Matthew Bourne
Birth Place: London, ENGLAND
Latest News on Matthew Bourne:
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2025 - Where to Watch PERCY JACKSON, New KNIVES OUT & More (Dec 3, 2025)
MISS SAIGON, BLOOD BROTHERS, CATS, and More Set For 2026 at Birmingham Hippodrome (Nov 20, 2025)
Video: THE RED SHOES UK Tour Trailer (Nov 12, 2025)
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2025 - Where to Watch PERCY JACKSON, New KNIVES OUT & More (Dec 3, 2025)
MISS SAIGON, BLOOD BROTHERS, CATS, and More Set For 2026 at Birmingham Hippodrome (Nov 20, 2025)
Video: THE RED SHOES UK Tour Trailer (Nov 12, 2025)
BIO
Widely hailed as the UK's most popular and successful choreographer/director, Matthew is the creator of the world's longest-running ballet production, a five-time Olivier Award winner and the only British director to have won the Tony® Award for both choreographer and director of a musical. He is artistic director of New Adventures, which has created an enormous new audience for dance with its groundbreaking dance/theatre productions Nutcracker!, Highland Fling, Swan Lake, Cinderella, The Car Manand Play Without Words. Musical theatre includes Oliver!, My Fair Lady (Olivier Award), South Pacific and Mary Poppins (Olivier Award). Matthew's latest production, Edward Scissorhands, based on Tim Burton's classic film, recently toured the U.S.
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Matthew Bourne, Kyle Selig, Maria Wirrie, Paige Faure, Daniel Yearwood, Kevin Earley, Jasmine Forsberg, Jeremy Secomb, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Bonnie Langford, Gavin Lee, Bernadette Peters, Jacob Dickey, Lea Salonga, Peter Neureuther, Jason Pennycooke, Jason Pennycooke, Daryl Roth, Beth Leavel,Alexa Lopez, David Harris, Kate Jennings Grant, Stephen Mear, Joanna Riding, Lynne Meadow and Chris Jennings
Date:
01/24/2025
From: Photos: Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, & Stephen Sondheim's OLD FRIENDS Meets the Press
Matthew Bourne, Kyle Selig, Maria Wirrie, Paige Faure, Daniel Yearwood, Kevin Earley, Jasmine Forsberg, Jeremy Secomb, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Bonnie Langford, Gavin Lee, Bernadette Peters, Jacob Dickey, Lea Salonga, Peter Neureuther, Jason Pennycooke, Jason Pennycooke, Daryl Roth, Beth Leavel,Alexa Lopez, David Harris, Kate Jennings Grant, Stephen Mear, Joanna Riding, Lynne Meadow and Chris Jennings
Date:
01/24/2025
From: Photos: Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, & Stephen Sondheim's OLD FRIENDS Meets the Press
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Productions
Writing
Creator
Awards and Nominations
winner
Olivier Awards - 2017 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Matthew BourneThe Red Shoes
Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Matthew Bourne, Oliver!
