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Matilda The Musical

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  • Booking until: Sunday, 24 May 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 Intermission.
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Matilda The Musical in London

Step into the whimsical world of Matilda The Musical in the West End! Based on Roald Dahl's beloved children's book, this award-winning production is a must-see for audiences of all ages. Book your tickets now for an enchanting theatrical experience filled with unforgettable music, captivating performances, and a heartwarming story of empowerment and resilience. Don't miss your chance to witness the magic of Matilda The Musical live on stage!

Why you should see Matilda The Musical

  • The musical has been delivering joy to London audiences for over 12 years.
  • Matilda the Musical features music from the comedian, musician and writer Tim Minchin. Songs like "Naughty" and "Revolting Children" will stick in your head after you've seen the show.
  • This show comes with universal appeal, there's genuinely something for all ages to enjoy.

What is Matilda The Musical about?

In this enduringly popular and wonderfully dark 1988 children’s story, Roald Dahl unfurls the classic tale of Matilda, a gifted child with terrible parents. Matilda’s mother is fascinated by ballroom dancing and ignores her daughter in the pursuit of her obsession. Her father is convinced that the books Matilda loves so much will cause Verrucas to grow on her soul. And the headmistress of Matilda’s horrid school is determined imprison as many children as she can. When Matilda finds she is the lucky owner of a very special ability, will there be a happy ending?

Matilda The Musical – Fantastic entertainment from the Royal Shakespeare Company

The combination of Dahl’s brave little heroine, a script by the Bafta nominated writer Dennis Kelly and hilarious words and music by off-the-wall Australian comedian Tim Minchin make this an absolute treat of a show. Directed by Matthew Warchus, who also directed Ghost and The Lord of the Rings, Matilda The Musical is rich in stage magic.

The production is designed by Rob Howell and choreographed by Peter Darling. Hugh Vanstone created the show’s extraordinarily atmospheric lighting. Christopher Nightingale supervised and orchestrated the music and Simon Bake the sound. Best of all, the stage magic has been created by the same consultant illusionist who put together the effects for Ghost the Musical, Paul Kieve.

Join Matilda on her magical journey as she discovers the power of her imagination and learns to stand up against adversity.

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Matilda The Musical Ticket Information

  • Booking until:

    Sunday, 24 May 2026

  • Running time:

    2hr 35min. Incl. 1 Intermission.

  • Age restrictions

    Ages 6+. No children under the age of 4 will be admitted and every customer must have their own ticket. Under 16s must be sat with an adult. To make sure everyone enjoys the show, little ones need to be able to sit in their own seat without any assistance.

  • Important Information

    This show contains loud sounds and flashing lights at certain points during the performance.

  • Cancellations & Refunds

    Once booked, tickets to Matilda The Musical are usually non exchangeable and non refundable as per our terms & conditions. In practice, however, we will do our best to accommodate your request as long as we are notified at least 48 hours before the performance. Please contact us for more information.

Next Performances for Matilda The Musical at the Cambridge Theatre

Thursday 26th Dec 2024 7:00pm from £54.00
Friday 27th Dec 2024 2:00pm from £80.00 7:00pm from £54.00
Saturday 28th Dec 2024 2:00pm from £65.00 7:00pm from £54.00
Sunday 29th Dec 2024 2:00pm from £65.00
Tuesday 31st Dec 2024 2:00pm from £55.00
Wednesday 1st Jan 2025 2:00pm from £54.00 7:00pm from £54.00

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Matilda The Musical reviews

4.7 out of 5 1203 reviews

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  • Recommended for:
  • Families (97%)
Latest customer reviews

All reviews are from customers who have been invited to leave a review just after seeing Matilda The Musical.

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A Fantastic show

D Reviewed on 22 December 2024 by
Ealing, United Kingdom

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Liked the energy but lost some of the dialogue.

S Reviewed on 12 December 2024 by
Croydon, United Kingdom

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Really fun

J Reviewed on 09 December 2024 by
Goudhurst, Kent, United Kingdom

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Fantastic show

Wonderful family show throughly entertaining and brilliantly acted out . My Grandaughter absolutely loved it

J Reviewed on 27 November 2024 by
Royston, United Kingdom

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Brilliant!

