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A LITTLE GIRL FINDS SOLACE IN BOOKS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Children comprise the core of Roald Dahl<\/strong>\u2019s widely read MATILDA<\/strong><\/em> now entertaining families at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts<\/strong>.\u00a0 And the youthful ensemble \u201csmashingly\u201d schools the audience in this exuberant, good vs. evil story. The opening number \u201cMiracle<\/em>\u201d seals the deal from the gitgo as it introduces the company of actors, sets up the story, lays the groundwork for the winning musical score and highlights the children \"\"<\/a>in movement and attitude, too.\u00a0 Director<\/em> Michael Matthews<\/strong>, Musical Director<\/em> Jennifer<\/strong> Lin<\/strong> and Choreographer<\/em> Kate Dunn<\/strong> stunningly execute the first taste of this TONY<\/strong>-rich musical, wildly popular in London<\/strong> and on Broadway<\/strong> as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, not until the audience encounters the feisty Audrey Cymone<\/strong> (\u201cMatilda<\/em> Wormwood<\/em>\u201d) do all of us recognize and absorb the defining \u201cheart\u201d of the show.\u00a0 As the tale (shaped by Dennis Kelly<\/strong>) proceeds, both the young lady\u2019s quest for learning and adventure and her resiliency when faced with challenges increasingly prove to be inspirational.\u00a0 The singing and acting requirements of the role alone recommend this youngster\u2019s significant talent throughout the journey.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this production, though, she is not the only one at the top of her game. The supporting cast deserve special mention, too. In particular, Constance Jewell Lopez<\/strong> (\u201cMrs. Phelps<\/em>“)\"\"<\/a> charms the pants off the smitten onlookers sitting out front in the theatre as the librarian who goes all in on the allure of storytelling.\u00a0 And those same audience members are not likely to forget the swivel-hipped bravado of Danil Chernyy<\/strong> (\u201cRudolpho<\/em>\u201d), the slimy dance teacher of Matilda<\/em>\u2019s loopy mother. Fine work noticed as well from the likes of Rees<\/strong> James<\/strong> (\u201cDoctor<\/em>\u201d), Erik Hall<\/strong> (\u201cMichael Wormwood<\/em>\u201d), Brandon Keith Rogers<\/strong> (\u201cEscapologist<\/em>\u201d), Veronica Gutierrez<\/strong> (\u201cAcrobat<\/em>\u201d, also the Dance Captain<\/strong>), Juan<\/strong> Guillen<\/strong> (\u201cParty Entertainer\/Sergei<\/em>\u201d) and even young Aaron Tapia<\/strong> (\u201cBruce<\/em>\u201d) who makes quite the impression within the children\u2019s ensemble.\u00a0 In fact, all of the kids are \u201cbrilliant\u201d as the Brits typically are wont to say and it\u2019s only fair to add the adult ensemble performers to this list as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cheers for the lead players for their achievement in this cautionary story. Cartoonish (and dastardly) Erica Hanrahan<\/strong> (\u201cMrs. Wormwood<\/em>\u201d) and Josh Adamson<\/strong> (\u201cMr.<\/em> Wormwood<\/em>\u201d) provide the sickening overdose of bad parenting skills to supreme effect.\"\"<\/a> Also, Nicole Santiago<\/strong> (\u201cMiss Honey<\/em>\u201d) buzzes<\/em> in and out of the story as a kind of \u201cMiss<\/em> Goody Two-Shoes<\/em>\u201d, determined to nurture Matilda<\/em> with her own sweet\u00a0<\/em><\/span>nectar<\/em>\u00a0so that the thwarted girl can be all that she can bee<\/em>. Truthfully, this is a honey<\/em> of a performance (sorry, not sorry for the wordplay; after all, schooling informs the storytelling!).<\/p>\n

Lastly, the menacing, bearded (btw hilarious) Michael A. Shepperd<\/strong> (\u201cMiss Trunchbull<\/em>\u201d) corners the essence of evil in \u201chis\u201d portrayal of the feared, insidious schoolmistress gone berserk. (N.B. Friends, you\u2019ll have to be patient for the end of the story to see whether or not \u201cshe\u201d receives comeuppance).<\/span><\/p>\n

Returning to the illustrious creative team of this production, a few thoughts are in order. Jennifer Lin<\/strong> ably conducts the 11 pc orchestra in showcasing Tim Minchin<\/strong>\u2019s heralded score (with some contributions from Orchestrator<\/em> Chris Nightingale<\/strong>). She also elicits a\"\"<\/a> superior singing effort from the professional players on stage. In addition, Kate Dunn<\/strong>\u2019s choreography registers fresh and surprising at each turn. Finally, as the arbiter of the above triumvirate, Michael Matthews<\/strong> again rules the day (you\u2019re not likely to find any \u201cstinkers\u201d on his resume since he is consistently insightful with his projects and his companies are always well rehearsed).<\/span><\/p>\n

On the technical side, kudos for the inventive setting of Stephen Gifford<\/strong>, the right-on-the-mark lighting of Steven Young<\/strong>, the smart costumes of Travis M. Grant<\/strong> and the luxurious sound design work of Josh Bessom<\/strong>.\u00a0 Applause for all and – likewise – those creatives not mentioned specifically. No doubt…all of the pieces of this puzzle fit snugly.<\/span><\/p>\n

This McCoy Rigby Entertainment <\/strong>(i.e. MATILDA<\/strong><\/em>), receiving the full benefit of Producing Artistic<\/em> \"\"<\/a>Director<\/em> BT McNicholl<\/strong>, hits paydirt at La Mirada Theatre for the <\/strong><\/span>Performing Arts<\/strong>. Its relevance to current happenings in our world cannot be denied.\u00a0 What a great outing for families and those interested in terrific theatrical experiences!<\/p>\n

Pc<\/strong>: Jason Niedle<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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

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