Entertainment & Arts
Puffin, the children’s imprint of Penguin, announced ‘The Roald Dahl Classic Collection’ after news that his original text had been altered drew criticism.
Feb. 24, 2023
Offensive words and phrases have been edited out of new Puffin editions of Roald Dahl’s children books like “Matilda” and “James and the Giant Peach.”
Feb. 18, 2023
Hollywood Inc.
Netflix acquires the works of Roald Dahl, author of ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,’ ‘Matilda’ and ‘James and the Giant Peach.’
Sept. 22, 2021
Movies
The new version of “The Witches,” directed by Robert Zemeckis and starring Anne Hathaway, reverses some of the changes the 1990 adaptation made to Roald Dahl’s book.
Oct. 30, 2020
Robert Zemeckis’ new take on ‘The Witches’ spotlights Octavia Spencer, Anne Hathaway and some contemporary twists.
Oct. 23, 2020
Netflix said Tuesday that it will bring animated series and specials based on the work of acclaimed children’s author Roald Dahl to its library, including “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” “Matilda” and “The BFG.”
Nov. 28, 2018
If you ever wondered what Roald Dahl’s words and Quentin Blake’s illustrations for “The BFG” would look like in real life, Steven Spielberg just answered that question.
April 5, 2016
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Sept. 13, 2011
Roald Dahl’s ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ strikes right notes
June 20, 2010
Music
With ‘The Golden Ticket’ playing at Opera Theatre of St. Louis and a rumored Broadway musical in the works, it’s clear the beloved children’s classic was destined for musical fame.