Matilda the Musical Character Breakdown - DAURI M. KENNEDY Stop scaring your mother with that book, boy. "It is called," said the husband, announcing the event to the world's press, who had gathered to listen with bated breath [The voice of the ESCAPOLOGIST echoes her words.] The scene changes to the Wormwood's living room. There is a spotlight on BRUCE as he begins to talk. Yes. Smile for mummy, smile for mother. Dad said I'd learn the alphabet! I should be wearing in the semi-finals tonight! Even if what you got is not a lot. But this time, I've got a secret weapon. Mrs. Wormwoods self-obsessed dance teacher. You have to force the little squits to toe the line! He's part Italian, you know. You have to put it right . Even if you're little, you can do a lot. And so you think you're able More than one. This miracle . It was like the entire world went silent for that burp to exist. (Bruce!) Erm, well, as you know, Matilda is in the bottom class. Miss Trunchbull, Matilda Wormwood is a genius! That's not normal for a five-year-old. You'd better hide! Seven times two is fourteen. She stops in triumph. . If I give the crowd their money back, where is my profit?! MISS HONEY Right. Dosvedoo-dah. People don't like smarty-pants what go 'round But I shan't enjoy it, because of the despicable way in which you have spoken to me tonight. . No way! Did I drift off and dream for a minute or two? He got a C on his report! Her mind? Sign up today to unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. If you sit around and let them get on top, you A contract is a contract is a contract! Cat in the Hat! The cook enters, holding an enormous chocolate cake on a tray, along with a wooden spoon. People whispered that in her dark and brooding heart, she resented the sister, both her success and her love. "Fair" does not get you anywhere, you thickheaded twit-brain! A teacher at Matildas school. And people would come from miles around: kings! Alice Alice, Hortensia, and Tommy are classmates of Matilda who each sing solos. And that's not right! The DOCTOR runs behind the table with the others. Completely different cars, sir. So, Matilda. We have everything . MRS WORMWOOD We never thought it was possible, But she is a squib. Oh! MATILDA A beautiful, beautiful little girl. MATILDA THE MUSICAL ACT 1 A bell rings. Please! But unless you want to suffer, listen up She puts it down on the desk behind BRUCE. MRS WORMWOOD . He surely can't! Hm? MRS PHELPS screams and exits. There's a place you are sent if you haven't been good. Matilda Wormwood! School is really fun, according to my mum. TOMMY And you won't be getting "right" there, oh no. MR WORMWOOD paces the stage. What on earth did you do that for? MR WORMWOOD CHILDREN My daddy says I'm his special little . What about the Bi-Annual International Amateur Salsa and Ballroom Dancing Championships? MRS PHELPS retreats to the smaller block and sits down. ESCAPOLOGIST [off-stage] He comes to school already knowing how to read some words. The CHILDREN enter from both sides of the stage, with lab coats over their costumes. This is a great featured role for an actor who can embody Sergeis intimidating presence. Knock on the door, Jenny. DOCTOR . . Doesn't mean that you just have to grin and bear it. I ate the lot! Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical (2022) - IMDb Matilda Act 1 - QI Transcripts dot com - Google Sites . DOCTOR MATILDA She re-enters carrying two square blocks, one larger than the other. The show stars Linda Lavin in the title role, a widow who moves with her young son to start life over again, and finds a job working at a roadside diner in Phoenix, Arizona.Most of the episodes revolve around events at . No, it's fine. And, while you're at it, why don't you stick your stupid book to your stupid head? Ahh! The BIG KIDS and CHILDREN take up various positions around the stage and audience, pointing in every which way. Acrobat Story (Part 1)- Matilda, Mrs. Phelps, Acrobat, Escapologist School Song - Children, Older Children The Hammer - Miss Trunchbull, Miss Honey, Children Naughty - (Superglue) - Matilda The Chokey Chant - Older Children This Little Girl - Miss Honey Bruce- Children When I Grow Up - Children, Miss Honey, Matilda, Company Every line that Mrs. Zinnia Wormwood speaks in Matilda the Musical! Didn't we? DOCTOR and CHILDREN What a dear! COUPLE 4 MISS TRUNCHBULL MATILDA Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical: Directed by Matthew Warchus. ? . MATILDA WOMAN: She's just delightful. Bye, Mrs Phelps! The seed of a war in the creak of a floorboard. abilities. . How about this. (408) 938-1705 MRS WORMWOOD 18 0 obj <> endobj . BIG KID [TAYLOR] Mum says I'm a good case for population control. Join StageAgent today and unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. These roles are great for good singers and movers who may be newer to the stage. [She flicks on the light of the vanity in her parent's bathroom, which has risen from the stage. I can be a soldier. Join the Revolt: Read Matilda The Musical JR. for Free! She hates it when I go out. I can see Alice feels comfortable with her identity and has a strong sense that her environment is comprised of clear, logical, and consistent rules and features. Now, get off to bed, you little bookworm. Is it some modern miracle of calculus Matilda, that . Bruce goes through quite a transformation throughout the show and has some important solos, so cast an excellent singer and actor. The CHILDREN and BIG KIDS step back, leaving AMANDA in a spotlight. MISS HONEY BRUCE turns around and burps for a full ten seconds. MR WORMWOOD Well, I shall take your money when you earn it, and I shall spend it. MRS PHELPS Look at this. MRS WORMWOOD Before I first heard the pealing of the bell. You are going to march in there and give them a piece of your mind. Yep! It was the age of wisdom . Research Playwrights, Librettists, Composers and Lyricists. Look, am I fat? I am GUILTYwhen the Headmistress says I am GUILTY.". So, what is it? . MR WORMWOOD unwraps the blanket that the baby is swathed in. Me, me, me, me. MISS HONEY, BIG KIDS, and CHILDREN A character of Matildas creation. Like hell! does alice have lines in matilda the musical - el-observador.com Well, I'd better hang around just in case. A little less head, a lot more derriere. BIG KID [BEN] One of the novel's antagonists, Mr. Wormwood is Matilda and Michael 's father, and Mrs. Wormwood 's husband. DOCTOR And if it's not right, Even me. MR WORMWOOD The less you have to show, the louder you dress it. The ESCAPOLOGIST starts to walk in from the back of the stage. family dollar universal remote codes . This living 'ell. MR WORMWOOD MISS HONEY But I've got a baby! But if I try I can remeMber, Upgrade to PRO Sign Up for PRO to view suggested audition pieces! If you always take it on the chin and wear it, Hmm. the Acrobat's sister, a frightening woman who used to be an Olympic-class hammer-thrower, who loved nothing better than to scare the children of the town. I think you'll want your trousers loose. MATILDA . Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty! Now, get out of here, you little stink worm! Absolute silence. Oh, my lovely hair! But here it is, coming true: . The scene freezes again for BRUCE to talk. RUDOLPHO saunters over and holds his arm out to MISS HONEY. DOCTOR Fourteen times two is twenty-eight. It's just a door. It's from the library! "tomato"? MRS WORMWOOD MRS WORMWOOD Who do you think I am, Miss Honey? One of the kids at school with Matilda. And even if you put in heaps of effort, Calculate this! NIGEL lies down on the ground. MATILDA's classmates enter hesitantly from the front of the stage. Dad says I should watch more TV. . Look at him go! Yes, yes. MISS TRUNCHBULL hurries over to AMANDA. And it's made of spikes and wood. MISS TRUNCHBULL Knock on the door, Jenny. Back before my life had ended, So give me more cake! MR WORMWOOD MATILDA opens a cupboard at the front of the stage. That's not right. You're just wasting energy, Eric Shaffernickle | Matilda the Musical Wiki | Fandom Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda JR. is a joyous girl power romp. . And . A little more bah-da, ba ba ba-da bom! Shakespeare in the Woods 2023 Season COUPLES . Nine times two is eighteen. I'm competing in the Bi-Annual