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Roald Dahl

Date of Death: November 23, 1990 (74)

Birth Place: Llandaff, WALES

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John Lithgow-Led GIANT Tickets Go on Sale Today

The West End transfer of the Royal Court Theatre’s production of GIANT starring John Lithgow will go on sale at 12pm on 9 December. Learn more about how to get tickets to the upcoming production here!
A CHRISTMAS CAROL & More " Check Out This Week's Top Stage Mags

Check out this week's top virtual show programs from BroadwayWorld's Stage Mag! This week includes productions from Ashland Production, The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens, and The Coterie Theatre. 
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Comes to Virginia Rep this Holiday Season

Virginia Rep will celebrate the holiday season with an ambitious and scrumdiddlyumptious production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, presented December 5 - January 12 on the Majorie Arenstein stage at the historic November Theatre. 
Watch These 10 Family-Friendly Musicals After Seeing WICKED

Looking for the next musical to watch after Wicked? Whether you are a musical theatre savant or completely new to the genre, BroadwayWorld has assembled a guide of ten musicals that you and your family are encouraged to check out if you enjoyed Wicked.
Review: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at John W. Engeman Theatre

What did our critic think of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at John W. Engeman Theatre?
Exclusive: How John Lithgow's SPELLBOUND Role Expanded With a Showstopping Musical Number

BroadwayWorld sat down with John Lithgow to discuss voicing the character of Minister Bolinar in Spellbound, how his role in the film grew over time, and why children are the best audience members.
GIANT Starring John Lithgow Will Transfer to the West End

The Royal Court Theatre's production of Mark Rosenblatt's GIANT will have a 14 week limited run at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London's West End. Learn more about the show here!
Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome High School's JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR

Based on one of Roald Dahl's most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this 'masterpeach' of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. 
Timothée Chalamet and James Mangold to Receive Gotham Tribute for A COMPLETE UNKNOWN

The Gotham Film & Media Institute has announced that Academy-Award nominees Timothée Chalamet and James Mangold will receive the Visionary Tribute for their groundbreaking collaboration on A Complete Unknown.
Review: Orpheus Musical Theatre's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

What did our critic think of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Orpheus Musical Theatre?
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Announced At Christian Theater Arts Project

Christian Theater Arts Project will present Matilda the Musical with performances showing from November 16-24. With a cast of 85 youth ages 8-18 from the community, this show is a celebration of kindness, courage, and friendship.
Legacy Theatre Presents CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

The fresh new reimagining of the Roald Dahl classic Charlie & the Chocolate Factory plays at Legacy November 8th-December 15th. Charlie & the Chocolate Factory transports audiences to a world of 'pure imagination'. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka's factory.
Review: JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH at UT Department Of Theatre And Dance

The UT Department of Theatre and Dance’s delightful adaptation of Roald Dahl's beloved children's tale, James and the Giant Peach, provides a whimsical escape into a world where adventure and imagination flourish, leaving audiences with smiles and warm memories. #ATXTheatre
Deerfield Family Theater to Present CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

Discover the cast and production team for Deerfield Family Theater's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, directed by Matt Canon, with performances at the newly renovated Caruso Auditorium in November. Learn how to purchase tickets.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Comes to Young People's Theatre

This holiday season, Young People’s Theatre (YPT) will present a musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
World Premiere of Pasek and Paul's LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE is Coming to Pasadena Playhouse

Pasadena Playhouse will present the world premiere musical adaptation from EGOT-winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALIVE Raises Over $230k for The Ali Forney Center

Jay Armstrong Johnson’s annual Halloween concert-meets-party I Put a Spell on You: ALiiVE at Webster Hall, benefiting the Ali Forney Center, played to a packed standing-room-only crowd last night, October 21.
Chris Hemsworth Circling Disney's PRINCE CHARMING Movie

Chris Hemsworth is in talks to play the classic character of Prince Charming in the recently announced Disney movie from Wonka director Paul King.
Review: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Göteborgsoperan

The Operahouse in Gothenburg is the perfect venue for this entertaining familymusical
Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU to Stream on Broadway On Demand

Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALiiVE at Webster Hall will stream on Broadway On Demand during Halloween weekend, offering a theatrical experience from the comfort of your home. Learn how to watch!

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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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