Matilda Jr Cast List and Character Breakdown

Matilda Jr cast list and character breakdown from Teton Music

Teton Music provides this Matilda Jr cast list to help school directors review characters, vocal ranges, featured student roles, and ensemble opportunities before auditions.

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Quick Details for Schools

  • Cast Size: Large, 21 or more performers
  • Cast Type: Ensemble Cast
  • Dance Requirements: Standard
  • Best For: Middle school theatre programs, strong child actors, ensemble storytelling, comedy-heavy productions, and schools wanting standout student roles

Matilda Jr is one of the most beloved Broadway Junior musicals for schools, blending humor, heart, imagination, and powerful student performances. Based on the Roald Dahl story, the musical gives schools strong featured roles, memorable ensemble moments, and opportunities for expressive acting and storytelling. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Below is the Matilda Jr cast list and character breakdown directors can use for auditions, role assignments, and production planning. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

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Casting Note What makes Matilda Jr successful for schools?

Matilda Jr works best when the production balances emotional sincerity with exaggerated comedy. The show requires strong child actors, expressive ensemble storytelling, and a commanding Trunchbull who can dominate the stage without overshadowing the heart of the story.

Matilda Jr Cast of Characters

Quick Casting Insight: Matilda Jr succeeds when every student feels fully committed to the world of the show. Ensemble reactions, storytelling moments, and comic timing matter just as much as the lead performances.

Matilda Wormwood
Matilda is the brilliant, resilient, creative hero of the musical. Though mistreated by her parents, she escapes into books and imagination while discovering her own inner strength. This role requires a fantastic singer and emotionally grounded actress who can portray intelligence, kindness, humor, and determination.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: Bb3–D5 :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Eric
Eric is one of Matilda’s classmates and sings the first solo line of the show. He also has featured moments throughout the production, making this a strong supporting role for a good singer and expressive young actor.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: C3–Eb4 :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Amanda
Amanda is one of Matilda’s classmates and is famously thrown through the air by Trunchbull using her pigtails. She has several solos and featured moments, requiring a good singer, mover, and expressive performer.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: C4–Eb5 :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Bruce
Bruce is the student caught eating Trunchbull’s cake and experiences one of the show’s most memorable scenes. This role requires a strong singer and actor who can handle both comedy and emotional growth throughout the production.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: C3–F#4 :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Hortensia
Hortensia is one of Matilda’s classmates and has both solos and speaking lines. This role works especially well for a performer who is newer to the stage but already demonstrates strong singing and movement ability.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: C4–D5 :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Alice
Alice is another featured classmate role with solos and ensemble moments. Cast a good singer and mover who can contribute personality and emotional reactions throughout the show.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: C4–D5 :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Tommy
Tommy is one of Matilda’s classmates and receives featured solo moments. This role is ideal for a strong ensemble performer developing confidence onstage.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: C3–Eb4 :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Lavender
Lavender quickly becomes Matilda’s best friend. Friendly, bright, and likable, Lavender provides warmth and loyalty throughout the musical. Cast an actress who naturally connects with the audience and works well alongside Matilda.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: C4–D5 :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Nigel
Nigel is sweet, nervous, enthusiastic, and constantly panicked in the funniest ways possible. With featured moments and solos throughout the show, Nigel requires a strong supporting actor with clear comic instincts.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: C3–D4 :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

