Matthew Warchus
Latest News on Matthew Warchus:
Cast Set For OEDIPUS at The Old Vic, Led By Rami Malek and Indira Varma (Dec 3, 2024)
Industry Pro Newsletter: J.P. Morgan’s NextList, Budget Cuts in Berlin, and Shen Yun Allegations (Dec 2, 2024)
Critics' Choice: Cheryl Markosky's Best Shows of 2024 (Dec 12, 2024)
Cast Set For OEDIPUS at The Old Vic, Led By Rami Malek and Indira Varma (Dec 3, 2024)
Industry Pro Newsletter: J.P. Morgan’s NextList, Budget Cuts in Berlin, and Shen Yun Allegations (Dec 2, 2024)
Critics' Choice: Cheryl Markosky's Best Shows of 2024 (Dec 12, 2024)
BIO
Matthew is a director of theatre, opera and film who has directed award-winning productions for many of the major British theatre companies. He was an Associate Director at the West Yorkshire Playhouse and was an Artistic Associate at The Old Vic before being appointed in 2014 to succeed Kevin Spacey as Artistic Director of the theatre. Matthew's theatre credits include The Caretaker, The Master Builder and Future Conditional (The Old Vic), Matilda The Musical (RSC, West End and Broadway, 7 Olivier Awards, including Best Director and Best New Musical, and 4 Tony Awards), Ghost: The Musical and La Bete (West End and Broadway), Deathtrap (West End), The Norman Conquests (West End and Broadway, Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play), God of Carnage (West End and Broadway, Tony Award for Best Play and Best Direction of a Play), Boeing-Boeing (West End, Broadway and UK tour, Tony Award for Best Revival of a play and Olivier nomination for Best Revival of a Play), Speed-the-Plow (The Old Vic), the theatrical adaptation of The Lord of the Rings (also co-writer, Toronto and West End), Buried Child (National Theatre), Endgame (West End), Our House (West End, Olivier Award for Best Musical), Follies (Broadway), Life x 3 (National Theatre, The Old Vic and Broadway), True West (Donmar Warehouse and Broadway), The Unexpected Man (RSC, West End and Broadway), Art (Broadway, West End and Los Angeles, Olivier and Tony Awards for Best Play), Hamlet and Henry V (RSC), Volpone (National Theatre, Evening Standard Award for Best Director), Much Ado About Nothing (West End) and Betrayal, Death of a Salesman, The Plough and the Stars, Fiddler on the Roof and Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf (West Yorkshire Playhouse). Opera credits include Falstaff and Così Fan Tutte (ENO) and The Rake's Progress (ROH and WNO). Matthew directed feature films Pride (2014, BIFA Best British Independent Film, BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations) and Simpatico (1999).
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Productions
Writing
Bookwriter/Lyricist
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2017 - Best Director
Matthew Warchus, Groundhog Day
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Matthew Warchus, Groundhog Day
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Direction of a Musical
Matthew Warchus, Groundhog Day
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2013 - Best Direction of a Musical
Matthew Warchus, Matilda
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Matthew Warchus, Matilda the Musical
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Direction of a Musical
Matthew Warchus, Matilda the Musical
winner
Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Director
Matthew Warchus, Matilda The Musical
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Matthew Warchus, The Norman Conquests
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Special Citations
Matthew Warchus, The Norman Conquests
Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Company Performance
Matthew WarchusThe Norman Conquests
Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Revival
Matthew WarchusThe Norman Conquests
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Matthew Warchus, The Norman Conquests
winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Direction of a Play
Matthew Warchus, God of Carnage
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Direction of a Play
Matthew Warchus, The Norman Conquests
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Matthew Warchus, Boeing-Boeing
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Direction of a Play
Matthew Warchus, Boeing-Boeing
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Director - Play
Matthew Warchus, The Unexpected Man
Tony Awards - 2000 - Best Direction of a Play
Matthew Warchus, True West
Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Director
Matthew WarchusHamlet
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Director - Play
Matthew WarchusArt
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Direction of a Play
Matthew Warchus, Art
Olivier Awards - 1997 - Best Director
Matthew Warchus, Art
Olivier Awards - 1996 - Best Director
Matthew WarchusVolpone
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 1995 - Best Director
Matthew WarchusVolpone
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 1995 - Best Director
