Playhouse JR. Ensemble: Roald Dahl’s <i>Matilda The Musical JR.</i> Playhouse JR. Ensemble: Roald Dahl’s <i>Matilda The Musical JR.</i>

Playhouse JR. Ensemble: Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR.  | 

Ages 8 – 18

Are your kids ready to take their theatrical performance to the next level? The Playhouse JR. Ensemble is a great next step. Students ages 8 to 18 will team up on Saturday mornings from September through February to choreograph a magical 15-minute cut of Matilda The Musical JR, which will be performed for judges at the Junior Theatre Festival West in Sacramento from February 5-7, 2027!

This year, we will hold in person auditions on June 27 and August 1 from 10am-1pm. You only need to sign up for ONE of these audition dates. If your child wishes to audition but you will be out of town, please contact us to discuss alternative options. No preparation is necessary for the in person audition, however auditioners should dress to move.

PLEASE NOTE: We have a limited number of partial scholarships available for our classes. If you are interested in a scholarship, please apply using the link below.

Scholarship Application

ABOUT ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICAL JR.

Rebellion is nigh in Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical JR., a gleefully witty ode to the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination! This story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the “revolting children” who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.

Matilda has astonishing wit, intelligence… and special powers! She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Matilda’s school life isn’t completely smooth sailing, however – the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils’ saving grace.

Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda JR. is 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.

“A community where children can come as they are, support and celebrate each other.”

-Parent, Playhouse Players

Rehearsals:
Saturdays, Sep 12, 2026 – Jan 30, 2027
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Tech Week:
Feb 1 – 3, 2027
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Junior Theatre Festival:
Feb 5 – 7, 2027 in Sacramento

TUITION: $1100

member discount: $900

Tuition includes all rehearsals, a performance t-shirt, registration, grab-and-go breakfast and lunch for your child at the festival.

Tuition does not include transportation to Sacramento, hotel, dinner or additional registrations for family members.

Are your kids ready to take their theatrical performance to the next level? The Playhouse JR. Ensemble is a great next step. Students ages 8 to 18 will team up on Saturday mornings from September through February to choreograph a magical 15-minute cut of Matilda The Musical JR, which will be performed for judges at the Junior Theatre Festival West in Sacramento from February 5-7, 2027!

This year, we will hold in person auditions on June 27 and August 1 from 10am-1pm. You only need to sign up for ONE of these audition dates. If your child wishes to audition but you will be out of town, please contact us to discuss alternative options. No preparation is necessary for the in person audition, however auditioners should dress to move.

PLEASE NOTE: We have a limited number of partial scholarships available for our classes. If you are interested in a scholarship, please apply using the link below.

Scholarship Application

ABOUT ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICAL JR.

Rebellion is nigh in Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical JR., a gleefully witty ode to the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination! This story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the “revolting children” who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.

Matilda has astonishing wit, intelligence… and special powers! She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Matilda’s school life isn’t completely smooth sailing, however – the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils’ saving grace.

Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda JR. is 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.

“A community where children can come as they are, support and celebrate each other.”

-Parent, Playhouse Players

About The Junior Theatre Festival

JTF is a festival dedicated to celebrating and promoting musical theater education for young performers and students. The weekend-long festival involves workshops, performances, and competitions where young theater enthusiasts can showcase their talents, learn from professionals, and connect with others who share their passion for musical theater.

PLEASE NOTE: Participation in the Junior Theatre Festival is a requirement for participation in the PLAYHOUSE JR. ENSEMBLE. Families are welcome to attend with their children, but all festival attendees must pay a $335 registration fee AND cover their own transportation, food and lodging. Students may attend without their guardians and will be chaperoned the entire trip.

Sessions

Playhouse Junior Ensemble

june 27 – audition

VENUE: Pasadena Playhouse

Audition Reservation

Playhouse Junior Ensemble

August 1 –  audition

VENUE: Pasadena Playhouse

Audition Reservation

Pasadena Playhouse Educational Programming would not be possible without the generous support of the Helen and Will Webster Foundation, Rose Hills Foundation, L.L. Foundation for Youth, LA County Department of Arts and Culture, Dwight Stuart Youth Fund, East West Bank, Fitzberg Foundation, Jess & Palma Morgan Foundation, Apriem Advisors, U.S. Bank, Georgina-Frederick Children’s Foundation, and Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts.