Welcome to our production of ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA THE MUSICAL!
Roald Dahl’s timeless story comes to life on our stage with bold characters, incredible music, and just the right touch of magic. Matilda is a journey of humor and heart, reminding us all to embrace our uniqueness and fight for our own happy endings. This production has truly been a labor of love, and I couldn’t be prouder of our cast, crew, and creative team for their dedication, passion, and hard work.
Bringing Matilda the Musical to life is no small feat—from the intricate staging and high-energy musical numbers to the deep emotional moments that our cast has so beautifully brought to life. Watching these students step into their roles and make them their own has been nothing short of inspiring. They’ve spent long days and nights fine-tuning every detail, from mastering choreography to perfecting technical elements, and their commitment reminds me why I love doing this year after year.
Of course, none of this would be possible without an extraordinary team. To Jen, Maria, Rebekah, Val, Melissa, Kevin, Chris, Daniel, Jordan, Cooper, Maggie, Lindsey, and our student leaders—thank you for your dedication, patience, and creativity. Every rehearsal, every late night, and every problem solved behind the scenes contributes to the magic you see on stage tonight. And to our seniors—this is your moment. Your leadership and talent have shaped this production, and we are all better for having shared this experience with you.
A huge thank you to the Colonial School District for its unwavering support of the arts. Special thanks to Dr. Bacani, Dr. Christian, the School Board, PW administration, and the incredible behind-the-scenes staff who make it possible for our students to express themselves through theater. Your support allows us to bring stories like Matilda to life.
And finally, to my family—Carrie, Luke, Lance, and Bryce—thank you for your patience, encouragement, and love. You put up with my late nights, endless musical soundtracks, and all the theatrical chaos with such grace, and I am forever grateful.
Matilda is a story about empowerment, of choosing to be a force for good, even when the world tries to tell you otherwise. I hope that as you watch this show, you feel that spark of inspiration—the reminder that we all have the power to change our own stories.
Enjoy the show!
Mickey Engel
