Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl is a playwright, source material whose BroadwayWorld credits include Matilda The Musical.
Date of Birth: September 13, 1916
Date of Death: November 23, 1990 (74)
Birth Place: Llandaff, WALES
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Video: Tim Minchin and Dennis Kelly Give Speech at MATILDA THE MUSICAL 15th Anniversary Performance
by Stephi Wild - 2026-10-19 08:58:11
Video: Michael Ball Performs 'Pure Imagination' Ahead of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Stephi Wild - 2026-09-29 05:26:42
Video: Preview of THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE THE MUSICAL at King's Theatre
by Michael Major - 2026-07-09 12:55:43
Video: WONKA'S THE GOLDEN TICKET Teaser Offers First Look at Competition Series
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-30 12:26:27
Video: John Lithgow Reacts to Tony Win- 'It Feels Like a Real Pinnacle'
by Talking Tonys - 2026-06-07 21:30:08
THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE Musical Trailer Released Ahead of Lyric Hammersmith Theatre Run
by Robert Diamond - 2026-06-07 12:08:16
Video: John Lithgow Is Happy to Be the Old Man of Broadway- 'I Love the Job!'
by Luka Vonier - 2026-05-25 12:00:20
Video: John Lithgow Talks Roald Dahl and Bringing GIANT to Broadway
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-10 10:44:37
News
Photos: THE SNOWMAN is Now Playing at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2026
Birmingham Rep has released new production photos from its brand-new production of the Christmas classic, The Snowman, which began performances at The Rep this week. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2026
Birmingham Rep has released new production photos from its brand-new production of the Christmas classic, The Snowman, which began performances at The Rep this week. Check out the photos here!
SISTER ACT Will Embark on UK and Ireland Tour in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2026
The Olivier-nominated West End production will launch a UK and Ireland tour at the New Wimbledon Theatre on September 11, 2027, with Craig Revel Horwood, Paul Chuckle, and Zoe Birkett in the cast.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2026
The Olivier-nominated West End production will launch a UK and Ireland tour at the New Wimbledon Theatre on September 11, 2027, with Craig Revel Horwood, Paul Chuckle, and Zoe Birkett in the cast.
Video: Tim Minchin and Dennis Kelly Give Speech at MATILDA THE MUSICAL 15th Anniversary Performance
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2026
Tim Minchin and Dennis Kelly delivered a speech opening a 15th anniversary performance of Matilda The Musical in London's West End, where the production continues at the Cambridge Theatre. Watch the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2026
Tim Minchin and Dennis Kelly delivered a speech opening a 15th anniversary performance of Matilda The Musical in London's West End, where the production continues at the Cambridge Theatre. Watch the video here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 16, 2026- MEMOIRS OF AMOROUS GENTLEMEN Opens Off-Broadway and More
by - Oct 16, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 16, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 16, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
GIANT Licensing Rights Acquired by Concord Theatricals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2026
Concord Theatricals has secured exclusive North American English language stage licensing rights to Mark Rosenblatt's GIANT through its Samuel French imprint, enabling new productions of the Tony-nominated play about author Roald Dahl.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2026
Concord Theatricals has secured exclusive North American English language stage licensing rights to Mark Rosenblatt's GIANT through its Samuel French imprint, enabling new productions of the Tony-nominated play about author Roald Dahl.
WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY 55th Anniversary Celebration at Library of Congress
by Rachel Stone - Oct 14, 2026
The Library of Congress will host a commemorative evening for the 1971 film featuring original cast members, a panel discussion, live musical performance, and rare archival materials from the institution's collections.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 14, 2026
The Library of Congress will host a commemorative evening for the 1971 film featuring original cast members, a panel discussion, live musical performance, and rare archival materials from the institution's collections.
Interview: Jolee Morris in MATILDA THE MUSICAL at The Growing Stage
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 7, 2026
The Growing Stage – The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, will kick off its 45th Main Stage Season with Roald Dahl’s MATILDA THE MUSICAL.
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 7, 2026
The Growing Stage – The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey, located in the Historic Palace Theatre on Route 183 in Netcong, will kick off its 45th Main Stage Season with Roald Dahl’s MATILDA THE MUSICAL.
MATILDA The Musical to Return to Theatre South Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2026
Theatre South Playhouse will present a fresh production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL, based on Roald Dahl's classic children's book about an extraordinary girl who challenges those around her.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2026
Theatre South Playhouse will present a fresh production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL, based on Roald Dahl's classic children's book about an extraordinary girl who challenges those around her.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Open at The Growing Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2026
The Growing Stage kicks off its 45th season with Roald Dahl's MATILDA THE MUSICAL at the Historic Palace Theatre in Netcong, New Jersey, featuring 20 young performers alongside professional artists.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2026
The Growing Stage kicks off its 45th season with Roald Dahl's MATILDA THE MUSICAL at the Historic Palace Theatre in Netcong, New Jersey, featuring 20 young performers alongside professional artists.
