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BIO

Peter Darling is an award-winning choreographer. His work for theatre in the UK includes Groundhog Day, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (West End), Billy Elliott (West End), Merrily We Roll Along (Donmar Warehouse), Candide and Oh! What a Lovely War (National Theatre), Sunset Boulevard (Really Useful Group), The Tempest (Royal Shakespeare Company) and Edward II, The Country Wife, As You Like It, and Twelfth Night, all for Michael Grandage. He choreographed Matilda The Musical, Our House and The Lord of the Rings for Matthew Warchus. His film work includes Billy Elliott and The Phantom of the Opera.

STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
London Revival, 1994
Perchik

Productions

 
[West End, 2021]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Choreography
 
[West End, 2016]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2013]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2011]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2010]
CHOREOGRAPHY
 
[US Tour, 2010]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2007]
Choreographer
 
[Toronto, 2006]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2005]
Choreographer
 
[London Fringe, 2001]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 2000]
Choreographer
 
[West End, 1998]
Choreographer

Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 2017 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Peter Darling, Groundhog Day

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Choreography

Peter DarlingGroundhog Day

Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Peter DarlingCharlie And The Chocolate Factory

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Choreography

Peter Darling, Matilda the Musical

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Choreographer

Peter Darling, Matilda the Musical

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Choreography

Peter Darling, Matilda the Musical


winner
Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Peter Darling, Matilda The Musical


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2009 - Best Choreography

Peter Darling, Billy Elliot


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Choreography

Peter Darling, Billy Elliot the Musical


winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Choreography

Peter Darling, Billy Elliot, The Musical


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Choreography

Peter Darling, Billy Elliot


winner
Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Peter Darling, Billy Elliot

Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Peter DarlingOur House

Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Peter Darling, Merrily We Roll Along

Olivier Awards - 2000 - Best Theatre Choreographer

Peter Darling, Candide

Videos

News


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.
Photos: MATILDA THE MUSICAL Welcomes New Cast Members

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced that the multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical is now booking through to 24 May 2026. See new photos from the production below!
New Cast Set For MATILDA THE MUSICAL in the West End

A new cast has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical which is now in its 13th year in London and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre.
RSC's MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Welcome New Cast Members; Booking Extended

The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Matilda The Musical is welcoming new cast members. See who is staring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Watch the 2024 West End Trailer For MATILDA THE MUSICAL

 Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical is now in its 12th year and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre. Watch an all new 2024 trailer for the musical in the video here!
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Will Embark on International Tour; Cast Revealed!

Matilda The Musical will begin an international tour in August at the Israeli Opera House, Tel Aviv. The tour will then transfer to Dubai before continuing with further dates in Asia. 
New Matildas Join MATILDA THE MUSICAL in the West End

Casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical which is now in its 12th year and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre.
Video: New Footage From MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Now Extended Until 15 December 2024

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced that the multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical is booking through to 15 December, 2024 with tickets for the new dates now on sale! Plus watch all new footage from the production.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Announces West End Extension; See New Footage From the Show!

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced that the multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical is booking through to 15 December, 2024 with tickets for the new dates now on sale at matildathemusical.com
Which Broadway Shows Have Received the Most Tony Nominations Ever?

While many stellar productions are poised to earn multiple nominations this season, it will take quite a few to stand up to the current record holders. Below, check out which Broadway shows hold the records for the most-Tony nominated productions of all time.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Extends Booking Period at Cambridge Theatre

The Royal Shakespeare Company's multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical is now booking through to 26 May 2024 with tickets for the new dates now on sale.
Interview: How Ellen Kane Made MATILDA Dance on the Big Screen

Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Ellen Kane, the choreographer for the movie adaptation of Matilda the Musical on Netflix!
Review Roundup: MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Premieres at the BFI London Film Festival

The new film adaption of Matilda the Musical premiered today at the BFI London Film Festival. Get the scoop on the film, which stars Emma Thompson, Lashana Lynch, Andrea Riseborough and Stephen Graham, plus new comer Alisha Weir as Matilda. Before the film comes to Netflix, read what critics thought of the highly-anticipated movie musical now!
Photos: First Look at the New Cast Members of MATILDA THE MUSICAL

To celebrate the new cast beginning performances at the Cambridge Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company’s Matilda The Musical has released all new production photos.
Review: MATILDA at Folketeateret

'Matilda - the musical' has wit, intelligence, heart and soul. To see this again in its Norwegian incarnation is, as the opening song says 'A miracle'. Many young stars were born yesterday at Folketeatret in Oslo.
New Cast Announced For MATILDA THE MUSICAL

New casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical which is now in its 10th year and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre.
Review: BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL, Leicester Curve

Six years after it closed in the West End, the first new staging of Billy Elliot The Musical has opened at the Leicester Curve, made possible by liaison with the original filmmakers. Though it is a bold departure in many ways from the beloved original production, its story endures and continues to resonate strongly with British theatregoers and theatremakers alike.
The Royal Shakespeare Company Enhances Educational Programme For MATILDA THE MUSICAL

The Royal Shakespeare Company has refreshed its education activity for Matilda The Musical to include a comprehensive planning guide for schools. The new guide, developed in close consultation with teachers, includes everything needed to plan, book and take a school trip to the Cambridge Theatre.
Slow Burn Theatre Presents MATILDA THE MUSICAL

Slow Burn Theatre Company and the Broward Center for the Performing Arts invite audiences to the Tony and Olivier Award-winning Matilda: The Musical presented by American National Bank, Friday, March 25 through Sunday, April 10, 2022.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Extends Booking Period And Announces A Relaxed Performance and New Children's Cast

The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has confirmed an extension to the booking period to Sunday 28 May 2023 with tickets for the new dates now on sale.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Peter Darling been in?

Peter Darling has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Peter Darling been in?

Peter Darling has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Peter Darling's first West End show?

Peter Darling's first West End show was Fiddler on the Roof which opened in 1994

What awards has Peter Darling been nominated for?

Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Groundhog Day, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Groundhog Day, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Matilda the Musical, Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Matilda the Musical, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Matilda the Musical, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Matilda The Musical, Best Choreography (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Billy Elliot, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Billy Elliot the Musical, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Billy Elliot, The Musical, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Billy Elliot, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Billy Elliot, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Our House, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Merrily We Roll Along and Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Candide .

What awards has Peter Darling won?

Peter Darling has won several awards for his choreography, including Best Theatre Choreographer at the Olivier Awards for Matilda The Musical. He received the Best Choreography award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Billy Elliot. Darling was also honored with the Outstanding Choreography award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Billy Elliot the Musical. Additionally, he won the Best Choreography award at the Tony Awards for Billy Elliot, The Musical, and the Outstanding Choreography award at the Drama Desk Awards for Billy Elliot. Finally, he received the Best Theatre Choreographer award at the Olivier Awards for Billy Elliot.

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