The Historic Royal Theatre is excited to bring ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICAL to the stage in 2024, sponsored by Everett Buick GMC, and performed by the Young Players.
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The Story:
Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence, and psychokinetic powers. She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her teacher, 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!
Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, MATILDA will thrill and delight audiences with the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination.
Matilda was first commissioned and produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company and premiered at The Courtyard Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon, England on 9 November 2010. It transferred to the Cambridge Theatre in the West End of London on 25 October 2011 and received its US premiere at the Shubert Theatre, Broadway, USA on 4 March 2013.
MATILDA is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning MATILDA THE MUSICAL is the 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 a book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, MATILDA has won 47 international awards.
When:
Performances run Thursday, Sept. 5 – Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024.
All Thursday and Saturday performances (Sept. 5,7, 12, 14) will begin at 7:00pm. Please note there are NO FRIDAY performances for this production. Sunday matinees (Sept. 8 and Sept. 15) will begin at 2:00pm.
Where:
The Royal Theatre is in downtown Benton, accessible from Interstate 30 by taking Exit 117 or 116. The address is 111 S. Market, Benton, AR 72015. It’s next door to Burger Shack. Look for the tall theater sign that says ROYAL in vertical letters.
Tickets:
Please note there is use of water-based haze and strobe lighting in the show.
This show has assigned seating. Check your seating assignment BEFORE completing your purchase. You will need to be on the desktop version of Ticketleap to be able to select “choose your own seats” otherwise your seats will be randomly assigned and may not be grouped together. We will not be able to transfer tickets to an alternate seat or to a different date once you have purchased. *NOTE: There is a strobe and haze warning on this production
Refunds may be requested up to 24 hours after purchase by sending a request to [email protected]. For accessible or special needs seating, email [email protected]
Ticket prices are $18 General; $15 Seniors 60+, members of the military, and college students with valid ID; $8 Child (12th grade and under). The box office will open at 6:00pm on performance dates and the house will open approximately 15 – 20 minutes prior to curtain. Box Office opens at 1:00pm on matinee days. We highly recommend that tickets be purchased in advance, as we cannot guarantee availability at the door.
To purchase tickets, visit theroyalplayers.
Cast Members:
Matilda (Sept. 5, 8, 14) – Spencer Forga
Matilda (Sept. 7, 12, 15) – Callie Crow
Miss. Honey – Jenna Thaxton
Michael Wormwood – Jaydis Hauser
Mrs. Phelps – Cadence Earles
Acrobat/Mum 3 – Madi Campbell
Escapologist/Rudolpho– Travis Loftis
Eric – Carter Smith
Tommy – Kami Lewis
Amanda – Cambry Eakin
Bruce – Madden Babb
Nigel – Logan McGrew
Alice – Macy McGinty
Hortensia – Haddie Hinson
Lavender – Dawson Claire Jones
Children’s Entertainer – Nate Palmer
Sergei – Brayden Armstrong
Doctor – Addison Lumpkins
Ensemble – Ainslee Cranford, Marie Duch, Lucy Farmer, Jovie Byrd, Abel Milam, Liberty Ellen, Chase Greenwood, Aubrey Nelson, Cecilia Zachary, Chloe Cadzow, Addie Maisen
Adult Mentors
Miss. Trunchbull – Justin Pike
Mr. Wormwood – Matthew Burns
Mrs. Wormwood – Angie Whitehead
Creative Team:
Book by Dennis Kelly
Music and Lyrics by Tim Minchin
Based on the book, Matilda by Roald Dahl
Orchestrations and Additional Music – Chris Nightingale
Directed and Choreographed by Annslee Clay
Music Direction by Eli Butler
Costume Design by Izzy Hammonds, Lee Ann Clay
Scenic Design by Tony Clay
Stage Managed by Jack Clay
Produced by Charlotte Sears Hammonds
Production Assistant – Belle Overstreet
Assistant Director – Tony Clay
Safety Protocol:
Face coverings are not required but are recommended for all patrons not fully vaccinated. Ticketing is now a contactless transaction. Seating at the theatre is at full capacity and social distancing cannot be guaranteed. Masks are recommended but are not required. Concessions will be available before the performance and during intermission. If you have any symptoms of COVID, such as fever or chills, sore throat, cough, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, or diarrhea, etc. it is recommended that you do not attend. Royal Players, Inc., does not assume liability. By purchasing tickets, you agree to assume full liability for any risks incurred before, during, and after the event.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame 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.
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