Matilda The Musical

Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical is playing on stage at Hillside Community Church, 937 Ruth St Prescott, AZ starting on June 6 at 7pm for three performances. 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. “One Story Creations is so excited to bring a brand new musical to Prescott, AZ.” 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 lovable 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 not only to recognize but also 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 thinking up new punishments for 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 musical 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. For more information and to purchase tickets for Matilda The Musical please visit onestorycreations.com David and Jennifer are a married musical duo and have owned and operated One Story Creations for over 15 years. Jennifer graduated from The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City studying musical theater, voice, acting, and dance extensively. David attended McGill University in Montreal studying composition and is proficient in Bass, Guitar, Drums, and Musical Direction. Since they came together they have put on many musicals and plays with hundreds of adults and children. Past Productions include Peter Pan, Beauty and the Beast Jr, Annie, Aladdin, The Last Five Years, Mary Poppins, I Do! I Do!, My Fair Lady, Twinderella, Do Wop Red Riding Hood, and Wonderland, just to name a few. Their family moved to Prescott in 2017 and have fallen in love with the community. They are excited to continue sharing their passions with others as they take on this amazing musical Matilda! They strive to provide a unique performing arts experience, allowing the cast to become more outgoing, trusting, and gain more self confidence over the course of the show!