Eleven times two is twenty-two. (Bruce!) A custoner swindled by Mr. Wormwood. When lights come up again, AMANDA is gone. MR WORMWOODOh, this is thick! So give me more cake! They say she's lined it with nails, and spikes, and bits of broken glass. Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty! Excellent man. Matilda characters breakdowns including full descriptions with standard casting requirements and expert analysis. I hate pigtails! MATILDA collects her books. You have got to be MRS WORMWOOD is behind the curtain. A weakling? Fifteen times two is thirty. So, Matilda. Tricks!" MISS TRUNCHBULL Two other dancing teams come in and join MRS WORMWOOD and RUDOLPHO in the competition. I've got my deal today with the Russians. They dance to the same routine until MRS WORMWOOD and RUDOLPHO overtake them with more complicated choreography. [She gets on all fours as RUDOLPHO rides her like a horse.] COUPLES, CHILDREN, and DOCTOR Ev-er-y life is unbelievably unlikely. Yes. Why, why, why, why, why, why, why? A student at school with Matilda. He has the very first solo line of the entire show, so make sure to cast a good singer in this role. 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. You'll never again be subject to abuse for your immense caboose. CHILDREN and BIG KIDS appear in the boxes to the upper left and upper right of the stage and sing. The alphabet? What's this? Even me. And . Not even when the hammer left my hands Upon the blackboard is written the alphabet. The series is based on the 1974 film Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore. MRS WORMWOOD But that's not fair! BIG KIDS Then your mummy is a twit! You don't use sympathy or tenderness. My hands are tied. I think we'd better leave it there, Nigel. MRS WORMWOOD You see, the Trunchbull's cake was so good that I'd scoffed it down too quick, and now it was beginning to fight back. Before my happy days were Over, Good morning, children! Your old man is going to work. . The CHILDREN and BIG KIDS line up again. Just you wait for phys-ed. MISS HONEY A storm can begin with the flap of a wing. MRS WORMWOOD COUPLE 2 Cast an actress in this role who can portray Lavenders likability and friendliness. Oh, that's where it's at! Here in the library again, are we? MATILDA Come on!] MISS TRUNCHBULL . I stole the cake. But this little girl . You really don't know anything, do you? As I started my spin, did I look at the view? Yes, Miss Trunchbull! MRS PHELPS exits as a siren wails and the scene changes to Crunchem Hall Academy. But I didn't do anything. CHILDREN Mrs Wormwood, do you really have no idea? Innocent victims of their story. . MISS HONEYbeckons MATILDA to the back of the class. It's just a door. Four times two is eight. 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 Absolutely, sir! Matildas brother. Like you, I was (Q) curious, and look at reading. NIGEL, TOMMY . MRS WORMWOOD Mustn't let a little thing like "little" stop you. MATILDA stares up at her for several long seconds. We're not rich. [She exits down the steps and stops behind the first portion of the audience.] Are you listening? Each newborn life a canvas yet unpainted, Standing up for the little spit-ball, are you? Good hair means a good brain. The scene switches to the Wormwood's living room. MATILDA and ACROBAT [off stage] You've not got the spine. A NURSE is holding a baby, which cries. There's, erm . MATILDA and ESCAPOLOGIST Between you and it, CHILDREN 2 And I shall crush you. To hammer throwing, life, and school Two, three, four! google_ad_host="pub-6693688277674466"; MATILDA BIG KIDS BRUCE We're rehearsing. It's been clear there's no peer for a miracle like me. This miracle . BIG KIDS 95126 Phone No. WOMAN: She is clearly more emotionally developed than her peers. My name is Miss Honey. The other dancers and judges exit, leaving MRS WORMWOOD and RUDOLPHO in a dramatic position. Look at mummy. . [She wraps her hands around MATILDA.] You can be all cynical, . Daughter of Mr Harry Wormwood who owns Wormwood Moturs. And so it was, they