{"id":10299,"date":"2023-01-06T01:24:24","date_gmt":"2023-01-06T08:24:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=10299"},"modified":"2023-01-06T15:24:57","modified_gmt":"2023-01-06T22:24:57","slug":"matilda-matilda-the-musical-filled-with-nostalgia-catchy-songs-and-fantastic-choreography","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2023\/matilda-matilda-the-musical-filled-with-nostalgia-catchy-songs-and-fantastic-choreography\/","title":{"rendered":"Matilda Matilda the Musical * Filled With Nostalgia, Catchy Songs And Fantastic Choreography"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Matilda.poster.jpg?resize=102%2C150&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10306\" width=\"102\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Matilda.poster.jpg?resize=203%2C300&amp;ssl=1 203w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Matilda.poster.jpg?resize=692%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 692w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Matilda.poster.jpg?resize=768%2C1137&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Matilda.poster.jpg?w=1013&amp;ssl=1 1013w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 102px) 100vw, 102px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>An adaptation of the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical. Matilda tells the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a sharp mind and a vivid imagination, dares to take a stand to change her story with miraculous results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Maica N., comments, \u201cMatilda the Musical is full of nostalgia and catchy songs, giving a new generation the chance to experience Matilda and her magic. Besides, who doesn\u2019t enjoy being a little naughty sometimes?\u201d See her full review below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Matilda the Musical<br>Maica N., KIDS FIRST! Film Critics, Age 15<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Matilda the Musical<\/em> is full of nostalgia and catchy songs, giving a new generation the chance to experience Matilda and her magic. Besides, who doesn\u2019t enjoy being a little naughty sometimes?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Uo34aNWHTAo?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Matilda.a.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10305\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Matilda.a.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Matilda.a.jpg?w=448&amp;ssl=1 448w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><em>Matilda the Musical<\/em> is the retelling of the classic 1996 film, <em>Matilda<\/em>. Matilda (Alisha Weir) is a young girl with a brilliant mind and a vivid imagination. After meeting a kindhearted and loving teacher named Miss Honey (Lashana Lynch), Matilda finally gets to go to school and get relief from her neglectful parents. It isn\u2019t all sunshine and rainbows, however, as she soon finds herself fighting back against the merciless principal of the school, Miss Trunchbull (Emma Thompson.)<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/matilda.e.jpg?resize=225%2C158&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10301\" width=\"225\" height=\"158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/matilda.e.jpg?resize=300%2C211&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/matilda.e.jpg?resize=1024%2C719&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/matilda.e.jpg?resize=768%2C540&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/matilda.e.jpg?w=1486&amp;ssl=1 1486w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><em>Matilda the Musical<\/em> is a musical whose songs will stick in your head all day. The casting for this musical is perfect for the characters and the story, especially in the roles for Alisha Weir and Lashana Lynch. They are both able to convey the delicate and innocent personalities that are Matilda and Miss Honey. When they are on screen together, the only thing the audience thinks about is how they want everything to work out for them. Matilda and Miss Honey are the definition of lovable characters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The process of Matilda developing telekinesis seems somewhat rushed, though \u2014 it is such an important factor to the original story, and it might feel random or as though it came out of nowhere for some. We don\u2019t see Matilda building up her skills, so that is rather abrupt. The choreography, by Ellen Kane, is intricate and advanced. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/matilda.d.jpg?resize=225%2C119&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10302\" width=\"225\" height=\"119\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/matilda.d.jpg?resize=300%2C158&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/matilda.d.jpg?resize=768%2C404&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/matilda.d.jpg?w=900&amp;ssl=1 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of the concluding songs, <em>Revolting Children<\/em>, led by Hortensia (Meesha Garbett) and Bruce (Charlie Hodson-Prior) has choreography that has already become a fan favorite. The moves\u2014combined with the talented dancers\u2014capture everyone\u2019s attention.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The message of <em>Matilda the Musical<\/em> is that if there is something in your life that you believe is detrimental, or not adding value, it\u2019s okay to move on. <em>Matilda the Musical<\/em> shows the audience that you don\u2019t have to feel bad for choosing something better for your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give <em>Matilda the Musical<\/em> 4.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 18, plus adults. <em>Matilda the Musical <\/em>is available now on Netflix. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mEEMbNS6fzY?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An adaptation of the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical. 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