D Reviewed on 25 November 2024 by
Woodbridge, United Kingdom

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5 star the show was amazing! I will see it again.

We were sitting in the stalls so the sound was a bit loud for my daughter

A Reviewed on 25 November 2024 by
London, United Kingdom

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Fabulous production. The children are amazing. Really enjoyed watching this with my daughter.

J Reviewed on 18 November 2024 by
Sheffield, United Kingdom

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Sensational

P Reviewed on 16 November 2024 by
Stoke-on-trent, United Kingdom

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Maltilda.. Outstanding performace

The show is a must.. All deserve igh praise. However although we had good seats. The kids in front would not stay seated and blocked most of our view which was annoying.. However the health and safety bit where trunchball threw the kid and it landed was a dummy and a warning should of been given. Someigjts were flashing at times so not recommended for epilepsy sufferers. My son has many needs, autistic add partly sighted but he throughly enjoyed it. Thank you for such a lovely evening.

J Reviewed on 02 November 2024 by
London, United Kingdom

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Very talented performances

The stage, these KIDS!!! Are just amazing The songs, the funny caracters, all of it just great! We were on the dress circle middle 4th row, and we could see everyone The theater is not too big, so even my youngest child, could see it clearly

S Reviewed on 31 October 2024 by
Matosinhos, Portugal

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Splendid

Must see it. One of the best shows in London

F Reviewed on 29 October 2024 by
Porto, Portugal

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Not great for adults

M Reviewed on 26 October 2024 by
St George's, Bermuda

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Great cast

A fantastic show for the whole family to enjoy. Even those of us with no children in tow thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

R Reviewed on 23 October 2024 by
Falkirk, United Kingdom

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Loved this

Staging, lighting and performers all great. Fabulous energy. Really enjoyed this show

L Reviewed on 10 October 2024 by
Raynes Park, United Kingdom

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Creative

E Reviewed on 09 October 2024 by
Paralimni, United Kingdom

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Lovely show

D Reviewed on 04 October 2024 by
Berlin, Germany

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Tim Minchin's music was wonderfully eclectic.

R Reviewed on 03 October 2024 by
Mount Gambier, Australia

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A great show

A very enjoyable show with exceptional acting by the cast especially the younger ones. Well done

B Reviewed on 30 September 2024 by
Aveley, Australia

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Nice

It is a bit expensive otherwise the show was good

A Reviewed on 26 September 2024 by
London, United Kingdom

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Brilliant, a must see

M Reviewed on 21 September 2024 by
King's Lynn And West Norfolk, United Kingdom

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Terible

no way to waste your time

A Reviewed on 19 September 2024 by
Bucharest, Romania

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Wow!

C Reviewed on 15 September 2024 by
Doncaster, United Kingdom

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Mathilda

D Reviewed on 15 September 2024 by
St Ouen De Thouberville, United Kingdom

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Funny, great comedis.Fanrastic actior work

M Reviewed on 12 September 2024 by
Vantaa, Finland

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Just wonderful!

It was my 3rd time seeing the show. I took my 10 year old niece, she also loved it. I can’t believe the talent of those your young actors, they were amazing as well as everyone else. All round great experience, thank you.

K Reviewed on 09 September 2024 by
Newmarket, New Zealand

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Great

A great West End Musical but beware it starts at 7 not 7:30pm like all the others!

D Reviewed on 07 September 2024 by
London, United Kingdom

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Tomorrow's Stars today

Just to be clear my scoring system: 1/ Don't go, just don't. 2/ I can't recommend going 3/ I enjoyed it but probably won't go back 4/ I enjoyed it, would go back especially if invited but would probably look elsewhere myself first. 5/ I enjoyed it, would invite/recommend others there myself It's a fantastically engaging show with incredible kids and the supporting adults aren't bad either. You'll be singing the songs when you leave the theatre and probably for a few days to come

C Reviewed on 11 August 2024 by
Southampton, United Kingdom

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Incredibilmente fantastico !!! Bravissimi tutti !

