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Matilda the Musical 2021 - Articles Page 5

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 5

Lucy-Mae Beacock, Hayley Canham, Chloe Hawthorn and Lara Wollington to Step in as Title Role in MATILDA in August
by Nicole Rosky - August 9, 2012


The Royal Shakespeare Company's world premiere production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical has captured the imagination of young and old alike and continues to play to packed houses at London's Cambridge Theatre.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Play Shubert Theatre! Previews Begin March, Opens April 2013
by Robert Diamond - July 19, 2012


The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and The Dodgers, the producers of MATILDA THE MUSICAL, announced today that the show will begin previews on March 4 2013 and open on Thursday April 11 at Broadway's Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street).

Breaking News: MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Open on Broadway Early 2013
by Robert Diamond - February 28, 2012


The Royal Shakespeare Company has just announced that it is currently planning for its production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical, to open in New York early 2013.

West End's MATILDA to Open on Broadway Spring 2013?
by Robert Diamond - February 15, 2012


The show transfered to London's West End and opened November 24 to tremendous critical acclaim. Today, Michael Riedel reports in the New York Post that the show is now aiming to open on Broadway in the Spring of 2013, produced by the RSC themselves and overseen by Andre Ptaszynski, who formerly ran Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Really Useful Group.

Rialto Chatter: Royal Shakespeare Company to Bring MATILDA to Broadway?
by Nicole Rosky - January 16, 2012


Following a sensational sell-out season at The Courtyard Theatre, the RSC's production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL transfered to London's West End and opened November 24 to tremendous critical acclaim, and according to Whatsonstage, plans will soon be made concerning bringing the new musical to Broadway. RSC artistic director Michael Boyd announced at a press conference last week that the Mailda team will travel to New York at the end of January to discuss future Broadway plans. Additionally the RSC will 'retain "absolute control" over the production.'

TV: First Look at West End's MATILDA!
by Jessica Lewis - December 5, 2011


Following a sensational sell-out season at The Courtyard Theatre, the RSC's production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL transfered to London's West End and opened November 24 to tremendous critical acclaim. A potential Broadway transfer already being discussed. Last week, we brought you the official production shots and today, we bring you a first look at MATILDA onstage in the just released video montage!

MATILDA Now Booking Through October 2012!
by Nicole Rosky - November 30, 2011


Following a triumphant opening at the Cambridge Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical has extended its booking period. Tickets are now on sale up to, and including, 21 October 2012. The new stage musical, which has captured the imagination of young and old alike, transferred to the West End on Tuesday 25 October 2011.

Photo Flash: West End's MATILDA - Official Production Shots!
by Jessica Lewis - November 28, 2011


Following a sensational sell-out season at The Courtyard Theatre, the RSC's production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL transfered to London's West End and opened last week to tremendous critical acclaim. A potential Broadway transfer already being discussed and below, BroadwayWorld is pleased to bring you a look at the official production photo coverage!

STAGE TUBE: MATILDA Makes its West End Debut! Broadway Next?
by Kelsey Denette - November 27, 2011


Following a sensational sell-out season at The Courtyard Theatre, the RSC's production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL transfered to London's West End and opened last week to RAVE reviews, with a potential Broadway transfer already being discussed.

Review Roundup: Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA
by Kelsey Denette - November 25, 2011


Matilda The Musical played to sold-out audiences at the RSC's The Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon for twelve weeks from November 2010 to January 2011. Roald Dahl's magical story about a girl with extraordinary powers has been a favourite novel for millions of people across the world since it was published in 1988.

BWW Interviews: MATILDA's Bertie Carvel
by Carrie Dunn - October 24, 2011


We talk to the actor about Roald Dahl, Parade, Bridget Jones and houseboats...

STAGE TUBE: Matthew Warchus, Tim Minchin, et al. on MALTILDA THE MUSICAL
by Nicole Rosky - September 26, 2011


The Royal Shakespeare Company's world premiere production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical will transfer to London's Cambridge Theatre, previewing from Tuesday 18 October. Bertie Carvel (Miss Trunchbull), Paul Kaye (Mr Wormwood) Josie Walker (Mrs Wormwood) and Lauren Ward (Miss Honey) will reprise their roles alongside Marc Antolin, Verity Bentham, Peter Howe, Michael Kent, Melanie La Barrie, Matthew Malthouse, Alastair Parker, Nick Searle and Emily Shaw who also appeared in the original production in Stratford. Click below to hear from the creative team on what to expect from the new show!

Bertie Carvel, Paul Kaye, et al. Set for Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Nicole Rosky - August 23, 2011


The Royal Shakespeare Company's world premiere production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical will transfer to London's Cambridge Theatre, previewing from Tuesday 18 October.

RIALTO CHATTER: Will MATILDA Hit Broadway in 2013?
by Rialto Chatter - August 5, 2011


Michael Riedel reports in the New York Post this morning that The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical, which is slated to transfer to London's Cambridge Theatre on October 18 of this year, is lined up for Broadway in 2013. Riedel explains that Matilda director Matthew Wachus is hoping to bring the show in then so that he can focus on moving his other West End property, Ghost, to Broadway next season.

STAGE TUBE: First Look at RSC's MATILDA!
by Nicole Rosky - May 23, 2011


The Royal Shakespeare Company's world premiere production of Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical will transfer to London's Cambridge Theatre on Tuesday 18 October. Check out a preview of the show below!

Matilda the Musical FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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)

Matilda the Musical History

Other Productions of Matilda the Musical

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2013   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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Matilda the Musical - 2021 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2012 Olivier Awards Best Actor In A Musical Bertie Carvel
2012 Olivier Awards Best Actress In A Musical Cleo Demetriou
2012 Olivier Awards Best Actress In A Musical Kerry Ingram
2012 Olivier Awards Best Actress In A Musical Sophia Kiely
2012 Olivier Awards Best Actress In A Musical Eleanor Worthington Cox
2012 Olivier Awards Best Costume Design Rob Howell
2012 Olivier Awards Best Director Matthew Warchus
2012 Olivier Awards Best Lighting Design Hugh Vanstone
2012 Olivier Awards Best New Musical Cambridge Theatre
2012 Olivier Awards Best Performance In A Supporting Role In A Musical Paul Kaye
2012 Olivier Awards Best Set Design Rob Howell
2012 Olivier Awards Best Sound Design Simon Baker
2012 Olivier Awards Best Theatre Choreographer Peter Darling
2011 Evening Standard Awards Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical 0

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