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 more...
Marc Antolin, who has an impressive resume including roles in The Trial at the Young Vic and Peter Pan at the National Theatre, was also part of the cast of Matilda at the RSC/Cambridge Theatre. more...
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Thomas Atkinson, a graduate of the Sylvia Young Theatre School, made his professional stage debut in Matilda the Musical. more...
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Jake Bailey, who trained at the Sylvia Young Theatre School, was part of the original cast of Matilda the Musical with the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford in 2010 and can be heard on the original cast recording. more...
Melanie La Barrie, who has an extensive theater background including roles in Les Misérables and Mary Poppins, was part of the original cast recording for Matilda the Musical. more...
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James Beesley, who trained at The Debbie Fyffe Theatre School, was part of the original cast of Matilda the Musical during its 2010 run at the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford and can be heard on the original cast recording. more...
Verity Bentham, who has an extensive theatre background including notable performances in "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" and "Chicago," was part of the talented cast of "Matilda the Musical," bringing her rich stage experience to the beloved production. more...
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Ruby Bridle, who trained at the Sylvia Young Theatre School, was part of the original cast of the RSC's Matilda in Stratford in 2010 and can be heard on the original cast recording. more...
Bertie Carvel, who made his Broadway debut as Miss Trunchbull in Matilda: The Musical, earned a Tony nomination and several other accolades for his performance, having originally brought the character to life in the West End where he won an Olivier Award. more...
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Matthew Clark, a Doreen Bird College of Performing Arts alum, has an impressive theater background, including notable past performances in "Oliver!" at Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, and "Chicago" on the UK tour, bringing a wealth of experience to his role in "Matilda the Musical." more...
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Eleanor Worthington Cox, trained at the Formby School of Dance and Performing Arts, previously showcased her talents in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat" at the Liverpool Empire. more...
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Oonagh Cox, a graduate of the London Theatre School and Montage Theatre Arts, made her professional stage debut in Matilda the Musical. more...
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Cleo Demetriou, known for her performances in Les Misérables and The Sound of Music, was a standout in Matilda the Musical. more...
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Jemima Eaton, who trained at Showshack Dance and Theatre School, previously graced the stage in Les Misérables at the Queens Theatre in London. more...
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Alicia Gould, who trained at the Sylvia Young Theatre School and Associates Dance School, previously graced the stage in productions such as The Sound of Music at the Palladium and Oliver! at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, before joining the cast of Matilda the Musical. more...
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Zachary Harris, a graduate of the Sylvia Young Theatre School, has previously graced the stage in productions such as Oliver! at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, and The Wizard of Oz at the London Palladium. more...
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Callum Henderson, trained at the Sylvia Young Theatre School, was part of the original cast of the Royal Shakespeare Company's "Matilda" in Stratford in 2010, and contributed to the show's original cast recording. more...
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Fleur Houdijk, a graduate of the Sylvia Young Theatre School, previously graced the stage in the acclaimed production of Billy Elliot at the Victoria Palace Theatre. more...
Peter Howe was featured in the original cast recording of Matilda, showcasing his versatile talent in both live theatre and audio performances. more...
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Kerry Ingram, who trained at Corona Youth Theatre, played a role in the RSC's "Matilda" in Stratford in 2010, and also contributed to the original cast recording of the show. more...
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Jamie Kaye, who trained at Stagecoach and Bullfrog Productions, has previously graced the stage in productions such as "The Wizard of Oz" at the London Palladium and "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat" at The Hawth, Crawley. more...
Paul Kaye, who trained at Harrow School of Art and Trent Polytechnic in Theatre Design, brought his extensive experience in television and film to the stage in "Matilda the Musical." more...
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William Keeler, who trained at Tomorrow’s Talent Weekend Theatre School and Essex Dance Theatre, previously graced the stage in "Priscilla Queen of the Desert" at the Palace Theatre and appeared on the television series "EastEnders." more...
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Michael Kent, trained at Laine Theatre Arts and The Brenda Taylor School of Dance, was part of the original cast recording for Matilda the Musical. more...
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Sophia Kiely, who trained at The Royal Academy of Dance and the Centre for Young Musicians, previously captivated audiences in the London Children's Ballet tour of Snow White. more...
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Lily Laight, who portrayed Amanda Thripp in the West End production of Matilda the Musical at the Cambridge Theatre, has also appeared in numerous stage shows such as West End Now and Music of the Night. more...
