Few modern musicals have achieved the cultural impact of Matilda. Produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company, this multi-award-winning stage phenomenon has been captivating audiences for more than 15 years, collecting over 100 international awards and firmly establishing itself as one of contemporary theatre’s standout successes.
It continues its celebrated West End run and is set to return to Birmingham Hippodrome, where it remains a firm favourite in the city’s theatre calendar.
Matilda the Musical is coming to Birmingham Hippodrome this summer, Wed 1 July – Sun 2 August.
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Here are the reasons it continues to enchant audiences of all ages:
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A Roald Dahl classic brought vividly to life
At its heart, Matilda the Musical stays true to Roald Dahl’s beloved novel, capturing his signature blend of dark humour, wit and sharp sense of justice. On stage, that world is expanded with bold theatrical imagination, transforming a familiar story into something fresh, vibrant and full of energy.
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Matilda Wormwood: a quietly powerful heroine
Matilda is one of theatre’s most compelling young characters. Despite her size, she carries enormous dramatic weight, defined not by physical strength, but by intelligence, curiosity and emotional resilience. The story follows her quiet defiance in a world that constantly underestimates her, celebrating inner strength and creativity over force.
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Inventive staging that reimagines a classroom world
The production transforms everyday school life into something far more creative, using physical theatre, choreography and clever design to create a storybook-like world. At points, the staging breaks the boundaries of the auditorium, with paper aeroplanes flying out into the audience in moments of playful interaction, alongside bursts of colour and confetti-filled spectacle heightening the sense of joy and theatrical magic running throughout.
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A genuinely family-friendly West End experience
With its blend of humour, heart and underdog spirit, Matilda the Musical appeals across generations. It’s easy for younger audiences to enjoy, while still offering humour and emotional depth that resonates with people of all ages.
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A gateway into Roald Dahl’s imagination
For many, Matilda the Musical is a first step into Roald Dahl’s wider world, sparking curiosity and encouraging younger readers to explore his stories and the unmistakable voice behind them.
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Performance Details
Packed with laughter, spectacle and heart, Matilda the Musical remains a brilliantly uplifting trip to the theatre. Coming to Birmingham Hippodrome this Summer from Wed 1 Jul – Sun 2 Aug. Book tickets [here].