C Reviewed on 26 July 2024 by
Mazara Del Vallo, Italy

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Fantastic family show

A Reviewed on 20 July 2024 by
Abbeyfeale, Ireland

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Matilda

Not a show I enjoyed,this characterisation was no where near the film, and I think I was looking for more

S Reviewed on 13 July 2024 by
Pontyclun, United Kingdom

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The leading actress Matilda is great in reciting all the lines smoothly, it will be perfect if she can have more facial expression.

W Reviewed on 04 July 2024 by
Diamond Hill, Hong Kong

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Impressive

D Reviewed on 30 June 2024 by
Põlvamaa, Estonia

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Fantasic!

It was my first musical in London, which I watched with my family, and I was totally amazed by the show! Wonderful!

M Reviewed on 30 June 2024 by
Bondeno, Italy

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Must see

N Reviewed on 21 June 2024 by
Lamia, Greece

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Amazing

Kids and cast were amazing bit sceptical about going but thoroughly enjoyed the whole atmosphere and show

D Reviewed on 15 June 2024 by
Pontypridd, United Kingdom

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Legendary musical

Acting, music everything was perfect. Matilda was so cute and clever.

K Reviewed on 08 June 2024 by
Seoul, Korea (republic Of)

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Fantastic

D Reviewed on 30 May 2024 by
Westbury, United Kingdom

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Everybody should watch it!

R Reviewed on 18 May 2024 by
Caluso, Italy

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Excitement, enjoyment !

Lovely portrayal of Dahl's famous Matilda. I felt touched, excited, sadness, reflective while watching the musical. However, I find the punch line music too loud and the lights pyrotechnics too bright. The switching of scenes albeit smooth was quick, too quick to enjoy the moment with the scene, understandable to keep to time. Maybe review to reduce some aspects of scenes. The change of scenes in itself are marvels, so I would slow that down a little bit. I didn't like it that Miss Trunchball was a man, may confuse children but of course this is the UK with pantomimes. I understand for the drama effect but we could have a woman like the librarian 'in size' prep up for the role.

W Reviewed on 15 May 2024 by
London, United Kingdom

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Brilliant

V Reviewed on 13 May 2024 by
Leatherhead, United Kingdom

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Super!

Great actors, children are Amazing, lots if humour and a jugé life lesson

E Reviewed on 04 May 2024 by
Cannes, France

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superb entertainment

absolutely brilliant show - attended with 2 teenage grandchildren & they were mesmerised

B Reviewed on 20 April 2024 by
Crumlin, United Kingdom

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Unbelievable top star rating

C Reviewed on 30 March 2024 by
Brindisi, Italy

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A fantastic show

Matilda is such an amazing show with so many best bits. Personally I loved Mr and Mrs Wormwood - deliciously over-acted and very funny. The staging, lighting, acting, singing were all brilliant and the child actors were superb.

S Reviewed on 28 March 2024 by
St Peter Port, Guernsey

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Out of this World

I was enthralled from start to finish by the talent and professionalism of all the children. It was so entertaining and my Grand-Daughter was mesmorised with all the singing and dancing routines. It was First Class and I could see it again and again and still be overwhelmed by it all. The stage effects were unbelivable and so effective. Please convey my comments to all concerned.

C Reviewed on 25 March 2024 by
Prestatyn, United Kingdom

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Absolutely blown away

I had high expectations going in to this show, between it being a much loved children's book and music from one if my favourites, Tim Minchin, I expected a lot. I was not disappointed and completely blown away. For a cast of young actors, the skill and professionalism shown was outstanding. The quality of production was phenomenal, the acting superb,everything was amazing. Highly recommend everyone to go see it.

G Reviewed on 22 March 2024 by
Carlton, United Kingdom

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Matilda

D Reviewed on 02 March 2024 by
Donoughmore, Ireland

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First class and professional actors. But have no idea how they passed the show off as Matlida. It bore no resembleance to the film. Complete none.

A great show to appreciate high level professional actors. But not relevant to the film Matilda.

P Reviewed on 25 February 2024 by
Liverpool, United Kingdom

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Fantastic experience

Took my 2 daughters aged 11 and 16 as a birthday treat. They absolutely loved every minute of it

S Reviewed on 24 February 2024 by
Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom

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A big disappointment for a musical fan

Songs are not nice to hear.

