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BEWARE OF MISS TRUNCHBULL!<\/strong> \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s not likely the audience will find any waltzing in this MATILDA<\/strong> onstage at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza<\/strong> within the Fred Kavli Theatr<\/strong>e. They will see a Tony-winning musical performed by a fine cast of players only until March 31<\/strong>. This 5 Star<\/strong> Theatricals<\/strong> production does indeed feature dancing (see photo below<\/em>), but the primary attraction of this exuberant performance – let\u2019s be honest – \u00a0showcases an adorable, feisty, talented, mostly pre-teen singing and dancing class of schoolchildren. These kids break all the rules and the audience couldn\u2019t be happier.\"\"<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

American audiences generally are not as familiar with the Roald Dahl<\/strong> output of children\u2019s literature, upon which this MATILDA<\/strong><\/em> adaptation by Dennis Kelly<\/strong> is based, as are the Brits. His novels and short stories usually center on children with an adult villain treating the kids poorly. This leads to some – wait for it – NOVEL twists and turns that appeal to both the young ones and their handlers, too. This 1968 concoction, penned near the end of his literary career, is revered across the pond.<\/span><\/p>\n

And now to this production, paying heed to the formulaic intentions of the author. Olivia<\/strong> Marcum<\/strong> (alternating with Lucy Bollier<\/strong>) plays the title role (\u201cMatilda\u201d) It’s a very tall order for a neophyte and Olivia (whom I saw) commands the stage with a depth far beyond her years. It may be the script itself, but only the telekinesis bits did not succeed very well.<\/span><\/p>\n

Villain? ( or should this critic, instead, \u00a0say) villainS? First, there are James Larsen<\/strong> (\u201cMr. <\/span>Wormwood\u201d) and his wife Janna Cardia<\/strong> (Mrs. Wormwood\u201d), both specimens looking as if \"\"<\/a>they crawled out of some Funhouse trapdoor. Both pooh-pooh their daughter\u2019s love of books and scorn her intelligence. She finds herself alone and mistreated in her own home. Conversely, the sad sack older son Nick McKenna<\/strong> (\u201cMichael Wormwood\u201d) plops on the couch, watches the \u201ctelly\u201d incessantly and ignores his sibling. And so \u00a0the bright one is pitied and the intellectually-challenged one is celebrated. Nick does some smart acting, though, in capturing the hapless son.<\/p>\n

Mr. Wormwood runs a sleazy auto sales business for which he is currently negotiating for an unethical, multi-car sale to some wealthy Russians. Mr. Larsen oozes the sleaze from every pore while castigating poor Matilda repeatedly. His opening to Act II proves to be priceless.\u00a0 SOLD! Meanwhile, Mrs. Wormwood can think of nothing else but her obsessive ballroom dancing and the stud slithering in and out of the furniture with her. John Paul Batista<\/strong> (\u201cRudolpho\u201d), who also assists with the show\u2019s choreography, complements the smarm of his partner with every twirl and dip. (Hopefully, he can make it through the run without ripping those skin tight duds.) Funny stuff. Ms. Cardia couldn\u2019t be finer as the Mrs.; in short, she\u2019s got the beat on empty-headed flightiness. In the midst of this madness, Matilda sometimes uses her intellect to assert her worth.\"\"<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

But it is at school that the audience meets the super villain. Nicholas Mongiardo-Cooper<\/strong> (\u201cMiss Trunchbull\u201d) sends shivers down the spine of her charges at Matilda\u2019s school, ever eager to mete out punishment to the despised ones. The dreaded \u201cchokey\u201d, a cabinet lined with sharp protrusions, serves as the ultimate source of intimidation aimed at forcing the kids to toe the line or else. Mr. Mongiardo-Cooper harnesses that evil energy in a fine performance which surely won\u2019t lead to any apples on her desk anytime soon.<\/span><\/p>\n

Providing a distinct contrast to the scurrilous behavior of Miss Trunchbull are the sweetness of two other key characters. Katie DeShan<\/strong> (\u201cMiss Honey\u201d) corners the syrupy territory in the story, recognizing Matilda\u2019s brilliance and special gifts. She gets to cower at the iron-fisted Trunchbull while sympathizing with the children at other moments. Nice balance in this performance…no sugary excess, thank goodness. To a lesser degree, Deanna Anthony<\/strong> (\u201cMrs. Phelps\u201d) also is plenty sweet while simultaneously recognizing Matilda’s imaginative storytelling. Humorous and highly animated \"\"<\/a>performance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Returning to the core of the entertainment, those schoolchildren deserve most of the credit for the show\u2019s success. Their acting, singing and movement are above reproach. No whippings here. Important to applaud the costume designer Noelle Raffy<\/strong> for the smart dressing of the youngsters (along with the rest of her admirable work) as well as the wardrobe supervision by Kimberly Foster<\/strong>. Folks, imagine the potential for backstage chaos without supreme efforts here.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tim Minchin<\/strong>\u2019s catchy tunes and lyrics are expertly handled by the musical direction of Jennifer Lin<\/strong>, encouraging excellent sounds on behalf of the principals, featured players and chorus as well. An 11-pc orchestra, also led by Ms. Lin, accompanies the onstage mayhem to perfection.<\/span><\/p>\n

Heather Castillo<\/strong>, as choreographer, directs the razor-sharp movements of the ensemble. Slightly disappointed with some elements of the physical fitness routine, but otherwise right on the mark. In the ensemble, a shout out to the always charming and talented Carolyn Lupin<\/strong>, especially for her Russian Mafia bit (totally unexpected).\"\"<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The stage managers, Talia Krispel<\/strong> assisted by Tawni Eccles<\/strong> and Julian Olive<\/strong>, deserve special recognition for \u201cwrangling\u201d all these young actors so successfully.<\/span><\/p>\n

The creative team on this show creates a wonderful environment for the show to prosper. Congratulations to Stephen Gifford<\/strong> (Scenic Design), Jose Santiago<\/strong> (Lighting Design) and Jonathan Burke<\/strong> (Sound Design) for fulfilling the promise of the script. The entire enterprise benefits from the astute direction of Lewis Wilkenfeld<\/strong>, as he has done many times previously for Cabrillo Music Theatre<\/strong><\/em> offerings.<\/span><\/p>\n

At the end of the day, it must be recognized that the show is top flight entertainment for this community. Do yourself a favor and \u00a0corral your children (or your neighbor\u2019s children) to join these performers in Thousand Oaks<\/strong> this coming weekend for MATILDA<\/strong><\/em>.<\/span><\/p>\n

pc: Ed Krieger<\/strong><\/p>\n

Theatre Curtain Calling\u2026 Reviewing the Situation<\/i><\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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