See Matilda the Musical at the Cambridge Theatre
With a book by Dennis Kelly and a score by Tim Minchin, Matilda the Musical brings Roald Dahl’s cherished children’s story to the stage. The production shares the record with Hamilton for the most Oliver Awards for a musical, winning seven including ‘Best New Musical’. It also has several Tony Awards and over 50 international accolades. Matilda has sold over 10 million tickets worldwide, and now celebrates an impressive 3000 performances in the West End. It continues to delight audiences time and time again, becoming a top family favourite of theatre.
Anyone that loved the 1988 book and 1996 film will no doubt adore this production. It has it’s own plot twists and character development, but includes all the golden moments we’ve all grown to love. Matilda the musical tells to story of a gifted girl who’s ignored by her parents and bullied by her headteacher. After discovering the power of telekinesis, Matilda sets about getting her own back on those who have wronged her. From pouring hydrogen peroxide in her father’s hair dye to haunting Miss Trunchbull by moving objects with her mind, she uses vivid imagination to teach them a lesson.
The Royal Shakespeare Company were met with standing ovations and huge applause on opening night. Subsequently, the show hit the West End and Broadway, receiving more praise and acclaim. With explosive set designs, spectacular choreography and a super talented cast – particularly the young children, Matilda the musical is truly enjoyable for all ages.
The timeless Roald Dahl story is now one of the most successful musicals of all time. Coupled with the ingenious creative team and cast, the show also brings to light the author’s characteristic playful charm. Tickets to Matilda the musical is unmistakably a fantastic night out for the whole family.
The Cast

Michael Begley
Mr Wormwood

Richard Astbury
Ensemble, Henchman

Oliver Brooks
Children's Entertainer, Ensemble, Sergei

Craige Els
Miss Trunchbull

Elliot Harper
The Escapologist

Daniel Hope
Michael Wormwood

Daniel Ioannou
Rudolpho

Miria Parvin
Miss Honey

Matthew Rowland
Doctor, Ensemble

Rebecca Thornhill
Mrs Wormwood

Sharlene Whyte
Mrs Phelps
NA
Nicholas Antoniou-Tibbitts
Eric
OB
Owen Bagnall
Bruce
MB
Max Brophy
Bruce
MB
Mylo Burton-Mays
Nigel
OC
Olivia Calladine-Smith
Lavender
KC
Kira Caple
Hortensia
EC
Elena Cervesi
Lavender
JC
Jessica Chalmers
Amanda
HC
Hari Coles
Eric
AD
Archie Durrant
Bruce
CF
Charlotte Fallart
Hortensia
RG
Regan Garcia
Eric
PG
Ptolemy Gidney
Bruce
AG
Aiyana Goodfellow
Lavender
MH
Miles Harcombe
Tommy
LH
Lilian Hardy
Matilda
SH
Sebastian Harry
Tommy
AL
Angelina Li
Amanda
EM
Emma Moore
Matilda
CN
Craig Noakes
Tommy
KO
Kacy O’sullivan
Amanda
TP
Tia Palamathanan
Alice
BR
Ben Robinson
Bruce
TLR
Tori Louise Ryan
Alice
ÉS
Éva-Marie Saffrey
Matilda
AV
Abbie Vena
Matilda
SW
Scarlett Wennink
Hortensia