Matilda The Musical London Tickets & Tour 2026–2027

Matilda The Musical is the multi-award-winning Royal Shakespeare Company production at London’s Cambridge Theatre, a riotously funny and heartwarming West End show where Roald Dahl’s extraordinary little girl uses her powers to rewrite her own story. Book Matilda The Musical London tickets now and join the revolting children in this smash-hit family musical.

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Matilda The Musical Tour

Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty! Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical is hitting the road again on a spectacular UK and Ireland tour. With Tim Minchin’s irresistible songs, dazzling choreography, and one extraordinary little girl who fights back, this smash-hit family show is coming to a theatre near you.

Date	City	Venue	Tickets
Wed 4 Mar 2026 - Sun 22 Mar 2026	Edinburgh	Edinburgh Playhouse	Tickets
Thu 26 Mar 2026 - Sat 25 Apr 2026	Manchester	Palace Theatre	Tickets
Wed 29 Apr 2026 - Sun 17 May 2026	Southampton	Mayflower Theatre	Tickets
Tue 2 Jun 2026 - Sat 27 Jun 2026	Bristol	Hippodrome Theatre	Tickets
Wed 1 Jul 2026 - Sun 2 Aug 2026	Birmingham	Hippodrome Theatre	Tickets
Thu 6 Aug 2026 - Sun 6 Sep 2026	Norwich	Theatre Royal	Tickets
Tue 15 Sep 2026 - Sun 18 Oct 2026	Dublin	Bord Gáis Energy Theatre	Tickets
Wed 28 Oct 2026 - Sat 14 Nov 2026	Milton Keynes	Milton Keynes Theatre	Tickets
Wed 18 Nov 2026 - Sat 5 Dec 2026	Glasgow	Theatre Royal	Tickets
Wed 9 Dec 2026 - Sun 17 Jan 2027	Cardiff	Wales Millennium Centre	Tickets

Why You Need to See It

• Matilda The Musical turns Roald Dahl’s story of a fiercely intelligent girl with neglectful parents and a tyrannical headmistress into a witty, anarchic and surprisingly moving stage show about the power of stories, imagination and standing up to bullies.
• The West End production has been running at the Cambridge Theatre since 2011, making it one of London’s longest-running family musicals, and continues to refresh its casting with new child performers and adult principals while maintaining Matthew Warchus’s acclaimed original staging.
• Tim Minchin’s score is inventive and lyrically sharp, with standout songs including Miracle, Naughty, School Song, The Hammer, When I Grow Up, The Smell of Rebellion, Quiet, My House and Revolting Children, combining wordplay, character insight and big ensemble energy.
• Naughty captures Matilda’s decision to rewrite her own story with cheeky, Dahl-esque defiance, When I Grow Up becomes a poignant swing sequence where children and adults share hopes and disappointments, and Revolting Children delivers an 11 o’clock, barricade-style explosion of rebellion in the school corridors.
• The musical is a critical powerhouse, having won a record-breaking seven Olivier Awards in 2012 – including Best New Musical, Best Director, Best Actor in a Musical and a shared Best Actress award for the four original Matildas – as well as five Tony Awards on Broadway, and it still holds a Guinness World Record for its Olivier haul.
• Its success led to the 2022 Netflix/Working Title film adaptation Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical, which introduced Minchin’s songs to a global streaming audience and reinforces the stage show’s reputation as one of the most significant new family musicals of the last decade.
• The current London company features rotating young actors as Matilda – including Suki Hillier, Mia Rogers, Alexis Whitehead and Angelica Scott – supported by Eve Norris as kind Miss Honey, Kieran Hill as terrifying Miss Trunchbull, Neil McDermott as blustering Mr Wormwood and Tiffany Graves as flamboyant Mrs Wormwood.
• Adult ensemble members play multiple roles—Acrobat, Escapologist, doctors, henchmen and parents—moving seamlessly between Matilda’s real world and her invented stories, which helps blur the line between fantasy and reality in a way that keeps older audiences engaged as much as children.
• Rob Howell’s set design turns Crunchem Hall into a playground of oversized alphabet blocks, school desks and towering bookcase-like walls, with the letters of “School Song” literally built into the scenery as children clamber through, making the entire stage feel like a warped, child-sized world.
• Costumes amplify character types: the Wormwoods’ clashing, gaudy, neon-bright outfits scream tastelessness and vanity, Miss Trunchbull’s outdated gym-slip uniform and military styling emphasise her grotesque authoritarianism, while Miss Honey’s soft, pastel dresses underline her gentleness and quiet resilience.
• The child ensemble wear slightly exaggerated school uniforms and sports kits that allow for athletic choreography during numbers like The Smell of Rebellion and Revolting Children, showcasing the stamina and precision of a large young cast trained to perform at West End level.
• Choreography by Peter Darling combines classroom discipline with comic chaos—think synchronised desk banging, cartwheels in narrow corridors and swings that arc out over the orchestra pit—giving the show a kinetic, almost rock-concert energy in its biggest numbers.
• Matilda The Musical is recommended for ages 6 and up, with children under 4 not admitted and every audience member required to have their own seat, reflecting both the show’s 2 hour 35 minute running time and the presence of intense scenes involving shouting adults, threats of “Chokey” and a generally darkly comic tone.
• Despite those darker elements, the show’s message is ultimately empowering and hopeful, making it particularly rewarding for school-age children and early teens who may identify with Matilda’s sense of being underestimated and her determination to push back against unfairness.
• To enrich the experience, it is worth listening in advance to Naughty, When I Grow Up, Quiet and Revolting Children so you can savour Minchin’s intricate lyrics and spot how musical motifs echo through the show, especially when Matilda’s storytelling and Miss Honey’s quiet strength intersect later in the evening.

