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And Dennis Kelly's book could see some more finessing, particularly with Trunchbull's silent final denouement.
WSJ: Review: Broadway's 'Matilda' is blast of nasty fun
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"Matilda" is written by playwright Dennis Kelly, with music and lyrics by Australian comedian-composer Tim Minchin.
WSJ: The 4 girls who play 'Matilda' bond offstage
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The musical, written by Dennis Kelly and Tim Minchin, was a "blast of nasty fun" according to the Associated Press.
BBC: Matilda's 'marvellous' Broadway debut hailed by critics
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Matilda the Musical, written by Tim Minchin and Dennis Kelly, received rave reviews from US critics when it opened in April.
BBC: Broadway box office surges ahead of Tony Awards
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"The keepers, the veterinarians, the volunteers were watching this cub and this birth with great joy (and) with great passion, " National Zoo Director Dennis Kelly told reporters Sunday.
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Dennis Kelly, who wrote the book, has turned Mr. Dahl's novel, much of which is light on dialogue, into a fully stageworthy musical in which everything is shown rather than told.
WSJ: Matilda the Musical��Triumph of the Smart; The Last Five Years, Revived | Theater By Terry Teachout
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"Matilda" earned nominations for choreography, Matthew Warchus' directing, Chris Nightingale's orchestrations, best book by Dennis Kelly, Tim Minchin for lyrics and songs, and Bertie Carvel for best leading role in a musical.
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