Matilda The Musical

The Show

Matilda The Musical, based on Roald Dahl’s beloved children's novel, tells the extraordinary story of a precocious and courageous young girl who loves reading and possesses telekinetic powers. Living in a world filled with neglectful parents and an oppressive school headmistress, Matilda discovers her own astonishing abilities and dares to take a stand to change her destiny. With its witty script by Dennis Kelly and a thrilling score by Tim Minchin, Matilda The Musical is a testament to the power of imagination and the resilience of the human spirit. This enchanting and heartwarming production continues to delight audiences of all ages with its blend of humor, music, and the inspiring message that even the smallest voices can make a big difference.

The Team

Director: Benjamin W. Smith
Choreographer: Courtney Arsenault
Music Director: Michael Doherty
Stage Manager: Wei Qing Tan
Scenic Construction: Jamie Atkinson

Costume Designer: Jill Pelkey

Lighting Designer: Trent Logan 

Projection Designer: Darren O’Donnell

Dialect Coach: Ilkay Silk

Production Consultant: Tania Breen
Assistant Stage Manager: Abigail McCarthy

Assistant Musical Director: Anne Marie Murphy

Graphic Designer: Ashley Regan

Playhouse Technical Director: Jeffery Fevens


The Cast

MATILDA: Ally Cluff
MISS HONEY: Allie Jeffery 
MISS TRUNCHBULL: Richard Duijnstee
MR. WORMWOOD: Lucas Gutiérrez-Robert
MRS WORMWOOD: Sarah Bell
MICHAEL WORMWOOD: Isaac Gilbert
MRS. PHELPS: Madeline Savoie
BRUCE: Hamza Goyette
LAVENDER: Amelia Flogeras
NIGEL: Ben Rutter
AMANDA: Christina Lambropoulos
ERIC: Domonic O’Donnell
ALICE: Kierra Greer
HORTENSIA: Maggie Jones
TOMMY: Josh McIntyre 
LITTLE KIDS/NURSES: Lila Yerxa, Addy Hamilton
SCARY BIG KID: Emma Suttie, Brianna McQuillan, Nate Telman
CHILDRENS ENTERTAINER: Nolan Goguen
SERGEI: Nate Telman
HENCHMEN: ay Englebert , Rob Greenough, Nolan Goguen
COOK: Alysha Newton
BIG KIDS: Alysha Newton, Emma Suttie, Emily Paul, Brianna McQuillan, Jay Englebert,  Rob Greenough, Isaac Gilbert, Nolan  Goguen, Nate Telman, Jill Pelkey
PARENTS: Jill Pelkey, Rob Greenough, Brianna McQuillan, Isaac Gilbert, Emma Suttie, Nate Telman

The Orchestra

CONDUCTOR: Michael Doherty
KEYS 1: Rachel O’Brien
KEYS 2: Martine Jomphe
BASS: Jason Flores
CELLO: Danielle Bojczuk
GUITARS: Garry Hansen
HORN 1: Adam  Johnson
HORN 2: Eleanor  Friddell
TROMBONE: Jennifer Keating
REED 1 & FLUTE: Kelly Song
REED 1 & CLARINET: Katie MacGillvray
REED 2: Megan Thomson
DRUMS: Evan Ferguson 

Revolting Children!

This production featured a cast of 30 performers, an electric 12-piece orchestra, and a creative team of New Brunswick’s finest industry professionals. The musical performed to a sold crowd at the Fredericton Playhouse for each performance.

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