There’s still time to enjoy Roald Dahl’s Matilda in Livingston. Inspired by the novelist’s twisted genius, the play is a captivating musical masterpiece that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination, and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. Its local production continues at the Shane Center for the Arts with weekend performances running through November 13th.
Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence . . . and psychokinetic powers. She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Over the course of her first term at school, Matilda and Miss Honey have a profound effect on each other’s lives, as Miss Honey begins to appreciate Matilda’s extraordinary personality. Matilda’s school life isn’t smooth sailing, however – the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school’s saving grace!
Matilda runs weekends through November 13th. Performances take place in the Shane’s Dulcie Theatre. Show times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, followed by Sunday matinees at 3pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors/students/veterans, and $10 for youth 17 & under. Reserve your seats at www.theshanecenter.org or call (406) 222-1420. The Shane has installed a UV air filtration system in the lobby and auditorium.
Matilda is generously sponsored by Kenyon Noble, First Interstate Bank, Yellowstone Country Montana, and Yellowstone Valley Lodge & Grill. •