Mr. Wormwood
Mr. Wormwood is Matilda’s dishonest, arrogant, and hilariously clueless father. Though deeply unlikeable, the role depends heavily on broad comedy and fearless character acting. Cast a strong comedic performer willing to fully embrace absurdity.
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Mrs. Wormwood
Mrs. Wormwood is selfish, shallow, obsessed with television and ballroom dancing, and completely disconnected from Matilda’s love of learning. This role works best with an actress who can balance ridiculous comedy with exaggerated self-absorption.
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Michael
Michael is Matilda’s dim-witted older brother and the favorite child of Mr. Wormwood. This role provides many deadpan comedic moments and works well for a performer with strong timing and expressive reactions.
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Mrs. Phelps
Mrs. Phelps is the kind librarian who encourages Matilda’s imagination and listens to her stories. This is a warm featured role for a strong actress who can portray calm wisdom and compassion.
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Escapologist
The Escapologist exists inside Matilda’s imagined stories and performs with dramatic theatrical flair. Cast a confident actor and mover who can perform with exaggerated storytelling energy.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: E3–F3 :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}

Acrobat
The Acrobat is another figure from Matilda’s imagination and should feel emotionally expressive and theatrical. This role works well for a performer willing to fully commit physically and emotionally.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: D4–A4 :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}

Miss Honey
Miss Honey is Matilda’s caring and compassionate teacher. Gentle but emotionally strong, she becomes Matilda’s safe place and emotional protector. Cast a strong singer and actress capable of portraying kindness, vulnerability, and inner strength.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: Bb3–D5 :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}

Agatha Trunchbull
Trunchbull is the terrifying headmistress who rules the school like a dictator. Loud, unpredictable, physically imposing, and larger than life, Trunchbull is one of Broadway Junior’s most iconic villains. Cast a commanding performer who can dominate the stage through both comedy and intimidation.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: C4–F#5 :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}

Rudolpho
Rudolpho is Mrs. Wormwood’s self-obsessed dance instructor. This is a hilarious featured role perfect for a performer with strong movement ability, comic timing, and theatrical confidence.
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Sergei
Sergei is one of Mr. Wormwood’s swindled customers who arrives seeking revenge. Though intimidating at first, Sergei eventually allows the Wormwoods to escape. This role works well for a performer with strong physical presence.
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Ensemble
Ensemble roles include Russians, Little Kids, Big Kids, Mums, Dads, the Cook, the Mechanic, and additional students. The ensemble drives much of the storytelling energy in Matilda Jr and should feel constantly alive, reactive, and emotionally connected to the action.
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Why Teachers Choose Matilda Jr

  • The show combines emotional storytelling with big comedy and memorable student performances.
  • Matilda, Miss Honey, Trunchbull, and the Wormwoods provide standout featured roles.
  • The ensemble has constant involvement throughout the production.
  • Students connect strongly with the themes of imagination, courage, learning, and resilience.
  • The musical rewards expressive acting and character-based storytelling.
  • Many featured student roles allow schools to showcase multiple performers.

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Once you’ve reviewed the Matilda Jr cast list, Teton Music makes it easy to get the official Broadway Junior ShowKit your school needs for auditions, rehearsals, and production planning.

How to Cast Matilda Jr Successfully

  • Cast Matilda first. The role requires emotional depth, vocal stamina, and nonstop stage presence.
  • Look carefully at chemistry between Matilda and Miss Honey.
  • Choose a Trunchbull who can command the stage physically and vocally.
  • Encourage ensemble performers to stay emotionally active in every scene.
  • Use choreography and staging to make classroom and ensemble scenes feel energetic and chaotic.
  • Prioritize strong comic timing for the Wormwoods and supporting adults.

Before You Order

If you're considering Matilda Jr for your school, reviewing the cast list is the best first step. This helps determine whether the vocal demands, comedy style, emotional storytelling, and ensemble structure fit your students and production goals.

As a trusted Broadway Junior supplier, Teton Music helps schools move from planning to production with educator-focused support and fast turnaround.

  • Do you have a strong young actress capable of carrying Matilda?
  • Would your students enjoy a comedy-heavy ensemble musical?
  • Can your cast support expressive storytelling and featured student moments?
  • Do you want a modern Broadway Junior title students already recognize and love?

Important School Licensing Note

Broadway Junior titles are licensed for approved educational performances. Always follow your licensed script and performance guidelines when preparing your production.

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