Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s Matilda, The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company 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 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.
Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, Miss Honey. During her first term at school, the two forge a bond as Miss Honey begins to recognize and appreciate Matilda’s extraordinary personality. Matilda’s school life isn’t completely smooth sailing, however – the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves to punish 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!
AGES: Ages 8-19 are welcome to audition
AUDITIONS: January 17, 2025; CALLBACKS: January 18, 2025
Tomball Methodist Church, 1603 Baker Drive, Tomball 77375
PRODUCTION FEE: $255 due at the time of registration. (scholarships are available)
Production fee includes the following: Up to 70 hours of theater instruction, 1 show shirt, 1 character photo, professional performance photos, and countless friendship opportunities. Does not include items such as: stage makeup, dance or character shoes, basic costume pieces (black pants, tights, colored socks, etc.).
PERFORMANCES: March 28-30, 2025
March 28 at 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. (School Day Shows) and 7 p.m.
March 29 at 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.
March 30 at 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.
Lone Star College Tomball, Performing Arts Center
30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball 77375
REHEARSALS
Jan. 24-March 22 (no rehearsals during Spring Break, March 14-15)
Tomball Methodist Church, 1603 Baker Drive, Tomball 77375
Rehearsals take place every Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
TECH WEEK
March 24-March 27, 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. (No conflicts allowed for Tech Week or Shows)
Lone Star College Tomball, Performing Arts Center
30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball 77375
DIRECTING TEAM
Director: Holly Jasso
Assistant Director: Marshal Hunt
Vocal Director: Shelby Hunt
Choreographer: Erica Gallegos
SHOW VERSE
Say to those with fearful hearts, ‘Be strong, do not fear; your God will come, he will come with vengeance; with divine retribution he will come to save you.’ ~Isaiah 35:4
If you have any questions, please contact the show producer at [email protected].
Online registration is now closed. Walk-in registrations will be accepted at the door starting at 4:30 p.m. Please note that walk-in registrants must complete all audition forms before being assigned to an audition group.
CHARACTERS
Matilda Wormwood: A young girl who is incredibly brave, intelligent, creative, and humble. She is a book lover and has a strong moral code advocating justice, fairness and truth. She longs to be loved, wanted and cherished, a desire that is NOT fulfilled by her family nor the headmistress of the school that she attends. She is not necessarily very “girly” in the typical sense. British accent preferred.
Miss Agatha Trunchbull: She is a bully in every sense of the word. This role is typically played by a male. She is both violent and cruel. She is the headmistress of the school. British accent preferred.
Miss Honey: She is kind, loving, motherly and meek. She struggles with finding her strength but does find it. She is Matilda’s teacher. British accent preferred.
Mr. Wormwood: A crooked used-car salesmen who is selfish. He is cruel and demeaning to his daughter, Matilda, bluntly expressing his disdain for her. British accent preferred.
Mrs. Wormwood: Matilda’s negligent mother. She is pre-occupied with her own selfish ambitions. She is obnoxious, over the top and loud! British accent preferred.
Michael Wormwood: Not so bright brother to Matilda. Needs good deadpan comedy. If you don’t like memorizing lots of lines, this is going to be your character of choice!
Mrs. Phelps: The ecstatic, sympathetic librarian that Matilda shares her “story” with. She recognizes Matilda’s love for books and is invested in the creation of her stories.
The Escapologist: The Christ-like figure who avenges his daughter. He is a circus performer who is in love with the Acrobat and longs to have a child. British accent preferred.
The Acrobat: The circus performer who is in love with the Escapologist and longs to have a child. She is a good mover. British accent preferred.
Rudolpho: Mrs. Wormwood’s fabulous salsa and ballroom dance partner. Extremely flamboyant and over the top. Must be a comedic character actor with strong comedic timing and a flair for physical comedy. Strong Dancer with Ballroom Dancing ability. Italian accent preferred.
Lavendar: Matilda’s classmate and best friend. She is a little “kooky”, brave and clever, as evidenced when she puts the newt in Miss Trunchbull’s water jug. British accent preferred. British accent preferred.
Bruce Bogtrotter: A student at Matilda’s school. He is also the object of Miss Trunchbull’s cruelty, being forced to eat an entire cake. British accent preferred.
Amanda Thripp: A young girl who comes to school wearing pigtails. She is thrown over the fence by her pigtails by the threatening Miss Trunchbull. British accent preferred.
Nigel: One of Matilda’s classmates. To help him out of a jam, Matilda makes up a story about him suffering from narcolepsy. British accent preferred.
Hortensia: One of Matilda’s classmates. British accent preferred.
Tommy: One of Matilda’s classmates. British accent preferred.
Eric: One of Matilda’s classmates. British accent preferred.
Alice: One of Matilda’s classmates. British accent preferred.
Little Kids Ensemble: the youngest class at Crunchem Hall, these kids are young and curious. Grateful for their lovely teacher, but terrified of the headmistress: The Trunchbull!
Big Kid “Ben”: one of the older and wiser and scarier kids who attend Crunchem Hall. British accent preferred.
Big Kid “Ryan”: one of the older and wiser and scarier kids who attend Crunchem Hall. British accent preferred.
Big Kid “Tamika”: one of the older and wiser and scarier kids who attend Crunchem Hall. British accent preferred.
Big Kid “Taylor”: one of the older and wiser and scarier kids who attend Crunchem Hall. British accent preferred.
Big Kids Ensemble: the older and wiser and scarier kids who attend Crunchem Hall. They are intimidating the little kids but are intimidated by Trunchbull. These kids are ready to be revolting!
Doctor: Mrs. Wormwood’s Doctor when she goes into labor with Matilda. He values life. British accent preferred.
Nurse: Assists in the delivery of Mrs. Wormwood’s baby. British accent preferred.
Children’s Entertainer: A party entertainer at the start of the show. If you can make balloon Animals or any “Clown Tricks” this is a plus.
The Cook: Does not wash hands, dirty, gruesome.
Sergei: Russian Mafia Boss who is physically intimidating, with an accomplished Russian accent.
Henchman 1, 2, and 3: Russian accent
Adult Ensemble: Mums & Dads of little miracles, doctors & nurses at the hospital, dance competition judges
Dance Competitors: At the Biannual International Amateur Salsa & Ballroom Dancing Competition (in Paris)