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Matilda The Musical tickets

The Royal Shakespeare Company's musical at the Cambridge Theatre · in London since 2011

4.7 (4,533 reviews · Headout)

Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament reflected in the Thames, with a Union Jack flying

Tickets for Matilda The Musical at the Cambridge Theatre in Seven Dials, near Covent Garden. You choose the date and performance in the calendar; the show lasts about 2 hours 35 minutes including a 20-minute interval.

from €29.97 / person

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  • Voucher by email
  • No printing needed

What to expect

A night at the Cambridge Theatre

The story

Matilda is an extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. The show is inspired by Roald Dahl's book.

The songs

Tim Minchin wrote the music and lyrics and Dennis Kelly the book. One of the songs is “My House”.

The production

The Royal Shakespeare Company first staged Matilda in Stratford-upon-Avon. In October 2011 it moved to the Cambridge Theatre, its London home ever since.

Good to know

Before your night at Matilda

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Getting there

The Cambridge Theatre is at 32-34 Earlham Street, London WC2H 9HU, in Seven Dials between Covent Garden and Shaftesbury Avenue. The nearest Tube stations are Covent Garden on the Piccadilly line, Leicester Square on the Northern and Piccadilly lines and Tottenham Court Road on the Central, Northern and Elizabeth lines. Charing Cross mainline station is within walking distance. The Lion King at the Lyceum is also close to Covent Garden station.

Arrival and the evening

Arrive at least 15 minutes before the performance begins. Bags are searched on arrival, and you are asked not to bring large bags. The show lasts about 2 hours 35 minutes including a 20-minute interval.

With children

Matilda is recommended for ages 6 and over and is not suitable for younger children. Children under 4, including babes in arms, are not admitted to the auditorium, and every child must sit in their own seat throughout the performance.

Vouchers and cancellation

Your voucher for Matilda comes by email after booking and needs no printing; take a valid photo ID with you to the Cambridge Theatre. Once booked, the tickets cannot be cancelled or changed, so go through date, time and seats before you pay. The way to the theatre by Tube is described under Plan your visit.

Official box office

LW Theatres, which runs the Cambridge Theatre, has the official box office. Tickets bought there come straight from the Cambridge Theatre.

Questions about Matilda

Where is Matilda on in London? +

At the Cambridge Theatre, 32-34 Earlham Street, Seven Dials, London WC2H 9HU. The nearest Tube stations are Covent Garden, Leicester Square and Tottenham Court Road.

How long is Matilda The Musical? +

About 2 hours 35 minutes including a 20-minute interval.

What is Matilda about? +

A girl who takes a stand. Matilda uses her imagination and her sharp mind to change her own destiny. The musical is inspired by Roald Dahl's book.

What age is Matilda suitable for? +

From 6. The show is not suitable for children under 6, and children under 4, including babes in arms, are not admitted. Every child needs their own seat.

Who wrote the songs? +

Tim Minchin wrote the music and lyrics; Dennis Kelly wrote the book.

Has Matilda won awards? +

Yes: seven Olivier Awards in London, a record that earned it a place in the 2013 Guinness Book of World Records. The Broadway transfer won four Tony Awards.

Are there special effects? +

Yes. The show uses flashing lights, lasers, loud sound effects and stage haze, balloons are popped on stage, and actors move through the audience.

Can I cancel my ticket? +

No. Tickets for Matilda cannot be cancelled or changed once booked, so pick the date, time and seats with care.

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Ready for Matilda?

Choose your date and seat. Your voucher arrives by email.