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Choreograph
Matthew Bourne, Edward Scissorhands
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Choreography
Matthew Bourne, Mary Poppins
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Choreography
Matthew Bourne, Mary Poppins
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Matthew Bourne, Mary Poppins
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Choreography
Matthew Bourne, Mary Poppins
Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Choreograph
Matthew Bourne, Mary Poppins
winner
Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Matthew Bourne, Mary Poppins
Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Director
Matthew BournePlay Without Words
winner
Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Entertainment
Matthew BournePlay Without Words
winner
Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Matthew BournePlay Without Words
winner
Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Matthew Bourne, My Fair Lady
Olivier Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Achievement in Dance
Matthew BourneThe Car Man
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Choreography
Matthew Bourne, Swan Lake
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
Matthew Bourne, Swan Lake
winner
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Choreography
Matthew Bourne, Swan Lake
winner
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Direction of a Musical
Matthew Bourne, Swan Lake
Videos
Video: West End's OLIVER! Takes the Stage on BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-19 12:36:02
Video: Bernadette Peters Discusses Her Friendship with Stephen Sondheim
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-15 14:59:00
Video: Bernadette Peters Reveals Her Favorite Stephen Sondheim Song
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-14 17:34:48
Video: Watch Highlights from STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-03-31 15:20:31
Video: Center Theatre Group Presents MATTHEW BOURNE'S ROMEO AND JULIET
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-31 10:23:02
Video: Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, and the Cast of SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Take Final Bows
by Stephi Wild - 2024-01-08 05:25:31
Photos & Video: First Look at Immersive THE LORD OF THE RINGS Musical at the Watermill Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-07-31 12:29:55
Video: First Look at Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, and More in a New Trailer For STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS
by Stephi Wild - 2023-06-22 10:35:29
VIDEO: Watch Bernadette Peters, Judi Dench, and More in SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Concert Trailer
by Blair Ingenthron - 2022-12-24 09:34:34
Video: First Look at All New 'Skating' Clip From Matthew Bourne's NUTCRACKER!
by Stephi Wild - 2022-10-19 05:59:25
Video: Andrew Lloyd Webber and Jim Steinman's WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND Returns at The Watermill Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-07-15 16:11:35
VIDEO: Watch Highlights from OLD FRIENDS, Celebrating Stephen Sondheim!
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-05-04 09:16:27
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Starring Michael Ball, Hannah Waddingham, Judi Dench & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-04-27 12:13:54
Photos & Video: Go Inside SWAN LAKE, to be Presented as Part of MATTHEW BOURNE'S NEW ADVENTURES FESTIVAL!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2021-03-05 13:09:43
Living Room Concerts: Layton Williams Sings 'Out Of The Darkness' From EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - 2020-04-16 03:16:00
VIDEO: Inside New Adventures and Center Theatre Group's 'In Our Shoes' Program
by Stephi Wild - 2020-02-08 09:14:52
News
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2025 - Where to Watch PERCY JACKSON, New KNIVES OUT & More
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, find out what to stream this December, including the new season of Percy Jackson & the Olympians, the third Knives Out movie, Noah Baumbach's Jay Kelly, Season 5 of Emily and Paris, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, find out what to stream this December, including the new season of Percy Jackson & the Olympians, the third Knives Out movie, Noah Baumbach's Jay Kelly, Season 5 of Emily and Paris, and more.
MISS SAIGON, BLOOD BROTHERS, CATS, and More Set For 2026 at Birmingham Hippodrome
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2025
Birmingham Hippodrome has announced a line-up of new productions on sale for 2026. New shows include Miss Saigon, Matthew Bourne’s The Car Man, Sylvia, Cats and Blood Brothers.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2025
Birmingham Hippodrome has announced a line-up of new productions on sale for 2026. New shows include Miss Saigon, Matthew Bourne’s The Car Man, Sylvia, Cats and Blood Brothers.
Video: THE RED SHOES UK Tour Trailer
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2025
An all new trailer has been released for the upcoming production of The Red Shoes. Check out the video and learn more about the touring production here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2025
An all new trailer has been released for the upcoming production of The Red Shoes. Check out the video and learn more about the touring production here!
Matthew Bourne's Dance Thriller THE CAR MAN Will Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2025
Matthew Bourne's award-winning dance thriller THE CAR MAN will return for a 2026 UK tour, opening at Curve, Leicester on 15 June 2026 before visiting a further 16 venues over 22 weeks.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2025
Matthew Bourne's award-winning dance thriller THE CAR MAN will return for a 2026 UK tour, opening at Curve, Leicester on 15 June 2026 before visiting a further 16 venues over 22 weeks.
£20,000 Raised For Work With Young People at Birmingham Hippodrome Gala Event
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2025
A recent gala evening at Birmingham Hippodrome has raised over £20,000 to support the Hippodrome's youth programmes. 165 guests attended the sell-out event on the opening night of Moulin Rouge! The Musical.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2025
A recent gala evening at Birmingham Hippodrome has raised over £20,000 to support the Hippodrome's youth programmes. 165 guests attended the sell-out event on the opening night of Moulin Rouge! The Musical.
