Matilda Jr. The Musical Takes The Stage At Manchester High School

MANCHESTER, NJ — After weeks of rehearsals and practice, the participants in the Manchester Summer Theater Program have reached their goal: the performances of Matilda Jr.

Matilda Jr. the Musical will be performed at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at Manchester Township High School.

Matilda Jr. tells the story of a girl who dreams of a better life, away from her cruel adoptive parents who hate school and learning. She convinces them to let her go to school, where she repeatedly finds herself in trouble with the school's headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, who hates children and loves to punish them.

She also finds a welcoming heart in her teacher, Miss Honey. Soon Matilda finds herself unexpectedly leading her teacher and her classmates to happier days.

Based on the book by Roald Dahl, the musical is described as "a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination," by Musical Theatre International.

Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for seniors and children. They can be purchased at the door and are available for purchase at the BookTix website.