Matilda The Musical Cast at London’s Cambridge Theatre

The West End production of Matilda The Musical at London’s Cambridge Theatre is currently led by a new group of young stars sharing the title role: Sithuni Gamage, Bonnie Harper, Carla Lopez‑Corpas and Emilia Shefford, bringing fresh energy to Roald Dahl’s much‑loved story. The adult cast features Jon Robyns as Miss Trunchbull, Tiffany Graves as Mrs Wormwood, Neil McDermott as Mr Wormwood and Eve Norris as Miss Honey, supported by a hard‑working ensemble that keeps this long‑running, award‑winning musical feeling bold, funny and gloriously rebellious.

>Sithuni Gamage, Bonnie Harper, Carla Lopez‑Corpas, Emilia Shefford as Matilda (shared role)

>Jon Robyns as Miss Trunchbull

>Tiffany Graves as Mrs Wormwood

>Neil McDermott as Mr Wormwood

>Eve Norris as Miss Honey

The Venue: Cambridge Theatre

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Matilda The Musical about?

Matilda The Musical is based on Roald Dahl’s children’s book and follows Matilda Wormwood, a brilliantly clever little girl with a vivid imagination and telekinetic powers who is ignored by her parents and terrorised by headmistress Miss Trunchbull. At school she finds a kind teacher, Miss Honey, and discovers that by standing up for herself and her classmates she can change her own destiny.

Where is Matilda The Musical playing in London?

Matilda The Musical is playing at the Cambridge Theatre in London’s West End, located at Seven Dials, 32–34 Earlham Street, London WC2H 9HU, close to Covent Garden and Tottenham Court Road underground stations. It has been at the Cambridge Theatre since 2011 and is now the longest-running production in the theatre’s history.

How long is Matilda The Musical?

Matilda The Musical has a running time of about 2 hours 35 minutes including one interval of around 20 minutes. Matinee performances (usually at 2:00–3:00 pm depending on the day) finish just after 4:30–5:30 pm, while evening shows starting at 7:00–7:30 pm finish a little after 9:30–10:00 pm.

What is the age recommendation for Matilda The Musical?

The show is generally recommended for ages 6 and over, as some scenes are loud, intense, or a bit scary for very young children. Children under 4 are not admitted to the auditorium, everyone must have their own ticket, and under‑16s must sit with an accompanying adult, so families should make sure young theatregoers can sit independently for the full performance.

Is Matilda The Musical suitable for children and families?

Matilda is widely described as an ideal family musical, with colourful staging, catchy songs, funny dialogue, and a strong message about using your voice and loving books and learning. It does contain scenes of shouting, bullying, and moments that feel scary to some younger children, but many families find it inspiring and enjoyable for confident children around 6–7 and up.

Is there a Matilda The Musical UK and Ireland tour?

Yes, the Royal Shakespeare Company’s Matilda The Musical is embarking on a second major UK and Ireland tour from October 2025 through 2026 and into early 2027. The tour opens at Curve Leicester and then visits cities including Bradford, Liverpool, Plymouth, Sunderland, Edinburgh, Manchester, Southampton, Bristol, Birmingham, Norwich, Dublin, Milton Keynes, Glasgow, and Cardiff, often staying several weeks in each venue.

How can I find cheap Matilda The Musical tickets?

To find cheaper tickets, it helps to look at midweek performances, particularly Tuesday to Thursday, and to choose seats in the Upper Circle or further back in the Stalls or Dress Circle that still provide a good view. Comparing official Cambridge Theatre or tour venue prices with discounts, family rates, group offers, and special promotions highlighted on the MusicalsAndTickets website is a smart way to secure good-value Matilda tickets that suit your budget.

Where is the best place to buy Matilda The Musical tickets?

The safest options are official outlets such as the Cambridge Theatre box office, the RSC and main ticketing partners, and authorised regional venue box offices for tour dates, all of which show live availability and clear pricing. After checking those, you can also explore the MusicalsAndTickets website, which often gathers standard tickets, discounted seats, and remaining best-view options for both London and tour performances in one place.

What time does Matilda The Musical start and when should I arrive?

In London, a typical week includes 7:00 pm evening performances on most weekdays and Saturdays, with matinees at 2:00 pm or 2:30 pm on Wednesdays and Saturdays and around 3:00 pm on Sundays; tour venues follow similar afternoon and evening patterns. Arriving at least 30–45 minutes before the advertised start time allows time for ticket checks, getting to your seats, and any pre-show visits to the bar or toilets without feeling rushed.

Where can I check Matilda The Musical showtimes?

Showtimes can vary on holidays, during school breaks, and across different tour venues, so it is important to check the schedule close to your chosen date. For the clearest, most up-to-date list of performance days and start times in London or on the UK and Ireland tour, it is recommended to visit the Matilda The Musical event page on the MusicalsAndTickets website, where current showtimes are displayed before you choose your tickets.