PETER PAN Comes to Port Sunlight This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025
Family audiences are in for a swashbuckling adventure this Christmas when Peter Pan flies into Port Sunlight. The Dreamworld Entertainments pantomime comes to the Gladstone Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025
Family audiences are in for a swashbuckling adventure this Christmas when Peter Pan flies into Port Sunlight. The Dreamworld Entertainments pantomime comes to the Gladstone Theatre.
Layton Williams and George Blagden Join KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Cast
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2025
Layton Williams and George Blagden will join the cast of John Kander and Fred Ebb’s ground-breaking musical, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, as prisoners Molina and Valentin.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2025
Layton Williams and George Blagden will join the cast of John Kander and Fred Ebb’s ground-breaking musical, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, as prisoners Molina and Valentin.
Rambert School Partners With The Juilliard School and Studio Wayne McGregor in International Exchange
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025
Innovative dance training institution, Rambert School, has joined forces with New York based performing arts conservatoire, The Juilliard School, in a year-long collaboration.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025
Innovative dance training institution, Rambert School, has joined forces with New York based performing arts conservatoire, The Juilliard School, in a year-long collaboration.
THE NUTCRACKER NOIR Immersive Dining Experience By Secret Theatre Sets Cast
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2025
This Christmas, DesignScene and Secret Theatre will present The Nutcracker Noir – a brand-new immersive dining experience and modern reimagining of the classic Christmas tale that promises to be the festive dining show of the season.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2025
This Christmas, DesignScene and Secret Theatre will present The Nutcracker Noir – a brand-new immersive dining experience and modern reimagining of the classic Christmas tale that promises to be the festive dining show of the season.
THE HUNGER GAMES: ON STAGE Finds Full Company
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2025
The full company for the first-ever stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s internationally acclaimed book The Hunger Games and Lionsgate’s hit motion picture of the same name has been revealed.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2025
The full company for the first-ever stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s internationally acclaimed book The Hunger Games and Lionsgate’s hit motion picture of the same name has been revealed.
Fire Island Dance Festival Raises a Record $825,002 at 30th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2025
The 30th anniversary edition of Fire Island Dance Festival dazzled with world premieres and celebrated works - all part of a record-breaking weekend of artistry and impact.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2025
The 30th anniversary edition of Fire Island Dance Festival dazzled with world premieres and celebrated works - all part of a record-breaking weekend of artistry and impact.
MARY POPPINS And More Set for Milton Keynes Theatre Autumn 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2025
Milton Keynes Theatre has confirmed a packed Autumn 2025 season, following a year already marked by iconic musicals, hit plays, and top-tier comedy. The upcoming lineup features a diverse mix of theatre, dance, music, and family programming, continuing through the end of the year and into 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2025
Milton Keynes Theatre has confirmed a packed Autumn 2025 season, following a year already marked by iconic musicals, hit plays, and top-tier comedy. The upcoming lineup features a diverse mix of theatre, dance, music, and family programming, continuing through the end of the year and into 2026.
Review: MARY POPPINS, Birmingham Hippodrome
by Laura Lott - Jul 21, 2025
What did our critic think of MARY POPPINS at Birmingham Hippodrome?
by Laura Lott - Jul 21, 2025
What did our critic think of MARY POPPINS at Birmingham Hippodrome?
Aakash Odedra Appointed Sadler's Wells Associate Artist
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2025
Sadler's Wells has announced the appointment of Aakash Odedra as a Sadler's Wells Associate Artist. Odedra is an internationally renowned dancer and choreographer.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2025
Sadler's Wells has announced the appointment of Aakash Odedra as a Sadler's Wells Associate Artist. Odedra is an internationally renowned dancer and choreographer.
