Matthew Warchus
Cate Blanchett, Anne-Marie Duff, and More Join National Theatre's 2026 Season (May 6, 2026)
Photos: Tim Minchin Stops By MATILDA THE MUSICAL At Mayflower Theatre (May 1, 2026)
Hofesh Shechter Named Guest Artistic Director of National Youth Dance Company (Apr 30, 2026)
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
Awards and Nominations
Matthew Warchus, Groundhog Day
Matthew Warchus, Groundhog Day
Matthew Warchus, Groundhog Day
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Matthew Warchus, Matilda
Matthew Warchus, Matilda the Musical
Matthew Warchus, Matilda the Musical
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Matthew Warchus, Matilda The Musical
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Matthew Warchus, The Norman Conquests
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Matthew Warchus, The Norman Conquests
Matthew WarchusThe Norman Conquests
Matthew WarchusThe Norman Conquests
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Matthew Warchus, The Norman Conquests
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Matthew Warchus, God of Carnage
Matthew Warchus, The Norman Conquests
Matthew Warchus, Boeing-Boeing
Matthew Warchus, Boeing-Boeing
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Matthew Warchus, The Unexpected Man
Matthew Warchus, True West
Matthew WarchusHamlet
Matthew WarchusArt
Matthew Warchus, Art
Matthew Warchus, Art
Matthew WarchusVolpone
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Matthew WarchusVolpone
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Matthew WarchusHenry V
Videos
Video: 'Now and for Always' from THE LORD OF THE RINGS at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Joshua Wright - 2024-08-08 13:27:15
Video: Fox 32 Live Visits the Cast of THE LORD OF THE RINGS: A MUSICAL TALE
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-08-04 12:03:25
Video: THE LORD OF THE RINGS – A MUSICAL TALE at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-07-25 07:49:31
Photos & Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE LORD OF THE RINGS - A MUSICAL TALE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-06-26 17:15:31
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: New Footage From MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Now Extended Until 15 December 2024
by Stephi Wild - 2023-06-01 05:12:28
Video: Matthew Warchus and Tim Minchin Talk the Return of GROUNDHOG DAY
by Stephi Wild - 2023-03-30 09:59:47
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Singalong Now In Theaters - Watch a Clip!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-01-06 17:24:57
VIDEO: Watch Every MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Song, Including 'When I Grow Up,' 'Still Holding My Hand,' & More
by Michael Major - 2023-01-03 09:52:04
VIDEO: Watch Emma Thompson's Final Scene In MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie on Netflix
by Michael Major - 2022-12-30 13:09:51
VIDEO: Go Behind MATILDA's Musical Numbers In New Netflix Featurette
by Michael Major - 2022-12-27 11:53:08
VIDEO: Watch 'Naughty,' 'Revolting Children,' & More Songs From MATILDA THE MUSICAL on Netflix
by Michael Major - 2022-12-27 09:20:30
VIDEO: Watch Emma Thompson Perform 'The Hammer' from MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film
by Blair Ingenthron - 2022-12-27 07:48:43
VIDEO: Watch Emma Thompson Transform Into Miss Trunchbull In MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie on Netflix
by Michael Major - 2022-12-23 14:26:15
Video: Matthew Warchus & Dennis Kelly Reflect on the Legacy of MATILDA
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2022-12-24 08:00:20
Interview: How Emma Thompson Transformed Into Miss Trunchbull For MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Michael Major - 2022-12-22 09:54:59
Interview: Alisha Weir & Matthew Warchus Talk Bringing MATILDA THE MUSICAL to the Big Screen
by Michael Major - 2022-12-20 13:00:18
VIDEO: Netflix Shares 'Revolting Children' Lyric Video From MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Michael Major - 2022-12-15 10:36:25
News
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
The National Theatre announced further casting and dates for its 2026 season, including Cate Blanchett in ELECTRA/PERSONA, Anne-Marie Duff in SOME WOMAN, and new casts for CLOUD 9 and THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE.
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026
Tim Minchin made a surprise appearance at MATILDA THE MUSICAL during its Southampton stop at Mayflower Theatre. Check out photos from Tim's visit with the company.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026
Sadler's Wells announced choreographer Hofesh Shechter as the next Guest Artistic Director of National Youth Dance Company, with auditions underway across England ahead of a new production premiering next year.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
The Old Vic announced two new Board of Trustees members: Imogen Brodie of Sonia Friedman Productions and Emma Stenning, CEO of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, as the theatre prepares for a leadership transition.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2026
The Old Vic has revealed the full, all-female cast for Pulitzer Prize-winning drama Glengarry Glen Ross, directed by Tony Award winner Patrick Marber and written by David Mamet.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
The Perelman Performing Arts Center has revealed programming for the fourth artistic season at the recently opened performing arts center at the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
The Old Vic has announced that Matthew Warchus' Tony Award-winning A Christmas Carol, adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne (His Dark Materials, Harry Potter and The Cursed Child), will play at Lowry, Salford.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company will welcome new young performers to its multi-award winning production of Matilda The Musical which is currently booking through to January 2027 at the Cambridge Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2026
All new rehearsal photos have been released from Pride at the National Theatre, a brand-new musical based on the award-winning film, reuniting director Matthew Warchus and writer Stephen Beresford. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
Tony and Olivier Award-winning Operation Mincemeat announced that an all-American cast will lead the British-made musical for the first time ever. Learn more and meet the cast here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026
Matilda The Musical will be returning to China for a third national tour from February to August 2026. The internationally renowned musical continues to play in London’s West End at the Cambridge Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Full casting has been announced for Pride, a brand-new musical based on the award-winning film, reuniting director Matthew Warchus (Matilda The Musical) and writer Stephen Beresford (The Last of the Haussmans).
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 7, 2025
It's Christmastime in the city and with all of the holiday hustle and bustle comes a whole bunch of yuletide cheer at the theater! Check out a complete list of where you can find holiday entertainment in New York City in 2025!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
A Christmas Carol opens tonight at the Perelman Performing Arts Center. Matthew Warchus’ production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic, adapted for the stage by Jack Thorne stars Tony-winner Michael Cerveris as Scrooge. Read the reviews!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
New York City is home to a wide range of holiday attractions beyond its most famous seasonal destinations. From specialty pop-ups and historic venues to neighborhood light displays and winter markets, these hidden gems offer distinct ways to experience the city during December. Learn more about NYC's lesser-known locations and events across the five boroughs.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
A Christmas Carol has begun performances at the Perelman Performing Arts Center. You can now get a first look at George Abud, Julia Knitel and more in the production.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Nov 26, 2025
For many, Christmas cannot begin until The Old Vic is staging Jack Thorne's A Christmas Carol. This year's iteration shows yet again why it is a festive must-see. Brimming with emotion, but never tipping into mawkishness, it will make you laugh, cry and gasp with child-like wonder, no matter what your age. What more could you want from a Christmas show?
by - Nov 11, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 11, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
Last week, Artistic Director Matthew Warchus and Executive Director Laura Stevenson marked the opening of Backstage — a new creative hub next door to the historic theatre on Waterloo Road. Check out photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2025
Dates have been announced for Pride at the National Theatre, a brand-new musical based on the award-winning film, reuniting director Matthew Warchus and writer Stephen Beresford.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Matthew Warchus has written 1 shows including Lord of the Rings (Bookwriter/Lyricist).
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.
Matthew Warchus has received numerous awards, including: - Best Direction of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Matilda - 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 - Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Norman Conquests - Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for God of Carnage - Outstanding Director - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Unexpected Man - Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for Volpone - Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for Henry V.
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