decided to perform the most dangerous feat ever known to man! The scene changes to the Wormwood's living room. Oh, my good Lord. ACROBAT and ESCAPOLOGIST [off-stage] Last week, I read quite a few. MATILDA . So you're Wormwood, are you? Flashbulbs go off. You'll be punished so severely if you step out of line. How about this. The cars will break down. Lavender is a girl in Matilda 's class at Crunchem Hall Primary School, and she soon becomes Matilda's best friend. LOUD! MATILDA sits down reading a book. abilities. Miracle! LAVENDER That's not normal for a five-year-old. For men. Oh, it will only take a moment. As a huge cloud of chocolate-y gas wafted from my mouth and drifted across the class. . MRS WORMWOOD puts a number on RUDOLPHO's back as though they are competing in a dancing competition. What have I told you about wearing pigtails? The most common thing in life is life . The room freezes as MISS TRUNCHBULL starts to write the word "GUILTY" on the board. [She takes MATILDA by the wrist and leads her to ERIC's desk.] She then sniffs her way across the room, following the former path of the spotlight. MR WORMWOOD MISS HONEY You are a thief! Go on, then! You don't need happiness or self-esteem. I'm not in favor of girls getting all clever-pants, Miss Hussy. What you know matters less The ESCAPOLOGIST starts to walk in from the back of the stage. Ladies and gentlemen! She stops in triumph. Oh, very rich. With Alisha Weir, Emma Thompson, Lashana Lynch, Stephen Graham. [to MISS HONEY] You don't! MISS TRUNCHBULL . and astronauts! . Well, I shall take your money when you earn it, and I shall spend it. He appears in the following songs: Alice, Hortensia, and Tommy are classmates of Matilda who each sing solos. [He does a split in front of MISS HONEY. As I was saying, Matilda. Sorry, Miss Trunchbull. To stand up and be proud! Not the end of your nose. And honestly, I was really, definitely, sort of, almost thinking about owning up. They are good runners, sir. Cast a solid actor and mover in this fun featured role. Don't be pathetic! She says they make me look pretty! What a pleasure to see you. Don't let her win. "Bambinatum est magitum." One can hardly move for beauty and brilliance these days. The teacher's clearly falling short. Well, this crime took place before school started. She says if I'm keen, I have to cut down on the cream, My mummy says I'm a precious barrelina. It's the Trunchbull's speciality. Ciao, Rudolpho. MRS WORMWOOD (Excluding the songs) Learn with flashcards, games, and more for free. Lost your appetite? Lights up. She uses them to carry on a conversation. Matilda lies down and flicks off the light. But time is the one thing no one is master of. MISS HONEY exits behind the stacks as the library scene rolls in. No one is as bold or tough as me. The BIG KIDS and CHILDREN take up various positions around the stage and audience, pointing in every which way. MATILDAThe moved into a beautiful old house at the edge of town, and in the evenings, they would walk and take the air. When all had quietened down, she stepped forward and produced . She just picked him up, swung him around, and threw him out the . All the while, AMANDA's screams get louder. [She flicks on the light of the vanity in her parent's bathroom, which has risen from the stage. It doesn't really matter if you don't know much! If you sit around and let them get on top, you A little less fact, a lot more feel. Would rob them of their hope of living happily. If you took your time , CHILDREN Alice's familiarity with the world has led one critic to describe her as a "disembodied intellect.". The Trunchbull can be played by a male or female (though the character is female). Loud, loud, loud, loud! the Acrobat's sister. I'll come back later, then. The desks descend into the ground. With her, it's all "books" and "stories". Thirteen times two is twenty-six. Just so you all know, she's my best friend! MISS TRUNCHBULL strides to the board. MATILDA Great, big, question-asking . Amanda is a little girl who attends Crunchem