TheBellCenterat MidAmericaNazareneUniversity (913)681-3318 firstactkc.org MAY 16-19 PRESENTS ROALDDAHL'SMATILDATHEMUSICAL BookbyDENNISKELLY|Music&LyricsbyTIMMINCHIN ROALDDAHL'SMATILDATHEMUSICALispresentedthroughspecialarrangementwithMusicTheatreinternational(MTI) AllauthorizedperformancematerialsarealsosuppliedbyMTI wwwmtishowscom
PRESENTS
Book by DENNIS KELLY
Music & Lyrics by TIM MINCHIN
Orchestrations and Additional Music by Chris Nightingale
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
Any video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited
Andrew Milbourn
Director
Lindsay James
Music Director
Madison Phipps
Assistant Choreographer
Becky Ochoa
Lighting Designer
Tyler MacSweeney
Assistant Director/Stage Manager
April Okken Choreographer
Chrissi Edwards
Production Coordinator
Joel Gray
Sound Designer
Cole Edwards Directing Apprentice
from the director
At first glance, Matilda may seem like a silly children’s show. The colors are vibrant, the music is upbeat, magic abounds, and hilarity ensues. It is only when we look a little closer, we see the depth, darkness, and wisdom that is crafted into the story.
In the song “When I Grow Up”, we hear the kids dreaming of what it will be like to be older, bigger, and taller When they are older, they will be “brave enough,” “smart enough,” and “strong enough”.
Miss Honey reminds us that as adults, we often still wonder what it will be like when we are brave enough, smart enough, and strong enough. Because – spoilers, kids – we adults don’t have it all together. We are still growing, learning and changing. We are a beautiful mess.
Matilda reminds us that no matter our age, we are capable of hard things NOW. We don’t have to wait to feel like we are enough. Stand up for what you believe in. Use the gifts and power given to you by our Heavenly Father.
Adults, listen to the voices of the young. Keep your eyes open for signs of abuse and neglect. Don’t forget your dreams, your imagination, and your sense of wonder. Children, (and adults), you can do BIG things. Don’t let the bullies pick on you or those around you. Be brave. Speak up. You can change the world.
Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. - Proverbs 3:3
Thank you for your support of this cast, the show, and First Act in general! We could not do what we do without you! Now sit back, relax, and enjoy the wonderful world of Matilda!
To the King!
Andrew, April, Lindsay, Madison, and Tyler
artistic team
Lindsay, Andrew, April, Tyler, & Madison
Musical numbers
ACT ONE
"Miracle"……….........................................................................................................Company
"Naughty"....................................................................................................................Matilda
"School Song"........................................................................................................Company
"Pathetic" Ms Honey
"The Hammer"…............................................Ms. Trunchbull, Ms. Honey, & Children
"The Chokey Chant"............................................................................................Company
"Loud"…….........................................................................Mrs. Wormwood & Rudolpho
"This Little Girl"…….............................................................................................Ms. Honey
"Bruce"…….................................................................................................................Children
Musical numbers
ACT TWO
"Telly"……….............................................................................Mr. Wormwood & Michael
"When I Grow Up"...............................................................................................Company
"I’m Here" Matilda & Escapologist
"The Smell of Rebellion".............................Ms. Trunchbull, Ms. Honey, & Children
"Quiet"……......…......…......…......…......…......…......…......…......…......…......…......…........Matilda
"My House"……....................................................................................................Ms. Honey
"Revolting Children"……......................................................................................Company
cast of characters
IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER
Abel Affleck...................................................................Bulgarian, Elementary Student
Rachel Aldis........................................................................................Elementary Student
Eve Barkman Elementary Student
Bella Blankenship………....................................................................Elementary Student
Eden Blankenship………........................................................Alice, Elementary Student
Addison Blobaum………....................................................................Elementary Student
Maeve Brennan………........................................................................Elementary Student
Logan Burns……….........................................................................Ms. Trunchbull, Parent
Evie Christy…...........................Nurse, Telly Dancer, Loud Dancer, & Teen Student
Meghan Churchill Ms Honey
Kade Day………............................................................................................Mr. Wormwood
Navy Dewitt………..............................................................................Elementary Student
Peyton Dietz………..............................................................................Elementary Student
Alexa Dust……….................................................................................Elementary Student
Kaylee Dust………............................................................................................Teen Student
Maddie Ehler……….........................................................Lavender, Elementary Student
Abigail Enyart....................................................................................Elementary Student
Avery Evans Elementary Student, Cook