Full Cast and Tour Dates Set for Matthew Bourne's THE RED SHOES
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2025
New Adventures has announced the full cast and tour dates for Matthew Bourne’s double Olivier award-winning, smash hit production of THE RED SHOES as it returns for a 2025/26 tour.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2025
New Adventures has announced the full cast and tour dates for Matthew Bourne’s double Olivier award-winning, smash hit production of THE RED SHOES as it returns for a 2025/26 tour.
Video: Watch the Final SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Curtain Call
by Michael Major - Jun 30, 2025
Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends concluded its limited run at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Watch a video of the final performance of 'Side By Side,' followed by speeches from Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga.
by Michael Major - Jun 30, 2025
Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends concluded its limited run at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Watch a video of the final performance of 'Side By Side,' followed by speeches from Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga.
5 Broadway Shows Close This Weekend
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 28, 2025
Broadway says goodbye to five productions. Glengarry Glen Ross takes its final bow at the Palace Theatre following 23 previews and 104 regular performances; The Picture of Dorian Gray plays its final performance at the Music Box Theatre after 15 previews and 98 regular performances; and more.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 28, 2025
Broadway says goodbye to five productions. Glengarry Glen Ross takes its final bow at the Palace Theatre following 23 previews and 104 regular performances; The Picture of Dorian Gray plays its final performance at the Music Box Theatre after 15 previews and 98 regular performances; and more.
Lyn Paul Joins MARY POPPINS UK and Ireland Tour as Bird Woman
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2025
Lyn Paul will join the UK and Ireland tour of MARY POPPINS, as Bird Woman from Tuesday 18 November 2025. Lyn joins the company in Milton Keynes Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2025
Lyn Paul will join the UK and Ireland tour of MARY POPPINS, as Bird Woman from Tuesday 18 November 2025. Lyn joins the company in Milton Keynes Theatre.
Fire Island Dance Festival Adds World Premiere to 30th Anniversary Lineup
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2025
A poignant world premiere, a full-circle performance from the festival’s first year and celebrated works from acclaimed contemporary companies are among the newly announced additions to this year’s Fire Island Dance Festival lineup.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2025
A poignant world premiere, a full-circle performance from the festival’s first year and celebrated works from acclaimed contemporary companies are among the newly announced additions to this year’s Fire Island Dance Festival lineup.
STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025
Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends is now in its final two weeks on Broadway. Learn more about the production starring Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga, and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025
Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends is now in its final two weeks on Broadway. Learn more about the production starring Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga, and learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Matthew Bourne written?
Matthew Bourne has written 1 shows including Play Without Words (Creator).
What awards has Matthew Bourne been nominated for?
Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for The Red Shoes, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Oliver!, Outstanding Choreograph (Drama Desk Awards) for Edward Scissorhands, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mary Poppins, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mary Poppins, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mary Poppins, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Mary Poppins, Outstanding Choreograph (Drama Desk Awards) for Mary Poppins, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Mary Poppins, Best Director (Olivier Awards) for Play Without Words, Best Entertainment (Olivier Awards) for Play Without Words, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for Play Without Words, Best Theatre Choreographer (Olivier Awards) for My Fair Lady, Outstanding Achievement in Dance (Olivier Awards) for The Car Man, Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Swan Lake , Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Swan Lake , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Swan Lake and Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Swan Lake.
What awards has Matthew Bourne won?
Matthew Bourne has won numerous prestigious awards throughout his career. He received the Best Theatre Choreographer Olivier Award for The Red Shoes. He was honored with the Outstanding Director of a Musical and Best Theatre Choreographer at the Outer Critics Circle Awards and Olivier Awards, respectively, for Mary Poppins. For Play Without Words, he earned both Best Entertainment and Best Theatre Choreographer Olivier Awards. He also won the Best Theatre Choreographer Olivier Award for My Fair Lady. His work on Swan Lake garnered multiple accolades, including Outstanding Choreography and Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, as well as Best Choreography and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards.
Videos