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Matilda The Musical
- Wednesday 23 September - Monday 12 October 2026 · 19:30 – 22:00
- St James Theatre , Te Aro NZ$58.50
Wellington, get ready! New Zealand’s most revolting children are set to storm the capital for the very first time in the premiere season of Matilda the Musical at the St James Theatre in 2026.
Inspired by Roald Dahl’s beloved book and featuring original songs by Tim Minchin, this smash-hit stage spectacular is being brought to life by Capital Theatre Trust and G&T Productions — the team behind critically acclaimed seasons of Mamma Mia!, Wicked, We Will Rock You and Les Misérables.
Packed with high-energy dance numbers, unforgettable songs including When I Grow Up and Naughty, and more than a few pranks, Matilda the Musical has taken the world by storm. The show has travelled to 91 cities, won over 100 international awards (including 24 for Best Musical), and delighted more than 11 million audience members worldwide.
Now, it’s Wellington’s turn to join the rebellion.
At the heart of the story is Matilda, an extraordinary little girl with a vivid imagination, sharp mind, and surprising psychokinetic powers. With the help of her kind teacher Miss Honey — and a motley crew of “revolting children” — she dares to take a stand against the terrifying Miss Trunchbull and change her own destiny.
With dazzling choreography, clever storytelling, and a whole lot of youthful rebellion, Matilda the Musical is a joyous girl power romp and the perfect school holiday outing — whether you’re seven or seventy.
All dates
- Wed, 23 Sep 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Thu, 24 Sep 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Fri, 25 Sep 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Sat, 26 Sep 2026 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Sat, 26 Sep 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Sun, 27 Sep 2026 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Tue, 29 Sep 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Wed, 30 Sep 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Thu, 1 Oct 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Fri, 2 Oct 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Sat, 3 Oct 2026 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Sat, 3 Oct 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Sun, 4 Oct 2026 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Tue, 6 Oct 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Wed, 7 Oct 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Thu, 8 Oct 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Fri, 9 Oct 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Sat, 10 Oct 2026 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Sat, 10 Oct 2026 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
- Sun, 11 Oct 2026 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Mon, 12 Oct 2026 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
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Location
St James Theatre
80 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
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