Roald Dahl

Royal Shakespeare Theatre Unveils First Look At THE BFG 12-Foot Giant Puppet
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 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.

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!

THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE Brings Community To The Stage In Minnesota
by Gillian Blum - Nov 16, 2025

This month at the Children's Theatre in Minneapolis, the company continues to honor this tradition by bringing to life an adaptation of the globally famous author, Roald Dahl's, The Enormous Crocodile.

CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL PUPPET THEATER FESTIVAL Returns In January
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025

The 8th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival will bring more than 100 puppetry events to venues across Chicago in January 2026. The festival features artists from Europe, Asia, and the U.S..

Interview: Caleb Kohler of MATILDA at LionHeart Productions
by Brian Hilbrand - Nov 13, 2025

LionHeart Productions is presenting Roald Dahl's Matilda.   Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Matilda is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination, and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With a book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages worldwide. Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence, and psychokinetic powers. Her cruel parents dislike her but impress 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. Matilda's school life isn't completely smooth sailing, however – the school's mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves to punish those who don't abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils' saving grace! Broadway World Michigan sat down with Caleb Kohler, who plays Bruce, to get his thoughts on the show, cake, and more!

Interview: Luke Lewis of MATILDA at LionHeart Productions
by Brian Hilbrand - Nov 13, 2025

LionHeart Productions is presenting Roald Dahl's Matilda.   Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Matilda is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination, and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With a book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages worldwide. Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence, and psychokinetic powers. Her cruel parents unlove her but impress 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. Matilda's school life isn't completely smooth sailing, however – the school's mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves to punish those who don't abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils' saving grace! Broadway World Michigan sat down with Luke Lewis, who plays Miss Trunchbull, to get his thoughts on the show!

Pasadena Playhouse Expands 2026 Education Programs With 16 Community Classes and Two Summer Camps
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025

Pasadena Playhouse will expand its education slate in 2026 with 16 community classes and two summer camps for participants ages 5–105. Led by professional teaching artists—and joined this spring by Producing Artistic Director Danny Feldman.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Comes to Tacoma Little Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025

Tacoma Little Theatre invites audiences to spend the holidays with Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical, the story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.

Photos: INSIDE: New Albany Middle School Theatre’s WILLY WONKA JR
by Jerri Shafer - Nov 10, 2025

The delicious adventures of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl's fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film, in addition to a host of fun new songs, Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone's sweet tooth. Now in the updated Binder format!

Review: WILLY WONKA JR at Pulaski Academy High School in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 8, 2025

What did our critic think of WILLY WONKA JR at Pulaski Academy High School?

RISE To Hold Auditions For MATHILDA THE MUSICAL JR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025

Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty… RISE is presenting Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical JR., and they are holding auditions! The production is directed by Danielle Pennacchia and Jen Lade.

Stage Mag Spotlight: Grant Fine Arts Center's MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Michael Major - Nov 7, 2025

This week's Stage Mag Spotlight is on Grant Fine Arts Center's production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical. Find out how they customized their Stage Mag with special features now!

CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL PUPPET THEATER FESTIVAL Returns This January
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025

The 8th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival will return January 21–February 1, 2026, presenting more than 100 performances and events across dozens of Chicago venues.

Stage Mag Spotlight: The Coterie Theatre's CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Michael Major - Oct 31, 2025

This week's Stage Mag Spotlight is on The Coterie Theatre's production of Charlie & the Chocolate Factory. Check out their interactive Stage Mag now, including ads, BroadwayWorld news, social media, and more!

Photos: Roald Dahl’s THE BFG in Rehearsals
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025

All new photos have been released from rehearsal for the world stage premiere of The BFG. The show will open at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon for a 11-week run over the festive season.

Tilda Swinton Will Lead MAN TO MAN in London and New York
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2025

Academy Award winner Tilda Swinton will return to the stage for the first time in more than three decades, reprising her 1988 performance in Manfred Karge’s Man to Man in London, ahead of a run in New York.

Stage Guild Continues 40th Season With ACCUSED!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2025

Accused! – the third play in Patricia Milton's The Victorian Ladies Detective trilogy (which also included The Victorian Ladies Detective Collective and Escape from the Asylum) - will continue The Washington Stage Guild's 40th Season of Determination.

Little Lyric Unveils Shows For 2026 and New Ticket Scheme For Families
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has unveiled a number of Little Lyric shows for 2026, introducing families and young theatre goers to the magic of theatre. Learn more about the lineup here!

Full Cast and Tour Dates Set For Roald Dahl's THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE - THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025

The full cast for the funny family musical based on Roald Dahl's THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE will play at Lowry, Salford this Christmas and on a 2026 UK tour.