The Drama Group is exciting to announce the final production of our 94th season with the delightful comedy MATILDA the Musical directed by Tyler McMahon; with a book by Dennis Kelly and Music and Lyrics by Tim Minchin.
Show times for MATILDA are 7:30pm beginning Friday, August 8th, 9th , 14th, 15th, and 16th; ADDED Saturday matinee August 16th at 2:00pm and Sunday matinees at 2:00pm on August 10th and 17th .
The Drama Group has an online ticketing service - BookTix Ticketing and Livestreaming. All tickets are available by going to The Drama Group BookTix website: https://dg.booktix.com, where you will be directed to set up your account with “The Drama Group-BookTix Box Office.” Or you may always opt to call our Box Office at 708-755-3444.
SYNOPSIS – MATILDA
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.
Matilda Cast
Matilda - Emma Froeschle, Manteno, IL
Miss Trunchbull - Brandon Willard-Rose, Flossmoor, IL
Miss Honey - Angel Noelle, Bradley, IL
Mr. Wormwood - Rick Schuler, Tinley Park, IL
Mrs. Wormwood - Crystal Phillips-Pierce, Olympia Fields, IL
Michael Wormwood - Javier Osornio, Crete, IL
Mrs. Phelps - Prosperity White, Calumet City, IL
Lavender - Ariel Decapua, Chicago, IL
Bruce Bogtrotter - Cruz Pierce, Olympia Fields, IL
Nigel - Ernie Volini, Homewood, IL
Aegis Rahman Tommy Flossmoor, IL
Hortensia - Kenne Wright, Olympia Fields, IL
Alice - Sadie Montoya, Flossmoor, IL
Amanda Thripp - Ava Rae Polk, Park Forest, IL
Julia Lee Erica Flossmoor, IL
Doctor/Rudolpho - Thomas McMahon, Bradley, IL
The Escapologist - Ryan Runner, Kankakee, IL
The Acrobat - Ataysia Self, South Holland, IL
Entertainer/Sergei - Kolagbade Kolawole, South Holland, IL
Cook/Henchman - Jack Ford, Orland Park, IL
Amanda Ringler Older Student/Dance Captain Kankakee, IL
Older Student - Mayana Wilson-Ahlstrom, Flossmoor, IL
Acrobat’s Sister/Older Student - Payton Candiano, Glenwood, IL
PRODUCTION STAFF
Director - Tyler McMahon, Bradley, IL
Assistant Director - Mary Ellen Fawk, Chicago Heights, IL
Music Director - Stephen Lopez, Chicago Heights, IL
Choreographer - Jess Cessier, Orland Park, IL
Set Construction - Matt Jednoroz, Schererville, IN
Set Decoration - Michael Behrens, Schererville, IN
Terri Devine Costumes Orland Park, IL
Props - Beth Nuckols, Highland, IN
Lights - Ash Komorowski, Flossmoor, IL
Sound Design - Ron Edwards, Chicago Heights, IL
Hair and Makeup - Regina Gadotti, Chicago Heights, IL
Stage Manager - Ken Hawkley, Chicago Heights, IL
The Drama Group is pleased to be a member of Southland Arts with 26 local arts organizations. See details at southlandarts.org. “A Bridge to a Colorful Joyful World.”
The Drama Group acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council Agency. This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency through federal funds provided by the National Endowment for the Arts.