Matthew Bourne
Birth Place: London, ENGLAND
Latest News on Matthew Bourne:
Jena Pandya and Ashley Day Will Lead UK Premiere of COME FALL IN LOVE - The DDLJ Musical at Manchester Opera House (Feb 14, 2025)
Matthew Bourne's THE RED SHOES Adds Further UK Tour Dates (Feb 13, 2025)
Photos: STEPHEN SONDHEIM’S OLD FRIENDS New Rehearsal Shots Plus New Cast Members Join (Feb 7, 2025)
Jena Pandya and Ashley Day Will Lead UK Premiere of COME FALL IN LOVE - The DDLJ Musical at Manchester Opera House (Feb 14, 2025)
Matthew Bourne's THE RED SHOES Adds Further UK Tour Dates (Feb 13, 2025)
Photos: STEPHEN SONDHEIM’S OLD FRIENDS New Rehearsal Shots Plus New Cast Members Join (Feb 7, 2025)
BIO
Widely hailed as the UK's most popular and successful choreographer/director, Matthew is the creator of the world's longest-running ballet production, a five-time Olivier Award winner and the only British director to have won the Tony® Award for both choreographer and director of a musical. He is artistic director of New Adventures, which has created an enormous new audience for dance with its groundbreaking dance/theatre productions Nutcracker!, Highland Fling, Swan Lake, Cinderella, The Car Manand Play Without Words. Musical theatre includes Oliver!, My Fair Lady (Olivier Award), South Pacific and Mary Poppins (Olivier Award). Matthew's latest production, Edward Scissorhands, based on Tim Burton's classic film, recently toured the U.S.
Photos
Matthew Bourne, Kyle Selig, Maria Wirrie, Paige Faure, Daniel Yearwood, Kevin Earley, Jasmine Forsberg, Jeremy Secomb, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Bonnie Langford, Gavin Lee, Bernadette Peters, Jacob Dickey, Lea Salonga, Peter Neureuther, Jason Pennycooke, Jason Pennycooke, Daryl Roth, Beth Leavel,Alexa Lopez, David Harris, Kate Jennings Grant, Stephen Mear, Joanna Riding, Lynne Meadow and Chris Jennings
Date:
01/24/2025
From: Photos: Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, & Stephen Sondheim's OLD FRIENDS Meets the Press
Matthew Bourne, Kyle Selig, Maria Wirrie, Paige Faure, Daniel Yearwood, Kevin Earley, Jasmine Forsberg, Jeremy Secomb, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Bonnie Langford, Gavin Lee, Bernadette Peters, Jacob Dickey, Lea Salonga, Peter Neureuther, Jason Pennycooke, Jason Pennycooke, Daryl Roth, Beth Leavel,Alexa Lopez, David Harris, Kate Jennings Grant, Stephen Mear, Joanna Riding, Lynne Meadow and Chris Jennings
Date:
01/24/2025
From: Photos: Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, & Stephen Sondheim's OLD FRIENDS Meets the Press
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Director/Choreographer Matthew Bourne poses during the arrivals for the opening night performance of ''Matthew Bourne''s Sleeping Beauty'' at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on November 21, 2013, in Los Angeles, Calif. (Photo by Ryan Miller/Capt
Date:
11/22/2013
From: Photo Flash: Matthew Bourne's SLEEPING BEAUTY Opens at Ahmanson Theatre
Director/Choreographer Matthew Bourne poses during the arrivals for the opening night performance of ''Matthew Bourne''s Sleeping Beauty'' at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on November 21, 2013, in Los Angeles, Calif. (Photo by Ryan Miller/Capt
Date:
11/22/2013
From: Photo Flash: Matthew Bourne's SLEEPING BEAUTY Opens at Ahmanson Theatre
From left, Director/Choreographer Matthew Bourne and actress Debbie Allen pose during the reception for the opening night performance of ''Matthew Bourne''s Sleeping Beauty'' at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on November 21, 2013, in Los Angele
Date:
11/22/2013
From: Photo Flash: Matthew Bourne's SLEEPING BEAUTY Opens at Ahmanson Theatre
From left, Richard Sherman and Director/Choreographer Matthew Bourne pose during the reception for the opening night performance of ''Matthew Bourne''s Sleeping Beauty'' at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on November 21, 2013, in Los Angeles, Ca
Date:
11/22/2013
From: Photo Flash: Matthew Bourne's SLEEPING BEAUTY Opens at Ahmanson Theatre
From left, CTG Founding Artistic Director Gordon Davidson and Director/Choreographer Matthew Bourne pose during the reception for the opening night performance of ''Matthew Bourne''s Sleeping Beauty'' at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on Novemb
Date:
11/22/2013
From: Photo Flash: Matthew Bourne's SLEEPING BEAUTY Opens at Ahmanson Theatre
Productions
Writing
Creator
Awards and Nominations
winner
Olivier Awards - 2017 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Matthew BourneThe Red Shoes
Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Matthew Bourne, Oliver!
