Sharing with you more 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 choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

Last year was a lot of fun and I thought I did a really good job.

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

This little girl because it is really fun to sing.

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?

Everyone is really talented.

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

Changing someone's mood.

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

Talented.

Why did you choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

I just wanted to be in a musical.

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

My first scene is when Matilda comes in and she starts telling me the story because it is a fun scene.

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

Funny.

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

Because it is a good show.

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

Coolness.

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

Amazing!

Why did you choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

Because I have never been in a play before.

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

Revolting children because it has very upbeat music.

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?

If you like cheeky you should come, because Matilda is cheeky and you get watch kids have fun!

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?

Amazing.

Why did you choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

Because I thought it would be lots of fun. And it is lots of fun.

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

Miracle because you need to sing fast and basically rap.

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

Fantastic.

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

To see the show because it is fun!

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

Invisibility because you can be sneaky and teleport.

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

Fun!!

Why did you choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

I wanted to be a part of something / the group.

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

The school song because you get to sing really fast.

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?

It's really funny and enjoyable.

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

Invisibility.

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

Kind.

Why did you choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

To get some experience of being in a musical and on stage and something new and fun.

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

I like when Trunchbull throws Amanda by the braids.

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

Unfortunate events.

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

To view the musical and find a passion in wanting to be in a musical themselves.

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

Everything she touches becomes money – like the mightest touch.

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

Nice.

Why did you choose to audition for Matilda Jr?

Because I have never made it into a play, and I think it will be lots of fun.

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

'Naughty' is my favourite because it's catchy.

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

Nerve-wracking.

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

Its going to be so entertaining!

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

Being able to turn into a chipmunk.

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

Helpful.

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