Matilda The Musical
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A group of children jump on a vibrant, colourful stage setting.
The company of Matilda The Musical. Photo by Manuel Harlan.
A person in a checked green suit stands against an orange armchair where a person with long, curly blonde hair wearing a brightly coloured dance costume is seated.
The company of Matilda The Musical. Photo by Manuel Harlan.
An adult and a child kneel holding hands against a backdrop of bookshelves.
The company of Matilda The Musical. Photo by Manuel Harlan.
A child wearing a grey school uniform stands facing a teacher, surrounded by seated classmates in a classroom.
The company of Matilda The Musical. Photo by Manuel Harlan.
A person wearing a brown dress with a belt sits on a chair surrounded by vintage televisions and papers.
The company of Matilda The Musical. Photo by Manuel Harlan.
Children wearing grey school uniform sit at wooden desks with vibrant stage lighting and wooden blocks.
The company of Matilda The Musical. Photo by Manuel Harlan.
A group of children and adults celebrate a birthday on stage, holding balloons and gifts.
The company of Matilda The Musical. Photo by Manuel Harlan.
A person stands confidently in a green spotlight, wearing a grey school uniform.
The company of Matilda The Musical. Photo by Manuel Harlan.
A person in a floral dress stands central as children stand behind.
The company of Matilda The Musical. Photo by Manuel Harlan.
Children are suspended in the air on swings.
The company of Matilda The Musical. Photo by Manuel Harlan.

Matilda The Musical
Tickets From £23

Venue

Cambridge Theatre

Kids Week: Matilda The Musical

During the Official London Theatre’s Kids Week 2026 promotion, kids go free to Matilda The Musical on select performances running from 2 September to 11 September. Save up to £44 per ticket.

Please note that all evening weekday performances of Matilda The Musical begin at 7pm (Tuesday – Friday).

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 over 100 international awards, Matilda has been delighting audiences in London’s West End for more than 13 years.

Booking Until

05/09/2027

Running Time

2h35, inc. interval

Genre

Musical, Family, West End LIVE

Age & Content

6+ | Children under the age of 4 (including babes in arms) will not be admitted into the theatre. Children need to occupy their own seat at all times through the performance. Anyone aged 15 or under must have a valid ticket and be seated with an adult (18+)

Please Note:

This production contains flashing lights, lasers, loud sound effects and haze, latex balloons are popped onstage & throughout the performance actors interact in audience spaces.

Cast:

Kofi Aidoo-Appiah as

Rudolpho

Naomi Alade as

Henchwoman

Alex Louize Bird, Millie Brown-Thornton, James Oliver & Stuart Rouse as

Swings

Katie Bradley as

Cook

Reece Budin & William Elijah-Lewis as

Henchmen

Tiffany Graves as

Mrs Wormwood

Antony Lawrence as

Children’s Entertainer/Sergei

Nick Len as

Michael Wormwood

Tania Mathurin as

Mrs Phelps

Neil McDermott as

Mr Wormwood

Ben Middleton as

Doctor

Eve Norris as

Miss Honey

Jon Robyns as

Miss Trunchbull

Chloe Saunders as

Acrobat

Callum Train as

Escapologist

Dawn Williams as

Dance Captain, Swing

Alexander Beaumont, Theo Kamande & Mason Mingle as

Nigel

Sid Boyle, Chase King & Harry Relf as

Eric

Ava Evangelista, Kennedy-May Mcleary & Drew Reilly as

Alice

Freya Fulford, Khit Thakhin & Jiyhun Yoon as

Lavender

William Gurney & Reuben Laming as

Tommy

Suki Hillier, Edie McCaig, Mia Rogers & Emilia Shefford as

Matilda

John Johnson, Albie Lambert, Maxwell McGetrick & Theo Oh as

Bruce

Kanaho Kurihara, Isabella Rummery & Lola Smith as

Amanda

Savannah McDowell, Aisha Ugurhan & Orla Vellacott as

Hortensia

Creative:

Author -

Roald Dahl

Book -

Dennis Kelly

Music & Lyrics -

Tim Minchin

Developed & Directed by -

Matthew Warchus

Choreography -

Peter Darling

Set & Costume design -

Rob Howell

Illusion -

Paul Kieve

Lighting Design -

Hugh Vanstone

Sound Design -

Simon Baker

Orchestrations & Additional Music -

Christopher Nightingale

Worldwide Associate Choreographer -

Ellen Kane

Worldwide Associate Director -

Nik Ashton

Commissioning Dramaturg -

Jeanie O'Hare

Casting Director -

Will Burton CDG for Grindrod Burton Casting

Children's Casting Director -

Amy Beadel for Jessica Ronane Casting

Associate Musical Supervisor & Musical Director -

Laurie Perkins

Associate Lighting Designer & Programmer -

Chris Hirst

Associate Lighting Designer -

Sarah Brown

Associate Sound Designer -

Leigh Davies

Associate Costume Designer -

Rachel Dickson

Resident Director -

Lewis Barnshaw

Resident Director -

Phil Bartlett

Resident Choreographer -

Sam Lathwood

Children’s Musical Director/Cover Conductor -

David Keefe

Resident Voice Coach -

Laura Neel

Assistant Musical Director -

Spencer James

Produced By -

Royal Shakespeare Company

Executive Producer -

André Ptaszynski

Executive Producer -

Denise & Griselda Yorke

Book Matilda The Musical Tickets

No accessibility performances are currently scheduled for this show.