International Amateur Salsa and Ballroom Dancing Championships in Paris. In my school? How dare they speak to me like that! Oh, Matilda, this is very sad! DOCTOR It's . What's this? MR WORMWOOD Cast a fantastic singer and great actress in this role who can embody both Matildas cleverness and her kindness. The great feat was instantly forgotten, and the applause went on for nearly an hour. You should stay out of trouble Tess of the D'urbervilles . If you sit around and let them get on top, you MISS TRUNCHBULL Not the end of your nose. Jack and Jill went up the hill (Bruce!) New York, NY, Escape To Margaritaville MISS HONEY hurries to pull the cap from NIGEL's mouth. Why would you want green hair? A little less zzz, a lot more zing. MISS HONEY Ladies and gentlemen! MRS WORMWOOD walks out from behind the curtain, heavily pregnant. [He throws the phone to the lackey.] MISS TRUNCHBULL And as time passed, they grew quite old, and still they had no child. . Well done, Bogtrotter. Go fig-ueur! google_color_bg="EDC7C2"; The audience gasped so loud that a passing aeroplane caught it on its instrumentation and recorded it as an atmospheric phenomenon. Keep in mind that just because Bruce eats the cake, it doesnt mean he has to be physically larger than the other children just cast an actor who can portray Bruces journey throughout the show. But here it is, coming true: MR WORMWOOD You gotta be loud! BACKGROUND SINGERS Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty! Who the hell do they think they are? MAN: So hilarious. Well, I needed to learn to read words so that I could read sentences. . We're rehearsing. He's a small, ratty man, with luscious black hair. Each newborn life a canvas yet unpainted, . Don't listen to them. My mummy says I'm a lousy little worm. Don't let her win. MATILDA sits to the side, reading a book. And another door closes. He stands up on a block. One of the kids at school with Matilda. You should be embarrassed. I shall consign you to the seventh circle of hell, child. After your first day of school! Angrily, MISS TRUNCHBULL looks from NIGEL to MATILDA and back. In my class, that is, er, there is a little girl called Matilda Wormwood. Matilda characters breakdowns including full descriptions with standard casting requirements and expert analysis. You will soon see there's no escaping tragedy. Matilda! MATILDA [He laughs.] He is enthusiastic, sweet, and always in a bit of a panic. ALL COUPLES: What? My mummy says I'm a precious barrelina. One look at my face and it's plain to see. She exits, not before scratching her behind and wiping her nose. B-R-O-O-C-E! Two times . off to prison you both shall go!". MRS WORMWOOD MATILDA But time is the one thing no one is master of. Mrs. Wormwood Lines Flashcards | Quizlet Desks rise from the ground and a blackboard makes its way from the back of the stage. [He brings out a load of cash and starts leafing through it.] You might as well be saying you think that it's okay, No "buts". DOCTOR In business, son, a man's hair is his greatest asset. He did what you asked. BIG KID [TAMIKA] Everything this character does is grand and exaggerated hes performing for the cheap seats! Why? and the great performers would instantly oblige with the most spectacular show, just for them. We have done this a thousand times." MATILDA But suddenly, she hugged him with the biggest hug in the world, so hard that he thought she would hug all the air out of him. Sing, Jenny! In . Sign in|Recent Site Activity|Report Abuse|Print Page|Powered By Google Sites. Indeed, sir. PDF Matilda the Musical Character Descriptions You'll be punished so seVerely if you step out of line. Gloria Magitum! BIG KIDS to read our character analysis for Alice and unlock other amazing theatre resources! MRS PHELPS MISS TRUNCHBULL carries the ribbon back to her desk and sits down. As I stepped up to the circle, did I change my plan? . MR WORMWOOD Hortensia | Matilda the Musical Wiki | Fandom MATILDA holds her a dramatic pose, holding the large book above her head. Oh, let's put it this way. And she keeps trying to tell me stories, Harry. Good-bye, Mrs Phelps. No one's gonna care if you don't care, Ah-ah-aah-ah