Matthew WarchusHenry V
Videos
Video: 'Now and for Always' from THE LORD OF THE RINGS at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Joshua Wright - Aug 8, 2024
Video: Fox 32 Live Visits the Cast of THE LORD OF THE RINGS: A MUSICAL TALE
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 4, 2024
Video: THE LORD OF THE RINGS â€" A MUSICAL TALE at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2024
Photos & Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE LORD OF THE RINGS - A MUSICAL TALE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2024
Photos & Video: First Look at Immersive THE LORD OF THE RINGS Musical at the Watermill Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2023
Video: New Footage From MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Now Extended Until 15 December 2024
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2023
Video: Matthew Warchus and Tim Minchin Talk the Return of GROUNDHOG DAY
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2023
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Singalong Now In Theaters - Watch a Clip!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2023
VIDEO: Watch Every MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Song, Including 'When I Grow Up,' 'Still Holding My Hand,' & More
by Michael Major - Jan 3, 2023
VIDEO: Watch Emma Thompson's Final Scene In MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie on Netflix
by Michael Major - Dec 30, 2022
VIDEO: Go Behind MATILDA's Musical Numbers In New Netflix Featurette
by Michael Major - Dec 27, 2022
VIDEO: Watch 'Naughty,' 'Revolting Children,' & More Songs From MATILDA THE MUSICAL on Netflix
by Michael Major - Dec 27, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Emma Thompson Perform 'The Hammer' from MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 27, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Emma Thompson Transform Into Miss Trunchbull In MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie on Netflix
by Michael Major - Dec 23, 2022
Video: Matthew Warchus & Dennis Kelly Reflect on the Legacy of MATILDA
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Dec 24, 2022
Interview: How Emma Thompson Transformed Into Miss Trunchbull For MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Michael Major - Dec 22, 2022
Interview: Alisha Weir & Matthew Warchus Talk Bringing MATILDA THE MUSICAL to the Big Screen
by Michael Major - Dec 20, 2022
VIDEO: Netflix Shares 'Revolting Children' Lyric Video From MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Michael Major - Dec 15, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Alisha Weir the Moment She Found Out She Booked MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Michael Major - Dec 8, 2022
News
Cast Set For OEDIPUS at The Old Vic, Led By Rami Malek and Indira Varma
The Old Vic has announced the cast of Oedipus, who will join previously announced Rami Malek as Oedipus and Indira Varma as Jocasta. Learn more about the production here!
The Old Vic has announced the cast of Oedipus, who will join previously announced Rami Malek as Oedipus and Indira Varma as Jocasta. Learn more about the production here!
Industry Pro Newsletter: J.P. Morgan’s NextList, Budget Cuts in Berlin, and Shen Yun Allegations
This week's newsletter highlights pivotal moments and developments shaping the theatre world, from New York to Berlin. In academia, Professor Christian Parker redefines dramaturgy’s role at Columbia, while Broadway remembers the late Gavin Creel with a livestreamed memorial. Globally, J.P. Morgan’s NextList and Berlin’s proposed arts budget cuts spark reflections on the value of culture, as regional and international initiatives, including MTI’s support for disaster-stricken theatres and new leadership at The Old Vic, underscore the resilience and adaptability of the arts. Lastly, a troubling lawsuit involving Shen Yun Performing Arts raises questions about labor conditions in the performing arts.
This week's newsletter highlights pivotal moments and developments shaping the theatre world, from New York to Berlin. In academia, Professor Christian Parker redefines dramaturgy’s role at Columbia, while Broadway remembers the late Gavin Creel with a livestreamed memorial. Globally, J.P. Morgan’s NextList and Berlin’s proposed arts budget cuts spark reflections on the value of culture, as regional and international initiatives, including MTI’s support for disaster-stricken theatres and new leadership at The Old Vic, underscore the resilience and adaptability of the arts. Lastly, a troubling lawsuit involving Shen Yun Performing Arts raises questions about labor conditions in the performing arts.
Critics' Choice: Cheryl Markosky's Best Shows of 2024
Grand dame Sian Phillips stealing the show, Adam Cooper giving an unexpected twirl and smaller theatre spaces punching above their weight. These are some of BroadwayWorld reviewer Cheryl Markosky's favourite theatre moments of 2024.
