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Photos: First Look at New Albany Youth Theatre's MATILDA THE MUSICAL JR
by Jerri Shafer - Jul 8, 2022


Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda JR. is a joyous girl power romp. Matilda has astonishing wit, intelligence... and special powers! Matilda's school life isn't completely smooth sailing, however – the school's mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don't abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils' saving grace! Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination. New Albany Youth Theatre will present Matilda The Musical, Jr. to be performed 7/8/22 – 7PM 7/9/22 – 2PM & 7PM, 7/10/212 – 2PM at the Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts. 100 E Dublin Granville Rd, New Albany, OH 43054 Purchase tickets: https://newalbanyyouththeatre.org/

The Royal Shakespeare Company Enhances Educational Programme For MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2022


The Royal Shakespeare Company has refreshed its education activity for Matilda The Musical to include a comprehensive planning guide for schools. The new guide, developed in close consultation with teachers, includes everything needed to plan, book and take a school trip to the Cambridge Theatre.

Steep Summer Shows Continue with Simon Stephens' LIGHT FALLS
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2022


Steep Theatre's second summer production is the US premiere of Tony Award-winning playwright Simon Stephens' Light Falls set to open July 8th. Stephens, Steep's Associate Playwright, will make his fifth production with Ensemble Member Robin Witt once again serving as director. Witt has also directed Stephen's Wastwater, Motortown, Pornography and Harper Regan, Steep's bestselling production.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film Will Open This Year's BFI London Film Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2022


The upcoming film adaptation of Matilda the Musical will open this year’s BFI London Film Festival. The annual festival is scheduled for October 5-16.

The Orange Tree Theatre Announces Paul Miller's Outgoing Season as Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2022


As the Orange Tree Theatre continues to celebrate its 50th Anniversary year, Artistic Director Paul Miller and Executive Director Hanna Streeter today announce a new season of plays until March 2023, marking Miller's outgoing season as Artistic Director. 

Review: Lyric Theatre's Summer Series returns with MATILDA: THE MUSICAL
by Adrienne Proctor - Jun 22, 2022


MATILDA is a funny, irreverent story about a special young girl. Gifted with imagination and the ability to teach herself complex subjects, Matilda appeals to anyone who has the fighting spirit. Roald Dahl's beloved children's novel was adapted for the stage by Dennis Kelly, with songs by Tim Minchin. Lyric presents Matilda at the Civic Center. See what our critic thought. 

VIDEO: Netflix presenta el tráiler de MATILDA EL MUSICAL
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jun 16, 2022


La versión cinematográfica del musical se estrenará en la plataforma estas Navidades.

Photos: Emma Thompson, Alisha Weir & More in MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film
by Michael Major - Jun 15, 2022


Netflix has shared photos of Academy Award Winner Emma Thompson (Miss Trunchbull), Alisha Weir (Matilda); Lashana Lynch (Miss Honey), Stephen Graham (Mr. Wormwood), Andrea Riseborough (Mrs. Wormwood) in the new film adaption of Matilda the Musical. Check out the first look photos and film poster now!

VIDEO: Netflix Debuts MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film Teaser Trailer
by Michael Major - Jun 15, 2022


Learn about this brand new take on the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical. Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical film stars Emma Thompson, Alisha Weir, Lashana Lynch, and more. Get the scoop on the film, and watch the first teaser trailer.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL to be Presented at the Warner Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2022


The story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her own destiny will be brought to life on the historic Warner Theatre’s Main Stage when the Stage @ the Warner production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL is presented on July 30-August 14, 2022.

MAMMA MIA!, FROZEN JR. & More Top the List of School Theatre's Most Popular Plays & Musicals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 8, 2022


See the latest results according to the Educational Theatre Association’s annual play survey to see ALL of the most popular plays and musicals done in school theaters around the country during the 2021-2022 school year.

CASTING CALL: Se convocan audiciones para MATILDA
by Elena Díaz-Guerra - May 26, 2022


La nueva producción de SOM Produce con dirección de David Serrano levantará el telón en septiembre de este año.

Atlanta Lyric Theatre To Present Roald Dahl's MATILDA THE MUSICAL In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2022


The Atlanta Lyric Theatre brings the classic Roald Dahl story to life at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre from June 15-26.

Se presenta el reparto de MATILDA EL MUSICAL en el Nuevo Teatro Alcalá
by Elena Díaz-Guerra - May 19, 2022


La nueva producción de SOM Produce con dirección de David Serrano levantará el telón en septiembre de este año.

Orange Tree Theatre Announces Full Cast For Pierre Marivaux's THE FALSE SERVANT
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2022


The Orange Tree Theatre today announces the full cast for Pierre Marivaux's The False Servant, translated by Martin Crimp, whose prolific international career began at the Orange Tree Theatre, including the recent hit revival of Dealing with Clair. Before his final season as Artistic Director of the OT, Paul Miller, directs Uzair Bhatti, Will Brown, Julian Moore-Cook, Phoebe Pryce, Lizzy Watts and Silas Wyatt-Barke.

WHAT IF IF ONLY US Premiere & AIR World Premiere to be Presented by Burning Coal Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2022


Burning Coal Theatre Company will present its production of What If If Only (US premiere) and Air (world premiere) by Caryl Churchill, directed by Ana Radulescu, June 9 - 26, 2022.  This production, directed by Burning Coal’s Associate Artistic Director, will be performed at Burning Coal’s home, the Murphey School, 224 Polk Street, Raleigh, NC 27604. 

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Comes to the J KC in July
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2022


Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is a captivating masterpiece that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination, and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With the book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world.

THAT IS NOT WHO I AM Comes to Royal Court Theatre's Jerwood Theatre Downstairs
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2022


Dave Davidson's first play, That Is Not Who I Am, will premiere at the Royal Court Theatre's Jerwood Theatre Downstairs in June 2022. Royal Court Theatre Associate Director Lucy Morrison will direct. The production will run from Friday 10 June 2022 to Saturday 16 July 2022 with press night on Thursday 16 June 2022, 7pm. 

Paines Plough's REALLY BIG AND REALLY LOUD to Be Available for Streaming
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 11, 2022


Paines Plough have announced a limited digital release for their family show REALLY BIG AND REALLY LOUD, written by Phoebe Eclair-Powell and directed by Paines Plough’s Joint Artistic Director Katie Posner. After touring the UK as part of Paines Plough's 2021 Roundabout season to critical acclaim, the production will now be available to watch online from the comfort of your home this Easter.

See MATILDA THE MUSICAL & Save!
by - Mar 28, 2022


Special Offer - See Matilda The Musical & SAVE!

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