“Matilda” offers a magical experience that lasts 2 hours and 35 minutes, including an intermission. This time is filled with captivating storytelling, memorable music, and performances that transport you to a world of imagination and wonder.

“Matilda: The Musical” welcomes audiences aged 6 and up, offering a story that resonates with both young and old. Please note, children under 4 will not be admitted, to ensure a delightful experience for all theatre-goers.

The enchanting “Matilda: The Musical” is currently being performed at the Cambridge Theatre. This venue has become synonymous with the spirit and energy of this beloved show, drawing audiences into the heart of Matilda’s world.

The Cambridge Theatre, known for its intimate atmosphere and architectural beauty, is the proud home of “Matilda: The Musical.” Here, the story of Matilda comes to life in a space that complements the show’s vibrancy and charm.

“Matilda: The Musical” first cast its spell in the UK at the RSC’s Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2010. It then made its grand entrance to London’s West End in 2011, where it has been captivating audiences ever since.

To preserve the magic of the performance and respect the artists, photography or any recording inside the theatre during the show is strictly forbidden. This policy ensures that everyone can enjoy the show without distractions.

Getting your hands on tickets for “Matilda” in London is easy. You can buy them online through official ticketing platforms or pop by the Cambridge Theatre’s box office. To make sure you snag the seats you want, especially for popular showtimes, it’s a good idea to book in advance.

You might be in luck with discounts or deals, especially if you’re looking for a group, a student, or a senior citizen. For any ongoing promotions or special offers, check out the official website or contact the box office.

Matilda The Musical is playing at Cambridge Theatre in London. Your ticket selection will show available performance dates and times, and you can book securely online via Official London Theatre. For the smoothest experience, pick a performance from the calendar and book early for popular dates.
Matilda The Musical, Roald Dahl’s much-loved tale of an extraordinary child with hideous parents, is the globally renowned stage show from Tim Minchin and the Royal Shakespeare Company.
The running time for Matilda The Musical is 2h35, inc. interval. Duration can occasionally vary slightly by performance, but this is the listed length for the production.
Matilda The Musical is recommended for ages 6+ | Children under the age of 4 (including babes in arms) will not be admitted into the theatre. Children need to occupy their own seat at all times through the performance. Anyone aged 15 or under must have a valid ticket and be seated with an adult (18+). If you’re bringing younger theatregoers, it’s worth considering themes and attention span alongside the age guidance. Some venues also have their own admission policies, so it can help to double-check requirements before you travel.
Tickets for Matilda The Musical go on sale from 31st May 2011. If you’re looking for the widest choice of seats and dates, booking early is usually best - especially for weekends and peak travel periods. Once on sale, you can select a performance and complete your booking online.
You can buy tickets for Matilda The Musical online through Official London Theatre. Choose your preferred performance in the calendar, select seats if available, and complete your purchase securely.
Matilda The Musical features a cast including Kofi Aidoo-Appiah (Rudolpho), Naomi Alade (Henchwoman), Alex Louize Bird, Millie Brown-Thornton, James Oliver & Stuart Rouse (Swings), Katie Bradley (Cook), Reece Budin & William Elijah-Lewis (Henchmen), Tiffany Graves (Mrs Wormwood), Antony Lawrence (Children’s Entertainer/Sergei), Nick Len (Michael Wormwood), Tania Mathurin (Mrs Phelps), Neil McDermott (Mr Wormwood), Ben Middleton (Doctor), Eve Norris (Miss Honey), Jon Robyns (Miss Trunchbull), Chloe Saunders (Acrobat), Callum Train (Escapologist), Dawn Williams (Dance Captain, Swing), Alexander Beaumont, Theo Kamande & Mason Mingle (Nigel), Sid Boyle, Chase King & Harry Relf (Eric), Ava Evangelista, Kennedy-May Mcleary & Drew Reilly (Alice), Freya Fulford, Khit Thakhin & Jiyhun Yoon (Lavender), William Gurney & Reuben Laming (Tommy), Suki Hillier, Edie McCaig, Mia Rogers & Emilia Shefford (Matilda), John Johnson, Albie Lambert, Maxwell McGetrick & Theo Oh (Bruce), Kanaho Kurihara, Isabella Rummery & Lola Smith (Amanda), Savannah McDowell, Aisha Ugurhan & Orla Vellacott (Hortensia). Casting can vary by date, so if you’re booking specifically to see a particular performer, it’s worth checking any casting notes for your chosen performance.
There isn’t a strict dress code for London theatre, so wear whatever you’ll feel comfortable and confident in. Most people go for smart casual - think jeans or trousers with a nice top, a casual dress, or a shirt and trainers. If you’re heading to an evening show, on a date, or celebrating something, you might fancy dressing up a bit more, but it’s completely optional.
Arriving at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time helps keep things smooth and stress-free, giving you plenty of time to collect tickets, go through security, and get settled in your seat before the performance begins.
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