Grand dame Sian Phillips stealing the show, Adam Cooper giving an unexpected twirl and smaller theatre spaces punching above their weight. These are some of BroadwayWorld reviewer Cheryl Markosky's favourite theatre moments of 2024.
Rupert Goold Appointed Artistic Director of The Old Vic from 2026
The Old Vic announced that Rupert Goold will be the next Artistic Director of The Old Vic, following an extensive process led by a Succession Committee of the Board.
The Old Vic announced that Rupert Goold will be the next Artistic Director of The Old Vic, following an extensive process led by a Succession Committee of the Board.
Artistic Director Rupert Goold and Executive Director Denise Wood Will Depart the Almeida Theatre
After 11 years at the Almeida, Artistic Director Rupert Goold and Executive Director Denise Wood are standing down. Learn more about what's next here!
After 11 years at the Almeida, Artistic Director Rupert Goold and Executive Director Denise Wood are standing down. Learn more about what's next here!
Save Up To 43% on Tickets to JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK at the Gielgud Theatre
Save up to 43% on tickets to Juno and The Paycock at the Gielgud Theatre. Tickets are available from £25. Learn more about how to get discount tickets here!
Save up to 43% on tickets to Juno and The Paycock at the Gielgud Theatre. Tickets are available from £25. Learn more about how to get discount tickets here!
Joe Murphy Appointed Artistic Director of the Birmingham Repertory Theatre
Joe Murphy has been announced as the new Artistic Director of the Birmingham Repertory Theatre. Learn more about Joe Murphy and the Birmingham Repertory Theatre here!
Joe Murphy has been announced as the new Artistic Director of the Birmingham Repertory Theatre. Learn more about Joe Murphy and the Birmingham Repertory Theatre here!
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Will Raise Money For SecondBite For Return Melbourne Season
Five time Tony Award® winner and West End hit A Christmas Carol has announced its partnership with SecondBite, dedicating its 2024 season to raising essential funds for the charity’s food relief program.
Five time Tony Award® winner and West End hit A Christmas Carol has announced its partnership with SecondBite, dedicating its 2024 season to raising essential funds for the charity’s food relief program.
Show of the Week: Save Up to 41% on JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK at the Gielgud Theatre
Save up to 41% on Juno And The Paycock at the Gielgud Theatre. Tickets are available from £25!
Save up to 41% on Juno And The Paycock at the Gielgud Theatre. Tickets are available from £25!
Australian TV Star Erik Thomson to Play Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL This Festive Season
Producers GWB Entertainment have announced that Erik Thomson, one of Australia's most loved stars across film, television and theatre, will play the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol – Melbourne's new festive tradition.
Producers GWB Entertainment have announced that Erik Thomson, one of Australia's most loved stars across film, television and theatre, will play the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol – Melbourne's new festive tradition.
Winter Season Set For National Theatre at Home With Andrew Scott, Ralph Fiennes, and More
National Theatre at Home, the National Theatre's pioneering streaming platform, has announced a collection of iconic productions and heartwarming stories are set to join the platform for the festive season.
National Theatre at Home, the National Theatre's pioneering streaming platform, has announced a collection of iconic productions and heartwarming stories are set to join the platform for the festive season.
Cast Set For Australian Tour of THE LORD OF THE RINGS - A MUSICAL TALE
Producers of The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale, the stage production based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic trilogy, have confirmed the Australian cast that will tour Australia in 2025, including Sydney, Perth and Melbourne.
Producers of The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale, the stage production based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic trilogy, have confirmed the Australian cast that will tour Australia in 2025, including Sydney, Perth and Melbourne.
THE LORD OF THE RINGS A MUSICAL TALE Comes to Theatre Royal Plymouth in 2025 Ahead of European Tour
The Lord of the Rings - A Musical Tale will embark on a new journey as this timeless tale unfolds in this breathtaking theatrical production, playing Theatre Royal Plymouth from 4 – 11 October 2025. Find out how to get tickets to the tour.
The Lord of the Rings - A Musical Tale will embark on a new journey as this timeless tale unfolds in this breathtaking theatrical production, playing Theatre Royal Plymouth from 4 – 11 October 2025. Find out how to get tickets to the tour.
