Overview
This summer, step into the wildly imaginative world of Matilda The Musical — a magical musical adventure for the whole family. Filled with humor, magic, and circus spectacle, Matilda celebrates courage, creativity, and the power of believing in yourself.
It’s the inspiring story of a remarkable little girl who discovers that even the smallest voice can make a difference. Matilda brings you the kind of shared family experience that stays with you long after the curtain comes down.
Whether you’re introducing your children to Matilda for the first time or revisiting a favorite together, this spectacular production offers joy, heart, and unforgettable moments for audiences of all ages.
Performance Details:
Friday @ 6:30PM; Saturday @ 1:30PM & 6:30PM; Sunday @ 2:00PM
Running Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Performance Location:
NCHS Theater: 11 Farm Rd, New Canaan, CT
Quotes from Matilda by Roald Dahl.
Promotions:
- Tickets starting at $29 for all performances.
- PREVIEW NIGHT: Save $5 on most tickets – Friday, July 10th.
- FAMILY NIGHTS: On Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18 save $10 on all Child tickets.
- Save $5 on Child / Senior tickets in select sections for all regular performances.
- Military discount $5/ticket with code MILITARY.
- Save 20% when purchasing 10+ tickets in select sections. Use code GROUP when purchasing.
- High School / College Student Rush – $20 tickets available 30 minutes prior to curtain pending availability.
Media
Photos by Dutch Doscher
Cast
Charlotte Surak
Matilda
Meghan Louise Taylor*
Miss Trunchbull
Mary McNulty*
Miss Honey
Christopher Hudson Myers
Mr. Wormwood
Rachel MacIsaac Myers
Mrs. Wormwood
Keisha T. Fraser*
Mrs. Phelps
Nora Grace Blair
Hortensia
Delphine Day
Alice
Camilo Velasquez Escamilla
Eric
Carlos Velasquez Escamilla
Tommy
Valentina Miller
Lavender
Coralie Myers
Ensemble
Jack Ranieri
Bruce
Ever Brave Savage
Nigel
Brielle Shupin
Ensemble
Victoria Vartosu
Amanda
Madeline Benoit
Ensemble
Anthony Cataldo
Sergei/Voice of Escapologist/Ensemble
Cristyn Dang
Ensemble
Nathan Iles
Ensemble
Christian Libonati*
Ensemble
Nicholas Mohamad
Understudy (Intern)
Olivia Pryor
Voice of Acrobat / Ensemble
Noah Roderiques
Rudolpho / Ensemble
Cooper Sadler
Michael Wormwood/ Ensemble (Intern)
Riley Schauer
Ensemble (Intern)
Keara Sweeney
Ensemble
Andre’ Pernell Williams
Ensemble
Dance Captain: Keara Sweeney
Assistant Dance Captain: Riley Schauer
UNDERSTUDIES: Matilda: Brielle Shupin; Miss Trunchbull: Anthony Cataldo; Miss Honey: Olivia Pryor; Mrs. Wormwood: Keara Sweeney; Mr. Wormwood: Christian Libonati; Mrs. Phelps: Cristyn Dang; Bruce: Ever Brave Savage; Lavender: Coralie Myers
*Appearing through an Agreement between this theatre, The Summer Theatre of New Canaan, and Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.
Creative
Dennis Kelly
Book
Tim Minchin
Music & Lyrics
Roald Dahl
Author
Allegra Libonati
Director
Eric Stretch
Choreographer
Josh Walker
Music Director
Lauren Nicole Sherwood
Costume Designer
Kevin Gleason
Lighting Designer
Miguel-Andres Garcia
Aerial Act Designer
Alan J. Stogin*
Stage Manager
Gabi Simmons
Assistant Director
Grace Griffin*
Assistant Stage Manager
Credits
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.
Plan Your Visit
Learn more about attending a performance with the Summer Theatre of New Canaan.