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Matt began his career working extensively as a freelance costume and prop-maker for stage, film and video at Robert Allsopp Associates before returning to study and subsequently graduate from the Motley theatre design course in 1994. During the 90's he worked at the National Theatre, London, as designer, design associate and draughtsman on over 40 productions, including Jerry Springer – The Opera, The Coast of Utopia and My Fair Lady. Since leaving the National Theatre he has worked in commercial theatre as an associate designer on many shows including The Woman in White, My Fair Lady (UK and USA tours), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (UK tour), Les Miserables (Broadway and Holland), Equus (West End). As part of a long working partnership with Cameron Mackintosh Ltd, Matt initially adapted the original staging for the new version of Mary Poppins which has toured internationally since its inception in 2007. In 2009 he was invited to redesign Les Miserables for its 25th Anniversary production as a UK Tour. The success of the new production has seen subsequent productions across the world and recently opened in March 2014 on Broadway. Matt also designed the 25th Anniversary concert for the show at London's O2 Arena in 2010. As part of the Phantom of the Opera's 25th Anniversary celebrations, Matt designed the fully staged concert at the Royal Albert Hall in 2011. In 2013, after the recent death of the Adrian Vaux, Matt was invited to work with Totie Driver as a co-designer and redevelop Miss Saigon ahead of its London revival at the Prince Edward Theatre. The show's success has recently seen it awarded with Best Set Design at the What’s On Stage Awards in 2015. Matt continues to design for a variety of productions and events both abroad and in the UK, having recently completed a two part Phantom prequel in Tokyo, the London premiere of Jerry Herman's Dear World and The Man of La Mancha and Chaplin in Sao Paulo, Broadway to the Bay at the WMC and Oliver! for Leicester Curve Theatre. He is currently reworking 'Chaplin' for it’s European premiere this Christmas.

Matt Kinley Productions

 
[West End, 2023]
Set Deisgn
 
[West End, 2021]
Designer
 
[West End, 2021]
Set Design Adaptation
 
[West End, 2021]
Set and Image Design
 
[US Tour, 2018] [Replacement]
Production Designer[Replacement]
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Set Design
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Set Designer
 
[West End, 2014]
Set Design
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Set and Image Designer
 
[US Tour, 2010]
Scenic Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Assistant Scenic Designer

Matt Kinley Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2014 - Best Scenic Design

Matt Kinley, Les Miserables

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Video: Go Inside Opening Night of LES MISERABLES in Toronto


Les Misérables has made its triumphant return to the Toronto stage at the Princess of Wales Theatre. The stars were out to support the show and celebrity guests were everywhere. Go inside the magical night in an all-new video.

Photos: Check Out New Images of LES MISERABLES US Tour


Check out new photos of the US Tour of Les Miserables.

Video: Check out MISS SAIGON Asia Tour Official First Bows


Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed new production of ‘80s mega-musical 'Miss Saigon' officially opened with a gala performance on March 26. This iteration of its London revival production ten years ago has found more inclusive storytelling with the casting of non-binary performer Seann Miley Moore in the lead role of The Engineer.

Video: Seann Miley Moore Leads THE AMERICAN DREAM


At the media presentation, Seann Miley Moore, The Engineer who’s part-Filipino, gave a taste of what’s in store for theatergoers when Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed new production of 'Miss Saigon' opens at The Theatre at Solaire this weekend.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Extends Booking Until 29 March 2025


Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 29 March 2025. Find out how to get tickets here!

LES MISERABLES Extends Booking to March 2025


LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 29 March 2025. The Christmas performance schedule is also announced. 

Tickets Now on Sale for LES MISERABLES at Proctors


Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's LES MISÉRABLES, are on sale for its engagement at the MainStage at Proctors, Schenectady. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: LES MISERABLES at Des Moines Performing Arts


One of the great things about the Des Moines Performing Arts Broadway series is that it not only introduces us to new productions in their season, but there are also a few shows you can purchase as an add-on that have stood the test of time. This week, they are bringing the musical 'Les Miserables' back for its 9th engagement since 1989.

