Musicals

Matilda The Musical Tickets

Step into the world of Roald Dahl’s fearless heroine in this Olivier-winning musical, packed with Tim Minchin’s hit songs, sharp wit, and record-breaking West End success.

4.7/5(4,361)

Susan A

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

6 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️A brilliant and gorgeous show and not to miss experience! The stage was engaging while we waited for the show to begin and then, WOW, the show from start to finish was clever, the cast phenomenal and perfect. Gorgeous start to finish. Bravo!!

Based on Roald Dahl’s beloved book, Matilda the Musical delights audiences with clever humour, a defiant young heroine, and a powerful story of standing up.

Winner of 100+ awards (including 25 for Best Musical), critics at The Daily Telegraph accurately hail the production as "hilarious, moving, and glorious."

Playing at the Cambridge Theatre, it is now the 10th longest-running musical in West End history, cementing its status as a modern theatrical classic.

The playful, precise staging requires 8,320 balloons and 100 tubs of chocolate spread yearly, alongside 86 complex sound cues per performance.

Expect bold choreography and fan-favorite songs like “When I Grow Up” and “Revolting Children.” Book your London tickets today!

The story

In a quiet English village, young Matilda Wormwood stands out, not for trouble, but for her brilliance, quick wit, and love of books. Neglected by her brash parents and ruled by the fearsome Miss Trunchbull at school, Matilda discovers a spark of something truly extraordinary. As tensions rise, she hatches a bold plan to outwit the adults and rewrite her own fate… but how far will her courage take her?

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What our guests say
Susan A
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
6 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️A brilliant and gorgeous show and not to miss experience! The stage was engaging while we waited for the show to begin and then, WOW, the show from start to finish was clever, the cast phenomenal and perfect. Gorgeous start to finish. Bravo!!
Jennifer C
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
We loved it! Brilliant performance. We enjoyed every bit of it. The performers, the music, the atmosphere were all fantastic. My son was worried it would be too long to sit but he felt it fly by as he enjoyed it so much. It exceeded all my expectations. Highly recommend!
Ida S
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Every aspect of the show exceeded my expectations that were already pretty high. Increadible acting and singing, every character was interesting, visual effects immersive and the children on stage simply magical. I left the theatre immediately wanting to go again!
Daniel K
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Lovely little venue with a good view. The cast of the show were great, Matilda herself was amazing. I was really impressed with her, for her age she's going to be a star! She already is, all the kids were brilliant in fact they all were. 5 stars from me.
Luciana L
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was a delight to see the musical *Matilda* with my family! My 11- and 15-year-old daughters loved it! The theater is beautiful, the stage design is incredible, the actors are wonderful, and the musical is so lively and fun! It was totally worth it!

Show details

Categories: Musical, Kids, Comedy, Olivier Winner, Critics' Choice, Fantasy

Audience: Suitable for 6+

Theatre name: Cambridge Theatre

Find the best seats in the house with the Cambridge Theatre seating plan

Theatre facilities: Bar, cloakroom, restrooms

Theatre accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, accessible restrooms, guide dogs are welcome, access performances

Dress code: Smart casual

Cast & crew

Author: Roald Dahl

Book: Dennis Kelly

Direction: Matthew Warchus

Music & Lyrics: Tim Minchin

Additional information

Age guidance: Recommended for ages 6 and above. Children under 4 years old are strictly not permitted in the theatre. If you arrive with a child under 4, your entire party may be refused entry.

Supervision: Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult (aged 18+) and cannot sit alone in the auditorium.

Content warning: The show includes flashing lights, lasers, loud sound effects, stage haze, and onstage balloon pops, with occasional actor interaction within the audience.

Disclaimer: Theatre does not have an official age classification board. All age recommendations are subjective, so please use your own discretion when booking tickets.