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Choreograph
Matthew Bourne, Edward Scissorhands
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Choreography
Matthew Bourne, Mary Poppins
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Choreography
Matthew Bourne, Mary Poppins
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Matthew Bourne, Mary Poppins
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Choreography
Matthew Bourne, Mary Poppins
Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Choreograph
Matthew Bourne, Mary Poppins
winner
Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Matthew Bourne, Mary Poppins
Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Director
Matthew BournePlay Without Words
winner
Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Entertainment
Matthew BournePlay Without Words
winner
Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Matthew BournePlay Without Words
winner
Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Matthew Bourne, My Fair Lady
Olivier Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Achievement in Dance
Matthew BourneThe Car Man
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Choreography
Matthew Bourne, Swan Lake
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Matthew Bourne, Swan Lake
winner
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Choreography
Matthew Bourne, Swan Lake
winner
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Direction of a Musical
Matthew Bourne, Swan Lake
Videos
Video: Center Theatre Group Presents MATTHEW BOURNE'S ROMEO AND JULIET
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-31 10:23:02
Video: Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, and the Cast of SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Take Final Bows
by Stephi Wild - 2024-01-08 05:25:31
Photos & Video: First Look at Immersive THE LORD OF THE RINGS Musical at the Watermill Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-07-31 12:29:55
Video: First Look at Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, and More in a New Trailer For STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS
by Stephi Wild - 2023-06-22 10:35:29
VIDEO: Watch Bernadette Peters, Judi Dench, and More in SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Concert Trailer
by Blair Ingenthron - 2022-12-24 09:34:34
Video: First Look at All New 'Skating' Clip From Matthew Bourne's NUTCRACKER!
by Stephi Wild - 2022-10-19 05:59:25
Video: Andrew Lloyd Webber and Jim Steinman's WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND Returns at The Watermill Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-07-15 16:11:35
VIDEO: Watch Highlights from OLD FRIENDS, Celebrating Stephen Sondheim!
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-05-04 09:16:27
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Starring Michael Ball, Hannah Waddingham, Judi Dench & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-04-27 12:13:54
Photos & Video: Go Inside SWAN LAKE, to be Presented as Part of MATTHEW BOURNE'S NEW ADVENTURES FESTIVAL!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2021-03-05 13:09:43
Living Room Concerts: Layton Williams Sings 'Out Of The Darkness' From EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - 2020-04-16 03:16:00
VIDEO: Inside New Adventures and Center Theatre Group's 'In Our Shoes' Program
by Stephi Wild - 2020-02-08 09:14:52
VIDEO: First Look at Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE at the Ahmanson Theater
by Stephi Wild - 2019-12-04 07:35:23
TV: Watch An Exclusive Clip of Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE Ahead of Cinema Screening
by Marianka Swain - 2019-04-15 15:18:04
VIDEO: First Look At Matthew Bourne's CINDERELLA at the Ahmanson
by Alan Henry - 2019-02-20 13:09:39
![#TBT: "Step [Back] In Time" With The Opening Night of MARY POPPINS On Broadway! Video](https://cloudimages.broadwayworld.com/columnpic10/200200F7A6DF07-AEBC-447F-B0D7CD59E0F1A0E0.jpg)
#TBT: "Step [Back] In Time" With The Opening Night of MARY POPPINS On Broadway!
by Jeffrey Vizcaino - 2018-12-13 15:59:55
News
Jena Pandya and Ashley Day Will Lead UK Premiere of COME FALL IN LOVE - The DDLJ Musical at Manchester Opera House
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025
Jena Pandya and Ashley Day will play lovers Simran and Rog (Roger) in Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical, the new musical comedy based on one of the biggest blockbuster films in the history of Indian cinema, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ).
