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Roald Dahl

Date of Death: November 23, 1990 (74)

Birth Place: Llandaff, WALES

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Roald Dahl's WILLY WONKA to Open at Gallery Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2025

Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka will open at Gallery Theater of McMinnville, Oregon in May. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets to the production here!
Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, & More Confirmed for HARRY POTTER HBO Series
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2025

The HBO Harry Potter series has confirmed the casting of John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, and Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid.
OLIVER!, BE MORE CHILL And More Set for The Milburn Stone Theatre Season 34
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2025

The Milburn Stone Theatre at Cecil College will unveil its 2025-2026 season- a lineup of theatrical productions and special events that invite audiences to experience Pure Imagination and Bittersweet Symphonies.
SHOWSTOPPER! THE IMPROVISED MUSICAL Comes To Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2025

 Showstopper! The Improvised Musical will visit the Stephen Joseph Theatre next month. Spontaneous musical comedy at its finest, this is the first ever long-form improv show to have a full West End run and to win an Olivier Award.
Interview: 'I Love Feeding Off an Audience': Actor Zoe Birkett on Ambition, Fight Scenes and Balancing Motherhood With TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL
by Kat Mokrynski - Apr 9, 2025

Recently, we had the chance to speak with Zoe Birkett, who is currently playing the role of Tina along with Karis Anderson.We discussed what it has been like for Birkett to play the iconic rockstar, how she balances the show and her own life and even what it’s like to perform on stage versus in a recording studio!
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Cultural Arts Playhouse
by Andrew J. Koehler - Apr 8, 2025

Experience the magic of MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Cultural Arts Playhouse! Enjoy stellar performances and captivating choreography until April 27, 2025.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, LEGALLY BLONDE and More Set for TUTS 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2025

Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) has announced its magical 2025 season, featuring Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Legally Blonde The Musical, on stage June 27-August 16, 2025, at Stanley Park’s iconic Malkin Bowl.
BroadwayWorld UK's Olivier Awards 2025 Predictions
by BWW UK Critics - Apr 4, 2025

Established in 1976, the Olivier Awards celebrate the world-class status of London theatre, and are Britain’s most prestigious stage honours. Leading the way this year is Tom Scutt's Fiddler on the Roof which matches Hamilton's record-breaking 13 nominations, represented in every acting and creative category.
2024-25 Center Stage High School Musical Theater Program Recognition Recipients Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2025

The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has announced the 2024-25 Center Stage High School Musical Theater Program recognition recipients. Showcase on May 17, 2025 will celebrate achievements in high school musical theater in Northeast Wisconsin,
Children’s Theatre Company Reveals 2025-2026 Season Featuring THE WIZARD OF OZ and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025

Children’s Theatre Company has revealed its 2025-2026 Season, featuring the U.S. premiere of the smash hit U.K. musical Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile The Musical and more. See full programming and learn more about the season.
In2YouArts Presents Roald Dahl's JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH Jr. At The Shawnee Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2025

In2YouArts will present its latest theatrical adventure, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach Junior, at The Shawnee Playhouse, from Friday, April 11th through Friday, April 18th, 2025.
STC's UNCLE VANYA & More Lead Washington, DC's April 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Mar 27, 2025

Washington, DC is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for April 2025 include STC's production of Uncle Vanya & more.
2025 Critics’ Circle Theatre Award Winners Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025

The Critics’ Circle Drama Section has revealed the winners of this year’s Theatre Awards 2025. These are the only awards to be entirely voted for by the professional theatre critics who are members of the Circle. See the list of winners here!
Photos: First look at Mount Vernon Nazarene University Theatre CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Jerri Shafer - Mar 26, 2025

Join MVNU Theatre as we step into a world of Pure Imagination! The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Charlie Bucket, an imaginative boy with a knack for making something out of nothing, dreams of acquiring a golden ticket to tour Willy Wonka's over-the-top chocolate factory and can’t believe his luck when it actually happens.
Netflix Unveils THE GOLDEN TICKET Competition Series Inspired by Willy Wonka
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 20, 2025

Netflix has announced a new competition series, The Golden Ticket, inspired by the beloved universe of Wonka. The filming location and premiere date will be announced at a later date.
JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH Comes to SD Junior Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025

San Diego Junior Theatre will continue its 77th Season with Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach, a magical adventure for the whole family!
A World Premiere and More Set for Northern Stage 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2025

 Northern Stage has revealed its 2025/26 Season, offering five main stage productions in the Byrne Theater at the Barrette Center for the Arts. See full programming and learn more.
Listen: THE BOOK THIEF Original 2023 UK Cast Recording Available Now
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025

The Original 2023 UK Cast Recording is available now for the musical stage adaptation of THE BOOK THIEF, based on of best-selling novel by Markus Zusak. Listen to the album here!
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Adds New Dates to UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Matilda The Musical, based on Roald Dahl's beloved book, will add five further dates to its upcoming tour of the UK and Ireland. 
BRIGHT STAR, NUNSENSE and More Set for FoCAL Center 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

FoCAL Center has revealed their 2025-26 season: A Season of Adventure! Get ready for a year filled with bold, exciting performances. Whether you're a long-time theater patron or a newcomer, this season has something for everyone. 

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How many shows has Roald Dahl written?

Roald Dahl has written 3 shows including The Honeys (Playwright), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Author), Matilda the Musical (Source Material).

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