A dark and delightful adaptation of Roald Dahl's tale of a child genius, and her monstrous headmistress
Comes to life with a buzzing vitality that proves irresistible
The Telegraph
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About The Cambridge Theatre
Built in 1930, the Cambridge Theatre has a small foyer and large open auditorium. It's a perfect example of Art Deco style with its simple but beautifully designed interior. The theatre seats just over 1300 people split over three levels; the stalls, dress circle and upper circle. Originally designed as a picture house, the auditorium is free from obstructions and gives a good clear view to the stage from nearly every seat in the house. Located on the Seven Dials, the venue is surrounded by a whole host of attractions, restaurants, bars and hotels and getting to and from the theatre is never a problem.
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Audience Latest Reviews
Must see, 5***** First of all let me Say how friendly and welcoming the staff and crew were as well as accommodating.
My experience for maltida was under what I expected; people were still coming in to the show 45 mins after than when we started so I couldn’t see much of the production! Then someone behind me kept kicking my chair and talking loudly with there group they was in. I then spoke to one of the stewards who couldn’t stop apologising enough and moved me & my husband for the second half.
& oh my the view was amazing and the show was absolutely fantastic.
I didn’t get the name of the steward! But he was an absolute star and made my birthday as well as anniversary! If it wasn’t for him I would have left.
Alison, 02 Jul 2025
Enjoyable family theatre I took my granddaughter aged nine and although we enjoyed the show, we both felt it lacked the magic of Mary Poppins and the thrill of Wicked.
It seems mean to criticise the young Matilda but her performance came across as quite bland and unemotional, whereas the supporting children were amazing. I found it difficult to understand her words quite a lot, particularly at the beginning when singing.The mother stood out particularly and we liked the production very much but none of the songs were memorable. A good show but not a great one.
Elizabeth, 29 Jun 2025
Colour and eventful Amazing and spectacular show!
Sophie, 26 Jun 2025
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