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Dennis Kelly

Dennis Kelly is an actor, playwright, bookwriter whose BroadwayWorld credits include Anything Goes, Urinetown, and Into the Woods. Awards include BroadwayWorld Awards for Matilda (2013).

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STAGE CREDITS

Anything Goes Anything Goes
[US Tour]
Roundabout Theatre Company National Tour, 2012
Elisha Whitney
Urinetown
[US Tour]
National Tour, 2003
Senator Fipp
Into the Woods
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Cinderella's Father, Mysterious Man (Understudy), Narrator (Understudy)
Into the Woods
[Los Angeles]
Los Angeles Revival (Pre-Broadway), 2002
Cinderella's Father
Annie Get Your Gun
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1999
Buffalo Bill [Replacement], Col. Wm. F. Cody [Replacement]
Damn Yankees
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1994
Joe Boyd

Productions

After The EndAfter The End
 
[West End, 2022]
Writer
Matilda The MusicalMatilda The Musical
 
[West End, 2011]
Book
Matilda The MusicalMatilda The Musical
 
[West End, 2010]
BOOK

Writing

Matilda the Musical
Bookwriter
Taking Care of Baby
Playwright
Girls & Boys
Playwright

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Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2013 - Best Book of a Musical

Dennis Kelly, Matilda

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Dennis Kelly, Matilda

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Book of a Musical

Dennis Kelly, Matilda the Musical

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MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Open at Melbourne's Princess Theatre October 2027 Photo
MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Open at Melbourne's Princess Theatre October 2027
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL will open at Melbourne's Princess Theatre in October 2027, before touring to Sydney Lyric and QPAC's Lyric Theatre in Brisbane.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Return to Australia, Open in Melbourne October 2027 Photo
MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Return to Australia, Open in Melbourne October 2027
by Joshua Wright - Aug 18, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company's production will open at Melbourne's Princess Theatre in October 2027 before touring to Sydney Lyric and QPAC's Lyric Theatre in Brisbane.
Justine Clarke to Star in GIRLS & BOYS at Sydney Theatre Company Photo
Justine Clarke to Star in GIRLS & BOYS at Sydney Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2026

Justine Clarke (Julia) will return to Sydney Theatre Company this September for an encore Sydney season of Dennis Kelly's one-woman play, Girls & Boys at the Wharf Theatre.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL To Welcome Matt Corner, Amy Ross & Lucy St. Louis and More for 15 Photo
MATILDA THE MUSICAL To Welcome Matt Corner, Amy Ross & Lucy St. Louis and More for 15th Year
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced new casting for its West End production of Matilda The Musical. Matt Corner, Amy Ross, and Lucy St. Louis will join Jon Robyns, alongside a new company of adult and child performers.
COME TO WHERE I AM to Make Shedinburgh Debut with Paines Plough Photo
COME TO WHERE I AM to Make Shedinburgh Debut with Paines Plough
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2026

Paines Plough announced the lineup for COME TO WHERE I AM, a new writing showcase at Shedinburgh during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, featuring monologues by Uma Nada-Rajah, Hannah Lavery, and Linda McLean.
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Summer Theatre Of New Canaan Photo
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Summer Theatre Of New Canaan
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Jul 12, 2026

The Summer Theatre Of New Canaan's production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL is a must-see or must-see again for all ages.
New Young Cast Members Join MATILDA THE MUSICAL UK & Ireland Tour Photo
New Young Cast Members Join MATILDA THE MUSICAL UK & Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA THE MUSICAL UK and Ireland tour announced new young performers joining the company at Birmingham Hippodrome, with three new actresses set to share the title role.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Open Valley Youth Theatre's 2026/27 Season in Phoenix Photo
MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Open Valley Youth Theatre's 2026/27 Season in Phoenix
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 8, 2026

Valley Youth Theatre will present MATILDA THE MUSICAL at the Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix, featuring a cast of 37 young performers selected from over 174 auditions, with a live orchestra and a reimagined production reflecting its wheelchair-using lead.
SHREK JR, DESCENDANTS & More Set for Playful People Productions' 2026-27 Season Photo
SHREK JR, DESCENDANTS & More Set for Playful People Productions' 2026-27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026

