Matilda The Musical
Schedule
Sat Jan 18 2025 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
The Bear Pit Theatre, Rother Street, CV37 6LU Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom | Stratford-upon-avon, EN
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Bear Pit Community CinemaSupported by Stratford Town Trust
The 2022 film adaptation of “Matilda the Musical” is a delightful and heart warming fantasy musical directed by Matthew Warchus. Based on the Tony and Olivier award-winning stage musical by Tim Minchin and Dennis Kelly. The play first staged at The Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon in 2010, inspired by Roald Dahl’s beloved 1988 novel.
The story follows Matilda, a young girl with a sharp mind and a vivid imagination. Matilda is neglected and mistreated by her self-centred parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wormwood, played by Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough. When Matilda starts attending Crunchem Hall, she encounters the tyrannical headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, portrayed by Emma Thompson. However, she also meets her kind-hearted teacher, Miss Honey, played by Lashana Lynch, who recognizes Matilda’s potential and encourages her to embrace her unique abilities.
The film is praised for its faithful adaptation of the stage musical. It is a combination of Tim Minchin’s catchy and emotional songs, stunning choreography, and a visually captivating set design. It has received positive reviews for its performances, particularly Weir’s portrayal of Matilda and Thompson’s chilling depiction of Miss Trunchbull1. A “magical” and “rousing delight” that captures the spirit of Dahl’s classic tale.
Overall, the 2022 adaptation of “Matilda the Musical” is a must-watch for fans of the stage musical and Roald Dahl’s stories, offering a fresh and enchanting take on the beloved tale.
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Cast:
Matilda – Alisha Weir
Agatha Trunchbull – Emma Thompson
Miss Honey – Lashana Lynch
Mr Wormwood – Stephen Graham
Mrs Wormwood – Andrea Riseborough
Running Time: 1hr 57min
Rated: PG
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Where is it happening?
The Bear Pit Theatre, Rother Street, CV37 6LU Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom, 40 Rother Street, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 6, United Kingdom,Stratford-upon-Avon, WarwickshireEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
