Matilda The Musical
Now playing at the Cambridge Theatre
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.
Matilda has been seen by more than 10 million people across more than 90 cities worldwide, including over 4 million in London’s West End where it has been delighting audiences for over a decade.
Matilda the Musical – Event Information
VENUE: Cambridge Theatre, Earlham St, London WC2H 9HU
TICKETS: From £20.00 – No fees
All ticket prices include a £1.70 restoration levy
BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE: Best Seats, best availability, and no booking fees when you book direct.
LOTTERY: £25 tickets available for every Monday – Sunday performance. Draws will take place daily, except on Thursdays. Enter here.
GIFT VOUCHERS: Now Available
ACCESS: For more information about access to Cambridge Theatre click here.
RUNNING TIME: 2 hours, 35 minutes (including 20 min interval)
AGE RECOMMENDATION: This production is not suitable for children under 6 years of age,. Children under 4 years of age (including babes in arms) will not be admitted into the auditorium. Children need to occupy their own seats at all times throughout the performance. To help us make sure everyone enjoys the show, your little ones need to be able to sit in their own seat without any assistance. Younger children are welcome at our relaxed performances.
SHOW GENRE: Musicals
CONTENT WARNINGS: Matilda The Musical features flashing lights, lasers and loud sound effects. Latex balloons are popped onstage and stage haze (smoke) is used. Throughout the performance actors interact in audience spaces.
DISCLAIMER: Please note the producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist. The schedule is subject to change and may be affected by contracts, holidays, illness or events beyond the producers’ control.
FAQs: For any other questions, please visit our FAQs page. Enjoy your visit to our theatre.
Reviews
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
An evening of unadulterated bliss
The Guardian
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Utterly exhilarating
The Independent
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
The quest for a great new musical is over
Evening Standard
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Hilarious, moving, glorious
Daily Telegraph
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Smart, quirky and sublimely good fun
Time Out
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
An absolute fire cracker of a show, bursting with dynamism, fizzing with verve
Daily Express
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Giddily enjoyable
Sunday Express
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