Peoples Theatre is delighted to announce that, for the very first time, they will be producing Matilda the Musical Jr.
The multi-award-winning musical marvel that is based on the beloved Roald Dahl book will be on stage at Peoples Theatre from 10th June – 27th July, 2025.
Matilda is the tale of a brilliant little girl with telekinetic powers. She has an unhappy life with her parents and the show follows her in her attempts to turn her life around. Matilda’s parents believe she is a nuisance while she thinks they are only interested in watching the television.
Life at school isn’t much better thanks to the monstrous headmistress Miss Trunchbull. The headmistress terrifies both students and teachers alike until one day Matilda discovers she has a very special power. She decides it’s time to teach the grown-ups a lesson.
She also develops an unlikely friendship with her teacher Miss Honey, who admires Matilda’s intellect and almost magical abilities. As the plot progresses, the musical explores the bond between Matilda and Miss Honey, and Matilda’s desire for freedom.
This is an enchanting tale that delves deeper into Roald Dahl’s themes of self-empowerment and finding one’s true self.
Matilda features the spectacular combination of Dahl’s plucky heroine, a moving script by writer Dennis Kelly and hilarious words and music by Australian comedian Tim Minchin makes this a treat your children will remember forever.
Adults will also enjoy and appreciate the show’s clever humour and word-play just as much as the children. With catchy original songs, it’s pure magic from scene to scene!
Says Director Jill Girard excitedly; “I love bringing books to life on our stage . Both the book and its stage adaptation of Matilda enjoys immense popularity world-wide due to its powerful message of empowerment”
She continues; “Matilda is a humorous and heart-warming story which is relevant to all children and adults alike . It is family entertainment at its very best and provides us with challenging and exciting ways of staging the production at Peoples Theatre .”
Matilda Jr’s Creative Team:
Produced by Peoples Pre Productions
Directed by Jill Girard
Set Design by Grant Knottenbelt
Costumes by Luciano Zuppa
Choreography by Sandy Dyer Richardson
Musical Direction by Coenraad Rall
Publicity by Collett Dawson of The CoLab Network
Peoples Theatre is exited to present to you an ensemble of talented performers who will take you on this great Matilda JR adventure!
Cast list to be announced soon
Performances are from Tuesday 10 June – Sunday 27 July 2025
Show times for schools are Tuesday to Friday at 09h00 & 11h00.
Show times for Public are 10h30 & 14h30 – Weekends and school holidays
Ticket Prices:
R175 per person for members of the public
R140 if you are a member of the Peoples Theatre Kids Club
R150 for public accompanying members
For School group rates, please contact the theatre directly
PLEASE BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT
Call 011 877 6841 or email info@peoplestheatre.co.za for bookings or enquiries.
You can also book online at www.joburgtheatre.com or at www.webtickets.co.za
The Kids’ Club
Children who join the Kids’ Club for just R150.00 a year receive discounted rates on tickets and also get to enjoy free entrance to the show that falls closest to their birthday. Kids Club members receive fun newsletters and stand to win fabulous prizes in exciting competitions. So why not come and spend some quality time at the PEOPLES THEATRE Come as you are, come dressed up but whatever you do don’t miss Matilda The Musical Jr!
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