Hall Primary School. MISS HONEY Is a miracle! Green hair? And it's made of spikes and wood. MRS PHELPS exits with the blocks. Content has never been less important, so My, my, that is good. Quite a long way, I think. Ow! . DOCTOR MISS TRUNCHBULL finishes writing the word "GUILTY" on the board. MISS HONEY MR WORMWOOD . Cartwheel. You're almost finished. Like Matilda, Lavender is a bright child. STRONG comedy and vocal ability Vocal range top: G4Vocal range bottom: A2 MISS HONEY Matilda's kindhearted teacher. I didn't do anything! Past Matilda. MRS PHELPS dog razor burn after surgery. From the grunt I had practiced for many a month? The DOCTOR runs behind the table with the others. All escapes start with the click of a lock. [She throws the baton across the stage, does a jet to catch it, and points her finger at MISS HONEY.] MISS TRUNCHBULL and CHILDREN . RUDOLPHO If you're an escapologist, I must be an acrobat to balance that lot. The lackey is wearing a shirt that reads "Wormwood Moturs". MATILDA . MAN: I think he blinked. Please! Go on. . This is the worst day of my life! That's the main thing. . Google+. Not dressed in hospital cotton, That kids like me should be against the law. Apply just one simple rule [She puts the book in the cupboard and hurries to the hat rack with a bottle reading "sooper gloo". MISS TRUNCHBULL She stands paralyzed in fear. I'm sorry, doctor. A child. But I didn't . . Well done, Bogtrotter. Don't listen to them. Eat! So they say. That's right, honey, look at mummy. They embrace and exit out the back of the stage. Doesn't mean that you just have to grin and bear it. MISS TRUNCHBULL and CHILDREN DOCTOR and CHILDREN You MATILDA Gloria Magitum! [to MATILDA] You! MISS TRUNCHBULL . (408) 938-1705 MISS TRUNCHBULL Leave it alone, Jenny. Or even two, Bruce, Fourteen times two is twenty-eight. You see, he fell asleep, and we put him under the coats for safety. google_color_border="EDC7C2"; She'll call a truce, Bruce. The tiniest mite packs the mightiest sting. BIG KID [BEN] And . It's just pathetic. MR WORMWOOD MISS TRUNCHBULL hurries over to AMANDA. MR WORMWOOD MATILDA and ESCAPOLOGIST Go on, Brucey! As the hammer took off, did I change my grunt LAVENDER MISS TRUNCHBULL grimaces as the purple spotlight leaves her. Alice has some solo lines, so. And each night, the children of the town would wait in anticipation, hoping for a glimpse of the shiny white scarf that the acrobat always wore, for then they knew that they had only to cry, "Tricks! MR WORMWOOD A man in business simply cannot fail to get noticed when he looks like this. Twitter. . MATILDA Do you think I would allow myself to be defeated by these maggots, do you? It's true he indulges my tendency to bulge. And Jenny's outside. . MRS WORMWOOD . BRUCE wilts by the desk. RUDOLPHO whips off MRS WORMWOOD's skirt to reveal a shorter skirt made of tassels beneath it. We must find out how it ends. Mrs Phelps? Yesterday, she caught Julius Rottwinkle eating a gobstopper during science. Is it time for school yet, mum? She has a few solos and lines, but her most featured moment is when Trunchbull throws her through the air using her pigtails. . Before Matilda joined the class, Lavender was the smartest in the class. It was like the entire world went silent for that burp to exist. Who wants stories? RUDOLPHO enters from behind a gap in the curtain behind her. MRS WORMWOOD She is kind, is generous, and really cares about the children despite her own desperate circumstances. hb```f``f`2@(#00 3*}/*!H3gd$!p!`uz@Fq's10n This child doesn't have a "thingie" . In . 