C Reviewed on 22 February 2024 by
Meudon, France

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fun

M Reviewed on 20 February 2024 by
London, United Kingdom

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Magical

See it! So wonderful.

N Reviewed on 02 February 2024 by
Auckland, New Zealand

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Great fun for everyone!

This is such a fun show for theatre lovers of all ages. Amazing songs and a brilliant story. Great staging and effects. I would definitely recommend.

S Reviewed on 28 January 2024 by
Northampton, United Kingdom

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Absolutely Fabulous

Would recommend this show to any and everyone it was amazing. The children were fantastic (as were the adults) but Bruce and of course Matilda stole the show for me. This was a christmas gift for my granddaughter (12) and it was the best presant she received. We took our own snacks and drinks but splashed out for a programme as a keepsake of the event. The staff were all lovely and very helpful and had upgraded our seats before we arrived for no apparent reason so that was a bonus. Really reasonable price for a different kind of pure entertainment. All Absolutely Fabulous

J Reviewed on 25 January 2024 by
Deal, United Kingdom

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One of the best musicals in London

It was my third time to Matilda but the first with my family. The kids absolutely loved it although they don't speak a word of English. The acting, the songs, the music and the lighting were superb. The kids laughed out loud and so did we!

T Reviewed on 08 January 2024 by
Ansac Sur Vienne, France

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A must see performance. Those kids are outstanding!

C Reviewed on 07 January 2024 by
Marsa, Malta

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Great!

Lovely execution of the story! A must see, enjoyed it very much!

S Reviewed on 04 January 2024 by
Düsseldorf, Germany

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Fun, funny and feel good.

A great show with a fantastic cast. Clever song lyrics and story to give the adults a chuckle. Loved the simple but clever staging and the physical action too. We really enjoyed ourselves! A great night out. Left feeling very cheerful!

C Reviewed on 03 January 2024 by
Macandrew Bay, Dunedin - Portobello, New Zealand

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Wonderful

The story is amazing but how the preforming it on stage is excellent! I was really blown away with the actress that played Matilda….. so young and already so great! Amazing. Loved it so much!

E Reviewed on 03 January 2024 by
Den Haag, Netherlands

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Matilda is a star

The performers playing Matilda & Miss Trunchbull are spectacular and what makes the show as good as it is. I wasn’t too impressed at the start but it really grows right through to the end.

B Reviewed on 27 December 2023 by
Buckshaw Village, Chorley, United Kingdom

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A must see for anyone

Brilliant

S Reviewed on 17 December 2023 by
Sandbach, United Kingdom

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The entire performance was brilliant from start to finish

A Reviewed on 02 December 2023 by
Swindon, United Kingdom

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Unreal!

Fantastic production. Well directed and produced. Acting was brilliant and the lighting and sound effects were amazing. Our seats on the upper circle were spot on. Brilliant view. Cant recommend this show enough. Myself and my daughter have watched Matilda several times on TV (were both adults!) and the show and performance didnt disappoint. Well done to everyone involved.

E Reviewed on 02 November 2023 by
Donaghmede, Ireland

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Brilliant performance

We took our daughter for her 9th birthday and she absolutely loved it, as did we

N Reviewed on 25 October 2023 by
Swanley, United Kingdom

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A must see !

Funny, Nice story, amazing show, you’ll regret if you don’t go see the show….

A Reviewed on 15 October 2023 by
Nykøbing F, Denmark

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My 7 year year old absolutely loved this show

After taking my daughter to this show and not having seen the movie, it was absolutely brilliant. The actress playing Matilda was amazing. She made her day.

K Reviewed on 14 October 2023 by
Cairns, Australia

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Brilliant show for all the family

L Reviewed on 08 October 2023 by
Northwood, United Kingdom

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Excellent evening's entertainment with great talent on display!

D Reviewed on 28 September 2023 by
Marlow, United Kingdom

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Absolutely incredible!

K Reviewed on 20 September 2023 by
Stanmore, United Kingdom

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fantastic

L Reviewed on 17 September 2023 by
Leicester, United Kingdom

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Outstanding!

This site was phenomenal and totally exceeded all expectations. There were certainly some stars-in-the-making on stage tonight.

C Reviewed on 14 September 2023 by
Rd2 Kaiapoi, New Zealand

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Amazing!

