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Run Time:
2 hours and 40 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 6+
Opened: April 11, 2013
Closing: January 01, 2017

Matilda the Musical - 2013 - Broadway History , Info & More

"Welcome to the deliriously amusing, malevolent, heartwarming, head-spinning world of Matilda The Musical. You won't want to leave." - Bloomberg News

The Tony Award-winning Matilda The Musical is the story of an extraordinary girl who dreams of a better life. Armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, Matilda dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Rolling Stone calls the show "hands down the best musical of the season." Based on the beloved novel by Roald Dahl, Matilda has won 47 international awards, and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages on Broadway and in London's West End. The Wall Street Journal says, "The makers of Matilda have done the impossible - triumphantly! It is smart, sweet, zany and stupendous fun."

"Once in a blue moon, a show comes out blazing and restores your faith in Broadway. Matilda The Musical is that show." - New York Post

"Matilda is the best musical since the Lion King!" - Time Magazine

"The best family musical in years." Chicago Tribune

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Exclusive Photo Coverage: MATILDA's Leading Ladies Record for Carols For A Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - November 8, 2013


Stars and casts from the current Broadway line-up have been busy in the studio, recording for the 2013 Broadway's Carols for a Cure, Volume 15. Singing traditional and original holiday songs, this annual holiday music CD benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA), one of the nation's leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organizations. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you exclusive photos from Matilda's recording session for 'Bring a Little Joy Into the World' with castmembers Betsy Struxness, Bailey Ryon, Beatrice Tulchin, Milly Shapiro, Clay Thomson, Colin Isreal, Ryan Steele, Heather Tepe, Lesli Margherita and Thayne Jasperson.

Craig Bierko Joins Cast of MATILDA Tonight as 'Miss Trunchbull'
by Nicole Rosky - September 17, 2013


Craig Bierko will begin performances tonight in the role of Miss Trunchbull in MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Broadway's Shubert Theatre. Bierko was originally scheduled to begin on September 3, but a minor injury caused a delay. Since Tony nominee Bertie Carvel departed on September 1, the role was played by Chris Hoch.

BWW TV Exclusive: A Day in the Life of MATILDA'S Lauren Ward!
by Nicole Rosky - August 29, 2013


In the video below, MATILDA's Lauren Ward, who plays 'Miss Honey' in the new musical, spends a day in her New York City neighborhood as she meets friends for breakfast, goes shopping for birthday presents and more. Spend a day with Ward by clicking below!

Photo Coverage: In the Recording Studio with the Cast of Broadway's MATILDA!
by BWW Staff - August 19, 2013


The producers of the Tony Award-winning Matilda The Musical announced last week that the original Broadway cast recording will be produced by Michael Croiter and Christopher Nightingale for Broadway Records/Yellow Sound Label and will be released digitally and be available at the Shubert Theatre beginning Friday, September 27, 2013. The CD will be available in stores on Tuesday, October 22, 2013. The album can be pre-ordered at www.BroadwayRecords.com. Amazon.com pre-order coming very soon. The cast was in the recording studio earlier today and you can check out photos from the special day below!

MATILDA Heading Down Under in 2015?
by Nicole Rosky - July 24, 2013


The Tony Award-winning Broadway hit MATILDA THE MUSICAL recently celebrated its 100th performance at the Shubert Theatre, and according to the Sydney Telegraph's Jo Litson, the show will continue to thrive, opening in Australia in 2015.

MATILDA Posts First 'Naughty' Instagram Video!
by Nicole Rosky - June 21, 2013


Soon after Instagram Video launched yesterday, Broadway jumped on the bandwagon, with many shows uploading their very first videos. MATILDA posted its own promo video, featuring the pint-sized title character's anthem- 'Naughty'. Watch it HERE!

AUDIO: MATILDA's Tim Minchin Stops by Studio 360
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2013


Tim Minchin, composer and lyricist of the Broadway hit, MATILDA THE MUSICAL was a guest on STUDIO 360 this weekend. Listen as he plays songs from the hit including 'When I Grow Up,' 'Quiet' and 'The School Song' and speaks with host Kurt Andersen about his music and lyrics for the show. Click below!

Photo Coverage: MATILDA Cast Celebrates Tony Wins at After Party!
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - June 10, 2013


The cast and creative team of Matilda continued celebrating their four Tony wins last night after the ceremony at Radio City Music Hall and BroadwayWorld brings you photos from inside the exclusive party below!

