Matilda The Musical
29 April – 17 May 2026
Event details
Following the sell-out success of its first tour in 2018/19, Matilda The Musical, the multi award-winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by Roald Dahl, is heading back out on tour across the UK and Ireland.
In celebration of 15 years on stage since opening at the Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon, and following performances in 100 cities across 17 countries worldwide, Matilda now returns to Southampton.
With book by Dennis Kelly, music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and directed by Matthew Warchus, Matilda is the story of an extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Winner of over 100 international awards, including 24 for Best Musical, the ‘unique and unforgettable’ (Rolling Stone) global phenomenon, Matilda has now delighted over 12 million audience members worldwide. ‘Simply unmissable. There’s never been a better time to see Matilda’ (Huffington Post).
Venue
Theatre — Mayflower Theatre
Price
Accessible performances
Information on accessible performances
Age advice
Recommended age 6+
Under 2s are not allowed
Running Time
Approx. 2hrs and 35mins including an interval
Warnings
May contain haze effects and strobe lighting
Further information
Discounts
Discounts do not apply to Price Zone F and do not apply to Fri, Sat and Sun performances otherwise stated. Discounts are subject to availability and can be removed at any time
Executive Membership 20% off two tickets on Thu 30 Apr or £6 off one ticket on top two prices at all other performances
Executive Plus Membership 20% off four tickets on Thu 30 Apr or £6 off two tickets on top two prices at all other performances
Access Member £5 off
Groups (10+) £5 off*
Groups (20+) £6 off and one free with every twenty paid*
Young person under 16 £6 off
Schools/Young People’s Group 10+ All tickets £19.50 on Tue-Thu performances, plus one free supervisor with every 20. Additional supervisors at full price**
RSC 16 – 25s 10 tickets per performance to be available at £10.00 for 16-25 year olds. Only applicable on Price Zones E and F. Available over the phone or in person only. Proof of age may be required for admission to the venue
*not available online – please call 02380 711811
** not available on Price Zone A. Not available online – please email schools@mayflower.org.uk
Extras
Matilda the Musical Touch Tour
Thu 14 May 2026 at 12:30pm
To accompany the audio described performance of Matilda the Musical we are running a Touch Tour before the show at Mayflower Theatre. The Touch Tour will take place from 12:30pm-1pm before the matinee performance.
A Touch Tour allows visually impaired patrons and those supporting them, the opportunity to familiarise themselves with elements of set, props and costumes before attending the show.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes before the Touch Tour begins.
To book your place on the Touch Tour please contact our Box Office on 02380 711811.
Afternoon Tea
Enjoy a lovely pot of tea and delicious classic treats in a calm space of our historic Grade-II listed theatre. You don’t need to be seeing a show – but if you do have matinee tickets, we will get you to your seat on time!
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