Dennis Kelly News

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!

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!

Experience an unforgettable evening with John Cusack at UNSCRIPTED, featuring a screening of High Fidelity and live conversation on December 14.

New production photography has been released as the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical enters its 15th year in London, making it the 10th longest running musical in West End history.

Casting has been announced for the upcoming tour of the Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of Matilda The Musical, which this year celebrates 15 years on stage

Full casting has been announced for Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts. Led by the previously announced Tom Chambers. Learn more about the UK tour here!

Griffin Theatre Company has released photos of the midwest premiere of Girls & Boys, written by Dennis Kelly and directed by Robin Witt, July 11 - August 16 at Bramble Arts Loft.

Matilda began as a beloved children’s book by Roald Dahl, published in 1988, and was later adapted into a charming film in 1996—which I absolutely adored. More recently, it received a vibrant new life as a stage musical, debuting in 2010 with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and a book by Dennis Kelly.

Casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical which enters its 15th year in London this Autumn.

New casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company’s West End production of Matilda The Musical as it prepares to mark a major milestone: its 15th year in London this autumn.

Following its run at Leeds Playhouse last summer, Melting Pot has announced that the stage adaptation of the Paranormal Activity films will haunt the West End this winter when it transfers to The Ambassadors Theatre for a 12-week season.

Derby Dinner Playhouse will present the Broadway Musical 'Matilda' this summer. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the summer production here!

The Players’ Ring Theatre has announced its 2025–2026 Mainstage season—a vibrant mix of classics, world premieres, and boundary-pushing contemporary plays.

Griffin Theatre Company will present the Midwest premiere of Girls & Boys, a solo play by Dennis Kelly, directed by Robin Witt. The production will run from July 11 through August 16 at Bramble Arts Loft, 5545 N. Clark St.

Griffin Theatre Company has announced the Midwest premiere of Girls & Boys, a one-woman play by acclaimed British playwright Dennis Kelly, directed by Robin Witt, running July 11 – August 16, 2025, at Bramble Arts Loft (5545 N Clark St, Chicago).

All new photos have been released from the Royal Shakespeare Company’s Matilda The Musical. The production is currently booking through to May 2026 at the Cambridge Theatre. Check out the photos here!

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts has announced An Evening with John Cusack and Screening of “Say Anything” on Friday, August 22, 2025 at 8PM.

Nottingham Playhouse has announced its new Autumn/Winter 2025/26 season. The new season includes the world premiere of a newly commissioned play, the UK regional premiere of a bitingly funny comedy and the return of a favourite literary adaptation.

La Margot Theatre Comany torna al Teatrosophia con una pièce cruda, spietata che ben illustra il disagio giovanile tra violenza e inadeguatezza. DNA, un testo di Dennys Kelly diretto da Valentina Cognatti ci presenta un gruppo di giovani annoiati, impauriti da un futuro insicuro e abbandonati da una società troppo occupata a dare un senso alla propria vita quotidiana.

Sometimes you’re unlucky enough to sit in a room and wonder why plays exist. Jab is an unfortunate example of this. Anne and Don have been married for nearly three decades and they despise each other. She would normally brush his sexist remarks and complacency under the rug, mostly ignoring him during the day as a busy NHS worker, but the nation’s entering the first lockdown. Isolating together, they’re forced to look at their issues.