Matilda The Musical Tickets

Looking for an inspirational musical that’s all about doing the right thing? Enter Matilda the Musical. Roald Dahl’s story of a courageous school girl who fights for justice - with a few telekinetic powers too - transformed the West End. There’s plenty of nostalgic joy in Matilda, from a Bruce Bogtrotter cake-eating scene to the terrifying Miss Trunchbull ruling over Crunchem Hall. The David versus Goliath tale broke Olivier Awards records and it’s been at the Cambridge Theatre since 2011. Impressive really, for a show that was originally commissioned for a 2010 Christmas run! 

Matilda the Musical in London comes alive thanks to an infectious score by Tim Minchin and a book by Dennis Kelly. It’s so popular in fact, there’s even a Matilda the Musical movie, starring some of the original West End cast members! But, if you’re looking for a family-friendly West End musical that’ll leave you smiling, Matilda’s the show for you. Discover all the songs in the musical and learn more about Matilda in London now.

The most famous Matilda the Musical songs

All the Matilda the Musical songs add a spark to Matilda Wormwood’s story. She’s a young, gifted school kid who thirsts for knowledge, but her parents refuse to see her inner talents. Matilda Wormwood feels lost, but two adults help her: Miss Honey, her school teacher, and Mrs. Phelps, the librarian. Unfortunately, Matilda must face up to Miss Trunchbull, Crunchem Hall’s staunch headmistress who believes all children are maggots. Delightful! 

During the Matilda musical, you’ll discover how she saves the day, proving that tiny minds can dream up the biggest things. Listen out for famous songs, including “Naughty,” “When I Grow Up,” “Revolting Children”, and a cleverly concocted “School Song”. The alphabet never sounded so fun! 

Miracle

All parents think their child’s the best, right? Wrong. In this witty ensemble number, lots of parents share how excited they are to meet their “special little guy” and “angel sent down from the sky”. Halfway through the song, audiences meet Mrs Wormwood as she gives birth to Matilda, but they’re less than thrilled. Mr Wormwood expresses his anger that Matilda isn’t a boy! Perhaps not the miracle they dreamed of…

Naughty

In her early years, Matilda doesn’t go to school. She’s not taught anything. Instead, she fills her time by soaking up literary adventures - some very advanced for her young mind. Matilda lets out her pent-up frustration in “Naughty” and realises that she is the one who will change her story. Watch out for Matilda mixing peroxide into Mr Wormwood’s hair dye here. Matilda will start school in due course, much to her parents’ dismay. 

School Song

Matilda Wormwood and her new friend, Lavender Brown, face the imposingly high Crunchem Hall gates for the first time. As they walk into the building, they’re met by taller, braver, scarier students who’ll teach them how to survive. Listen to the lyrics closely, they spell out the alphabet!

Pathetic

From the moment Matilda shoots her hand up in class, Miss Honey realises she’s someone special. In this solo, Miss Honey tries to muster all her strength to face the formidable Miss Trunchbull. Many West End actresses have played Miss Honey over the years, including Lauren Ward, Lauren Byrne and Gina Beck. Discover the Matilda the Musical London cast.

The Hammer

Look, it’s easy to boo Miss Trunchbull in Matilda. But her songs are definitely earworms! In “The Hammer”, this scary headmistress show off her former hammer-throwing championship prowess. She’s teaching Miss Honey that good discipline will put these children in line. 

Loud

Matilda’s thriving at school. It’s a place to learn, discover, grow and be challenged intellectually. Unfortunately, all that stops at home when she’s with her parents. In “Loud”, Mrs Wormwood teaches her daughter in her special way. Instead of being book smart, you should sell the way you look! Watch out for “Loud” becoming a big dance number. It’s flashy! 

This Little Girl

Away from the bustling Wormwood house, Miss Honey lives a quiet life. She’s passionate about her children, so much so, she vows to advocate for Matilda Wormwood. In “This Little Girl”, audiences learn about Miss Honey’s past and self-esteem struggles. We promise things are looking up and there are sunnier days ahead! 

Bruce

Oh no! Who’s eaten Miss Trunchbull’s chocolate cake? Everyone knows to stay away. Bruce Bogtrotter confesses to his sweet-treat-stealing. So how does Miss Trunchbull make him apologise? By eating the whole thing, of course. There’s lots of glitz and jazz hands in “Bruce” up until the final bite… or should we say burp.

From the magical to the tyrannical, there’s a bit of everything in these Matilda The Musical characters! The beloved Roald Dahl story was transformed into the multi-award-winning stage show by Tim Minchin in 2010. Since then, it has charmed children and adults all over the world. But do you know much about the Matilda The Musical characters? We’re here to introduce you to Matilda and the people in her life.

Who is the main character in Matilda The Musical?

Matilda Wormwood

She's a nuisance. Well, to her parents, at least. The book-obsessed little girl is nothing like her family, and they don’t know what to do with her. Neither does school. With a monstrous head teacher who terrifies pupils and teachers alike, Matilda needs a safe place. 

Despite what her family thinks, Matilda is special. While standing up for other pupils and hitting back at those who’ve wronged her, she develops magical abilities that might be the solution to everyone’s problems. The lead character has some of the biggest Matilda The Musical songs, including 'Naughty'.

Young actresses covet the role of Matilda. Four young performers are cast to play the role to ensure the demanding performance is manageable. When it opened in the West End in 2011, the four original actors collectively won the Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical, and the current Matildas are just as talented! 

Matilda’s parents are glued to the television day in and day out, blissfully unaware of their daughter's extraordinary talents. Eventually, they enrol her in school and place her straight into the clutches of the infamous Trunchull, who believes that children are truly revolting and that Matilda is a ‘nasty little troublemaking goblin’. Little does she know that Matilda only makes trouble for those who deserve it, and the so-called ‘revolting’ children are about to start a revolution!

Matilda the Musical has been inspiring audiences for over a decade, and has since been adapted into a smash-hit film and is filled to the brim with timeless Tim Minchin classics. Read on for 5 Matilda the Musical moments from the beloved adaptation of Roald Dahl’s timeless story!

Matilda the Musical has been delighting audiences of all ages for 10 terrific years in the West End. The wonderful musical has wowed many at London’s Cambridge Theatre with its inspiring story based on the beloved book by Roald Dahl. Tickets for Matilda the Musical are now booking until 28 May 2023. The multi-award-winning musical has marvellous music and lyrics by the comedian Tim Minchin and for #StageySoundtrackSunday we’ve picked our top 5 songs!

Celebrating its tenth anniversary at the Cambridge Theatre, Matilda remains a popular show in London’s West End. Based on the magical story by renowned author, Roald Dahl, and with songs by actor and award-winning writer, Tim Minchin, this musical was always set to be a hit.

Matilda the Musical recently celebrated its 10th birthday in the West End. In its 10 wonderful years at London’s Cambridge Theatre it has delighted audiences of all ages with an inspiring story based on the beloved book by Roald Dahl and with music and lyrics by the comedian Tim Minchin. Tickets for Matilda the Musical are now booking until 18 December 2022. The multi-award-winning musical has released new production images of its 2021 cast. Take a look at our gallery below.

Tim Minchin’s Matilda the Musical is set to reopen at the West End’s Cambridge Theatre on 16 September 2021. The stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s beloved tale is coming up to its 10^th anniversary this October and is being adapted into a film. The incredible musical is almost set to open its doors and has revealed its full cast ahead of its return!