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025
Jena Pandya and Ashley Day will play lovers Simran and Rog (Roger) in Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical, the new musical comedy based on one of the biggest blockbuster films in the history of Indian cinema, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ).
Matthew Bourne's THE RED SHOES Adds Further UK Tour Dates
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025
New Adventures has announced further tour dates for Matthew Bourne’s double Olivier award-winning, smash hit production of THE RED SHOES which returns for a 2025/26 tour for the first time since its 2020 tour was cut short due to the pandemic.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025
New Adventures has announced further tour dates for Matthew Bourne’s double Olivier award-winning, smash hit production of THE RED SHOES which returns for a 2025/26 tour for the first time since its 2020 tour was cut short due to the pandemic.
Photos: STEPHEN SONDHEIM’S OLD FRIENDS New Rehearsal Shots Plus New Cast Members Join
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025
Center Theatre Group will present the North American premiere of Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga. See new rehearsal photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025
Center Theatre Group will present the North American premiere of Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga. See new rehearsal photos here!
BLOOD BROTHERS & More Set for Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham, 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2025
The Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham, has launched 2025 with the release of its new season brochure, packed with a lineup of productions that promise to provide world-class entertainment to audiences in Gloucestershire. Learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2025
The Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham, has launched 2025 with the release of its new season brochure, packed with a lineup of productions that promise to provide world-class entertainment to audiences in Gloucestershire. Learn more.
Cast Set For Pete Townshend's QUADROPHENIA, A MOD BALLET
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
Quadrophenia defined a generation and in 1979 inspired the cult classic feature film of the same name. Now it's back – this time as an explosive dance production - Quadrophenia, a Mod Ballet.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
Quadrophenia defined a generation and in 1979 inspired the cult classic feature film of the same name. Now it's back – this time as an explosive dance production - Quadrophenia, a Mod Ballet.
Review: MARY POPPINS, Festival Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jan 27, 2025
Based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film, the story of the World’s favourite nanny arriving on Cherry Tree Lane is even more magical than ever before featuring dazzling choreography, incredible effects and unforgettable songs.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jan 27, 2025
Based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film, the story of the World’s favourite nanny arriving on Cherry Tree Lane is even more magical than ever before featuring dazzling choreography, incredible effects and unforgettable songs.
Photos: Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, & Stephen Sondheim's OLD FRIENDS Meets the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 25, 2025
The cast of Manhattan Theatre Club's production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends met the press this week! Check out photos of the show's stars, two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, and more!
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 25, 2025
The cast of Manhattan Theatre Club's production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends met the press this week! Check out photos of the show's stars, two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, and more!
Matthew Bourne's THE RED SHOES Will Return to Sadler's Wells as Part of a UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025
Matthew Bourne's double Olivier award-winning, smash hit production of THE RED SHOES will return for the annual Christmas season at Sadler's Wells as part of a 2025/26 tour.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025
Matthew Bourne's double Olivier award-winning, smash hit production of THE RED SHOES will return for the annual Christmas season at Sadler's Wells as part of a 2025/26 tour.
Cast Set For Wise Children's Tour of NORTH BY NORTHWEST
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025
Wise Children has announced the full cast for the world première of Emma Rice’s adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock’s North by Northwest. Learn more about the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025
Wise Children has announced the full cast for the world première of Emma Rice’s adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock’s North by Northwest. Learn more about the cast here!