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 will be performed, and performed this day, or . Good Lord, woman, have you started already? Mr. Wormwood. What's wrong with the telly? Told me to watch out for the brat, though; says she's a real wart. See you tomorrow! This still, unbroken skin, . Gender: Female Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: C4 Tommy Alice, Hortensia, and Tommy are classmates of Matilda who each sing solos. AMANDA Age Height 4' 3" -4' 5" Essential Slight framed. My daddy says I'm his special little guy! A teacher at Matildas school. Okay. And if you want to teach success, Not a jot! By - November 27, 2022. MISS HONEY enters and erases the board. Yeah! I can be a soldier. Good-bye, Miss Honey. MRS PHELPS is sitting on a block and MATILDA is standing on one, holding the two dolls. MATILDA gazes at their dramatic display non-chalantly and holds out a palm to them. It's from the library! And always keep your feet inside the line! Look at this. BRUCE I have suffered in this jail. Matildas mother. . Come along, Bogtrotter. MISS HONEY enters and knocks. I chose looks! . MATILDA Mr Wormwood! The cook enters, holding an enormous chocolate cake on a tray, along with a wooden spoon. Oh, my word, he's an ugly little thing. The world's greatest acrobat! Bruce goes through quite a transformation throughout the show and has some important solos, so cast an excellent singer and actor. Oh no, Headmistress. and special powers! If you want to throw the hammer for your country. and the great performers would instantly oblige with the most spectacular show, just for them. He surely can't! That lady? Nigel has a few solos and some great featured moments in the show, so cast a strong actor and singer in this great supporting role. But it's a truth empirical. Is like the TARDIS: Ah-ah-aah-ah MISS HONEY Now, here's a tip: Prettier barrelina! She puts down the large block and MATILDA stands on it. This living 'eLl. Can I ask you a question? MISS TRUNCHBULL . RUDOLPHO Have been trapped inside this cage for ages, MR WORMWOOD 'Cause your life as you know it is ancient history. You just need to keep your feet inside the line. Yes. [He laughs then peters out.] Everything was arranged by [She pulls her coat over her head to simulate a hunchback, and grabs a large book.] Or if the scream in your head even reached your mouth! MR WORMWOOD Whether you like it or not. Might she be a little brighter than her class? Enigmatic, serious, intense. Used to compete in the Olympics, throwing the hammer! MATILDA stands at the front of the stage as her classmates walk in and the desks rise from the ground. as Matilda) and quickly decides that Matilda is her best friend. He's fantastic! BRUCE And if you can't read sentences, you've got no chance with books. . He also has some featured moments as one of Matildas schoolmates, so its helpful if Eric is also an expressive actor. Matilda? That love and fate and a touch of stupidity Oliver Twist . CHILDREN But there was no sign of the Acrobat, and no glimpse at all of her shiny white scarf. google_color_bg="EDC7C2"; 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. Mr. Wormwood Matilda's father. See how they shine? Are you crying? RUDOLPHO starts dancing with and carrying around MISS HONEY, which he continues to do throughout the song. But I . Yes. The Invisible Man . It was the biggest burp I had ever done. . CHILDREN MISS HONEY, BIG KIDS, and CHILDREN BIG KIDS enter menacingly behind the gate. Every line that Mrs. Zinnia Wormwood speaks in Matilda the Musical! What kind of society would that be? I'm in the zone, doll! Her dancing lessons with Rudolpho are the most important part of her day. Er, what books did you read? [She pauses and realizes what she has done, and slowly lowers her hands.] . Yes. MISS TRUNCHBULL green! A product of Matildas imagination. Eric is the smallest child in Miss Honey's class, which makes him easier for Miss Trunchbull to bully. Lavender and Matilda. Are you smoking a cigarette? MISS TRUNCHBULL I wonder why they didn't just change their story. School is really fun, according to my mum. Gain full access to show guides, character breakdowns, auditions, monologues and more. Not a dot did I stray from the plot. . Do you think in that moment, when my big moment came, Mum says I'm a good case for population control. MISS HONEY He is egotistical, rude, and not very bright, not to mention a liar. Matilda? You wouldn't beat them in a race! Do you think I altered my intended elevation? There's