Matilda The Musical
Easily the standout musical of the decade!
The Sunday Times
Why see Matilda The Musical?
Class Is In Session
Roald Dahl's much-loved classic of an extraordinary child with magical powers has been reigning supreme at the Cambridge Theatre since 2012 and now sets out on a brand new UK tour! Combining the talents of Tim Minchin and the Royal Shakespeare Company, this extraordinary show has won seven Olivier Awards and has captured the hearts of young and old theatergoers alike, making it one of the most sought-after musicals of the last decade.
What Is The Story?
Matilda, the central character, is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence for her young age - and not to mention, psychokinetic powers.
She's despised by her own hideously selfish parents, but finds a kindred spirit in her shy schoolteacher Miss Honey. Miss Honey also has demons to face - in the form of the outrageously callous headmistress Miss Trunchbull.
Over the course of her first term at school, both teacher and pupil have a profound effect on each other's lives, as they both try to foil the dastardly plans of Trunchbull, and Matilda's parents.
DID YOU KNOW?
Fans of the novel and the show may also be familiar with the 1996 film starring Mara Wilson and Pam Ferris, with real-life husband and wife duo Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman playing Mr and Mrs Wormwood!
Key Information
Audience
Matilda The Musical is recommended for a general audience, but the producers advise a minimum age of 6 years and upwards. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket.
Run Time
Two hours and 45 minutes with one interval
Dates
4 - 22 Mar 2026
Upcoming Performances
Creative
From the book by Roald Dahl
Adapted by Dennis Kelly
Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin
Directed by Matthew Warchus
Choreography by Peter Darling
Set & Costume Design by Rob Howell
Lighting by Hugh Vanstone
Sound by Simon Baker
Illusion by Paul Kieve
Awards
OLIVIER AWARDS 2012
- BEST NEW MUSICAL
- BEST ACTRESS for The four Matildas; Cleo Demetriou, Kerry Ingram, Sophia Kiely and Eleanor Worthington Cox
- BEST ACTOR for Bertie Carvel
- BEST DIRECTOR for Matthew Warchus
- BEST SET DESIGN by Rob Howell
- BEST SOUND DESIGN by Simon Baker
- BEST THEATRE CHOREOGRAPHER by Peter Darling
Reviews
Our review
Colourful, clever, unmissable
I'm afraid it's true, the kids are revolting - but don't be too alarmed, we mean 100% revolution and 0% revulsion. The school-aged portion of Matilda's cast are causing a revolution in musical theatre, singing and dancing their way to West End stardom...
Wendy Fynn
Customer reviews
29 reviews, average rating: (4.3 Stars)
Liam Congdon
Fantastic
Absolutely amazing performance from everyone this evening! Really blown away by everyone's incredible dedication to this amazing musical! This is the 8th time I've seen this show and I will be back again. You are all amazing and should be so proud of the work you achieve! Congratulations to everyone ... Read more
Anonymous
Matilda the Musical
I really enjoyed this show. The performers were fantastic, especially the lead actress. The songs were catchy and very entertaining. Cambridge Theatre is
a lovely venue, but I would recommend getting seats as close to the front as your budget allows. We were relatively far back and some of the dialogue
was quite difficult to hear. I think the people at the back would have seriously struggled to hear everything, even though those seats were selling for £25-
£30. Overall though, it was a great night out. ... Read more
Richard
Everything they say is true
Amazing show for kids and adults, if you haven't seen it make sure you do. ... Read more
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