Sharing with you some of our student cast members from our wonderful production of Matilda Jr!! We will unveil more cast members in future OPPS Newsletter issues!

Why did you chose to audtion for Matila Musical jr?

I like performing!

Do you have a favourite song or scene from the show? Why is it your favourite?

Naughty or Quiet - because I get to sing them by myself and naughty is a funny song

What is one word you would use to describe the show?

Dramatic

If you could give a reason why everyone should come and watch Matilda Jr., what would it be and why?

Because its a good show and tells you that you can do lots of things even if you're little

If your character had a superpower in real life, what do you think it would be?

invisibility so she can do things in secret

What is one word you would use to describe the cast so far?

Fun and energetic

Why did you chose to audtion for Matila Musical jr?

I saw my friends on the stage last year and thought I'd love to try that myself

Do you have a favourite song or scene from the show? Why is it your favourite?

When I Grow Up - I thnk it shows what they are looking forward to and how no one can take them down

What is one word you would use to describe the show?

Unexpected

If you could give a reason why everyone should come and watch Matilda Jr., what would it be and why?

unexpected pop ups, characters and surprises draw you in

If your character had a superpower in real life, what do you think it would be?

A really good death stare to scare people even more

What is one word you would use to describe the cast so far?

Crazy

Why did you choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

I like singing and acting.

Do you have a favourite song or scene from the show? Why is it your favourite?

I like Miracle because I get to jump off a table, and it's a cool party.

What is one word you would use to describe the show?

Energetic.

If you could give a reason why everyone should come and watch Matilda Jr., what would it be and why?

Everyone should come watch because you get to watch kids grow.

If your character had a superpower in real life, what do you think it would be?

Reading people's minds.

What is one word you would use to describe the cast so far?

Respectful.

Why did you choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

Because it is fun.

Do you have a favourite song or scene from the show? Why is it your favourite?

They are all great.

What is one word you would use to describe the show?

Exciting.

If you could give a reason why everyone should come and watch Matilda Jr., what would it be and why?

To watch people perform.

If your character had a superpower in real life, what do you think it would be?

Dancing.

What is one word you would use to describe the cast so far?

Kind.

Why did you choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

For fun.

Do you have a favourite song or scene from the show? Why is it your favourite?

The school song, because there are parts you need to sing really fast

What is one word you would use to describe the show?

Exciting.

If you could give a reason why everyone should come and watch Matilda Jr., what would it be and why?

To have some time with your family.

If your character had a superpower in real life, what do you think it would be?

Mind reading.

What is one word you would use to describe the cast so far?

Happy.

Why did you choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

Didn't get to last year and I enjoy performing arts

Do you have a favourite song or scene from the show? Why is it your favourite?

Chokey chant – because it's silly

What is one word you would use to describe the show?

Fun

If you could give a reason why everyone should come and watch Matilda Jr., what would it be and why?

It is a good show.

If your character had a superpower in real life, what do you think it would be?

Spawning keys for everything.

What is one word you would use to describe the cast so far?

Encouraging.

Why did you choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

Because I wanted to be in the musical.

Do you have a favourite song or scene from the show? Why is it your favourite?

The school song – I like the solo elements.

What is one word you would use to describe the show?

Exciting.

If you could give a reason why everyone should come and watch Matilda Jr., what would it be and why?

that it'll be fun to watch and there are a lot of exciting parts.

If your character had a superpower in real life, what do you think it would be?

Flying

What is one word you would use to describe the cast so far?

Kind.

Why did you choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

I really wanted to because I also did it last year, and it made me feel really confident.

Do you have a favourite song or scene from the show? Why is it your favourite?

My favourite song is 'Miracle' because I get the first line.

What is one word you would use to describe the show?

Amazing.

If you could give a reason why everyone should come and watch Matilda Jr., what would it be and why?

They should come and watch because it's going to be amazing and we have really good people who can sing!

If your character had a superpower in real life, what do you think it would be?

Teleportation.

What is one word you would use to describe the cast so far?

Great.

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Issue 7 · 08 May 2026

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