THE ROYAL THEATRE
YOUNG PLAYERS PRESENT
ROALD DAHLS MATILDA THE MUSICAL
September 5th - 15th, 2024
The Historic Royal Theatre is excited to bring ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICAL tothe stage in 2024, sponsored Everett Buick GMC, and performed by the Young Players.
*NOTE: There is a strobe and haze warning on this production.
Dates and Times
September 5th - 15th
Thursday, and Saturday evening performances (September 5, 7, 12, and 14) will begin at 7:00pm. Box office, lobby, and concessions will open at 6:00pm and the House will open approximately 15-20 mins before show time. There are NO FRIDAY performances for this production.
Sunday matinees (September 8 and 15 ) will begin at 2:00pm. Box office, lobby, and concessions will open at 1:00pm and the House will open approximately 15-20 mins before show time.
Run time is approximately 2 hours including an intermission.
*NOTE: There is a strobe and haze warning on this production.
Tickets can purchased at https://TheRoyalPlayers.TicketLeap.com
Ticket Information
This show is designated as assigned seating. Please check your seating assignment BEFORE completing your purchase. You will need to be on a desktop/laptop computer or “desktop version” of ticketleap to be able to select “choose your seat”. If you use a mobile device/app, your seats will be randomly assigned and may not be grouped together. We are unable to transfer tickets to an alternate seat or performance date once you have purchased, we are only able to issue a refund.
Refund Policy: Refunds may be requested up to 24 hours after purchase by sending a request to [email protected]
For accessible or special needs seating, please email [email protected] or call 501-315-5483 (voicemail only).
Ticket prices are $20 General; $15 Seniors 60+, members of the military, and college students with valid ID; $10 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.
Tickets may be purchased at https://TheRoyalPlayers.TicketLeap.com.
About The Show
Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning MATILDA THEMUSICAL 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 book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, MATILDA has won 47 international awards.
Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence, and psychokinetic powers. She is 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.
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
Cast
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
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. please 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.
Location & Contact Information
Email: [email protected]
Email [email protected]
THE ROYAL THEATRE
111 N. Market
Benton, Arkansas 72015
501.315.5483 (Theatre - voice mail only)
Special thanks to the Benton A&P Commission for their support.
MATILDA is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International
(MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com