Peter Darling
Latest News on Peter Darling:
New Cast Set For MATILDA THE MUSICAL in the West End (Jul 17, 2024)
RSC's MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Welcome New Cast Members; Booking Extended (Mar 11, 2024)
Video: Watch the 2024 West End Trailer For MATILDA THE MUSICAL (Jan 23, 2024)
New Cast Set For MATILDA THE MUSICAL in the West End (Jul 17, 2024)
RSC's MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Welcome New Cast Members; Booking Extended (Mar 11, 2024)
Video: Watch the 2024 West End Trailer For MATILDA THE MUSICAL (Jan 23, 2024)
BIO
Peter Darling is an award-winning choreographer. His work for theatre in the UK includes Groundhog Day, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (West End), Billy Elliott (West End), Merrily We Roll Along (Donmar Warehouse), Candide and Oh! What a Lovely War (National Theatre), Sunset Boulevard (Really Useful Group), The Tempest (Royal Shakespeare Company) and Edward II, The Country Wife, As You Like It, and Twelfth Night, all for Michael Grandage. He choreographed Matilda The Musical, Our House and The Lord of the Rings for Matthew Warchus. His film work includes Billy Elliott and The Phantom of the Opera.
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2017 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Peter Darling, Groundhog Day
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Choreography
Peter DarlingGroundhog Day
Olivier Awards - 2014 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Peter DarlingCharlie And The Chocolate Factory
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Choreography
Peter Darling, Matilda the Musical
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Choreographer
Peter Darling, Matilda the Musical
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Choreography
Peter Darling, Matilda the Musical
winner
Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Peter Darling, Matilda The Musical
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2009 - Best Choreography
Peter Darling, Billy Elliot
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Choreography
Peter Darling, Billy Elliot the Musical
winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Choreography
Peter Darling, Billy Elliot, The Musical
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Choreography
Peter Darling, Billy Elliot
winner
Olivier Awards - 2006 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Peter Darling, Billy Elliot
Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Peter DarlingOur House
Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Peter Darling, Merrily We Roll Along
Olivier Awards - 2000 - Best Theatre Choreographer
Peter Darling, Candide
Videos
Video: New Footage From MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Now Extended Until 15 December 2024
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2023
VIDEO: The Cast of MATILDA Performs 'When I Grow Up' in Rehearsals; Booking Extension Announced
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 10, 2021
VIDEO: Meet the Child Stars of Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2021
Broadway Rewind: GROUNDHOG DAY Gets Ready for Broadway with Andy Karl & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 27, 2020
Lily-Mae Evans, Kitty Peterkin and Savannah Read Join MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2017
VIDEO: Find Out What the Matildas Would Do if They Were Prime Minister
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2017
Raise Your Voice and Cast Your Vote for the Theater Fans' Choice Awards!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 2, 2017
VIDEO: 30 Days of TONY, Day 9: BILLY ELLIOT Dances Away with the Tony Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2017
What Are You Waiting For? Cast Your Vote for the Theater Fans' Choice Awards!
by Nicole Rosky - May 30, 2017
COME FROM AWAY and MATILDA Receive 14 Dora Award Nominations - See All The Nominees!
by Alan Henry - May 30, 2017
There's No Day But Today! Cast Your Vote for the Theater Fans' Choice Awards!
by Nicole Rosky - May 25, 2017
News
New Cast Set For MATILDA THE MUSICAL in the West End
A new cast has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical which is now in its 13th year in London and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre.
A new cast has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical which is now in its 13th year in London and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre.
RSC's MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Welcome New Cast Members; Booking Extended
The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Matilda The Musical is welcoming new cast members. See who is staring and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Matilda The Musical is welcoming new cast members. See who is staring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Watch the 2024 West End Trailer For MATILDA THE MUSICAL
Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical is now in its 12th year and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre. Watch an all new 2024 trailer for the musical in the video here!
Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical is now in its 12th year and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre. Watch an all new 2024 trailer for the musical in the video here!