Tickets On Sale For LES MISERABLES At Fox Theatre


Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES at Fox Theatre, Feb 16, are now on sale. Don't miss the world's most popular musical playing in Atlanta for one week only, June 4-9.

Five Kids Play Tam in MISS SAIGON Asian Tour


Five kids will join the cast of Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed new 'Miss Saigon' production in time for its premiere at The Theatre at Solaire in March 2024, which kicks off its Asian tour. This 'Miss Saigon' production initially played at the Sydney Opera House in 2023.

LES MISERABLES Comes To Overture Center in February


Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, is coming to Madison on Wednesday, Feb. 14 through Sunday, Feb. 18 in Overture Hall.

Feature: MILAN VAN WAARDENBURG SPEELT HOOFDROL IN LES MISERABLES IN LONDEN!


Producent Cameron Mackintosh is verheugd te melden dat Milan van Waardenburg, vanaf maandag 11 maart 2024, de hoofdrol van Jean Valjean gaat spelen in Les Misérables in het Londense Sondheim Theatre. Milan maakt zijn West End debuut nadat hij onlangs nog in Nederland en België in Les Misérables te zien was. Voor zijn vertolking van de hoofdrol van Jean Valjean ontving hij lovende kritieken en een Musical Award nominatie voor Beste Hoofdrolspeler in een Grote Musical. Milan was eerder oa te zien als Prins Hans in Disney's Frozen in Duitsland, Dimitri in Anastasia zowel in Duitsland als in Nederland, luitenant Frederic Charles en Quasimodo in Disney's The Hunchback of Notre Dame en Herbert in Tanz der Vampire, beide op tournee door Duitsland. Naast Milan zijn ook de Nederlanders Djavan van de Fliert en Anouk van Laake in de Londense versie van Les Misérables te zien. 

Peter Joback and Milan van Waardenburg to Join LES MISERABLES at the Sondheim Theatre


New casting has been announced for LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre, with Swedish star, Peter Jöback and Dutch leading artist, Milan van Waardenburg taking on the role of Jean Valjean respectively in the critically acclaimed production. 

Nigel Huckle, Laurence Mossman to Star in MISS SAIGON


Two familiar names, Nigel Huckle and Laurence Mossman, have made the list released by GWB Entertainment and GMG Productions, which unveiled the complete cast of 'Miss Saigon.'

Photos: See New Production Images of LES MISERABLES in the West End


Check out new production photos of Les Miserables in the West End!

Video: Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, and the Cast of SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Take Final Bows


Sondheim's Old Friends played its final show in London at the Gielgud Theatre on 6 January. Led by Broadway Legends Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga, watch the cast take their final bows in the video here!

LES MISERABLES Kicks Off The New Year At The Lied Center!


Get your tickets now for Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Boublil and Schönberg's LES MISÉRABLES at the Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln. Don't miss the world's most popular musical!

LES MISERABLES Returns To Boston Performances At The Citizens Bank Opera House, August 13 �" 25


Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, are now on sale.  Performances at the Citizens Bank Opera House August 13 – 25, 2024.  LES MISÉRABLES is part of the 23/24 Lexus Broadway In Boston season.

Tickets For LES MISERABLES at Overture Center Go On Sale This Week


Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, will go on sale Friday, Dec. 1 at 11 a.m. for its engagement at Overture Center Feb. 14-18.

Will West End's OLD FRIENDS Transfer to Broadway?


Just last month, the company of Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends celebrated its West End opening night at the Gielgud Theatre, where it is playing until 6 January 2024. Another opening night might be on the horizon, however...

Matt Kinley FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Matt Kinley been nominated for?

Matt Kinley has been nominated for Best Scenic Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Les Miserables.

What awards has Matt Kinley won?

Matt Kinley has won the Best Scenic Design award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Les Miserables.

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