Roald Dahl
Birth Place: Llandaff, WALES
Latest News on Roald Dahl:
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to Make Manila Premiere This July (Jan 7, 2026)
Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week 2026 to go on Sale This Week (Jan 5, 2026)
What's Coming to Broadway in 2026: Upcoming Hits and Star Performances (Jan 4, 2026)
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to Make Manila Premiere This July (Jan 7, 2026)
Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week 2026 to go on Sale This Week (Jan 5, 2026)
What's Coming to Broadway in 2026: Upcoming Hits and Star Performances (Jan 4, 2026)
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Video: Watch the First Trailer for Roald Dahl Adaptation THE TWITS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-06 10:15:33
Video: 20th Annual Shubert Foundation & Music Theatre International Broadway Junior Student Celebration
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-05-22 23:00:45
Video: Watch a Trailer for THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE at Open Air Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-05 13:24:06
Video: Get A First Look at JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH at Marriott Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-23 14:18:18
Video: First Look at All New Clips From THE WITCHES at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2024-01-11 13:34:57
Video: Joby Talbot & Neil Hannon Unwrap the Delicious New Music of WONKA
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2023-12-21 15:53:40
Video: Hear Timothée Chalamet Sing 'Pure Imagination' in New WONKA Preview
by Michael Major - 2023-11-13 17:23:40
Video: Watch Timothée Chalamet Sing and Rap in SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Monologue
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-12 10:13:30
Video: The Cast of THE WITCHES at the National Theatre Sing 'Get Up!'
by Stephi Wild - 2023-10-17 09:30:11
Video: Check Out All New Production Footage From THE BOOK THIEF
by Stephi Wild - 2023-10-13 05:26:53
Video: Watch a New WONKA Movie Musical Trailer Featuring Timothee Chalamet
by Michael Major - 2023-10-12 12:12:05
Photos/Video: First Look at Photos and a New Music Video From THE BOOK THIEF
by Stephi Wild - 2023-09-20 07:11:54
Video: Watch Timothée Chalamet in the WONKA Movie Musical Trailer
by Michael Major - 2023-07-11 12:04:33
Video: Watch Highlights from the 18th Annual Broadway Junior Student Celebration
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-06-28 12:03:59
Video: Get a First Look at CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Tuacahn Amphitheatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-06-06 15:20:07
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Singalong Now In Theaters - Watch a Clip!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-01-06 17:24:57
VIDEO: Watch Every MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Song, Including 'When I Grow Up,' 'Still Holding My Hand,' & More
by Michael Major - 2023-01-03 09:52:04
News
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to Make Manila Premiere This July
by Oliver Oliveros - Jan 7, 2026
The gates to the world's most famous chocolate factory are finally opening in Manila!
by Oliver Oliveros - Jan 7, 2026
The gates to the world's most famous chocolate factory are finally opening in Manila!
Tickets for Chicago Theatre Week 2026 to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026
Chicago Theatre Week, an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets. Chicago Theatre Week 2026 will take place February 5-15, 2026. Find out how to get tickets here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026
Chicago Theatre Week, an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets. Chicago Theatre Week 2026 will take place February 5-15, 2026. Find out how to get tickets here.
What's Coming to Broadway in 2026: Upcoming Hits and Star Performances
by Sidney Paterra - Jan 4, 2026
Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in 2026 including plays, musicals, revivals, new shows and of course - stars! Be sure to check back for updates. We have all of the details!
by Sidney Paterra - Jan 4, 2026
Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in 2026 including plays, musicals, revivals, new shows and of course - stars! Be sure to check back for updates. We have all of the details!
Jaime Camil to Play Miss Trunchbull in MATILDA The Musical in Mexico City
by Joshua Wright - Dec 23, 2025
Mexican stage and screen actor Jaime Camil will star as Miss Trunchbull in MATILDA The Musical, opening March 13 at Centro Cultural Teatro 1 in Mexico City.
by Joshua Wright - Dec 23, 2025
Mexican stage and screen actor Jaime Camil will star as Miss Trunchbull in MATILDA The Musical, opening March 13 at Centro Cultural Teatro 1 in Mexico City.
Photos: Roald Dahl's THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2025
The Roald Dahl Story Company has revealed the full cast for the wickedly funny family musical based on Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile. See photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2025
The Roald Dahl Story Company has revealed the full cast for the wickedly funny family musical based on Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile. See photos here!
