Matilda the Musical Reviews
Los Angeles Times- Recommended
"..."Matilda" isn't especially memorable for its staging or score, both of which are well done though hardly remarkable. What sets this show about a bookish youngster apart is its narrative enchantment. That is the magic that fittingly allows this musical to fly."
LA Weekly- Recommended
"...But the fantastical, fairy-tale quality of musicals favors the universal, and Matilda: The Musical - now in its tour stop at the Ahmanson Theatre while still running in London and Broadway - makes these classic concerns feel relevant."
Broadway World- Recommended
"...Matthew Warchus' staging is nothing short of brilliant as is Peter Darling's choreography. Every move is slickly orchestrated. The children move about with a skill and panache, usually reserved for dancers of increased age and experience.Tim Minchin's music has a sharp rock sound which works perfectly with the over.the.top cartoonish execution of the story. Set and costume design by Rob Howell and lighting design by Hugh Vanstone are uber loud and in your face, again a perfect match for this cartoon."
The Hollywood Reporter- Recommended
"...Together with choreographer Peter Darling (Billy Elliot), he miraculously corrals a company of children who, on second glance, probably don't require much corralling. Consisting mainly of pre-teens, the ensemble makes Darling's precision-fueled dance steps look like second nature. Even more impressive is the fact that no matter how polished their performances, they still come across as regular kids."
ArtsInLA- Recommended
"...Nothing is off-limits for bookwriter Kelly, director Warchus, and this gloriously gifted comedic company of players."
Culture Vulture- Recommended
"..."Matilda"� is a sophisticated treat regardless of your age. Tim Minchin's music and lyrics are crisp, the acting and dancing from even the youngest cast members is superb. Rob Howell's set is just as fresh as the rest of the material."
KCRW- Recommended
"...Matilda is a joy. Almost half the cast is made up of a corps of nine to 12 year-olds who are fantastic but the real payoff is the young female heroine and the complication of the narrative. Mr. Dahl is a master of speaking to children rather than speaking down to them."