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Will Embark on International Tour; Cast Revealed!
Matilda The Musical will begin an international tour in August at the Israeli Opera House, Tel Aviv. The tour will then transfer to Dubai before continuing with further dates in Asia.
Matilda The Musical will begin an international tour in August at the Israeli Opera House, Tel Aviv. The tour will then transfer to Dubai before continuing with further dates in Asia.
New Matildas Join MATILDA THE MUSICAL in the West End
Casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical which is now in its 12th year and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre.
Casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical which is now in its 12th year and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre.
Video: New Footage From MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Now Extended Until 15 December 2024
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced that the multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical is booking through to 15 December, 2024 with tickets for the new dates now on sale! Plus watch all new footage from the production.
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced that the multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical is booking through to 15 December, 2024 with tickets for the new dates now on sale! Plus watch all new footage from the production.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Announces West End Extension; See New Footage From the Show!
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced that the multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical is booking through to 15 December, 2024 with tickets for the new dates now on sale at matildathemusical.com
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced that the multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical is booking through to 15 December, 2024 with tickets for the new dates now on sale at matildathemusical.com
Which Broadway Shows Have Received the Most Tony Nominations Ever?
While many stellar productions are poised to earn multiple nominations this season, it will take quite a few to stand up to the current record holders. Below, check out which Broadway shows hold the records for the most-Tony nominated productions of all time.
While many stellar productions are poised to earn multiple nominations this season, it will take quite a few to stand up to the current record holders. Below, check out which Broadway shows hold the records for the most-Tony nominated productions of all time.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Extends Booking Period at Cambridge Theatre
The Royal Shakespeare Company's multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical is now booking through to 26 May 2024 with tickets for the new dates now on sale.
The Royal Shakespeare Company's multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical is now booking through to 26 May 2024 with tickets for the new dates now on sale.
Interview: How Ellen Kane Made MATILDA Dance on the Big Screen
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Ellen Kane, the choreographer for the movie adaptation of Matilda the Musical on Netflix!
Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Ellen Kane, the choreographer for the movie adaptation of Matilda the Musical on Netflix!
Review Roundup: MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Premieres at the BFI London Film Festival
The new film adaption of Matilda the Musical premiered today at the BFI London Film Festival. Get the scoop on the film, which stars Emma Thompson, Lashana Lynch, Andrea Riseborough and Stephen Graham, plus new comer Alisha Weir as Matilda. Before the film comes to Netflix, read what critics thought of the highly-anticipated movie musical now!
The new film adaption of Matilda the Musical premiered today at the BFI London Film Festival. Get the scoop on the film, which stars Emma Thompson, Lashana Lynch, Andrea Riseborough and Stephen Graham, plus new comer Alisha Weir as Matilda. Before the film comes to Netflix, read what critics thought of the highly-anticipated movie musical now!
Photos: First Look at the New Cast Members of MATILDA THE MUSICAL
To celebrate the new cast beginning performances at the Cambridge Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company’s Matilda The Musical has released all new production photos.
To celebrate the new cast beginning performances at the Cambridge Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company’s Matilda The Musical has released all new production photos.
Review: MATILDA at Folketeateret
'Matilda - the musical' has wit, intelligence, heart and soul. To see this again in its Norwegian incarnation is, as the opening song says 'A miracle'. Many young stars were born yesterday at Folketeatret in Oslo.
'Matilda - the musical' has wit, intelligence, heart and soul. To see this again in its Norwegian incarnation is, as the opening song says 'A miracle'. Many young stars were born yesterday at Folketeatret in Oslo.
New Cast Announced For MATILDA THE MUSICAL
New casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical which is now in its 10th year and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre.
New casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical which is now in its 10th year and continues to play to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre.
Review: BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL, Leicester Curve
Six years after it closed in the West End, the first new staging of Billy Elliot The Musical has opened at the Leicester Curve, made possible by liaison with the original filmmakers. Though it is a bold departure in many ways from the beloved original production, its story endures and continues to resonate strongly with British theatregoers and theatremakers alike.