Meredith Facer...............................................................................................Teen Student
Maggie Falco...........................Nurse, Telly Dancer, Loud Dancer, & Teen Student
Elliana Fetters........................................................................Erica, Elementary Student
Audrey Fletcher.............................................................................................Teen Student
Gracy Foster...........................Parent, Telly Dancer, Loud Dancer, & Teen Student
Anna Gattorna...................................................................................Elementary Student
Helen Huenefeldt Elementary Student
Sophia Huenefeldt...........................................................................Elementary Student
Brielle Hunt………...........................................................Hortencia, Elementary Student
Olivia Hyer………....Acrobat, Parent, Telly Dancer, Loud Dancer & Teen Student
Jack James……….............................................................Bulgarian, Elementary Student
Allison Jianas……….............................................................................Elementary Student
Avery Jones……….....................Nurse, Telly Dancer, Loud Dancer, & Teen Student
Arden Jones………........................................................Elementary Student, Head Chef
Evan Kane Parent, Teen Student
Sarah Kane……................................................................................................Teen Student
Madilyn Komp………...........................................................................Elementary Student
Ellie Krumsick………............................................................................Elementary Student
Jane Longstreet………........................................................................Elementary Student
Cast of Characters
Mabel Marsh……..............................................................Amanda, Elementary Student
Nash McGinness-Wood………............................................Nigel, Elementary Student
Farrah Meyer……….............................................................................Elementary Student
Lillian Miller………...................Parent, Telly Dancer, Loud Dancer, & Teen Student
Caroline Murphy………......................................................................Elementary Student
Providence Nab………........................................................................Elementary Student
Maura Neihouse………...................................................................................Teen Student
Brynna Niebuhr………........................................................................Elementary Student
Jeremiah Okken.............................Escapologist, Parent, Loud Dancer, Mechanic, & Teen Student
Kathleen Okken……….............Nurse, Telly Dancer, Loud Dancer, & Teen Student
Matthias Okken………...........................................................Bruce, Elementary Student
Clara Orrison……….............................................................................Elementary Student
Drew Orrison………..............................................................Sergei, Elementary Student
Marie Orrison……….................Nurse, Telly Dancer, Loud Dancer, & Teen Student
Landon Panek………...........................................................................Elementary Student
Amy Pham Party Entertainer, Teen Student
Andrea Pham.................................................................................................Teen Student
Dalton Phar.................................................................................................Michael, Parent
Elsy Puryear.......................................................................................Elementary Student
Brie Quinlan.....................................................................................Doctor, Teen Student
Alice Reid............................................................................................Elementary Student
Olive Rolando.........................Nurse, Telly Dancer, Loud Dancer, & Teen Student
Mary Rosa............................................................................................Mrs. Phelps, Parent
Ada Sanchez Elementary Student
Sydney Sayler................................................................................................Teen Student
Maddie Seematter............................................................................Elementary Student
Ceci Sellers..................................................................................................................Matilda
Hadley Smedvig................................................................................Elementary Student
Caroline Smith...................................................................................Elementary Student
Henry Tanner.....................................................................................Elementary Student
Abby Taussig Elementary Student
Bella Taussig...........................Nurse, Telly Dancer, Loud Dancer, & Teen Student
Madighan Tharet....................................................................................Mrs. Wormwood
Henry Trimble...............................................................Rudolpho, Elementary Student
Naomi Watts......................................................................................Elementary Student
Sam Williams....................................................................Tommy, Elementary Student
Simon Williams............................................................Bulgarian, Elementary Student
Meet the Cast
Eden Blankenship as Alice
Eden is 11 years old and a homeschooled fifth grader. This is her 3rd show with First Act Theatre Arts. Eden’s favorite role is Duffy in Annie. Off stage, Eden enjoys reading, doing crossword puzzles, and playing with her friends. Eden would like to thank the directors for helping her through the process, her parents for everything they’ve done for her, and God for giving her this opportunity.
