Matilda The Musical tickets
About Matilda The Musical
Roald Dahl’s heroine might be small, but she stands up to bullies. Fight for what’s right and book Matilda the Musical tickets on TodayTix.
Dahl’s 1988 novel got the perfect stage treatment from the mischievous minds of playwright Dennis Kelly and Australian comedian-turned-composer Tim Minchin. Together they brought to the stage this imaginative musical , which to date has 100 international awards, including 24 for Best Musical. Matilda still holds the joint records for most Olivier Awards for a Musical — tied with Hamilton and Cabaret.
London Theatre praised the musical’s spectacle, saying its “hugely enjoyable, with hallmarks of pantomime.” It continues to be a firm family favourite, winning over new generations of theatre fans. So, don’t be a revolting child! Enjoy Matilda in London.
Clever Matilda Wormwood is unappreciated by her shallow family, But when she attends an unusual school, she finds a new ally, teacher Miss Honey, and a fearsome foe, headmistress Miss Trunchbull. Handily, our heroine has some special skills. One is magical, the gift of telekinesis, but she also realises the power of storytelling – and so does this incredible production.
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Run time
2hr 35min. Incl. 1 Intermission.
Venue
Categories
Musicals, Award winners, Family / Kid-friendly, West End, Book Adaptation
Age
Ages 6+. No children under the age of 4 will be admitted and every customer must have their own ticket. Under 16s must be sat with an adult. To make sure everyone enjoys the show, little ones need to be able to sit in their own seat without any assistance.
Start date
16th September, 2021
“Young talent delivers electrifying, emotionally resonant theatrical magic”
Extraordinary Young Talent Steals Every Heart
Audiences are overwhelmingly captivated by the remarkable young cast, whose energy, confidence, and skill leave theatregoers genuinely astonished. The spectacular set design and inventive staging rece...
What It Feels Like
- Energetic and joyful
- Nostalgically touching
- Utterly impressive
You’ll Love This If…
- You adore watching phenomenally talented young performers
- You enjoy spectacular set design and creative staging
- You appreciate stories that reconnect you with childhood emotions
Energetic, fun. Brilliant child actors
It was incredible 😲 Adults and Kids all loved the show. The Young Talent were amazing.
Great musicals with unbelievable acting
Matilda The Musical cast and creative team
By: Dennis Kelly, adapted from the book by Roald Dahl
Songs by: Tim Minchin
Director: Matthew Warchus
Choreography: Peter Darling
Principal Cast list: Nick Len (Michael Wormwood), Tiffany Graves (Mrs Wormwood),
Jon Robyns (Miss Trunchbull), Neil McDermott (Mr Wormwood), Eve Norris (Miss Honey), Tania Mathurin (Mrs Phelps)
Design: Rob Howell
Costumes: Rob Howell
Lighting: Hugh Vanstone
Sound: Simon Baker
Venue
Directions
Location: West End
Railway station: Charing Cross
Bus numbers: (Shaftesbury Avenue) 14, 19, 38; (Tottenham Court Road) 24, 29, 176
Night bus numbers: (Shaftesbury Avenue) 14, N5, N19, N20, N38; (Tottenham Court Road) 24, 176, N29, M41, N279
Car park: Chinatown (6mins)
Directions from tube: (5mins) Take Cranbourn Street away from Leicester Square until St Martin’s Lane, where you head left 100 metres to a small roundabout where the theatre can be seen.
More information about Matilda The Musical
While the Royal Shakespeare Company nurtured Matilda in 2009, Tim Minchin separately approached the Dahl estate to adapt the story into a stage version. So when Minchin was asked to join the RSC, he was thrilled! Matthew Warchus, Old Vic artistic director, helms the musical.
The musical premiered at the Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2010, and swiftly transferred to London’s Cambridge Theatre the following year. Matilda won a record seven Olivier Awards, including Best New Musical and Best Actress in a Musical for the four young performers who alternated in the title role: Eleanor Worthington Cox, Cleo Demetriou, Sophia Kiely, and Kerry Ingram.
What to Watch For:
- Miss Trunchbull, who has an unusually imposing physique, is played by a man in Matilda on stage.
- There are multiple child actors for each role, alternating shows between them – which means it’s a slightly different performance every time. You can find out when you get to the theatre which cast is on.
- Tim Minchin was best known for his stand-up comedy (which did include original songs) before he became an award-winning composer with Matilda. He then went on to play Judas in the UK arena tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Jesus Christ Superstar, and to write the score for the stage adaptation of Groundhog Day.
- One of the breakout songs from the show is Minchin’s poignant “When I Grow Up,” which appears in Act II and features high-flying choreography with swings. It was actually the first song that he wrote for the show, drawing inspiration from his own childhood.
Frequently asked questions
What is Matilda The Musical about?
Everybody's a little bit naughty — don't miss out on seeing the musical adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic novel. With music and lyrics by Tim Minchin, embark on a journey with the mischievous Matilda as she demonstrates that even the smallest person can make a big difference.
What is the running time of Matilda The Musical?
Matilda The Musical runs for 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 Intermission.
Which theatre is Matilda The Musical at?
Matilda The Musical is at London's Cambridge Theatre, which is located at Seven Dials, 32-34 Earlham Street, London, WC2H 9HU.
How much are tickets for Matilda The Musical?
Matilda The Musical tickets start at £23.
How do you get tickets for Matilda The Musical?
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What is the age recommendation for Matilda The Musical?
Ages 6+. No children under the age of 4 will be admitted and every customer must have their own ticket. Under 16s must be sat with an adult. To make sure everyone enjoys the show, little ones need to be able to sit in their own seat without any assistance.
What are the songs in "Matilda"?
Matilda features stand-out songs, including “Revolting Children,” “When I Grow Up,” and “Naughty.”
Who wrote "Matilda"?
Matilda the Musical was written by playwright Dennis Kelly, with music and lyrics by composer and lyricist Tim Minchin. The musical, based on Roald Dahl's novel "Matilda," narrates the tale of a precocious young girl with extraordinary intelligence and magical abilities who conquers adversity.
Who directed "Matilda"?
Matthew Warchus directed Matilda the Musical on stage. He won an Olivier Award in 2012 for his work on the show.
When did "Matilda" open in the West End?
Matilda the Musical opened in London's West End on November 24, 2011, at the Cambridge Theatre.
Is "Matilda" appropriate for kids?
Matilda the Musical can be enjoyed by those of all ages, but this show is recommended for children above the age of 6.
Is "Matilda" good?
Matilda the Musical is a witty and fun adaptation of Roald Dahl’s beloved novel of the same name, with a catchy score. In a five-star review, London Theatre said this family show had “all the children in the audience seemed totally mesmerised.”
