Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company 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 and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world.

Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She's unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher 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, catchy songs and an unforgettable star turn for a young actress, Matilda is a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination.

Artistic Team:
Co-Directors/Choreographers: Anna Mesward & Sarah Carder
Music Director: Keri Denison
Assistant Music Director & Choreographer: Ashley Newell

Audition Date: December 6
Auditions are open to CYT students registered for a winter session class. Winter session class registration opens November 1st.

Cast of Characters

Matilda Wormwood
An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched. 
Gender: female 
Vocal range top: D5 
Vocal range bottom: A3

Miss Agatha Trunchbull
The tyrannical headmistress at Matilda's school who despises children.
Gender: male or female
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: A2

Miss Honey
Matilda's kindhearted teacher. She is tired of living in fear under Miss Trunchbull.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: F3

Mr. Wormwood
Matilda's uncaring father. A slimy, greedy used-car salesman.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: D3

Mrs. Wormwood
Matilda's self-absorbed, negligent mother and an amateur ballroom dancer.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: A3

Michael Wormwood
Matilda's older brother. He is not very bright and favored by their parents.
Gender: male

Mrs. Phelps
A nice librarian. 
Gender: female

The Escapologist
A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. 
Gender: male
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: C3

The Acrobat
A character in a story Matilda tells to Mrs. Phelps who comes to life in their imagination. 
Gender: female
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: D4

Rudolpho
Mrs. Wormwood's ballroom dance partner. 
Gender: male
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: D#3

Doctor
Mrs. Wormwood's Doctor when she goes into labor with Matilda. 
Gender: male
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: C3

Children’s Entertainer
A party entertainer at the start of the show.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: Eb4
Vocal range bottom: F#3

Ms. Honey's Class
These students are named characters with lines and solos. They must be strong dancers, singers, and actors, with good memorization skills. (Could be played by, but are not limited to, 8-14 year olds)

• Bruce- Matilda's classmate. He is subject to extreme punishment by Miss Trunchbull. Gender: male Vocal range top: E5, Vocal range bottom: C4
• Lavender- Matilda's classmate and friend. Gender: female
• Amanda
• Nigel
• Eric
• Alice
• Hortensia 
• Tommy

Ms. Maple’s Class (Oldest Students)
These students have opportunities for lines and solos. They are the oldest students in the school and are featured as the top dancers, singers, and actors. (Likely to be played by older teens)

Ms. Berry’s Class 
These students are part of the student ensemble. (They can be played by, but are not limited to, mid-older teens)

Ms. Apple’s Class
These are the younger students in the school ensemble. (They can be played by, but are not limited to, ages 8-13 year olds)

Ms. Olive’s Class
These are the younger students in the school ensemble. (They can be played by, but are not limited to, ages 8-13 year olds)

Parents
These characters have some opportunities for solos and lines. They need to be strong singers and actors. (Will likely be played by older students) 

Teachers
These characters will be featured in school scenes. They will lend vocal support to the school ensemble and should have strong vocal abilities. (Will likely be played by older students)

Nurses
These characters are featured alongside the Doctor in the opening number and should be strong singers and dancers. 

Salsa Dancers
These are featured dancers that will appear in the song Loud. They should be strong singers and dancers.

Telly Dancers
There are featured dancers that will appear in the song All I Know.