Video: Michael Ball Performs 'Pure Imagination' Ahead of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026
An all new music video has been released featuring Michael Ball OBE performing 'Pure Imagination', from CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY. Ball will star as Willy Wonka for the limited run at the London Coliseum in 2027. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2026
An all new music video has been released featuring Michael Ball OBE performing 'Pure Imagination', from CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY. Ball will star as Willy Wonka for the limited run at the London Coliseum in 2027. Check out the video here!
Wharton Arts to Launch 2026–27 Season Under New Leadership
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2026
Wharton Arts begins its fall and winter season under new President & CEO Carol Chickering Burden, featuring the New Jersey Youth Chorus' 35th anniversary, free concerts across New Jersey, and performances including ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA THE MUSICAL JR.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2026
Wharton Arts begins its fall and winter season under new President & CEO Carol Chickering Burden, featuring the New Jersey Youth Chorus' 35th anniversary, free concerts across New Jersey, and performances including ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA THE MUSICAL JR.
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL by Capital Theatre Trust And G&T Productions
by Neil Brewer - Sep 23, 2026
A musical delight the whole family will enjoy
by Neil Brewer - Sep 23, 2026
A musical delight the whole family will enjoy
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Cast Announced for Salisbury Playhouse
by Rachel Stone - Sep 21, 2026
Wiltshire Creative announced the full cast for its 2026/2027 pantomime BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, opening at Salisbury Playhouse on 2 December with previews from 28 November, running through 10 January 2027. The production stars Saffi Needham as Belle and Tommy Fouweather as the Beast.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 21, 2026
Wiltshire Creative announced the full cast for its 2026/2027 pantomime BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, opening at Salisbury Playhouse on 2 December with previews from 28 November, running through 10 January 2027. The production stars Saffi Needham as Belle and Tommy Fouweather as the Beast.
Rose Theatre Adds Eight New Trustees to Board
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2026
Rose Theatre announced eight new industry leaders to its board, including executives from Netflix's Roald Dahl Story Company, Live Nation Entertainment, and financial services firms, as the Kingston upon Thames venue marks eighteen years.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2026
Rose Theatre announced eight new industry leaders to its board, including executives from Netflix's Roald Dahl Story Company, Live Nation Entertainment, and financial services firms, as the Kingston upon Thames venue marks eighteen years.
JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH to Savannah Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2026
Savannah Stage Company will continue its 2026 Season of Liberation with a theatrical adaptation of Roald Dahl's beloved classic, James and the Giant Peach.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2026
Savannah Stage Company will continue its 2026 Season of Liberation with a theatrical adaptation of Roald Dahl's beloved classic, James and the Giant Peach.
Video: Michael Ball Performs 'Pure Imagination' Ahead of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Run
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2026
Michael Ball has shared a video of himself performing the song 'Pure Imagination' from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, ahead of his run as Willy Wonka next year. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2026
Michael Ball has shared a video of himself performing the song 'Pure Imagination' from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, ahead of his run as Willy Wonka next year. Check out the video here!
Michael Ball Will Star as 'Willy Wonka' in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at London Coliseum
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026
Michael Ball will star as Willy Wonka in a new production of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at the London Coliseum, directed by Nikolai Foster for a limited engagement.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026
Michael Ball will star as Willy Wonka in a new production of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at the London Coliseum, directed by Nikolai Foster for a limited engagement.
Cast Set For THE SNOWMAN at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026
Birmingham Rep has announced the full cast for its new stage production of THE SNOWMAN, ahead of a run at the Peacock Theatre following its world premiere in Birmingham.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026
Birmingham Rep has announced the full cast for its new stage production of THE SNOWMAN, ahead of a run at the Peacock Theatre following its world premiere in Birmingham.
Cast Set For THE SNOWMAN at The Peacock Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026
Birmingham Repertory Theatre and Sadler's Wells announced the full cast for a new stage production of THE SNOWMAN, directed and choreographed by Will Tuckett, ahead of its run at the Peacock Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026
Birmingham Repertory Theatre and Sadler's Wells announced the full cast for a new stage production of THE SNOWMAN, directed and choreographed by Will Tuckett, ahead of its run at the Peacock Theatre.
Music Theatre of Idaho to Sell Individual Tickets for 2027 Season
by Rachel Stone - Aug 27, 2026
Individual tickets for the Music Theatre of Idaho's 2027 season are on sale, featuring FINDING NEMO, MATILDA, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, LES MISÉRABLES, COME FROM AWAY and more.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 27, 2026
Individual tickets for the Music Theatre of Idaho's 2027 season are on sale, featuring FINDING NEMO, MATILDA, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, LES MISÉRABLES, COME FROM AWAY and more.
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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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