Blown away by the children’s acting and sing skills. It was if they been doing it for years. Very talented people.

D Reviewed on 14 September 2023 by
Barnehurst, United Kingdom

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Standing Ovation

Great performance enjoyed by all. Standing ovation even the upper tiers.

S Reviewed on 12 September 2023 by
Bedford, United Kingdom

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Uplifting,joyful,feel good,a must see

Absolutely loved the show and would watch it again.Superb from beginning to end.This show starts on time so be sure to be on time to not miss anything

A Reviewed on 03 September 2023 by
Larnaca, Cyprus

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Fantastic show!

K Reviewed on 27 August 2023 by
Southampton, United Kingdom

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Loved Matilda

The show was fabulous from start to finish, the children all sang their hearts out

B Reviewed on 24 August 2023 by
Isle Of Man, United Kingdom

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Matilda Saturday Matinee

Show didn’t come up to my expectations

G Reviewed on 19 August 2023 by
Lymington, United Kingdom

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The kids were fantatistique!

M Reviewed on 09 August 2023 by
Groningen, Netherlands

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Awsome

O Reviewed on 08 August 2023 by
Rishon Lezion, Israel

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Great!

A great musical for everyone!

S Reviewed on 02 August 2023 by
Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

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It was a great show!

M Reviewed on 02 August 2023 by
Tucson, United States Of America

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Just brilliant !

We took our 4yr old granddaughter as she loves the musical film This was her first time going to the theatre , she was mesmerised throughout the whole show . Being tiny her seat kept folding up but we asked the staff for a booster seat and that resolved the problem . It is definitely worth paying the extra for first row seats in the Dress Circle if you have little ones as you have a clear view of the stage ,

C Reviewed on 30 July 2023 by
Maidstone Kent, United Kingdom

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Excellent performance

C Reviewed on 30 July 2023 by
Camperdown, Australia

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Must see!

The show was enjoyable for the whole family with some magical surprises thrown in

J Reviewed on 22 July 2023 by
Hartlepool, United Kingdom

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Fantastic

Acting,dancing,singing and stage props and effects were superb. The cast got a standing ovation which was justly deserved. 5 ⭐️ ??

C Reviewed on 19 July 2023 by
Dunbar, United Kingdom

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Amazing performance ! Inspiring cast!

E Reviewed on 18 July 2023 by
San Pedro Cholula, Mexico

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Fantastic

S Reviewed on 12 July 2023 by
Vouvry, Switzerland

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C Reviewed on 06 July 2023 by
Watford, United Kingdom

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Must see!

M Reviewed on 02 July 2023 by
London, United Kingdom

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Must see

P Reviewed on 15 June 2023 by
Bournemouth, United Kingdom

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Touches your heart and makes you remember a time when just a hug was the most important thing.

E Reviewed on 12 June 2023 by
Coppell, United States Of America

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Great story and excellent cast

Loved the show overall - it’s a heartwarming story. A few jokes aimed at the kids in the audience and a few more adult themes hinted at. The volume of the speakers was just a bit too high and actually we struggled to make out the words in places as result of it all just being too loud. Could benefit from paring back rather than adding to it, in terms of the lighting flashes and stuff. The moving chalk etc was subtler and consequently actually much more enjoyable. Loved the comic Mrs Trunchbull and the very well acted Miss Honey had an angelic voice. Matilda herself was great, a very impressive young actress. Overall a great experience, much recommended !

M Reviewed on 28 May 2023 by
Dublin 2, Ireland

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Fantastic Show

There was something for the old and the young with this show. A definite must to go and see. It is loud but the kids loved it.

M Reviewed on 07 May 2023 by
Rochester, United Kingdom

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Essential

U Reviewed on 30 April 2023 by
Vitoria-gasteiz, Spain

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It’s a must see for sure!

The show from the begging to the ending was exciting and emotional. The lighting were impressive. I recommend the seats as high as possible because there is a better view. Well done every one from the actors, to the directors and staff and band. Really good.

D Reviewed on 27 April 2023 by
Quartu Sant'elena, Italy

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Matilda-Loved It!