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Goodman Theatre and More to Take Part in Chicago Theatre Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2025
Chicago Theatre Week, an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets, will take place this winter.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2025
Chicago Theatre Week, an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets, will take place this winter.
Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival Returns in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2025
The 8th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival is fast approaching, so get set for 12 straight days of incredible stories told by puppet artists and companies from around the world playing all over Chicago.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2025
The 8th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival is fast approaching, so get set for 12 straight days of incredible stories told by puppet artists and companies from around the world playing all over Chicago.
Review: THE BFG, Royal Shakespeare Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Dec 14, 2025
Co-Artistic Director of the RSC Daniel Evans brings to life one of Roald Dahl’s most darkly beloved children’s books in an utterly thrilling adaptation by Tom Wells.
by Cindy Marcolina - Dec 14, 2025
Co-Artistic Director of the RSC Daniel Evans brings to life one of Roald Dahl’s most darkly beloved children’s books in an utterly thrilling adaptation by Tom Wells.
Photos: First Look At MATILDA THE MUSICAL At Tacoma Little Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025
Tacoma Little Theatre will present ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICAL, offering a family production led by a youth cast with adult principals. Check out photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025
Tacoma Little Theatre will present ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICAL, offering a family production led by a youth cast with adult principals. Check out photos of the production.
Review Roundup: THE BFG at Royal Shakespeare Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2025
Royal Shakespeare Company is presenting The BFG, based on the novel by Roald Dahl and directed by RSC Co-Artistic Director, Daniel Evans. See what the critics are saying here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2025
Royal Shakespeare Company is presenting The BFG, based on the novel by Roald Dahl and directed by RSC Co-Artistic Director, Daniel Evans. See what the critics are saying here!
Photos: THE BFG Celebrates Opening Night at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025
The official opening of The BFG was recently held at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon. Check out photos from the opening celebrations here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025
The official opening of The BFG was recently held at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon. Check out photos from the opening celebrations here!
Review: MATILDA al TEATRO SISTINA
by Ettore Farrattini - Dec 9, 2025
Dopo due anni torna al Sistina il musical Matilda nella produzione curata da Massimo Romeo Piparo ma con alcuni essenziali cambiamenti nel cast.
by Ettore Farrattini - Dec 9, 2025
Dopo due anni torna al Sistina il musical Matilda nella produzione curata da Massimo Romeo Piparo ma con alcuni essenziali cambiamenti nel cast.
Photos: THE BFG is Now Playing at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
All new production photos have been released for The BFG, based on the novel by Roald Dahl and directed by RSC Co-Artistic Director, Daniel Evans. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
All new production photos have been released for The BFG, based on the novel by Roald Dahl and directed by RSC Co-Artistic Director, Daniel Evans. Check out the photos here!
How Do You Make a Crocodile Sing? An Interview With “Enormous Crocodile” Composer Ahmed Gallab
by Melissa Heckscher - Dec 1, 2025
BroadwayWorld talks with composer Ahmed Abdullahi Gallab about the music, puppets, and family fun behind Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile musical, playing at the Kirk Douglas Theatre through January 4.
by Melissa Heckscher - Dec 1, 2025
BroadwayWorld talks with composer Ahmed Abdullahi Gallab about the music, puppets, and family fun behind Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile musical, playing at the Kirk Douglas Theatre through January 4.
Royal Shakespeare Theatre Unveils First Look At THE BFG 12-Foot Giant Puppet
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company, Chichester Festival Theatre, and the Roald Dahl Story Company have released a first-look image of the BFG puppet ahead of the upcoming stage adaptation of THE BFG.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company, Chichester Festival Theatre, and the Roald Dahl Story Company have released a first-look image of the BFG puppet ahead of the upcoming stage adaptation of THE BFG.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Comes to The Belmont Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2025
The Belmont Theatre will present Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Musical Comedy-your golden ticket to holiday entertainment for the entire family! The show will run in December.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2025
The Belmont Theatre will present Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Musical Comedy-your golden ticket to holiday entertainment for the entire family! The show will run in December.
Roald Dahl's THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE Comes to the Kirk Douglas Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025
Center Theatre Group will present Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile for five weeks from December 5, 2025 to January 4, 2026 at the Kirk Douglas Theatre. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025
Center Theatre Group will present Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile for five weeks from December 5, 2025 to January 4, 2026 at the Kirk Douglas Theatre. Learn more about the show here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Roald Dahl written?
Roald Dahl has written 3 shows including The Honeys (Playwright), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Author), Matilda the Musical (Source Material).
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