Matilda the Musical 2021 - Articles Page 2.6

Run Time:
2 hours 40 minutes
Ages: 6+
Opened: September 16, 2021
Closing: November 30, 2021

Matilda the Musical - 2021 - West End History , Info & More

Cambridge Theatre
(Covent Garden) Earlham Street London

Matilda The Musical is the multi award-winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl.



Matilda The Musical is the multi award-winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl.



With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda The Musical is the story of an extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.



Winner of 99 international awards, including 24 for Best Musical, Matilda continues to delight audiences of all ages.

Suitable for ages 6 and over.



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Matilda the Musical - 2021 - West End Articles Page 2.6

VIDEO: Find Out What the Matildas Would Do if They Were Prime Minister
by BWW News Desk - June 9, 2017


What would the four Matildas do if they were Prime Minister? See the hilarious girls get political in the video below!

Photo Flash: Fresh Maggots! First Look at the New Cast of MATILDA
by Nicole Rosky - May 9, 2017


The Royal Shakespeare Company's multi award-winning production of Matilda the Musical now stars Lilian Hardy, Emma Moore and Eva-Marie Saffrey joining Abbie Vena the title role of Matilda. Performances at the Cambridge Theatre are currently on sale until 17 December 2017.

The Royal Shakespeare Company Presents Fourth Relaxed Performance of MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2017


Following the sold-out success of the previous relaxed performances of Matilda The Musical, the Royal Shakespeare Company will present its fourth at the Cambridge Theatre on Sunday 11 June 2017.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Welcomes Three New Matildas
by BWW News Desk - March 2, 2017


The Royal Shakespeare Company's multi award-winning production of Matilda The Musical has announced that Lilian Hardy, Emma Moore and Eva-Marie Saffrey will join Abbie Vena the title role of Matilda from 14 March. Performances at the Cambridge Theatre are currently on sale until 17 December 2017.

West End's MATILDA Celebrates Fifth Birthday
by Marianka Swain - November 8, 2016


Last week, Matilda the Musical - that soaring celebration of storytelling - marked its fifth year in the West End. Appropriately enough, the show begins with a birthday party in the marvellously caustic "Miracle" (over 41,000 balloons have been used since the show opened at the Cambridge Theatre), and the audience was invited to join the party, treated to birthday cupcakes in the interval. No word on whether Bruce Bogtrotter made a play for them first…

The Miracle of MATILDA: Rewind to 2013 and Remember the Broadway Reviews!
by Nicole Rosky - November 12, 2016


As BroadwayWorld prepares to say goodbye to this beautiful production, we're rewinding to 2013 to take a look back at the show's remarkable reviews!

Photo Flash: Canadian Prime Minister and Family Attend MATILDA, THE MUSICAL
by Ashlee Latimer - October 9, 2016


On Saturday, October 8, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and family attended a performance of MATILDA, THE MUSICAL, at Toronto's Ed Mirvish Theatre.

STAGE TUBE: MATILDA's Zaris-Angel Hator Sings 'Naughty' at West End Live
by Louisa Brady - June 18, 2016


This weekend, the casts of more than 30 West End shows perform for free in Trafalgar Square! WEST END LIVE 2016 takes place today, 18 June (11am-6pm) and tomorrow, 19 June (12pm-6pm). One of today's performances featured one of MATILDA's Zaris-Angel Hator, singing 'Naughty.' Check out her revolting performance below!

TV: MATILDA Fans Unite for a 'Revolting Children' Lip Sync Video!
by Nicole Rosky - March 2, 2016


Matilda The Musical is eligible for the Magic Radio Audience Award at the 2016 Olivier Awards. To encourage the public to vote - fans have dug out their inner Matilda to help create the Lip Sync trailer below!

West End's MATILDA to Offer Third Relaxed Performance in June
by Tyler Peterson - February 8, 2016


Following the sold-out success of the first two relaxed performances of Matilda The Musical in 2014 and 2015, the Royal Shakespeare Company will present a third relaxed performance at the Cambridge Theatre on Sunday 12th June at 3pm. This will be the seventh performance that the Royal Shakespeare Company has staged to date. The National Autistic Society and Mousetrap Theatre Projects will again work closely with the RSC, offering full access to the theatre for people with autism and learning disabilities.

West End's MATILDA Will Welcome New Children to Cast
by Tyler Peterson - January 26, 2016


Now in its fifth year in London's West End, the Royal Shakespeare Company's award-winning production of Matilda The Musical has announced that Zaris-Angel Hator, Clara Read and Emily-May Stephenson are to join Evie Hone in the title role from 15 March 2016.

Michael Begley, Miria Parvin and Rebecca Thornhill Join West End's MATILDA
by Christina Mancuso - July 20, 2015


Evie Hone and Lizzie Wells will join Anna-Louise Knight and Lara McDonnell in the title role of the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical from Tuesday 15 September 2015. Joining the four actresses will be Michael Begley (Mr Wormwood), Miria Parvin (Miss Honey) and Rebecca Thornhill (Mrs Wormwood). Craige Els will continue in the role of Miss Trunchbull.

MATILDA Partners with Radisson Blu Edwardian, London for New Show Packages
by Tyler Peterson - July 3, 2015


In celebration of the new partnership between the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Matilda the Musical and Radisson Blu Edwardian, London, members of the cast of the award-winning musical were photographed today enjoying the new official Matilda the Musical Afternoon Tea.

