The children are rising up.
Join the revolt in this Broadway Junior adaptation of the Tony Award-winning hit!
Rebellion is nigh in Matilda JR., a gleefully witty ode to the the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination! This story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the “revolting children” who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.
Matilda has astonishing wit, intelligence… and special powers! She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. 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!
At the heart of the musical is Matilda herself, a clever and determined young girl who refuses to let unfairness define her future.
ATHENA HOLT as MATILDA
An extraordinary young girl with a brilliant mind, a vivid imagination, and an extraordinary love of books. Wise beyond her years, Matilda possesses a quiet determination and a remarkable sense of right and wrong. Despite the challenges posed by her family and the formidable Miss Trunchbull, she discovers that courage, kindness, and a little ingenuity can make even the smallest voice a powerful one.
CAST
Eric – Alexandra Newsome
Tommy – Reagan McGroarty
Amanda – Mary Bradley Bolton
Bruce – Olive Saunders
Lavender – Vivian Baker
Alice – Morgan Lewis
Hortensia – Lillian Rivera
Nigel – Theadora Kilgore
Matilda – Athena Holt
Mr. Wormwood – Marlee McCaskill
Mrs. Wormwood – Hannah Johnson
Michael – Jaxon Rushing
Mrs. Phelps – Molly Ferrari
Escapologist – Zoë Manning
Acrobat – Emerson Garris
Big Kid 1 – Duru Tosun
Big Kid 2 – Emilia Mashburn
Big Kid 3 – Jaxon Rushing
Miss Honey – Emma Ayers
Agatha Trunchbull – Lauren Dixon
Mechanic – Lera Dayne Holmes
Rudolpho – Lynden Hart
Cook – Cora Hunt
Sergei – Nora Waters
ENSEMBLE
Mums & Dads:
Adalie Valencia
Emilia Mashburn
Lera Dayne Holmes
Duru Tosun
Kaedyun Galusha
Nora Waters
Big Kids:
Adalie Valencia
Duru Tosun
Emilia Mashburn
Jaxon Rushing
Lacy Boyd
Lila Tran
Pippa Purcell
Ewmerson Gariis
Kaedyn Galusha
Lera Dayne Holmes
Nora Waters
Zoë Manning
Little Kids:
Braely Faircloth
Evelyn Bryson
Kenzie McCaskill
Riley Barnes
Cora Hunt
Evelyn Pitts
Lil Hatcher
River Williams
Russians:
Adalie Valencia
Duru Tosun
Kaedyn Galusha
Emikia Mashburn
Lacy Boyd
Like parents, like daughter? Not quite!
MARLEE MCCASKILL AND HANNAH JOHNSON as MR & MRS WORMWOOD
Meet Mr. and Mrs. Wormwood—two larger-than-life personalities who can’t quite understand their extraordinary daughter’s love of books, learning, and imagination!.
PRODUCTION TEAM
Director/Choreographer – Nikki Hendricks
Music Director – Logan Brown, Merri Martin
Stage Manager – David Cox
Assistant Stage Manager – Will Cook
Costume Designer – Greer Christopher
Set Designer – Gary Taylor
Props Designer – Mackenzie Gomes
Sound Designer/Sound Engineer – David Cox
Sound – Dave Godsey, Extra Mile Audio
Acting Coaches/Assistants – Jack Summers, Ginnie Elkins
Stage Crew
Jack Summers, Ginnie Elkins, Rhyder (Kee) Deal, Greta Apke, Caroline Depenbrock
Executive Director – Rita Taylor
Sometimes, all it takes is someone who believes in you.
EMMA AYERS as MISS HONEY
Kindhearted and compassionate, Miss Honey is Matilda’s teacher, who sees something extraordinary in a young girl others have overlooked. With her encouragement, Matilda discovers the confidence to embrace her remarkable gifts and stand up for what is right.
PHOTOGRAPHY AND RECORDING POLICY
In accordance with licensing restrictions established by Music Theatre International (MTI), videotaping and recording of the performance are strictly prohibited. Flash photography is also not permitted.
Thank you for respecting these requirements and helping us provide an enjoyable theatre experience for our performers and audience members.
Some introductions are more memorable than others!
LAUREN DIXON as AGATHA TRUNCHBULL
At Crunchem Hall, Miss Trunchbull is accustomed to being in charge. But when an extraordinary young girl named Matilda enters the picture, this formidable headmistress may discover she’s finally met her match!
MEET THE DIRECTOR
“I am deeply proud of each of our cast members and grateful to share this magical story with you. As we bring our time together to a close, I hope our performers carry with them Matilda’s courage, Miss Honey’s kindness, and the reminder that we all have the power to make a difference. As Matilda reminds us, sometimes you have to be brave enough to write your own story! Thank you for supporting these incredible young artists and for being part of our journey.”
— Nikki Hendricks, Director/Choreographer
FROM THE CAST:
What have you enjoyed most about working on Matilda Jr.?
“I enjoy being in Matilda Jr. because I have a lot of amazing friends in the production. I love working with Director Nikki, and I’m making great memories from this experience.”
— Lauren Dixon (Agatha Trunchbull)
“I’ve loved Matilda the musical ever since I started musical theater, so finally getting to perform it feels like a dream. Miss Honey is the first lead role I have ever performed, and I have learned so much from her. I have really grown as an actor throughout this musical.”
— Emma Ayers (Miss Honey)
“The best part of being in Matilda is the growth and connections you make. We have wonderful tech, stage crew, costume designers, and everyone in between. I’ve made so many memories, friends and growth since I’ve started. Matilda is such a beautiful show, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I have.”
— Marlee McCaskill (Mr. Wormwood)
In what ways do you connect with your character?
“I think we relate to each other because we are both really smart and we don’t like bullying. Also, I believe that Matilda has a very strong mind, that can show others that they can work their way through challenges like her. This is why I believe everyone will enjoy Matilda Jr. by Imagine Youth Theater!”
— Athena Holt (Matilda)
“I think connection with your character is really important – like how I love playing Mrs. Wormwood because we’re both confident. If she weren’t a horrible person, that diva and I would be best friends!”
— Hannah Johnson (Mrs. Wormwood)
THANK YOU!
We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who made this production of Matilda Jr. possible.
To our incredible cast: your dedication, creativity, courage, and enthusiasm brought this story to life in the most wonderful way. You reminded us that every voice matters, kindness is powerful, and every one of us can make a big difference. We are so proud of you all!
To our production team and crew: your teamwork and tireless work behind the scenes helped transform our vision into reality. From the sets and costumes to the lights, sound, and countless details in between, your contributions made this production truly special.
To our families and friends: thank you for your encouragement, patience, and unwavering support. We could not have done this without you!
Finally, to our audience: thank you for joining us on this magical journey. Your presence and support mean more than you know, and we are so grateful to share this story of the power of courage, kindness, and imagination with you.
With gratitude,
IYT Production Team
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who made this production of Matilda Jr, The Musical possible.
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
NORTH MOORE HIGH SCHOOL THEATER DEPARTMENT
Kim Fielder-Jones, Director
IMAGINE YOUTH THEATER
wishes to acknowledge the support of our sponsors, volunteers, staff, along with Southern Pines Land and Housing Trust
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