It's been clear there's no peer for a miracle like me. Cast a great actress who can portray Mrs. Wormwoods nastiness but also play up her ridiculousness and lean into the comedy. He drops it again. Her parents treat her poorly, but Matilda escapes into a world of books, which puts her reading level far above the other children in her class, and she develops a bit of magical power in an effort to defeat Trunchbull. She then sniffs her way across the room, following the former path of the spotlight. From offstage, MISS TRUNCHBULL blows on her whistle. [He takes out a cigar and takes hold of the baby.] You shall be . 'Twas written in the stars before they even met. Yes, sir. Oh, right. Matilda lies down and flicks off the light. Matilda JR (Musical) Songs | StageAgent . [She stands and approaches MISS HONEY menacingly, towering over her.] WOMAN: Well, take another! MRS PHELPS is sitting on a block and MATILDA is standing on one, holding the two dolls. Stuff it in. . Rudolpho is greatly skilled in, and besotted by ballroom dancing, to a professional level; he is described, by Mrs Wormwood, as being 'very supple' and having 'incredible upper-body strength'. Five times two is ten. Platinum blonde hair dye. Kim . Ow! The quintessential terrifying tyrant. The announcer from MISS TRUNCHBULL's videos starts commentating. Hortensia has done things like putting syrup . Oh, my head! "Time is on our side. Marvellous. MATILDA said the wife, smiling sadly and slipping her hand into his. Yes. I can't find his frank 'n' beans! Matilda Jr. Character Details - Primary Players She's a tiny girl with brown hair. . MATILDA MATILDA . Do you think you could tell me what two times twenty-eight is? What is your name? Or if the scream in your head even reached your mouth! You really don't know anything, do you? A purple spotlight starts to make its way from Bruce across the classroom. the Acrobat's sister. Nicholas Nickleby . MATILDA hides the glue behind her back as MR WORMWOOD enters. Brand new stock, sir! This child doesn't have a "thingie" . What we all suspected. But I didn't do anything. She is kind and bright (though not as brilliant as Matilda) and quickly decides that Matilda is her best friend. You have to stay inside the circle all the time. MISS TRUNCHBULL takes BRUCE by the wrist and leads him off the front of the stage. MRS WORMWOOD and RUDOLPHO The scene unfreezes. The most common thing in life is life . BIG KIDS enter menacingly behind the gate. Yes, sir. And that's not a hint, by the way. What am I gonna do? Eat! The DOCTOR exits and MR WORMWOOD hurries after him. And remember to be eXtremely careful. He screams and turns around, hitting ERIC's cap against ERIC's desk. RUDOLPHO There's never been a miracle, a miracle, a miracle as . MISS HONEY Oh Oliver Twist . MISS HONEY enters and turns away in shock. But it's a truth empirical Could I speak to you for a moment, please? In fact, it must have been her who put that stink bomb under my desk this morning. Well, I suppose your mother will be waiting for you. . A model of a grand old house rolls in from the back of the stage. Is she here? His whatchamacallit. There's nothing to fear. MATILDA Like you, I was (Q) curious, Nigel One of the kids at school with Matilda. vanderbilt orthopedic surgery residency united automotive sales does alice have lines in matilda the musical. But unleSs you want to suffer, listen up An idiot? That makes me so happy. Cast a good singer and mover in this role. She has a thirst for learning that cannot be quenched. And the second part is Chokey! New York, NY, Accessibility Statement Terms Privacy |StageAgent 2020. The children begin to pop up from behind the table and speak. This boy's got no fingie. and the great performers would instantly oblige with the most spectacular show, just for them. . Just because you find that life's not fair, it NIGEL leans forward in concentration and groans in agony several times. You should stay out of trouble, That is v . In . "Patience, my love," the husband replied. MRS WORMWOOD and MICHAEL down sit in armchairs. Matilda The Musical is about Matilda Wormwood - an extraordinary child who has a