Talisman Theatre and Arts Centre

Barrow Road, Kenilworth CV8 1EG

Wednesday 13th - Saturday 16th March 2024

ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA THE MUSICAL JR

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Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty!

Book by Dennis Kelly

Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin

Directed by Caroline McCluskey

The Talisman Theatre will be filled with the smell of rebellion when the Youth Theatre presents Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR.

Based on the beloved book “Matilda” by Roald Dahl and adapted from the award-winning full-length musical, Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR. tells the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.

With inspiring performances from our talented Youth Theatre and a touch of magic, this musical is the perfect family treat for all ages.

Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR. is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized materials are supplied by Music Theatre International 423 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019, 212-541-4684, mtishows.com.

All seats for this production have now sold out. Please Contact Us or call the Box Office (01926 856548) for waitlist / returns or for wheelchair spaces which may still be available.

PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES

Ticket availability may include wheelchair spaces. To book a wheelchair space or to enquire about waitlist/returns etc. please contact Box Office on 01926 856548 (or via our Contact Us page)

Tickets are available via the online booking system with concessions available for full time students, those in receipt of a pension, Talisman members and group bookings (for parties of 10 or more).

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Talisman Theatre and Arts Centre
Barrow Road, Kenilworth CV8 1FN

CAST & CREW

Cast (In order of appearance)

Erica – Lucy Henderson

Tommy – Olivia Leaf

Amanda – Cassidy Pang

Bruce – Billy Arnold

Lavender – Olivia Harold

Alice – Annabel Broad

Hortensia – Lily King

Nigel – Noah Ryan

Little Kids – Alannah Harris, Abbie Pointon, Emily Sale

Dads – Matthew Jolliffe, Max Morgan

Mums – Lilia Clifford, Heather Doy, Leigh Hall
Laura Hampson,
Erin Kelly,
Ellie Markham,
Georgina McKernan,
Hannah McDermott,
Isabella Pang,
Sophie Truelove

Matilda – Sophie Burton

Mr Wormwood – Will Sale

Mrs Wormwood – Alais McCluskey

Michael – Oscar Wilson

Mrs Phelps – Esther McKinney

Escapologist – Finn Cooke-Cannon

Acrobat – Ellie Markham

Big Kid 1 – Leigh Hall

Big Kid 2 – Erin Kelly

Big Kid 3 – Sophie Truelove

Big Kids – Matthew Jolliffe,
Max Morgan,
Lilia Clifford,
Leigh Hall,
Laura Hampson,
Erin Kelly,
Georgina McKernan,
Hannah McDermott,
Isabella Pang,
Sophie Truelove

Sleeping Teachers – Max Morgan,
Matthew Jolliffe

Cooks – Heather Doy,
Hannah McDermott

Dancing Cooks – Lilia Clifford,
Heather Doy,
Leigh Hall,
Laura Hampson,
Erin Kelly,
Georgina McKernan,
Hannah McDermott,
Isabella Pang,
Sophie Truelove

Miss Honey – Amy Jolliffe

Agatha Trunchbull – Natasha Hall

Mechanics – Max Morgan,
Matthew Jolliffe

Rudolpho – Orestis Kallipolitis

Sergi – Max Morgan

Sergio – Matthew Jolliffe

Crew

Director – Caroline McCluskey

Assistant Director – Oliver Mason

Choreographer – Amanda Wright

Talisman Youth Theatre Support – Kay Williams

Wardrobe- Mandy Clifford

Props – George Morgan

Stage Manager – Henri West

Assistant Stage Manager – Emi Burrows

Set Design – Tim Eden

Lighting Design – Steve Roberts

Lighting Operator – Nigel Elliott

Sound – Dik Thacker

Publicity – Sharon Sully

DIRECTOR'S NOTES

I am so excited about this year’s offering from our fabulous youth theatre, which is going to be truly spectacular! When Matilda was mentioned as a potential idea for this years’ production, I hadn’t appreciated what an incredible show this is to put on. I do, however, have a wonderful team supporting me, who I can’t thank enough, as it really has taken a huge team to put on this show!

As we have come to expect from our youth theatre, the youngsters are really pulling out all the stops. They never cease to amaze me as to how quickly they learn, and remember everything and the energy they have. We have a lot to learn from them! If you have been lucky enough to grab some tickets, you’re going to be in for a real treat. We should be very proud of our youth theatre as they truly are the most wonderful and talented group of youngsters!

Caroline McCluskey