Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Over the course of her first term at school, Matilda and Miss Honey have a profound effect on each other’s lives, as Miss Honey begins to recognize and appreciate Matilda’s extraordinary personality. Matilda has many encounters with the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull. She hates children and loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. Matilda's courage and cleverness could be the school pupils’ saving grace!
Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination.
Country Gate Players
Nestled in the Town of Belvidere, this non-profit group presents musicals, dramas, comedies, murder mysteries, a holiday classic in December, and special events. An intimate theater - not a bad seat in the house!