Logan Burns as Ms. Trunchbull
Logan is 17 years old and a homeschooled junior This is his 21st show with First Act Theatre Arts. Logan’s favorite role is Trunchbull in Matilda. Off stage, Logan enjoys hanging out with his cat Timothee. Logan would like to thank his family, his cat, and his boys for going to the gym with him so he can pick up and throw hammers better
Meghan
Churchill as Ms. Honey
Meghan is 17 years old and a junior at Blue Valley Northwest. This is her 2nd show with First Act Theatre Arts. Meghan’s favorite role is June in Anatomy of Grey. Off stage, Meghan enjoys singing with her friends, watching Instagram reels, and making grilled cheese. Meghan would like to thank the amazing directors, her family, and her unforgettable friends who convinced her to audition.
Meet the Cast
Kade Day as Mr. Wormwood
Kade is 18 years old and a senior at Anderson County High School. This is their 23rd show with First Act Theatre Arts. Kade’s favorite roles include Mary in Merrily We Roll Along, Molly in Peter and the Star Catcher, and Courfeyrac in Les Misérables. Off stage, Kade enjoys playing DnD, reading, and watching movies. Kade would like to thank their friends and family for all of the constant love and support throughout the years.
Maddie Ehler as Lavender
Maddie is 10 years old and a fifth grader at Holy Trinity Catholic School. This is her 7th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Maddie’s favorite role is Lavender in Matilda. Off stage, Maddie enjoys reading, singing, and dancing. Maddie would like to thank God and her family.
Elliana Fetters as Erica
Elliana is 11 years old and a homeschooled fifth grader. This is her 4th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Elliana’s favorite role is Orphan July in Annie. Off stage, Elliana enjoys reading, doing art, dancing, and singing. Elliana would like to thank God, her parents, her voice teacher, Lindsay James, and her dance teachers.
Meet the Cast
Brielle Hunt as Hortencia
Brielle is 10 years old and a fifth grader at Countryside Elementary. This is her 7th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Brielle’s favorite roles include Shellie Potts in Junie B Jones and Hortencia in Matilda. Off stage, Brielle enjoys hanging out with friends, baking, playing with her dog, and traveling. Brielle would like to thank her mom and dad, family, friends, and all of her First Act teachers and coaches. She would especially like to thank the artistic team for this opportunity and God
Mabel Marsh as Amanda
Mabel is 8 years old and a third grader at Blue Jacket Flint Elementary. This is her 2nd show with First Act Theatre Arts. Mabel’s favorite role is Amanda Thripp in Matilda! Off stage, Mabel enjoys tumbling and snuggling with her pets. Mabel would like to thank her mom and dad, her older siblings for getting her into First Act, and of course, God! She would also like to thank the directors for putting on a great show!
Meet the Cast
Nash McGinness-Wood as Nigel
Nash is 10 years old and a fourth grader at Rising Hill Elementary. This is his 9th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Nash’s favorite role is Winthrop Paroo in The Music Man. Off stage, Nash enjoys playing soccer, hanging out with friends, building Legos, playing video games, reading, and eating. Nash would like to thank his parents for dragging him everywhere, his sister Tatum for being the best (don’t tell her) and God.
Matthias Okken as Bruce
Matthias is 10 years old and a fourth grader at Kansas City Christian School. This is his 4th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Matthias’s favorite role is Herb in Junie B. Jones. Off stage, Matthias enjoys playing the piano. Matthias would like to thank his parents and God.
Meet the Cast
Dalton Phar as Michael Wormwood
Dalton is 13 years old and a seventh grader at Holy Trinity This is his 4th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Dalton’s favorite role is Michael Wormwood in Matilda. Off stage, Dalton enjoys drawing, playing Minecraft, photography, and building Legos. Dalton would like to thank his parents, his brother, his Nana, his music teacher, Mrs. Dahlstrom, and God.
Mary Rosa as Mrs. Phelps
Mary is 16 years old and a sophomore at St. James Academy. This is her 5th show with First Act Theatre Arts Mary’s favorite role is Mrs Phelps in Matilda. Off stage, Mary enjoys watching movies and hanging out with her awesome family. Mary would like to thank her parents for always supporting her, her sisters for always being there for her, and to God for giving her this amazing opportunity
Meet the Cast
Ceci Sellers as Matilda Wormwood
Ceci is 13 years old and a seventh grader at Frontier Trail Middle School. This is her 6th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Ceci’s favorite roles include Annie in Annie, Marta in The Sound of Music, and Matilda in Matilda. Off stage, Ceci enjoys thrifting with her mom, making dances with her siblings, and hanging out with friends. Ceci would like to thank her parents, siblings, friends, and God for all that they do.
