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When did Matilda the Musical open in the West End?
Matilda the Musical premiered at the Royal Shakespeare Company's Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon on 9th December 2010. The show transferred to the Cambridge Theatre in London's West End in 2011, where it remains to this day.
What is the running time of Matilda the Musical in London?
Matilda the Musical has a running time of 2 hours & 35 minutes including a 20-minute interval.
Where is Matilda the Musical playing in London?
Matilda the Musical is currently playing at the Cambridge Theatre in London's West End. Matilda the Musical has been playing at the Cambridge Theatre since 2011 after it debuted at the RSC's Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2010.
What is Matilda the Musical in London about?
Matilda the Musical is based on Roald Dahl's 1988 children's novel of the same name. The show follows the story of Matilda Wormwood - a gifted young girl who realizes she has certain magical powers. Raised by cruel parents, Matilda finds solace in library books where she creates her own vivid stories. When she finally starts going to school, the beastly headmistress Miss Trunchbull thinks that all children are maggots, but Matilda finds companionship in her kind & gentle teacher Miss Honey.
What age group is Matilda the Musical in London suitable for?
The recommended viewing age for Matilda the Musical is 6 and above, but children aged 4 and older will be admitted into the auditorium.
Is there a dress code for Matilda the Musical in the West End?
There is no dress code for Matilda the Musica, or any other West End show - wear anything you feel comfortable wearing to the theatre! Jeans and trainers are perfectly acceptable, though many theatregoers opt for a smart casual dress code, particularly for evening performances. Want to know more about London theatre etiquette? Check out our blog that answers 10 FAQs about going to a London theatre show!
What do audiences think of Matilda the Musical in the West End?
Theatre critics and audiences have very positive things to say about Matilda the Musical. The Guardian's Lynn Gardner stated, “Writer Dennis Kelly and composer and lyricist Tim Minchin go to the top of the class with this anarchically joyous, gleefully nasty and ingenious musical adaptation".
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