more the second part. Every new life Eight times two is sixteen. When Matilda first arrives, Miss Honey quickly discovers . MRS WORMWOOD has her leg raised up and RUDOLPHO is holding it against his back. Miss Trunchbull, Matilda Wormwood is a genius! . He dances with the hospital bed that MRS WORMWOOD is lying on. So go and put some highlights in your hair. The Wormwoods laugh. What?! . A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X. A life. MATILDA's brother, MICHAEL, lies lazily on a recliner. That is v . [He pulls the towel over his head and starts massaging vigorously]. . Upgrade to PRO Sign Up for PRO to view suggested audition pieces! Boys and girls! google_ad_height=90; She sat down, and when she got up . Finally, he grabs an individual page in glee. NIGEL Hmm. Short as possible. MRS PHELPS screams and exits. Oh, it's Miss Honey. I have to tell you, Headmistress, that in . [He throws the cigarette into the audience.] DOCTOR . MRS WORMWOOD Loud, loud, loud, loud! . Take another picture of our angel from this angle over here. . I can't find his frank 'n' beans! Yes, Miss Trunchbull. Find the bally line and toe it, Though Mr. Wormwood is not a good person and he is mean to Matilda, his Sign in|Recent Site Activity|Report Abuse|Print Page|Powered By Google Sites. Whoa! Oh, my undercarriage doesn't feel quite normal. She's a tiny girl with brown hair. And I say that criminals like you are not full until you have eaten the entire cake. [He takes out a cigar and takes hold of the baby.] THIS FEATURE IS ONLY AVAILABLE FOR PRO MEMBERS. Bambinatum! . Now, look at you, and look at me. MISS HONEY laughs and exits down the stairs at the front of the stage. Their furniture is wheeled off the stage and a hat rack with MR WORMWOOD's hat and an umbrella is brought center stage. To survive this mess by Being a prince or a princess. Look, is this gonna take much longer, doctor? National Green Hair Day! Cast an excellent actress and singer who can portray Miss Honeys sweetness and her strength. You Yes, wonderful. Eventually, they quieten down, but LAVENDER continues to jump up in down next to MATILDA, who is reading. DOCTOR The biggest burp I had ever heard about! He stands up on a block. RUDOLPHO Oops! to read our character analysis for Alice and unlock other amazing theatre resources! . . Well, take another! her knickers stayed stuck to the seat! I shall consign you to the seventh circle of hell, child. Copyright All rights reserved. My mummy says I'm a miracle, Can be played by a male or female. Yes. Yeah, it was, er [He gestures to the lackey.] . MRS PHELPS retreats to the smaller block and sits down. [His stomach growls.] The hero of the show. No, no, no, no [ad lib. As headmistress, she runs her school like a dictator, making up arbitrary rules to suit her every whim and dreaming up creative punishments. But I shan't enjoy it, because of the despicable way in which you have spoken to me tonight. Listen to this: "It was the best of times. "tomato"? I think you'll want your trousers loose. . PARTY ENTERTAINER MAN: Take another picture of our angel from this angle over here. A long table with the word "Birthday" emblazoned on it moves forward, with little hands creeping along the bottom. Whatever you do, just don't give in. The less you have to sell, the harder you sell it. Cast a great actress who can portray Mrs. Wormwoods nastiness but also play up her ridiculousness and lean into the comedy. MRS PHELPS A party entertainer enters with balloons. He'll probably think he's in bed when he wakes up. Why? Secrets. This is Rudolpho! Matilda, that . Stuff it in. Like Romeo and Juliet, Oh, right. Did I let myself go. Where's his fingie? Restores my faith in human kind. All right. I'm afraid I've not been too successful in getting others to recognize your . MRS WORMWOOD Yeah. We can have our cake and it it too! Its helpful if Trunchbull is physically larger than the actors playing children. They sits and unpack their bags. You'll never again be subject to abuse for your immense caboose. He