Conor McPherson Will Return to The Old Vic With THE BRIGHTENING AIR
The Old Vic has announced The Brightening Air, a new play written and directed by Olivier Award winner Conor McPherson (The Weir, The Seafarer), in his return to the theatre following the multi award-winning Girl from the North Country in 2017.
The Old Vic has announced The Brightening Air, a new play written and directed by Olivier Award winner Conor McPherson (The Weir, The Seafarer), in his return to the theatre following the multi award-winning Girl from the North Country in 2017.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Will Launch New Tour of UK and Ireland in October 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA THE MUSICAL will embark on a major new tour across the UK and Ireland starting October 2025, bringing the acclaimed production to new audiences.
The Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA THE MUSICAL will embark on a major new tour across the UK and Ireland starting October 2025, bringing the acclaimed production to new audiences.
Review Roundup: Did Mark Rylance and J. Smith-Cameron Impress in JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK?
Tony award-nominee J. Smith-Cameron stars as Juno Boyle opposite Mark Rylance as ‘Captain’ Jack Boyle in a highly anticipated new production of Juno and the Paycock, Seán O’Casey's timeless masterpiece, directed by Tony and Olivier award-winner Matthew Warchus. So what did the critics think? Read the reviews.
Tony award-nominee J. Smith-Cameron stars as Juno Boyle opposite Mark Rylance as ‘Captain’ Jack Boyle in a highly anticipated new production of Juno and the Paycock, Seán O’Casey's timeless masterpiece, directed by Tony and Olivier award-winner Matthew Warchus. So what did the critics think? Read the reviews.
Photos: J. Smith-Cameron, Mark Rylance, & More in JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK
Check out photos from the West End production of JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK starring J. Smith-Cameron, Mark Rylance, and more here!
Check out photos from the West End production of JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK starring J. Smith-Cameron, Mark Rylance, and more here!
Review: JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK, Gielgud Theatre
A cost of living crisis, people being fit to work but choosing not to, poverty, nationalism and women's control of their own bodies. Seán O'Casey's Juno and the Paycock may have first been performed at the Abbey Theatre in Dublin in 1924, but a century later, his tragicomedy resonates more strongly than ever.
A cost of living crisis, people being fit to work but choosing not to, poverty, nationalism and women's control of their own bodies. Seán O'Casey's Juno and the Paycock may have first been performed at the Abbey Theatre in Dublin in 1924, but a century later, his tragicomedy resonates more strongly than ever.
Interview: Glen Ballard And Oliver Tompsett on GHOST THE MUSICAL IN CONCERT
Recently, we had the opportuinty to talk with Glen Ballard and Oliver Tompsett about the upcoming production of Ghost the Musical in Concert. We discussed the creation of Ghost the Musical, what it is like to be returning to the show after time away and what they hope audiences take away from the concert!
Recently, we had the opportuinty to talk with Glen Ballard and Oliver Tompsett about the upcoming production of Ghost the Musical in Concert. We discussed the creation of Ghost the Musical, what it is like to be returning to the show after time away and what they hope audiences take away from the concert!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Matthew Warchus written?
Matthew Warchus has written 1 shows including Lord of the Rings (Bookwriter/Lyricist).
What awards has Matthew Warchus been nominated for?
Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Groundhog Day, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Groundhog Day, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Groundhog Day, Best Direction of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Matilda, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Matilda the Musical, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Matilda the Musical, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Matilda The Musical, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Norman Conquests, Special Citations (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Norman Conquests, Best Company Performance (Olivier Awards) for The Norman Conquests, Best Revival (Olivier Awards) for The Norman Conquests, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Norman Conquests, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for God of Carnage, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Norman Conquests, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Boeing-Boeing, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Boeing-Boeing, Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Unexpected Man, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for True West, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Hamlet, Best Director - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Art , Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Art, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Art , Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Volpone, Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for Volpone and Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for Henry V.
What awards has Matthew Warchus won?
Matthew Warchus has received several prestigious awards throughout his career, including Best Direction of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Matilda. He won Best Director at the Olivier Awards for Matilda The Musical and received Outstanding Director of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for The Norman Conquests. Additionally, he earned Special Citations from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for The Norman Conquests and Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same production. Warchus also won Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards for God of Carnage and Outstanding Director - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for The Unexpected Man. He was recognized as Best Director at the Evening Standard Awards for both Volpone and Henry V.
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