Madighan Tharet as Mrs. Wormwood
Madighan is 15 years old and a freshman at Blue Valley West. This is her 2nd show with First Act Theatre Arts. Madighan’s favorite roles include Sylvia in All Shook Up and Mrs. Wormwood in Matilda. Off stage, Madighan enjoys chilling out at home, playing games, and spending time with her family. Madighan would like to thank her entire family, her grandma who’s been her forever and always, her amazing grandpa who always cheers her up, her mom who she loves to death, her brothers, her sisters, her aunts and uncles, her cousins, and as well as all of her friends who have supported her, especially her best friend Jayden who’s been cheering her on since they met.
Meet the Cast
Henry Trimble as Rudolpho
Henry is 10 years old and a sixth grader at Prairie Star Middle School. This is his 10th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Henry’s favorite roles include Oliver in Oliver! and Ralphie in A Christmas Story. Off stage, Henry enjoys drawing and playing with his dogs, Bear and Annie Henry would like to thank his voice teacher Audrey, his dance teacher Madison for getting him better at dance, his family, and God.
Sam Williams as Tommy
Sam is 12 years old and a sixth grader at Summit Trail. This is his FIRST show with First Act Theatre Arts! Sam’s favorite role is Ron Weasley in Wizards and Wands. Off stage, Sam enjoys drawing and writing stories. Sam would like to thank his mom and dad.
Dancers
Nurse & Teen Student
Maggie Falco Nurse & Teen Student
Gracy Foster Parent & Teen Student Teen Student
Nurse & Teen Student Student
Escapologist, Parent, Mechanic, & Teen Student
Kathleen Okken Nurse & Teen Student
Nurse & Teen Student Student
Bella Taussig Nurse & Teen Student
Teen Students
Kaylee Dust
Evan Kane Parent
Sarah Kane
Maura Neihouse Amy Pham Party Entertainer
Doctor
Sydney Sayler
Elementary Students
Bella Blankenship
Maeve Brennan
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Avery Evans Cook
Anna Gattorna
Elementary Students
Jack James Bulgarian
Arden Jones Head Chef
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Ellie Krumsick
Elementary Students
Farrah Meyer
Brynna Niebuhr
Elsy Puryear
Elementary Students
Alice Reid y g
Caroline Smith
Henry Tanner
Naomi Watts
Simon Williams Bulgarian
Congratulations!
AbelAffleck
Abel!Wearesoproudofyoubuddy. Keepshiningyourlightwhereever yougo!Love,Mom,Dad,Molly, Libby&Andy
MaeveBrennan
Congratulationsonyour4thshow
Maeve!Weloveyou!LoveDaddy andMamaandBubba
MaddieEhler
You'reourbrightstarandweareso excitedtoseeyourockitas Lavender!Mom,Dad,andNolan
AbigailEnyart
Congratsonyoursecondshow
Abigail!We'resoproudofyou!Love, MomandDad.
Avery Evans
We love you to the moon and back, bright little star. Love, Mom, Dad, Owen & Hammy
Best of luck to our Avery. Wish we could be there. We love you! Love, Grama Jill Grampa Kenny, Aunt Shane and Uncle Matt
Avery~ Bravo! We love watching you on stage! You shine brighter every day! XO Grandma Roy and Grandpa Bill
Elliana Fetters
Elliana, We couldn't be more proud! We love watching you shine on stage and use your gifts to glorify God!
Congratulations!
Maggie Falco
Way to go Maggie! We love to watch you shine on stage! Love, Your Family
Audrey Fletcher
Your hard work has paid off! Congratulations! I'm always amazed how awesome you are.Love you, Audrey! Mom and Dad
Gracy Foster
Gracy, So proud of your hard work. Keep using your talents for Jesus. We love you. Mom, Dad, and sisters
Sophia & Helen Huenefeldt
Sophia & Helen, Mom and Dad are so proud of you! Keep shooting for the stars! Love, Mom and Dad
Olivia Hyer
Olivia Hyer, We love to watch you perform! Never stop pursuing your dreams and you'll go far.