We met in London for a mother/daughter weekend and decided to get tickets months in advance for Matilda-my daughter's favorite childhood story! Best decision ever! The cast was so talented and the costumes, makeup and special effects incredible! Only surprise to us Canadians was that the standing ovation did not include the entire theatre! There should have been at least 19 curtain calls! Outstanding!

J Reviewed on 24 April 2023 by
Ottawa, Canada

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The Best Show Ever

It was a fabulous show. The staging was incredible and the acting was fantastic especially Matilda and Miss Truchball!! The staff were so helpful and accommodating. Their were long cues for the toilets, but that is expected where their are so many people. I would also suggest that you pre-order drinks and get snacks and drinks when you sit down at the start of the show.

K Reviewed on 23 April 2023 by
Hayling Island, United Kingdom

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Granddaughters birthday treat

Took my 6 year old granddaughter she loves Matilda she loved it she had a booster seat we were in the upper circle but good seats clear view excellent show the kids are great in it Matilda is great and Mrs trunchball was excellent definitely recommend seeing this show had a fun afternoon

C Reviewed on 23 April 2023 by
Essex, United Kingdom

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Story of Matilda is a very good story but show was too long for this story and some parts were boring. It would be shortened better according for a musical show.

G Reviewed on 21 April 2023 by
Kadıköy, Turkey

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Excellent show

M Reviewed on 09 April 2023 by
Marsaskala, Malta

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matilda the musical 2024-25 london cast photosAngelica Scott (one of the four performers) and Deborah Tracey (Mrs Phelps) in RSC's Matilda The Musical. Photo by Ellie Kurttz

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MATILDA THE MUSICAL extends run and announces new young company members

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MATILDA THE MUSICAL extends run and announces new young company members
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The RSC’s Matilda The Musical extends its booking period again!

by London Box Office | Wednesday, February 8 2023, 21:19

Matilda The Musical The Royal Shakespeare Company is delighted to announce another extension to the hugely popular, multi-award-winning production of Matilda The Musical. Now you have the chance to experience it for yourself until 26th May 2024. The show has just won its 101st award and will be featured on the BBC as part of BBC1’s Big Night of the Musicals on 27th February 2023.

The RSC’s Matilda The Musical extends its booking period again!
20 Sep
2022
London Box Office

RSC’s Matilda The Musical - Production images, video, and an extention

by London Box Office | Tuesday, September 20 2022, 20:00

Matilda The Musical The first piece of amazing news – Matilda The Musical, the brilliant show from the RSC, is extending its West End production until 17th December 2023, giving you loads of time to experience the fun for yourself. It’s naughty, anarchic and enormous fun, loved by adults and children alike. The second piece of good news? We have some awesome new production images for you, created to inspire. The third? There’s also a video to enjoy.

RSC’s Matilda The Musical - Production images, video, and an extention
25 Jul
2022
London Box Office

The RSC’s Matilda The Musical - New casting announced

by London Box Office | Monday, July 25 2022, 20:49

Casting has been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical. The show is in its tenth year, an extraordinary achievement. It’s still playing to packed houses at the Cambridge Theatre, still making grown-ups and kids laugh, still thrilling audiences. Now we have a load of new cast members, ready to take the baton from the little stars who’ve done such an epic job so far.

Victoria Alsina, Laurel Sumberg, Heidi Williams and Maisie Mardle will share the title role in the RSC’s Matilda The Musical. Photo by Ellie Kurttz. Victoria Alsina, Laurel Sumberg, Heidi Williams and Maisie Mardle will share the title role in the RSC’s Matilda The Musical. Photo by Ellie Kurttz.

The RSC’s Matilda The Musical - New casting announced
20 Sep
2021
London Box Office

Matilda The Musical - Fabulous photo and footage - 2021

by London Box Office | Monday, September 20 2021, 10:52

Matilda The Musical Update for Matilda The Musical at the Cambridge Theatre

The Royal Shakespeare Company’s remarkably popular version of Roald Dahl’s quirky children’s story is back, the Cambridge Theatre is open once more, and we’re delighted to present some wonderful, inspiring new photography and footage. One image comes from the curtain call and the video footage reveals exclusive behind-the-scenes content. How exciting! The show is currently booking through until 29th May 2022 for individuals and 16th December 2022 for schools and groups.