TV: MATILDA's Leading Ladies Detail What They Would Do If Elected Prime Minister
by Tyler Peterson - May 6, 2015


As Britain prepares to go to the polls, Lara McDonnell, Anna-Louise Knight, Matilda Shapland and Violet Tucker discuss what they would do if they were Prime Minister. The four girls share the title role in the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical which is now booking through to 29 May 2016.

New Pic - Minchin and Warchus With The MATILDA Girls!
by Carrie Dunn - March 16, 2015


Anna-Louise Knight and Lara McDonnell will join Matilda Shapland and Violet Tucker in the title role of the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical from 17 March 2015.

MATILDA To Open Broadcast of BBC Children In Need!
by Carrie Dunn - November 13, 2013


The cast of the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical will kick off the annual BBC Children in Need 2013 Appeal Night broadcast on Friday 15th November from 7:30pm on BBC One. As previously announced, Sir Terry Wogan, Tess Daly, Fearne Cotton, Zoe Ball and Nick Grimshaw will play host to some of the biggest names in music, comedy and entertainment including One Direction, Doctor Who, Harry Hill, and cast of Call The Midwife.

Craig Bierko and Jill Paice Join Broadway's MATILDA Today
by BWW News Desk - September 3, 2013


The Tony Award winning Matilda the Musical welcomes today, September 3, Craig Bierko and Jill Paice to the company as Miss Trunchbull and Miss Honey, respectively. Bertie Carvel and Lauren Ward played their final performances in those roles on September 1.

Lisa Davina Phillip, James Clyde, Josh Wyatt & More to Join West End's MATILDA, Begin. 3 Sept.
by Tyler Peterson - August 1, 2013


From 3 September 2013, James Clyde will join the adult company in London as Mr Wormwood, Lisa Davina Phillip as Mrs Phelps and Joshua Wyatt as Michael Wormwood. As previously announced, they will join Olivier Award nominated Canadian actor Alex Gaumond in the role of Miss Trunchbull and Kay Murphy as Mrs Wormwood.

Breaking News: Craig Bierko and Jill Paice to Join MATILDA on September 3
by Robert Diamond - August 1, 2013


Producers of the Tony Award winning MATILDA THE MUSICAL announced today that Craig Bierko and Jill Paice will join the company as Miss Trunchbull and Miss Honey, respectively, on September 3. Bertie Carvel and Lauren Ward will play their final performances in those roles on September 1.

VIDEO: MATILDA Stars Perform 'Naughty' on LIVE
by Caryn Robbins - July 26, 2013


This morning on 'LIVE with Kelly and Michael,' the four young actresses who share the lead in Matilda the Musical performed 'Naughty' all together, for the first time in the United States. Check out the appearance below!

Photo Flash: MATILDA's Gabriel Ebert Visits Broadway Artists Alliance
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2013


Tony Award winner Gabriel Ebert visited students at Broadway Artists Alliance Alumni Session to share his journey from young actor to Tony Award Winner. Earlier this year, Ebert won the 2013 Tony Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of Mr. Wormwood in Matilda the Musical. Scroll down for photos from the event!

Liza Minnelli Attends West End MATILDA
by Pat Cerasaro - July 17, 2013


Broadway/Hollywood icon Liza Minnelli attended a performance of West End hit MATILDA this week and a picture of the EGOT-winning triple-threat legend with the cast of the multi-Olivier-winning musical onstage has appeared.

STAGE TUBE: West End's MATILDA Cast Celebrates 25 Years of Roald Dahl's Book!
by Nicole Rosky - June 28, 2013


In the video below, the West End cast of the Matilda The Musical takes part in the celebrations for the 25th anniversary of Roald Dahl's creation, Matilda, featuring Pass the Parcel and a surprise finale for the cast on stage. Puffin have published a large format colour edition of Matilda earlier this year to join the celebrations. Watch to the end to find out what happens!

Matilda the Musical FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Matilda the Musical have there been?
Matilda the Musical has had 4 productions including West End which opened in 2010, West End which opened in 2011, Broadway which opened in 2013 and West End which opened in 2021.
What awards has Matilda the Musical been nominated for?
Matilda the Musical has been nominated for several awards including Best Costume Design, Best Director, Best Lighting Design, Best New Musical, Best Performance In A Supporting Role In A Musical, Best Set Design, Best Sound Design, Best Theatre Choreographer, and Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical. These nominations were for the Olivier Awards and the Evening Standard Awards.
What awards has Matilda the Musical won?
Matilda the Musical has won several prestigious awards, including Best Costume Design for Rob Howell, Best Director for Matthew Warchus, Best Lighting Design for Hugh Vanstone, Best New Musical for Cambridge Theatre, Best Performance In A Supporting Role In A Musical for Paul Kaye, Best Set Design for Rob Howell, Best Sound Design for Simon Baker, Best Theatre Choreographer for Peter Darling, and the Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical from the Evening Standard Awards.
What are the songs in Matilda the Musical and what's the order?
Miracle (Part 1)
Miracle (Part 2)
Matilda (Part 3)
Naughty
School Song
Pathetic
The Hammer
Chokey Chant
Loud
This Little Girl
Bruce
All I Know
When I Grow Up
The Smell of Rebellion
Quiet
My House
Revolting Children
When I Grow Up/Naughty (Reprise)

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