has the bad luck to get caught after eating Trunchbulls cake. One look at my face and it's plain to see. Oil of Violets hair tonic. NIGEL Oh, did I not mention? You have to force the little squits to toe the line! Before I first heard the Pealing of the bell. %%EOF Everything this character does is grand and exaggerated hes performing for the cheap seats! One hundred and fifty-five brand new luxury cars, sir. The condition is characterised by the sufferer experiencing bouts of chronic fatigue, and falling suddenly asleep, often without knowing, or any warning at all. Her mind is incredible. Go fig-ueur! A little less dressing like your mum. A curtain is wheeled in with the words "5 YEARS AGO" painted on it. Pathetic, little me. That makes me so happy. These roles are great for good singers and movers who may be newer to the stage. They were written that way: But even you, Bruce, MATILDA . Four judges in outrageous costumes sit behind it. Look at these trophies. I'm Lavender, and I think it's probably for the best if we're best friends! I shall pound you. They say she's going to put me in Chokey! My mummy says I'm a miracle. Somewhere along the way, my dear, She holds the hat out to him. A girl should think about make-up and hair dye. The CHILDREN and BIG KIDS take off their blazers and throw them on top of him. . Don't be pathetic! Standing outside the principal's office like a little girl. I mean, it's just not normal for a girl to be all . One day when I'm older, "It is where the loneliness of life has led us.". MAN: Have you seen his school report? The ACROBAT enters from the back of the stage, and the ESCAPOLOGIST takes her by the hand. Age Looks 6 to 10 Height Up to 4' 3". Oh, no, it's a lovely book. NIGEL I don't know. ALL COUPLES: What? Matilda Character Breakdown KIDS ROLES Matilda Wormwood - (THIS ROLE MIGHT BE DOUBLE CAST -each actress having three scheduled mainstage performances) An imaginative girl who is clever and wise far beyond her years. But the one thing . The great feat was instantly forgotten, and the applause went on for nearly an hour. in my opinion, this little girl should be placed in the top form with the eleven-year-olds! My daddy says I should learn to shut my pie-hole. MR WORMWOOD unwraps the blanket that the baby is swathed in. MATILDA and ACROBAT [off stage]"It is where the loneliness of life has led us.". MISS HONEY MATILDA To the rules. MISS TRUNCHBULL Erm, well, as you know, Matilda is in the bottom class. 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 . Miracle! That's the bananas right there. What am I thinking? Jack and Jill went up the hill My daddy says I'm his special little . ? BIG KID [BEN] Look at you trying to hide, silly. MRS WORMWOOD WOMAN: She's just delightful. Doesn't mean that you just have to grin and bear it. Specialness is de rigueur. BACKGROUND SINGERS The school bell rings and all the children march out. The chances of existence almost infinitely small. Mrs. Wormwood is selfish, obsessed with her own appearance, and believes everything she sees on TV. We can have our cake and eat it , Ah-ah-aah-ah The subsequent fall was inevitable. You've gotta learn to listen up, kid. . Looks like rain. hbbd``b` $ 6 DeX@Aw!Ub& &L RHW W . LAVENDER You should be embarrassed. . NIGEL runs in up the steps stage left, screaming. MATILDA A wonderful new person is about to come into your life to bring love, and magic, and happiness, and wonder! And do you tell them lots of stories like you do with me? With your stupid books and your stupid reading. Six times two is twelve. CHILDREN 1 Keep out of reach of children. 49 0 obj <>stream And . . He rips out several pages and throws them dramatically on the ground. I didn't do anything! Four COUPLES, crouched down behind the table, begin to stand and speak. . He's eaten it all. You see, unfortunately, Nigel suffers from the rare, but chronic sleep disorder, narcolepsy. And so, the great day arrived! MATILDA AMANDA MRS PHELPS He flails around the stage.]

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