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 17, 2025
Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honour regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
by BWW Awards - Jan 17, 2025
Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honour regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen Will Join West End Cast of WICKED
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025
WICKED has announced its full new London cast who are set to begin performances at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre in March. Learn more about the full cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025
WICKED has announced its full new London cast who are set to begin performances at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre in March. Learn more about the full cast here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 16, 2025
by - Jan 16, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 16, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jan 16, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 16, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
International Dance Legend Carlos Acosta Visits Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2025
Carlos Acosta was in attendance at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre last night, Tuesday 14 January, to celebrate the performances of NUTCRACKER IN HAVANA, which saw his company Acosta Danza, take to the Grand Theatre stage for the first time.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2025
Carlos Acosta was in attendance at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre last night, Tuesday 14 January, to celebrate the performances of NUTCRACKER IN HAVANA, which saw his company Acosta Danza, take to the Grand Theatre stage for the first time.
Review Roundup: Did OLIVER! Leave Audiences Wanting More?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 15, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Lionel Bart’s iconic musical, OLIVER!, which he has fully reconceived with director and choreographer Matthew Bourne, has now opened at the Gielgud Theatre.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 15, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Lionel Bart’s iconic musical, OLIVER!, which he has fully reconceived with director and choreographer Matthew Bourne, has now opened at the Gielgud Theatre.
Review: OLIVER!, Gielgud Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 15, 2025
After blowing audiences away in Chichester, Matthew Bourne’s addictive version of Lionel Bart’s beloved OLIVER! lands in the West End in truly glorious form.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 15, 2025
After blowing audiences away in Chichester, Matthew Bourne’s addictive version of Lionel Bart’s beloved OLIVER! lands in the West End in truly glorious form.
OLIVER! Extends Run at The Gielgud Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Lionel Bart's iconic musical, Oliver! will extend booking through until Sunday 29 March 2026. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Lionel Bart's iconic musical, Oliver! will extend booking through until Sunday 29 March 2026. Learn more about the production here!
Listen: OLIVER! 2024 London Cast Recording Now Streaming
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 10, 2025
The new 2024 cast recording from the London company of Oliver! is now available on digital. Recorded in front of live audiences at Chichester Festival Theatre last year, the recording features iconic songs like “Food, Glorious Food”, “Consider Yourself”, and more. Listen to it here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 10, 2025
The new 2024 cast recording from the London company of Oliver! is now available on digital. Recorded in front of live audiences at Chichester Festival Theatre last year, the recording features iconic songs like “Food, Glorious Food”, “Consider Yourself”, and more. Listen to it here!
DeNada Dance Theatre Will Perform Queer Take on MADAME BUTTERFLY
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
Mariposa (‘butterfly' in Spanish) is choreographer Carlos Pons Guerra's queer reimagining of Puccini's seminal opera, Madame Butterfly. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
Mariposa (‘butterfly' in Spanish) is choreographer Carlos Pons Guerra's queer reimagining of Puccini's seminal opera, Madame Butterfly. Learn more about the production here!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End 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!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End 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!
Video: Matthew Bourne's SWAN LAKE Returns to Sadler's Wells
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2024
Get a first look at footage of Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake, now playing at Sadler's Wells. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2024
Get a first look at footage of Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake, now playing at Sadler's Wells. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Matthew Bourne written?
Matthew Bourne has written 1 shows including Play Without Words (Creator).
What awards has Matthew Bourne been nominated for?
Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for The Red Shoes, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Oliver!, Outstanding Choreograph (Drama Desk Awards) for Edward Scissorhands, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mary Poppins, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mary Poppins, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mary Poppins, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Mary Poppins, Outstanding Choreograph (Drama Desk Awards) for Mary Poppins, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Mary Poppins, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Play Without Words, Best Entertainment (Olivier Awards) for Play Without Words, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Play Without Words, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for My Fair Lady, Outstanding Achievement in Dance (Olivier Awards) for The Car Man, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Swan Lake , Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Swan Lake , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Swan Lake and Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Swan Lake.
What awards has Matthew Bourne won?
Matthew Bourne has received several prestigious awards throughout his career, including: - Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for The Red Shoes - Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mary Poppins - Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Mary Poppins - Best Entertainment (Olivier Awards) for Play Without Words - Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Play Without Words - Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for My Fair Lady - Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Swan Lake - Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Swan Lake - Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Swan Lake - Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Swan Lake.
Videos