Matilda The Musical - Fabulous photo and footage - 2021
22 Jun
2021
London Box Office

MATILDA THE MUSICAL announces full casting for its return to the Cambridge Theatre

by London Box Office | Tuesday, June 22 2021, 12:39

Matilda The Musical The Royal Shakespeare Company's brilliant show, Matilda the Musical, has announced the full cast for its long awaited return to the Cambridge Theatre from 16th September 2021. It's also due on stage live in The Netherlands for the first time, translated into Dutch for a run at the Oude Luxor Theatre in Rotterdam. It is ten years since the show first played in the West End and this magical story has gone from strength to strength, becoming one of the best-loved family musicals in town.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL announces full casting for its return to the Cambridge Theatre
06 May
2021
London Box Office

RSC's Matilda The Musical – 2021 West End Dates

by London Box Office | Thursday, May 6 2021, 12:03

Matilda The Musical This is such exciting news. The Royal Shakespeare Company’s hugely popular West End production of Matilda The Musical is returning to the Cambridge Theatre from  16 September 2021, ten years after it first opened. So far it has been seen and loved by over 10 million people in more than 90 cities around the globe, and it's a well-deserved multi-award winner of a show. Funny, touching and wonderfully naughty, this is an absolute classic.

RSC's Matilda The Musical – 2021 West End Dates
12 Sep
2019
Isabella James

Second Look: MATILDA at Cambridge Theatre, London

by Isabella James | Thursday, September 12 2019, 19:16

Matilda The Musical Now in its eighth year in London’s West End, Matilda the Musical has brought in some new cast members to tell the story of Roald Dahl’s popular child genius and does so in a rather ingenious way. Adapted for the stage by Dennis Kelly, with music and lyrics from the Australian comedian Tim Minchin, this musical has been a massive success since it opened at the RSC in 2010.

Second Look: MATILDA at Cambridge Theatre, London
05 Jun
2017
Nicola Wright

Review: A new MATILDA takes the stage at the Cambridge Theatre

by Nicola Wright | Monday, June 5 2017, 22:10

Matilda The Musical - London When a little girl you have known since she was five is cast as Matilda you go along to one of her first performances with an open mind and ready to be entertained. I was not disappointed!

The new cast of children (one of four teams alternating performances) are superb and deserve the standing ovation they received. Emma Moore is one of four children cast as Matilda and her confidence and stage presence is extraordinary from one so young. Emma captivates the audience, just as Matilda enthrals the character of Mrs Phelps, the librarian, who she entertains with stories.

Review: A new MATILDA takes the stage at the Cambridge Theatre
17 May
2017
Phil Willmott

Fall in Love with Matilda

by Phil Willmott | Wednesday, May 17 2017, 20:08

Matilda The Musical - London Everybody loves the musical Matilda. When it opened at the Royal Shakespeare's home theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon even the most pompous critics were besotted calling it the greatest new musical of recent years. Actually it isn't, the musical numbers are fun but beyond the infectious kids song - When I Grow Up - there's nothing anyone will still be singing in ten years time but watching the show is a glorious experience and if you haven't seen it before you'll fall in love with it too. I paid a second visit the other night and fell for its charms all over again.

Fall in Love with Matilda
28 Nov
2015
Phil Willmott

Discover more about the children's author with two current hit West End musicals

by Phil Willmott | Saturday, November 28 2015, 12:35

Roald Dahl When we think of writers who have multiple shows running in the West End at the same time we tend to think of Shakespeare, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Alan Aykbourn and Noel Coward but a much loved children's author is currently catching them up.

The books of Roald Dahl are enjoying a whole new lease of theatrical life thanks to the efforts of agent Mel Kenyon who looks after the deceased writers legacy.

Discover more about the children's author with two current hit West End musicals
27 Jul
2015
Oliver Mitford

Cast change for Matilda at the Cambridge Theatre

by Oliver Mitford | Monday, July 27 2015, 10:34

Matilda Brand new leading cast members have been announced for the Royal Shakespeare Company's smash-hit stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s beloved book, Matilda at the Cambridge Theatre.

Cast change for Matilda at the Cambridge Theatre