gift for learning and other unusual talents. . MR WORMWOOD MATILDA and ACROBAT [off stage]"It is where the loneliness of life has led us.". . National Green Hair Day! The Burning Woman, Hurling Through the Air, with Dynamite in Her Hair, Over Sharks and Spiky Objects, Caught By the Man Locked in a Cage has been . Why? Ah-ah-aah-ah You don't use sympathy or tenderness. Have to admit Soft spoken and kind. Don't hide it under a bushel. Hand's shaking. Matilda tells the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a sharp mind and a vivid imagination, dares to take a stand to change her story with miraculous results. Before my happy days were Over, [to MATILDA] You! We only provide suggested audition monologues or songs for an individual character if our system finds content that matches a character's traits. Matilda Character Analysis | LitCharts Nigel is a boy in Matilda 's class at Crunchem Hall Primary School. And . NIGEL, TOMMY Oh, I look nice. If you always take it on the chin and wear it, You gotta be loud! A table with the word "Contest" emblazoned on the side is wheeled in. How much, exactly are we talking about? A child. MISS TRUNCHBULL finishes writing the word "GUILTY" on the board. . [She murmurs along to the music.] Vocal health and clarity. NIGEL queens! Bruce! have you read a whole book? The other dancers and judges exit, leaving MRS WORMWOOD and RUDOLPHO in a dramatic position. MISS HONEY enters and erases the board. The DOCTOR and the CHILDREN sing into their stethoscopes. Innocent victims of their story. He also annoys her by sharing that Miss Honey taught the entire . Am I . The Trunchbull can be played by a male or female (though the character is female). [They start chattering. You are a teacher. Who is this, babe? It's not even eight thirty! I mean, it's just not normal for a girl to be all . Before my happy days were over, Age Looks 6 to 10 Height Up to 4' 3". MISS TRUNCHBULL turns off the screens with a remote and wheels around, holding a magnifying glass. Once upon a time, the two greatest circus performers in the world an escapologist who could escape from any lock that was ever invented, and an acrobat who was so skilled it seemed as if she could actually fly fell in love, and got married. I mean, it's got to hurt, all squished in there. Don't take me to Chokey! . RUDOLPHO [She pauses and realizes what she has done, and slowly lowers her hands.] She uses the umbrella to bring down the hat and starts lining it with glue.]. MATILDA and ESCAPOLOGIST . DOCTOR You can be all cynical, Gain full access to show guides, character breakdowns, auditions, monologues and more. If you want to throw the hammer for your country. role Tommy appears in the following songs: "Miracle" ' School Song The hammer " Bruce " "When I Grow Up" " The Smell of Rebellion " "Revolting Children" "When I Grow Up (reprise)" Contents 1 Portrayals 1.1 Stratford 1.2 Original West End 1.3 Current West End 1.4 Former West End 1.5 Broadway MISS TRUNCHBULL You fool! Matilda? MRS WORMWOOD MATILDA A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X. Just so you all know, she's my best friend! I don't know. MR WORMWOOD . Every day starts with the tick of a clock. We never thought it was possible, . For men. As a huge cloud of chocolate-y gas wafted from my mouth and drifted across the class. There's never been a miracle, a miracle, a miracle Sing, children. MRS WORMWOOD and RUDOLPHO What's the matter, Bogtrotter? Neigh! Maybe. Amanda Thripp. Everything you need to know about Matilda The Musical in London My skin looks just revolting in this foul, fluorescent light. BOTH: What a dear! Everything was arranged by [She pulls her coat over her head to simulate a hunchback, and grabs a large book.] You haven't got time for "but". Your genius husband is going to sell them one hundred and fifty five knackered old bangers as brand-new luxury cars. The moved into a beautiful old house at the edge of town, and in the evenings, they would walk and take the air. Apply just one simple rule MATILDA The Wormwoods laugh. . MATILDA A spotlight searches the theater. MISS TRUNCHBULL . Oh, my good Lord! Might as well be saying you think