BWW TV Exclusive: Talking to the 2013 Tony Winners - Rob Howell
by Robert Diamond - June 16, 2013


BroadwayWorld.com's Richie Ridge sat with all of the 2013 Tony Winners right after they came off stage from their big wins. The winners were filled with joy, memories and excitement and we've got it ALL! Here's Rob Howell who won the 2013 Tony Award for Best Scenic Design of a Musical for MATILDA THE MUSICAL.

BWW TV Exclusive: Talking to the 2013 Tony Winners - Gabriel Ebert
by Robert Diamond - June 16, 2013


BroadwayWorld.com's Richie Ridge sat with all of the 2013 Tony Winners right after they came off stage from their big wins. The winners were filled with joy, memories and excitement and we've got it ALL! Here's Gabriel Ebert, who won the 2013 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical for his portrayal of Mr. Wormwood in MATILDA THE MUSICAL.

BWW TV Exclusive: Talking to the 2013 Tony Winners - Dennis Kelly
by Robert Diamond - June 15, 2013


BroadwayWorld.com's Richie Ridge sat with all of the 2013 Tony Winners right after they came off stage from their big wins. The winners were filled with joy, memories and excitement and we've got it ALL! Here's Dennis Kelly, who won the 2013 Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical for MATILDA.

MATILDA's Tim Minchin to Appear on Studio 360 This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - June 7, 2013


Tim Minchin, the Tony Award nominated composer of Matilda The Musical will be a guest on STUDIO 360 this weekend. Listen as he plays select songs from the hit and speaks with host Kurt Andersen about his music and lyrics for the show, which has received 12 Tony Award nominations including one for Best Musical.

In the Spotlight Series: The Matildas!
by Walter McBride - June 7, 2013


Nominations in 26 competitive categories for the American Theatre Wing's 67th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were announced in April by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Sutton Foster. Check out the full list of Tony nods here, and below you can check out photos of special award winners Oona Laurence, Bailey Ryon, Sophia Gennusa, Milly Shapiro in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride below!

BWW TV Exclusive: Sing Along to MATILDA's 'Revolting Children'!
by BroadwayWorld TV - June 3, 2013


Winner of a record-breaking seven Olivier Awards including Best Musical, Matilda The Musical is more than a show, it's a phenomenon. Based on the beloved novel by best-selling author Roald Dahl (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Fantastic Mr. Fox), Matilda The Musical is the story of an extraordinary girl who dreams of a better life. Armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, Matilda dares to take a stand and change her destiny. Watch the video below and listen to the cast of MATILDA perform 'Revolting Children'!

Tim Minchin Reveals Plans for MATILDA US Tour, Film?
by BWW News Desk - June 1, 2013


In a radio interview with Australia's 96FM, Tim Minchin discussed MATILDA's future plans beyond Broadway, mentioning a US tour and a film!

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 Tony Awards has Matilda the Musical been nominated for?
Matilda the Musical has been nominated for several Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Dennis Kelly, Best Choreography for Peter Darling, Best Costume Design of a Musical for Rob Howell, Best Direction of a Musical for Matthew Warchus, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Hugh Vanstone, Best Orchestrations for Chris Nightingale, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Tim Minchin, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Rob Howell, and Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre for Sophia Gennusa, Oona Laurence, Bailey Ryon, and Milly Shapiro.
What Tony Awards has Matilda the Musical won?
Matilda the Musical has won the following Tony Awards: Best Book of a Musical for Dennis Kelly, Best Choreography for Peter Darling, Best Costume Design of a Musical for Rob Howell, Best Direction of a Musical for Matthew Warchus, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Hugh Vanstone, Best Orchestrations for Chris Nightingale, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Tim Minchin, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Rob Howell, and Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre for Sophia Gennusa, Oona Laurence, Bailey Ryon, and Milly Shapiro.
What awards has Matilda the Musical been nominated for?
Matilda the Musical has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Dennis Kelly, Outstanding Choreography for Peter Darling, Outstanding Director of a Musical for Matthew Warchus, Outstanding Lyrics for Tim Minchin, Outstanding Musical, and Outstanding Set Design for Rob Howell. The show also received nominations for Distinguished Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Outstanding Choreographer for Peter Darling, Outstanding New Broadway Musical, and Outstanding Set Design for Rob Howell at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, Bertie Carvel received the Theatre World Award at the Theatre World Awards for their performance in the show.
What awards has Matilda the Musical won?
Matilda the Musical has won several prestigious awards, including Outstanding Book of a Musical, Outstanding Choreography, Outstanding Director of a Musical, Outstanding Lyrics, Outstanding Musical, and Outstanding Set Design at the Drama Desk Awards. The production also received the Distinguished Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical award at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and Outstanding Choreographer, Outstanding New Broadway Musical, and Outstanding Set Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, Bertie Carvel was honored with a Theatre World Award.
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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