Matilda The Musical in Edinburgh 2026

Matilda The Musical bursts into life with a whirlwind of imagination and rebellion, captivating audiences in Edinburgh. Experience the magic at the Edinburgh Playhouse from Mar 4 – Mar 22, 2026. This is your chance to witness a tale of courage and cleverness that will leave you spellbound. Secure your Matilda The Musical tickets today!

Matilda The Musical Edinburgh Tickets

Date	Price	Tickets
Saturday Mar 21, 2026 02:30 PM	Matilda the Musical from £90.08	Tickets
Saturday Mar 21, 2026 07:30 PM	Matilda the Musical from £78.47	Tickets

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Cast in Edinburgh

Here is the principal UK and Ireland tour cast of Matilda The Musical, focusing on the main roles only.

• Madison Davis as Matilda
• Mollie Hutton as Matilda
• Olivia Ironmonger as Matilda
• Sanna Kurihara as Matilda
• Richard Hurst as Miss Trunchbull
• Tessa Kadler as Miss Honey
• Adam Stafford as Mr Wormwood
• Rebecca Thornhill as Mrs Wormwood

The Venue: Edinburgh Playhouse

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Matilda The Musical in Edinburgh in 2026?

Matilda The Musical runs at the Edinburgh Playhouse from Wednesday 4 March to Sunday 22 March 2026, giving you almost three weeks of dates and a mix of evening and matinee performances to choose from for your visit.

Where is Matilda The Musical playing in Edinburgh?

The show is playing at the Edinburgh Playhouse, 18–22 Greenside Place in Edinburgh city centre, a large theatre that regularly hosts big touring West End musicals and has plenty of seating options across several levels.

What is Matilda The Musical about?

Matilda The Musical is based on Roald Dahl’s story about an extraordinary little girl with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, who is ignored by her parents and bullied by her headteacher, but discovers she has special powers and dares to take a stand to change her own destiny.

Which awards has Matilda The Musical won?

The show is a multi-award-winning hit, with over 80–100 major awards worldwide and many Best Musical wins, including seven Olivier Awards in London, making it one of the most celebrated family musicals of the last decade.

What are the performance times and running time in Edinburgh?

Performances in Edinburgh usually start at 7:30 pm for evening shows, with additional 2:30 pm matinees on selected days, and the running time is around 2 hours 40–45 minutes including an interval, so you can plan travel, dinner, and childcare around a full evening or afternoon at the theatre.

Is Matilda The Musical suitable for children and families?

The production is recommended for children aged 6 and over, and children under 4 are not admitted; it is written as a family show with lots of humour and music, but it also includes some dark themes, loud effects, and intense moments, so it is best for school-age children who can sit through a full-length musical.

Are there any content warnings for the Edinburgh performances?

The show features flashing lights, lasers, loud sound effects, stage haze or smoke, latex balloons that are popped onstage, and moments where actors interact in audience spaces, so if anyone in your group is sensitive to light, sound, or surprises it is helpful to know this in advance.

How much do tickets for Matilda The Musical in Edinburgh cost?

Ticket prices in Edinburgh start from the mid-teens to around the mid-twenties for the lowest price bands and rise through several levels to higher prices for premium seats and peak dates, so you can choose between more affordable seats further from the stage and top-price central seats on busy performances.

How can I get cheaper tickets for Matilda The Musical in Edinburgh?

To find cheaper tickets, look at the calendar and target off-peak shows such as weekday evenings or earlier in the run, choose seats in higher or more distant sections where prices start lower, book as early as possible before the cheapest bands sell out, and be flexible with dates so you can select performances that still show the lowest “from” prices.

Are there any discounts or special ticket schemes available?

For this tour there may be priority booking and occasional offers for members, plus potential group or family rates on some dates, so if you are booking for a larger group or qualify for membership schemes it is worth checking if any discounts apply before finalising your tickets.

What is the best way to travel to the Edinburgh Playhouse for the show?

The Edinburgh Playhouse is centrally located near public transport links and city centre parking, so many people travel in by bus, tram, or train and walk the short distance to Greenside Place, and allowing extra time for traffic, parking, and queues helps you arrive relaxed and ready to find your seats without rushing.

Why should I see Matilda The Musical in Edinburgh?

This visit brings the full-scale, multi-award-winning production to Edinburgh with Tim Minchin’s songs, Dennis Kelly’s script, and the Royal Shakespeare Company’s staging, so you can enjoy a West End–level show locally, packed with clever lyrics, energetic choreography, and an uplifting story that appeals to both adults and children.

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