that it's okay, "Lovely"? Nonsense. Just because you find that life's not fair, it MISS HONEY knocks three times and winces. You're just wasting enerGy, As headmistress, she runs her school like a dictator, making up arbitrary rules to suit her every whim and dreaming up creative punishments. One day when I'm older, . The subsequent fall was inevitable. MATILDA BRUCE wilts by the desk. How does that sound? Considerably roomier inside. You gotta be loud! MatildaEric Shaffernickle is a character in Matilda the Musical. Cover yourself in chocolate glory! It was like the entire world had gathered to see The Burning Woman, Hurling Through the Air, with Dynamite in Her Hair, Over Sharks and Spiky Objects, Caught By the Man Locked in a Cage. RUDOLPHO starts dancing with and carrying around MISS HONEY, which he continues to do throughout the song. But although they loved each other, although they were famous and everyone loved them, they were sad. [He sits down in a zen position.]. Stop being pathetic, Jenny. Alice Character Analysis in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland - SparkNotes One can hardly move for beauty and brilliance these days. Content has never been less important, so ESCAPOLOGIST [off-stage] I've got a whole house to look after! MISS TRUNCHBULL New York, NY, SM for Poor Yella Rednecks MICHAEL sits on his lap. a contract. Your old man is going to work. This uncorrupted mind. Mustn't let a little thing like "little" stop you. And when you scream, you don't know if the sound came out, The secret to my success is this. Oh, my hair! The kindly librarian who loves hearing Matildas stories. This is one of the most beautiful children I've ever seen. Can I ask you a question? . MR WORMWOOD, towel wrapped about his shoulder, enters the bathroom with MICHAEL. [COUPLES You can be all cynical, She befriends Matilda. I always compete, doctor. guy . One should avoid confrontation when possible. No, Miss Trunchbull. MISS TRUNCHBULL grabs AMANDA by the pigtails and swings her around and around. [pm&;} *Jb{wpP A+| 0`G@pXAroR /_:ma:K6 ~CSzaC//qG16@v;\jj~ny6~b9"fi1!Izk"%1qtQ{XyS'A) 3ngvzt|7nitWY1CO!R4uPL}5zE@TUKTt [kT6s&e,WgqeMX$ BIG KIDS Semi-Spanish gown One of Matildas schoolmates. Or maybe your largeness Just you wait for phys-ed! A bell rings. See how my trophies gleam in the sunlight? My daddy says I would be the teacher's pet! MRS WORMWOOD A wonderful new person is about to come into your life to bring love, and magic, and happiness, and wonder! As a chalked up my palms, did I wave my hands? I wonder why they didn't just change their story. It seems that there are millions of these "one in a millions" these days. . El Observador Publications, Inc. 1042 West Hedding St. Suite #250, San Jose, CA. Oh no, Headmistress. Dennis Kelly and . And I will Teach you a thing or two. They say she's lined it with nails, and spikes, and bits of broken glass. Alice, Hortensia, and Tommy are classmates of Matilda who each sing solos. MISS TRUNCHBULL The most precious gift the natural world can bestow upon us has been handed to you. What do you think it took to become English Hammer Throwing Champion 1969? I don't know. I didn't do anything! MRS PHELPS MISS TRUNCHBULL Mrs Phelps? MISS TRUNCHBULL MRS PHELPS Its helpful if Mr. Wormwood reads as older onstage and makes a dynamic pair with Mrs. Wormwood. . MRS WORMWOOD She's got no respect, that one. A member of the mafia! You have a worm, I am FULLwhen and onlywhen the Headmistress says I am FULL. . These roles are great for good singers and movers who may be newer to the stage. If you're stuck in your story and want to get out, Russian businessmen: very, very stupid! You don't need happiness or self-esteem. Well, Matilda Wormwood. You have got to be You're almost finished. Than the volume with which what you don't know's expressed. I'll tell you tomorrow. [She presses an intercom on her desk.] MATILDA Ah-ah-aah-ah. The CHILDREN thrash in their seats. . MATILDA Matilda? Tricks!" . You have to stay inside the circle . RUDOLPHO Accident In Bromley Today, Apostle Islands Glass Bottom Boat Tour, Articles D
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