Photo Coverage: MATILDA's Leading Ladies Get Surprise Portrait at Sardi's
by Walter McBride - October 22, 2013
The young leading ladies of MATILDA -- Milly Shapiro, Sophia Gennusa, Bailey Ryon and Oona Laurence -- attended a surprise Sardi's caricature unveiling at Sardi's Restaurant today, October 22, 2013 in New York City. BroadwayWorld was there and brings you full coverage of the unveiling!
FREEZE FRAME: MATILDA's Leading Ladies Get Surprise Portrait at Sardi's
by Walter McBride - October 22, 2013
The young leading ladies of MATILDA -- Milly Shapiro, Sophia Gennusa, Bailey Ryon and Oona Laurence -- attended a surprise Sardi's caricature unveiling at Sardi's Restaurant today, October 22, 2013 in New York City. BroadwayWorld was there and brings you a sneak peek below! Be sure to check back for full coverage!
BWW CD Reviews: MATILDA (Original Broadway Cast Recording) is Darkly Intriguing
by David Clarke - October 22, 2013
When Tim Minchin and Dennis Kelly's musical MATILDA, based on Roald Dahl's novel by the same name, first leapt across the pond most assumed that the Broadway cast would not get a cast recording. However, this production has been full of surprise announcements like Bertie Carvel reprising his role as Miss Trunchbull and the addition of an overture and pre-show curtain. Garnering positive notices when it opened on Broadway, the MATILDA (Original Broadway Cast Recording) does a great job capturing the spirit of the clever and spunky show.
Craig Bierko Sidelined from MATILDA Due to Injury; Understudies Chris Hoch and Ben Thompson to Fill In
by Nicole Rosky - October 10, 2013
Craig Bierko, who began performances on September 17 in the role of Miss Trunchbull in Matilda The Musical, has temporarily exited the show due to an injury. A show representative told NYT: 'Due to a shoulder injury which delayed his start in 'Matilda the Musical' and which has been aggravated during performance, Craig Bierko will be taking a 12-week disability leave from the production. At this time, understudies Chris Hoch and Ben Thompson will be playing Miss Trunchbull.'
MATILDA Original Broadway Cast Album Available for Download
by Nicole Rosky - September 26, 2013
Broadway Records/Yellow Sound Label's original Broadway cast recording of the Tony Award-winning MATILDA THE MUSICAL is now available for digital download and will be available at the Shubert Theatre beginning tomorrow, September 27, 2013. The CD will be available in stores on Tuesday, October 22, 2013. The album can be pre-ordered at www.BroadwayRecords.com.
Exclusive Photo Coverage: MATILDA's Leading Ladies Record for Carols For A Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - November 8, 2013
Stars and casts from the current Broadway line-up have been busy in the studio, recording for the 2013 Broadway's Carols for a Cure, Volume 15. Singing traditional and original holiday songs, this annual holiday music CD benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA), one of the nation's leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organizations. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you exclusive photos from Matilda's recording session for 'Bring a Little Joy Into the World' with castmembers Betsy Struxness, Bailey Ryon, Beatrice Tulchin, Milly Shapiro, Clay Thomson, Colin Isreal, Ryan Steele, Heather Tepe, Lesli Margherita and Thayne Jasperson.
Craig Bierko Joins Cast of MATILDA Tonight as 'Miss Trunchbull'
by Nicole Rosky - September 17, 2013
Craig Bierko will begin performances tonight in the role of Miss Trunchbull in MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Broadway's Shubert Theatre. Bierko was originally scheduled to begin on September 3, but a minor injury caused a delay. Since Tony nominee Bertie Carvel departed on September 1, the role was played by Chris Hoch.
BWW TV Exclusive: A Day in the Life of MATILDA'S Lauren Ward!
by Nicole Rosky - August 29, 2013
In the video below, MATILDA's Lauren Ward, who plays 'Miss Honey' in the new musical, spends a day in her New York City neighborhood as she meets friends for breakfast, goes shopping for birthday presents and more. Spend a day with Ward by clicking below!
Photo Coverage: In the Recording Studio with the Cast of Broadway's MATILDA!
by BWW Staff - August 19, 2013
The producers of the Tony Award-winning Matilda The Musical announced last week that the original Broadway cast recording will be produced by Michael Croiter and Christopher Nightingale for Broadway Records/Yellow Sound Label and will be released digitally and be available at the Shubert Theatre beginning Friday, September 27, 2013. The CD will be available in stores on Tuesday, October 22, 2013. The album can be pre-ordered at www.BroadwayRecords.com. Amazon.com pre-order coming very soon.
The cast was in the recording studio earlier today and you can check out photos from the special day below!
MATILDA Heading Down Under in 2015?
by Nicole Rosky - July 24, 2013
The Tony Award-winning Broadway hit MATILDA THE MUSICAL recently celebrated its 100th performance at the Shubert Theatre, and according to the Sydney Telegraph's Jo Litson, the show will continue to thrive, opening in Australia in 2015.
MATILDA Posts First 'Naughty' Instagram Video!
by Nicole Rosky - June 21, 2013
Soon after Instagram Video launched yesterday, Broadway jumped on the bandwagon, with many shows uploading their very first videos. MATILDA posted its own promo video, featuring the pint-sized title character's anthem- 'Naughty'. Watch it HERE!
AUDIO: MATILDA's Tim Minchin Stops by Studio 360
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2013
Tim Minchin, composer and lyricist of the Broadway hit, MATILDA THE MUSICAL was a guest on STUDIO 360 this weekend. Listen as he plays songs from the hit including 'When I Grow Up,' 'Quiet' and 'The School Song' and speaks with host Kurt Andersen about his music and lyrics for the show. Click below!
BWW TV Exclusive: Talking to the 2013 Tony Winners - Rob Howell
by Robert Diamond - June 16, 2013
BroadwayWorld.com's Richie Ridge sat with all of the 2013 Tony Winners right after they came off stage from their big wins. The winners were filled with joy, memories and excitement and we've got it ALL! Here's Rob Howell who won the 2013 Tony Award for Best Scenic Design of a Musical for MATILDA THE MUSICAL.