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Matilda the Musical

Nelson Musical Theatre is thrilled to present Matilda the Musical, the dazzling stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s beloved tale, brought to life with electrifying music by Tim Minchin and a heartwarming script by Dennis Kelly. This internationally acclaimed musical tells the story of Matilda Wormwood, a precocious young girl with a love of books, a razor-sharp mind, and a quiet resilience. Despite being misunderstood by her neglectful parents and terrorised by the formidable Miss Trunchbull, Matilda discovers her own extraordinary powers and dares to take a stand. With the help of her kind-hearted teacher Miss Honey and a group of spirited classmates, Matilda proves that even the smallest amon...
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About Nelson Musical Theatre

Nelson Musical Theatre, founded as Nelson Amateur Operatic Society has been a part of the Nelson Theatre Scene since the late 1800s. As one of the oldest Musical Theatre societies in New Zealand, we have been creating amazing shows for over 120 years. While we stage high quality shows ourselves, we are also happy to work with anyone in the community that would like to write, produce, or direct a musical.

We are proud to be the only theatre society in Nelson with our own performance space, the Red Door Theatre, located near Founders Park. This venue has been the backdrop for countless memorable performances and continues to be a hub for artistic expression and community gatherings.
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