Matilda the Musical is about the power of reading and imagination. The daughter of nasty parents, Matilda finds refuge in books, and in creating her own stories. At school, where Matilda must face a tyrannical headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, who spends each day living according to Crunchem Academys motto: Bambinatum est Magitum, or Children are Maggots.
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Matilda finds a champion in her teacher, Miss Honey, who though well-intentioned, is shy and fragile. Matilda knows she must stand up against the adults in her world, and in doing so, discovers her own remarkable powers. Matilda’s bravery teaches Miss Honey and her classmates an important lesson — that even though life can be hard, nobody but me is going to change my story, so sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty.
Inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl, Matilda the Musical has original songs by Australian comedian Tim Minchin. Winner of over 90 international awards, including 23 for Best Musical, Matilda will delight audiences in the Chateauguay Valley.
As with last years’ production of Anne of Green Gables, the show will be on tour under the big top throughout the Chateauguay Valley this Summer. During opening weekend, the show will be presented at Grove Hall, located at 165 Châteauguay Street in Huntingdon. On the 19th and 20th of July, it will be presented at Rennie’s Farm, 743 1st Concession Road, Rockburn. On July 26 and 27, you will bw able to see the show next to Saint-Anicet’s church, at 1560 Saint-Anicet Street. Last but not least, you will be able to see the show at Brook’s Farm, located at 3205 Covey Hill Road in Franklin on August 2nd and 3rd.
Friday and Saturday both feature an evening presentation at 7 pm. Saturdays also feature a matinee at 2 pm. Tickets are available through brownpapertickets.com, or through Mark Bye, director of the Rural Arts Project, at (514) 791-5100 or (450) 374-1672.
