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Book by Dennis Kelly
Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin
Roald Dahl’s beloved story of an extraordinary young girl comes to life in Matilda the Musical. Unloved by her parents, tormented by Headmistress Trunchbull, and armed with a vivid imagination, five-year-old Matilda finds solace in stacks of library books. With the help of her caring teacher, Miss Honey, Matilda’s magic appears as she dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.
Content Transparency: This show contains mild language. Guests are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the shows we offer to make informed decisions before purchasing tickets.
This project is funded in part by Orange County Government through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Program. This project is sponsored in part by the Department of State, division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council of Arts and Culture and the State of Florida. This project is funded in part by United Arts of Central Florida, home of OrlandoAtPlay.com and UAArtsEd.com.
sensory-friendly
Matilda the Musical: Saturday, May 9 at 2:00 pm
This performance is for families that have members (both children and adults) with Sensory Processing Disorders (SPD), Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), and special needs.
Special modifications will be made for this performance, including reduced volume levels and modifications to lighting, haze, and other special effects.
Families are welcome to bring items (blankets, pillows, noise reducing headphones, snacks, etc.) to make their visit more comfortable.
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Roald Dahl’s beloved story of an extraordinary young girl comes to life in Matilda the Musical. Unloved by her parents, tormented by Headmistress Trunchbull, and armed with a vivid imagination, five-year-old Matilda finds solace in stacks of library books. With the help of her caring teacher, Miss Honey, Matilda’s magic appears as she dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.
This show contains mild language and is suitable for general audiences. We encourage you to use your judgment based on your child’s age and maturity level.
ASL-Interpreted
ASL-Interpreted Performance
Thursday, May 7, 2020 | 7:30 pm
In partnership with Signing Shadows, Garden Theatre will present an American Sign Language-interpreted performance.
When looking at the stage, the interpreters will be located in front of the stage on the far right.
For more information about the best seating to view the interpreters, please email BoxOffice@gardentheatre.org.
Book Drive
Garden Theatre Partners with A Gift For Teaching
March is National Reading Month! During March, Garden Theatre will be a collection point for A Gift For Teaching’s Ready to Read Book Drive. Guests who bring a children’s book to the Box Office will receive a Matilda bookmark and coupon for $5.00 off a Youth ticket for Matilda the Musical.
A Gift for Teaching seeks Early Reader, Picture Story, Young Chapter, and Middle Grade Level Books. Please note we cannot accept religious or violent reading material.