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.
VENUE Cambridge Theatre, Earlham St, London WC2H 9HU
TICKETS From £20.00 – No fees
All ticket prices include a £1.70 restoration levy
LOTTERY £25 tickets available for every Monday – Sunday performance. Draws will take place daily, except on Thursdays. Enter here.
BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE For maximised flexibility, customers can exchange their tickets up to 48 hours prior to the event. A £3 per ticket exchange fee will apply.
GIFT VOUCHERS Now Available
ACCESS Click here to find out about access tickets for Matilda
GROUPS Read more here
RUNNING TIME 2 hours, 35 minutes (including 20 min interval)
AGE RECOMMENDATION 6+
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.
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.
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.
For any other questions, please visit our FAQs page and take a look at our visitor guide before you come. 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
Daily Express
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Enter the lottery
Come on Bruce, be our hero! £25 tickets will be available in a weekly draw for the following weeks performances.
Treat yourself to a Gold Experience – perfect for a special occasion or to simply add even more sparkle and style to your night. Our renowned Red Coats will host you with exceptional service, ensuring you have a truly unforgettable experience and feel like a star.
Choose from our specially crafted FAMILY or FAMILY BOX package – and we’ll take care of the rest.
Accessibility Information: Please note, we regrettably cannot provide step-free access to our VIP Lounge. Please contact the Hospitality team for further details.
The price below does not include the price of the seat ticket
Includes:
- Greeted and hosted by a Red Coat Butler
- Access to VIP LOUNGE – available 1 hour before show time and during interval
- Pre-show drink and savoury snack
- Interval drink and ice-cream
- Show programme to share
T&Cs
If any member of your group has a food allergy please email the Hospitality team after you have booked your experience. Pre-show and interval drinks include up to 2 x 175ml glasses of house wine, any beer or soft drink per person. Alcohol can only be served to and consumer by persons aged 18 years and over. Please drink responsibly.
Includes:
- Greeted and hosted by a Red Coat Butler
- Pre-show drink and savoury snack
- Interval drink and ice-cream
- Show programme to share
- All served in your Box – available 30 minutes before show time and during interval
T&Cs
If any member of your group has a food allergy please email the Hospitality team after you have booked your experience. Pre-show and interval drinks include up to 2 x 175ml glasses of house wine, any beer or soft drink per person. Alcohol can only be served to and consumer by persons aged 18 years and over. Please drink responsibly.
If you are looking for a bespoke experience please email our team.
If you already have tickets you can add a GOLD experience via your booking confirmation or email our team – please have your booking reference handy.
Group & School Rates
Groups and School Bookings
Being a little bit naughty is way more fun in a group. Discover our great groups and schools rates for groups from 6+.
Access
Access Bookings
Are you an access customer? Find out more information about access performances & how to book access tickets for Matilda the Musical.
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