Matthew Malthouse, who trained at the Dance School of Scotland, Arts Ed London, and Steps on Broadway, NYC, has an extensive theatre background including notable performances in productions such as Singin’ in the Rain and 42nd Street. He was also part of the original cast recording of Matilda the Musical. more...
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Alfie Manser, who trained at Tring Park School of Performing Arts, made his professional stage debut in "Matilda the Musical." more...
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Isobelle Molloy, who trained at Tomorrow’s Talent Weekend Theatre School and Essex Dance Theatre, previously showcased her talents in productions like "Oliver!" at Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, before joining the cast of "Matilda the Musical." more...
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Rachel Moran, a recent graduate of Arts Educational Schools, London, has previously showcased her talents in productions such as The Wizard of Oz in Cyprus and participated in various performances during her training, including Our House, Curtains, and Grand Hotel. more...
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Jemima Morgan, a graduate of the Sylvia Young Theatre School, previously graced the stage in Billy Elliot at the Victoria Palace and showcased her versatile talents in Matilda the Musical. more...
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Toby Murray, a talented young actor from Brighton, UK, showcased his remarkable skills in the London West End production of Matilda The Musical at the Cambridge Theatre, Covent Garden, and was also part of the original cast recording. more...
Alastair Parker, a versatile actor trained at the Guildford School of Acting and the Royal Academy of Music, was featured in the original cast recording of "Matilda the Musical." more...
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Annabel Parsons, a Sylvia Young Theatre School alumna, was part of the original cast of the RSC's Matilda in Stratford in 2010 and contributed to the original cast recording. more...
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Leanne Pinder, who brought her extensive experience from productions like "We Will Rock You" and "Grease," graced the stage in "Matilda the Musical," showcasing her versatile talents honed at the Expressions School of Performing Arts and The Urdang Academy. more...
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Lucy May Pollard, who trained at the Heidi Rhodes School of Dance, has previously showcased her talents in productions such as The Sound of Music on its UK tour and Cinderella with the London Royal Ballet at the Royal Opera House. more...
Nick Searle, who trained at Laine Theatre Arts and boasts an extensive theatre resume including roles in "Cats" and "Miss Saigon," was part of the original cast recording for "Matilda the Musical." more...
Emily Shaw, who has an impressive theatre background with roles in productions like Hello, Dolly! and Mary Poppins, was also part of the original cast recording for Matilda the Musical. more...
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Ellie Simons showcased her talent as part of the original cast of Matilda with the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford back in 2010, and her performance is immortalized in the original cast recording of the show. more...
Lucy Thatcher, a graduate of the Arts Educational School of Musical Theatre, has an extensive theatre background including notable performances in productions such as "Oliver!" in Cyprus and "Imagine This" at the New London Theatre, prior to her involvement in "Matilda the Musical." more...
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Jaydon Vijn, known for his role in the UK tour of 'Oliver!', brought his extensive theatre experience to the cast of Matilda the Musical. more...
Josie Walker, known for her diverse roles in productions such as "Everybody's Talking About Jamie" and "The Phantom of the Opera," brought her extensive theatrical experience to the stage in "Matilda the Musical." more...
Tim Walton, known for his extensive theatre work including roles in West End productions like "Starlight Express" and "Love Never Dies," brought his versatile talent to the stage in "Matilda the Musical," showcasing his dynamic range and experience in musical theatre. more...
Lauren Ward, known for her extensive theatre work including roles in "The Sound of Music" at the London Palladium and "The Philadelphia Story" at the Old Vic, also captivated audiences as Miss Honey in "Matilda the Musical." more...
Gary Watson, a Laine Theatre Arts and Kathleen Davis Centre alumnus, brought his extensive stage experience to the cast of Matilda the Musical, having previously performed in renowned productions such as Les Misérables at the Queens Theatre and Evita at the Adelphi. more...
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Ted Wilson made his Broadway debut with Matilda, bringing his talent from the Olivier Award-winning original London cast to the New York stage. more...
Awards and Nominations
2012 Olivier Awards
Best Actor In A Musical: Bertie Carvel won.
Best Actress In A Musical: Cleo Demetriou won.
Best Actress In A Musical: Kerry Ingram won.
Best Actress In A Musical: Sophia Kiely won.
Best Actress In A Musical: Eleanor Worthington Cox won.
Production Team
Simon N Baker Sound Designer
Peter Darling Choreographer
Rob Howell Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Christopher Nightingale Orchestrator
Bruce O’Neil Musical Director
Hugh Vanstone Lighting Designer
Matthew Warchus Director
Matilda the Musical FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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)
Videos