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Matilda the Musical 2021 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
2 hours 40 minutes
Ages: 6+
Opened: September 16, 2021
Closing: November 30, 2021

Matilda the Musical - 2021 West End History , Info & More


Cambridge Theatre
(Covent Garden) Earlham Street London

Matilda The Musical is the multi award-winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl.



Matilda The Musical is the multi award-winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl.



With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda The Musical is the story of an extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.



Winner of 99 international awards, including 24 for Best Musical, Matilda continues to delight audiences of all ages.

Suitable for ages 6 and over.



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MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Is In The Works
by Stephi Wild - January 17, 2020


Matilda the Musical is headed to the big screen!

Cast of West End Production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL Unveiled This Year's Festive Display at Hamleys
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 1, 2019


Today, Hamleys, the oldest toy store in the world, unveiled its legendary Christmas windows display. Designed to capture the imagination of children and adults alike, the display is described by the Hamleys team as a?oea heart-warming scene filled with festive cheera?? showcasing a magical snowy landscape.

100th Matilda And New Casting Announced For MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - September 6, 2019


The Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical has today announced the new adult and child cast, including casting the 100th Matilda to go into the show, worldwide, since the original opening in London. 

BWW Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL Sets the Bar High for Vancouver's Summer Musicals
by Alyson Eng - May 28, 2019


Growing up, Matilda was both a book and movie that was well-loved in many households. The peculiarity of the Wormwood household, the magic of Matilda's powers, and the bone-shaking wrath of Miss Trunchbull was felt by readers and audiences near and far. This month, Arts Club brought Roald Dahl's classic tale to life with its production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL. Playing at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage in Vancouver from May 16th to July 14th, Arts Club does not disappoint with this truly remarkable show.

The Royal Shakespeare Company Announces Sixth Relaxed Performance For MATILDA
by Rebecca Russo - March 26, 2019


Following the sold-out success of the previous relaxed performances of Matilda The Musical, the Royal Shakespeare Company will present its sixth at theCambridge Theatre at 3pm on Sunday 9 June.

Photo Flash: First Look at Elliot Harper Terrifying MATILDA as Miss Trunchbull
by Julie Musbach - January 17, 2019


The Royal Shakespeare Company have released the first images of Elliot Harper as Miss Trunchbull in Matilda The Musical's UK and Ireland tour, check them out below!

BWW Interview: Hayden Tee On Playing Miss Trunchbull in MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Marianka Swain - November 13, 2018


Hayden Tee's extensive musical theatre work includes playing both Marius and Javert in Les Miserables, as well as South Pacific, Titanic and Little Women. He's currently starring as Miss Trunchbull in Matilda The Musical at the Cambridge Theatre in the West End.

Photo Flash: First Look at Hayden Tee, Gina Beck, and the New Cast of Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA
by Stephi Wild - October 25, 2018


The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has released new production images featuring the previously announced new cast of the multi-award winning show, which is now playing its eighth year in the West End having opened at the Cambridge Theatre seven years ago today on 25 October 2011.

Photo: Matilda Stares Down Trump in New Statue Honoring the 30th Anniversary of Roald Dahl's Book
by Stephi Wild - October 1, 2018


Looks like Matilda is still getting a little bit naughty! A statue has been built depicting the pint-sized literary and theatrical icon staring down Donald Trump, in honor of the 30th anniversary of Roald Dahl's book being published.

The Royal Shakespeare Company Announces New Child Casting For The UK & Ireland Tour Of MATILDA
by Stephi Wild - August 23, 2018


The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced new child casting for the Matilda The Musical UK and Ireland Tour with Sophia Ally and Scarlett Cecil joining Annalise Bradbury and Nicola Turner in sharing the title role of Matilda from 29 August. The West End production will continue to play at the Cambridge Theatre, where it is now in its seventh year and is booking until 20 October 2019.

Hayden Tee, Rob Compton, and Holly Dale Join The Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA
by Stephi Wild - August 13, 2018


The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has announced new casting with Hayden Tee playing Miss Trunchbull alongside Rob Compton and Holly Dale Spencer as Mr and Mrs Wormwood. Gina Beck will continue to play Miss Honey, having joined the company in September 2017. Isobel Hubble and Francesca McKeown will join Sarah Munday and Olivia Wells in sharing the title role of Matilda. The multi award-winning production is currently playing its seventh year in the West End and is booking until 20 October 2019.

VIDEO: MATILDA Gets a Little Bit Naughty at West End Live
by Stephi Wild - June 16, 2018


West End's free outdoor performance event West End Live has kicked off today! Matilda the Musical took the stage for a truly 'naughty' performance. Watch it below!

The Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA THE MUSICAL Will Move To Earlier Weekday Start Time From September 2018
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2018


Following a review of new audience research carried out on behalf of the Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical it is announced today that from 12 September all evening weekday performances of the award-winning musical will begin at 7pm (Tuesday-Friday).

New Children's Cast and Online Lottery Announced For The Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - March 2, 2018


The Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical has announced that Sara Munday and Olivia Wells will join Lily-Mae Evans and Savannah Read in the title role of Matilda from 13 March 2018. Seen by over 7.7 million people across more than 60 cities worldwide, the multi award-winning production is now playing its seventh year in London, booking at the Cambridge Theatre until 10 February 2019.

