Photos: Musical Mondays LA Marks Sweet 16 With Star Power, City Honors, And Broadway Bash
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2025
On Monday, April 21st, Musical Mondays LA delivered a Sweet 16 celebration that lived up to its legacy—complete with Broadway energy, community pride, and a special proclamation from the City of West Hollywood. See photos from the show.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2025
On Monday, April 21st, Musical Mondays LA delivered a Sweet 16 celebration that lived up to its legacy—complete with Broadway energy, community pride, and a special proclamation from the City of West Hollywood. See photos from the show.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Matt Lucas been in?
Matt Lucas has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has Matt Lucas been in?
Matt Lucas has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.
What was Matt Lucas's first West End show?
Matt Lucas's first West End show was Taboo which opened in 2002
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