Playful People Productions in San Jose announced its 2026-27 season, including SHREK THE MUSICAL JR, DISNEY'S DESCENDANTS: THE MUSICAL, ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA JR, and a secret surprise show.
42ND STREET, COME FROM AWAY & More Set for Sharon Playhouse's 2026 Season Photo
42ND STREET, COME FROM AWAY & More Set for Sharon Playhouse's 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026

Sharon Playhouse announced casting for its 2026 season, featuring SWINGTIME CANTEEN, 42ND STREET, COME FROM AWAY, a full YouthStage season, and special events including THE DIVINE SISTER starring Charles Busch.
Save Up to 39% on MATILDA & More Hot London Deals Photo
Save Up to 39% on MATILDA & More Hot London Deals
by Team BWW - May 26, 2026

Ready to see your next West End show? Of course you are! Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week. Check out the shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to this week!
Cast Set For MATILDA THE MUSICAL at The Summer Theatre Of New Canaan This July Photo
Cast Set For MATILDA THE MUSICAL at The Summer Theatre Of New Canaan This July
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026

The Summer Theatre of New Canaan will present MATILDA THE MUSICAL, directed by Allegra Libonati, with a cast featuring Broadway alumni including Charlotte Surak, Christopher Hudson Myers, and Keisha T. Fraser.
Photos: Tim Minchin Stops By MATILDA THE MUSICAL At Mayflower Theatre Photo
Photos: Tim Minchin Stops By MATILDA THE MUSICAL At Mayflower Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026

Tim Minchin made a surprise appearance at MATILDA THE MUSICAL during its Southampton stop at Mayflower Theatre. Check out photos from Tim's visit with the company.
Photos: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Lake Worth Playhouse Photo
Photos: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Lake Worth Playhouse
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 18, 2026

Matilda the Musical is now playing at Lake Worth Playhouse. The show features a book by Dennis Kelly, with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin. Check out the photos here!
Paines Plough Receives £750,000 Grant to Renovate ROUNDABOUT Theatre Photo
Paines Plough Receives £750,000 Grant to Renovate ROUNDABOUT Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026

Paines Plough has been awarded a £750,000 Creative Foundations Fund grant from Arts Council England to renovate ROUNDABOUT, its pop-up, in-the-round touring theatre, which has reached over 150,000 people across the UK since 2014.
Crítica: MATILDA, EL MUSICAL at Centro Cultural Teatro I Photo
Crítica: MATILDA, EL MUSICAL at Centro Cultural Teatro I
by Juan Carlos Araujo - Apr 7, 2026

El exitoso musical del West End y Broadway llega a México con una magna producción que dejará al público maravillado tanto por su elenco como por su magnificencia.
Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome Theatre Department presents ROALD DAHL’S MATIDA Photo
Photos: First look at Dublin Jerome Theatre Department presents ROALD DAHL’S MATIDA THE MUSICAL
by Jerri Shafer - Mar 18, 2026

Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She's unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher Miss Honey. During her first term at school, the two forge a bond as Miss Honey begins to recognize and appreciate Matilda's extraordinary personality
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Edinburgh Playhouse Photo
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Edinburgh Playhouse
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 6, 2026

In celebration of 15 years on stage since opening at the Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon, and following performances in 100 cities across 17 countries worldwide, Matilda now returns for a UK tour.
New Children Join the London Cast of RSC's MATILDA THE MUSICAL Photo
New Children Join the London Cast of RSC's MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company will welcome new young performers to its multi-award winning production of Matilda The Musical which is currently booking through to January 2027 at the Cambridge Theatre.
INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS Set for Milton Keynes Theatre in March Photo
INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS Set for Milton Keynes Theatre in March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

Milton Keynes Theatre will present INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS, a thrilling stage adaptation, from March 17-21.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Dennis Kelly been in?

Dennis Kelly has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Dennis Kelly been in?

Dennis Kelly has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Dennis Kelly been nominated for?

Best Book of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Matilda, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Matilda and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Matilda the Musical.

What awards has Dennis Kelly won?

Dennis Kelly won Best Book of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Matilda.

How many shows has Dennis Kelly written?

Dennis Kelly has written 3 shows including Taking Care of Baby (Playwright), Girls & Boys (Playwright), Matilda the Musical (Bookwriter).

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