VIDEO: MATILDA Introduces the UK and Ireland Tour's Four New Matildas
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2018


The official Matilda Twitter account introduced us to the new cast members with a video of the girls baking with Craige Els, who will be playing Miss Trunchbull. The girls talk about what superpower they would have, who their inspiration is, their hobbies and more while creating a 'tour cake.'

Photo Flash: LEGO Matilda Unveiled in the West End in Honor of Roald Dahl Day
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2017


To mark Roald Dahl Day today, 13 September, the Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda the Musical welcomed to the Cambridge Theatre stage a very special visitor. Emma Moore, one of the four actresses who share the role of Matilda in the West End, supported the LEGO Roald Dahl Hero campaign by posing alongside the LEGO build of Matilda - which is composed of 8,900 bricks and took 48 hours to construct. Scroll down for photos!

Lily-Mae Evans, Kitty Peterkin and Savannah Read Join MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - September 5, 2017


The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has announced that Lily-Mae Evans, Kitty Peterkin and Savannah Read will join Emma Moore in the title role of Matilda from 12 September 2017. The multi award-winning production is about to enter its seventh year in the West End and is booking at the Cambridge Theatre until 27 May 2018.

David Shannon, Gina Beck, Tom Edden, and Marianne Benedict Join MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - August 7, 2017


The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has announced its new adult cast with David Shannon playing Miss Trunchbull alongside Gina Beck as Miss Honey and Tom Edden and Marianne Benedict as Mr and Mrs Wormwood. The multi award-winning production is currently playing its sixth year in the West End and is booking until 27 May 2018.

VIDEO: Little is Unstoppable with MATILDA at West End Live
by Julie Musbach - June 25, 2017


The West End's free outdoor extravaganza West End Live 2017 comes to a close today. Matilda's little star packs a big punch, check out the performance below!

VIDEO: Find Out What the Matildas Would Do if They Were Prime Minister
by BWW News Desk - June 9, 2017


What would the four Matildas do if they were Prime Minister? See the hilarious girls get political in the video below!

Photo Flash: Fresh Maggots! First Look at the New Cast of MATILDA
by Nicole Rosky - May 9, 2017


The Royal Shakespeare Company's multi award-winning production of Matilda the Musical now stars Lilian Hardy, Emma Moore and Eva-Marie Saffrey joining Abbie Vena the title role of Matilda. Performances at the Cambridge Theatre are currently on sale until 17 December 2017.

The Royal Shakespeare Company Presents Fourth Relaxed Performance of MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2017


Following the sold-out success of the previous relaxed performances of Matilda The Musical, the Royal Shakespeare Company will present its fourth at the Cambridge Theatre on Sunday 11 June 2017.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Welcomes Three New Matildas
by BWW News Desk - March 2, 2017


The Royal Shakespeare Company's multi award-winning production of Matilda The Musical has announced that Lilian Hardy, Emma Moore and Eva-Marie Saffrey will join Abbie Vena the title role of Matilda from 14 March. Performances at the Cambridge Theatre are currently on sale until 17 December 2017.

West End's MATILDA Celebrates Fifth Birthday
by Marianka Swain - November 8, 2016


Last week, Matilda the Musical - that soaring celebration of storytelling - marked its fifth year in the West End. Appropriately enough, the show begins with a birthday party in the marvellously caustic "Miracle" (over 41,000 balloons have been used since the show opened at the Cambridge Theatre), and the audience was invited to join the party, treated to birthday cupcakes in the interval. No word on whether Bruce Bogtrotter made a play for them first…

Matilda the Musical FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Matilda the Musical and what's the order?
Miracle (Part 1)
Miracle (Part 2)
Matilda (Part 3)
Naughty
School Song
Pathetic
The Hammer
Chokey Chant
Loud
This Little Girl
Bruce
All I Know
When I Grow Up
The Smell of Rebellion
Quiet
My House
Revolting Children
When I Grow Up/Naughty (Reprise)

Matilda the Musical History

Other Productions of Matilda the Musical

2010   West End West End Production
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2011   West End London Production
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2013   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2021   West End West End Transfer
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Matilda the Musical - 2021 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2012 Olivier Awards Best Actor In A Musical Bertie Carvel
2012 Olivier Awards Best Actress In A Musical Cleo Demetriou
2012 Olivier Awards Best Actress In A Musical Kerry Ingram
2012 Olivier Awards Best Actress In A Musical Sophia Kiely
2012 Olivier Awards Best Actress In A Musical Eleanor Worthington Cox
2012 Olivier Awards Best Costume Design Rob Howell
2012 Olivier Awards Best Director Matthew Warchus
2012 Olivier Awards Best Lighting Design Hugh Vanstone
2012 Olivier Awards Best New Musical Cambridge Theatre
2012 Olivier Awards Best Performance In A Supporting Role In A Musical Paul Kaye
2012 Olivier Awards Best Set Design Rob Howell
2012 Olivier Awards Best Sound Design Simon Baker
2012 Olivier Awards Best Theatre Choreographer Peter Darling
2011 Evening Standard Awards Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical 0

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