Six years after it closed in the West End, the first new staging of Billy Elliot The Musical has opened at the Leicester Curve, made possible by liaison with the original filmmakers. Though it is a bold departure in many ways from the beloved original production, its story endures and continues to resonate strongly with British theatregoers and theatremakers alike.
The Royal Shakespeare Company Enhances Educational Programme For MATILDA THE MUSICAL
The Royal Shakespeare Company has refreshed its education activity for Matilda The Musical to include a comprehensive planning guide for schools. The new guide, developed in close consultation with teachers, includes everything needed to plan, book and take a school trip to the Cambridge Theatre.
The Royal Shakespeare Company has refreshed its education activity for Matilda The Musical to include a comprehensive planning guide for schools. The new guide, developed in close consultation with teachers, includes everything needed to plan, book and take a school trip to the Cambridge Theatre.
Slow Burn Theatre Presents MATILDA THE MUSICAL
Slow Burn Theatre Company and the Broward Center for the Performing Arts invite audiences to the Tony and Olivier Award-winning Matilda: The Musical presented by American National Bank, Friday, March 25 through Sunday, April 10, 2022.
Slow Burn Theatre Company and the Broward Center for the Performing Arts invite audiences to the Tony and Olivier Award-winning Matilda: The Musical presented by American National Bank, Friday, March 25 through Sunday, April 10, 2022.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Extends Booking Period And Announces A Relaxed Performance and New Children's Cast
The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has confirmed an extension to the booking period to Sunday 28 May 2023 with tickets for the new dates now on sale.
The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has confirmed an extension to the booking period to Sunday 28 May 2023 with tickets for the new dates now on sale.
MATILDA Cancels Today's Performances Due to COVID-19
The West End production of Matilda has cancelled today's performances due to COVID-19.
The West End production of Matilda has cancelled today's performances due to COVID-19.
BWW Feature: KEES BOOT SPEELT JUF BULSTRONK IN INTERNATIONAAL BEKROONDE MATILDA DE MUSICAL!
Kees Boot: 'Roald Dahl is één van mijn favoriete schrijvers aller tijden met zijn donkere humor en scherpe pen. Bulstronk wordt sowieso een rol waarin ik mij helemaal kan uitleven op een manier zoals niemand mij ooit heeft gezien. Ik heb er enorm veel zin in!'
Kees Boot: 'Roald Dahl is één van mijn favoriete schrijvers aller tijden met zijn donkere humor en scherpe pen. Bulstronk wordt sowieso een rol waarin ik mij helemaal kan uitleven op een manier zoals niemand mij ooit heeft gezien. Ik heb er enorm veel zin in!'
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Peter Darling been in?
Peter Darling has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has Peter Darling been in?
Peter Darling has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Peter Darling's first West End show?
Peter Darling's first West End show was Fiddler on the Roof which opened in 1994
What awards has Peter Darling been nominated for?
Peter Darling has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Best Theatre Choreographer at the Olivier Awards for "Groundhog Day," "Charlie And The Chocolate Factory," "Matilda The Musical," "Billy Elliot," "Our House," "Merrily We Roll Along," and "Candide." He was also nominated for Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for "Groundhog Day," "Matilda The Musical," and "Billy Elliot, The Musical." Additionally, he received nominations for Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "Matilda the Musical" and "Billy Elliot," as well as Outstanding Choreographer at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Matilda the Musical" and "Billy Elliot the Musical." Darling also won the Best Choreography award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Billy Elliot."
What awards has Peter Darling won?
Peter Darling has won the following awards: Best Theatre Choreographer at the Olivier Awards for Matilda The Musical, Best Choreography at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Billy Elliot, Outstanding Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Billy Elliot the Musical, Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for Billy Elliot, The Musical, Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Billy Elliot, and Best Theatre Choreographer at the Olivier Awards for Billy Elliot.
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