Love, Mom, Dad, Jackson
Evan Kane
Evan Kane -- It is a delight to be on this journey with you! We love watching you do your thing on stage! Have fun, sing your heart out, and break a leg! We love you! ~Mom & Dad
Sarah Kane
Congratulations!
Sarah Kane -- We are SO proud of you for stepping out and doing a First Act Production alongside all your other activities! Your energy and your compassion make you SHINE! Break a leg, kid! Love, Mom & Dad
Nash McGinness-Wood
Nash, We are absolutely revolted that you are so naughty!! Keep hiding under those blazers until you can act right! We love you and are so incredibly proud of you! Trish, Michelle and Tatum
Farrah Meyer Fairest Farrah, you are our star! We love you and are so proud of you!
Love, Mom and Dad
Providence Nab Hooray for your very first performance! We are so proud of you! Love you sweet Rose!
Alice Reid
Alice, You are our favorite wee little Elementary Student! We are so proud of you! You have worked so hard and we hope you are proud of yourself.
Love, Mom, Dad and Kate
Congratulations!
Mary Rosa
Congratulations, Mary! So proud of you and your portrayal of Mrs. Phelps! Work your magic! Love, Mom, Dad, CNAS
Ada Sanchez
Ada, it's amazing to watch you learn, grow, and shine as a performer. Your courage, curiosity, and authenticity are a gift. We love you! Love Mom & Dad, ZeeZee & Papa, and Kate, Ron, Georgia, Worth & Ivy
Sydney Sayler
Congratulations Sydney Sayler on your first show! I'm so proud of you and happy to support you! Love Mom
Maddie Seematter
Maddie, We are so proud of you and all your hard work! Keep singing! Love, Mom, Dad, Rylie, and Hudson
Caroline Smith
Caroline, We love you more than all the jazz hands in the world and we are so proud of you! Love your biggest (and loudest) fans, aka Mom Dad and Syd
Henry Trimble
Henry, keep being LOUD and being you! We love to see you do your thing! Love, Mom, Dad, Charlie & Georgia
Intermission Opportunities
Intermission Opportunities
parent committees
Backstage
Christy
Huenefeldt*
Panek
Reid
Trimble
Costumes
Aldis-Wilson
Dewitt
Jones (Arden)*
Tharet
Green Room Dust
Fetters
Komp
Miller*
Nab
Phar
Rolando
House
Affleck
Gattorna
Hyer
Krumsick*
Marsh
Pham
Quinlan
Makeup
Blobaum
Burns, Ginger*
Jones (Avery)
Sayler
Opportunity Baskets
Falco*
Rosa
Smith
Williams
Production Support
Kane
McGinness-Wood*
Props
Barkman
Day
Ehler*
Jianas
Niebuhr
Smedvig
Refreshments
Blankenship
Churchill
Dietz
Facer
Meyer
Taussig*
Sets
Enyart
Fletcher*
Foster
Longstreet
Orrison
Tanner
Souvenirs
Brennan
Murphy
Neihouse
Puryear
Sanchez
Sellers*
Tech
Burns, John
Hunt*
Seematter
Watts
*Committee Head
Special Thanks
First Act Theatre Arts would like to extend special thanks to the following organizations and individuals for their generous contributions to this show
Casey McDorman and the Bell Center Staff for hosting this production
Village Presbyterian Church for hosting our auditions
Lenexa United Methodist for hosting our rehearsals
Evangel Church & Kaw Prairie Community Church for hosting our classes
Erin Hillier & Darci Foster for being our tireless class coordinators
Maggie Miller for her dedicated service to our HEART program
Erin Barton & Steve Kleinschmidt for their excellent show photos
Dennis Ryan for the terrific show recordings
Rick Aldrich & Totally His Graphics for our awesome show shirts
Dennis Hoge for his help with all things warehouse
Ginger Burns for her assistance with makeup
Cynthia Liggett for her help with props
Pam Bray & Gina Milbourn for their assistance with the organization of our costumes
Lillian, Jeremiah, & Mary for being our student worship team
Logan, Meghan, & Brie for being our student social media team
The First Act Board and Staff for all of their support
Our amazing parent committees and wonderful volunteers: without you, our show would never be possible!
Chrissi Edwards for making our production run smoothly
Our wonderful Artistic Team for putting this show together
And most importantly, our LORD and Savior, Jesus Christ through whom all things are possible!
