July 14–30, 2023 @ Knoxville Children's Theatre
Knoxville Children’s Theatrepresents “Matilda The Musical Jr.” Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning musical 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 and continues to play tosold-out audiences of all ages around the world. The play is performed July 14-30. Thursdayand Fridayperformances are at 7 p.m., Saturday performancesat 1 and 5 p.m., and Sunday performances areat 3 and 6 p.m.
Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She's unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacherMiss Honey. During her ?rst term at school, the two forge a bond as Miss Honey beginsto 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 punishthose who don't abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be her classmates saving grace.
The play is performed by 20 young actors and designed by 13young designers from ages 9 to 18. The cast includes KCT veterans Ida Roberson playing Matilda, Trunchbull portrayed by Braelyn Read and Miss Honey by Averi Waller. Other KCT veterans include Olivia Birkbeck (Lavender), Owen Bellamy (Bruce), Julian Daniel (Nigel),Rosalie Linnabary (Alice), Eiley Rickman (Erica), Leeland Robbins(Michael), Conard Belitz (Mr. Wormwood), Maggie Clower (Mrs. Wormwood), and Kira Bellamy (Ms. Phelps). Tinsley Clinton, RileyWatkins and Addison White join the cast portraying multiple roles.
Making their KCT debuts in this production are Zoe Brockman (Hortensia), Nora Halliburton (Amanda), Zane Kragenbrink (ensemble), Ryan McCoy(ensemble),and Maxton Read (Tommy).
The show is directed by two-time Tony Award winner Ashlee Latimer. Musical direction is provided by Deena Rhea and Teresa Seals with choreography by Donya Walker Bacon. Cooper Delamainprovides the scenic design with assistance from Lena Kennedy and Chloe Ryerson. The costume design is provided by Sybella Crane and Katie Moon with assistance from Carlie Houk, Jadyn Spencer, and Ellery Wynn. Michelle Phelps will be the dresser. PJ Copeland providesthe lighting design and the properties are designed by Abby Jackson, Alyssa Kennedy, Lyric Wester?eld-Dyer, and Bella Wilkinson. The play’s stage manager is Kennedy Welch and Assistant Stage Manager is Delaney Rickman.
Category: Theatre, Youth and Family