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Roald Dahl

Date of Death: November 23, 1990 (74)

Birth Place: Llandaff, WALES

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Review: ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Bryant High School


What did our critic think of ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Bryant High School?

Magik Theatre Presents THE BFG This May


Experience the magic of Roald Dahl's THE BFG, adapted for the stage by David Wood, at Magik Theatre from May 4 to June 2, 2024. Join Sophie and the Big Friendly Giant on their journey to save the children of England.

Northglenn Youth Theatre Celebrates 30 Years With SOMETHING ROTTEN!, SHREK, and More


Northglenn Youth Theatre has announced its upcoming 2024-25 season in celebration of its 30th year. Learn more about the season lineup here!

Video: Melissa Barrera Talks Her ABIGAIL Character in New Featurette


A new featurette has been released for the horror film Abigail. In the behind-the-scenes look, In the Heights star Melissa Barrera talks about her character, who is a medic in the film. Abigail follows a group of would-be criminals who kidnap the 12-year-old ballerina daughter of a powerful underworld figure. But the captors soon discover, to their mounting horror, that they’re locked inside with no normal little girl. Watch the video here!

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Comes to Alaska PAC Next Month


Matilda the Musical comes to Alaska PAC next month. Performances run May 9, 2024 - May 19, 2024 in the Sydney Laurence Theatre.

Video: First Look At THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre


Get a first look at Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON's THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson. Check out the all-new video!

Royal River Community Players Perform MATILDA This May


This May, Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical, is coming to the Royal River Community Players (RRCP) Playhouse from May 17-26, 2024. Under the direction of Janie Downey, the musical is based on Roald Dahl's beloved novel, and features a book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin.

Photos: First Look At THE MUSIC MAN At Marriott Theatre


Marriott Theatre is continuing its 2024 season with MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson. See photos from the production!

Riz Ahmed Joins Michael Cera in Wes Anderson's Upcoming Film


Riz Ahmed has been cast in his latest film. According to reports, the Sound of Metal actor will be appearing in the next feature from Wes Anderson. Currently in production in Berlin, this will mark the first time Ahmed will be part of an Anderson project. His previous films include Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Venom, and the 2023 animated Nimona.

Interview: Alexandra Silber On Taking On THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre


xWe spoke with Alexandra Silber about starring in Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson.

Photos: First Look at the Cast of THE MUSIC MAN at the Marriott Theatre


Marriott Theatre is continuing its 2024 season with MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN. THE MUSIC MAN began previews April 10, opens Wednesday, April 17 at 7:30 pm and runs through June 2, 2024. Check out photos of the cast here!

Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL by Act Three Productions


What did our critic think of MATILDA THE MUSICAL by Act Three Productions?

1,500 Under-Resourced Children Invited To WILLY WONKA Through Valley Youth Theatre's Sponsor-A-Seat Initiative


Valley Youth Theatre's Sponsor-A-Seat Initiative plans to bring the magic of ROALD DAHL'S WILLY WONKA to 1,500 underprivileged children in June 2024.

First Stage's Young Company to Present AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE


First Stage's Young Company, the Theater Academy's award-winning training program for advanced high school actors, will present its final production of the 2023/24 season, AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Virginia Repertory Theatre Announces WAITRESS, FAT HAM, And More for 2024-2025 SEASON


Virginia Rep has announced the 2024-2025 Season: an exciting line-up of musicals, plays, and special presentations at all three locations, including the Signature Season at the November Theatre downtown, the Barksdale Season at Hanover Tavern, and the Family Season in the Jessie Bogese Theatre at the Virginia Rep Center for Arts and Education. Partner productions in the Theatre Gym and additional community partnerships will be announced at a later time. 

Video: Watch the All New Trailer For ABIGAIL


Abigail stars Melissa Barrera (Scream franchise, In the Heights), Dan Stevens (Gaslit, Legion), Kathryn Newton (Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, Freaky), William Catlett (Black Lightning, True Story), Kevin Durand (Resident Evil: Retribution, X-Men Origins: Wolverine) and Angus Cloud (Euphoria, North Hollywood) as the kidnappers and Alisha Weir (Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical, Darklands) as Abigail.

Over 1,300 Performances Added to the 2024 Edinburgh Festival Fringe Lineup


A new batch of shows to be staged at the 2024 Edinburgh Festival Fringe has been revealed. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Cumberland Theatre Stars of Tomorrow to Present JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH


Experience Roald Dahl's classic, JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH, presented by the Cumberland Theatre Stars of Tomorrow Youth Program. Learn how to purchase tickets!

MATILDA, THE MUSICAL Returns to Enlighten, Inspire and Entertain


The Olivier Award-winning musical 'Matilda,' based on the beloved children’s book by Roald Dahl, is back on its feet and continues to tour Asia and the Middle East next. Its creative team and many of its original cast and crew thought they’d be back on the road in the latter part of 2020, but the pandemic has kept them a little longer.

MATILDA, WAITRESS, and More Set For the Grand Theatre's 2024/25 Season


The lineup  includes six beloved and blockbuster titles, three locally conceptualized and constructed London Proud productions that will go on to shine across the country, four Ontario premieres, and the always sold-out Jeans ‘n Classics concert series. Learn more about the full season here!

Roald Dahl FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Roald Dahl written?

Roald Dahl has written 3 shows including The Honeys (Playwright), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Author), Matilda the Musical (Source Material).

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