Matilda The Musical Is Here For The First Time In Bangkok!
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Acclaimed as ‘Easily The Standout Musical of The Decade’ by the UK’s Sunday Times, the multi award-winning Matilda The Musical will make its debut in Bangkok from 14 – 24 May 2020 at Muangthai Rachadalai Theatre.
Inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl, Matilda The Musical has taken both London’s West End and Broadway by storm, garnering five-star reviews across the board. Winner of over 90 international awards, including 16 for Best Musical, Matilda The Musical is now in its seventh year in London where it continues to delight audiences of all ages, and has been seen by more than 8 million people.
The Bangkok season of Matilda The Musical is the third leg of the hit West End musical’s Asian tour after stops in Macau and Manila. The musical comes direct from seasons in Johannesburg and Cape Town, as part of an international tour.
Matilda The Musical was commissioned by the Royal Shakespeare Company and played to sold-out audiences at the RSC’s The Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon in England for 12 weeks from November 2010 to January 2011. It transferred to the West End later that year and swept the board at the 2012 Olivier Awards, winning a record-breaking seven awards. As well as winning the award for Best New Musical, the four young actresses who originated and shared the title role made history by taking home the collective award for Best Actress in a Musical.
The New York production of Matilda The Musical opened in 2013 at Broadway’s Shubert Theatre to rapturous reviews, was awarded the accolade ‘#1 Show of the Year’ from TIME Magazine, and won five Tony Awards®.
The musical follows Matilda, a precocious 5-year-old girl who loves reading and learning, but is suppressed by her TV-obsessed parents who pay her little attention. As she grows up, she begins to resist the challenges and obstacles presented to her, learning that sometimes you have to be a “little bit naughty” in order to get through life. As she begins to master living with her family, her world is thrown into disarray as she starts a new school under the tyrannous grip of headteacher Miss Trunchbull. Seeking solace in the library in a world of her imagination and creation, Matilda forms strong bonds with adults such as librarian Mrs. Phelps and her class teacher Miss Honey. Together they give her the confidence to embrace her special gift and individuality which is needed to reclaim her life.
Featuring a smart and witty original score by Olivier Award winner Tim Minchin, alongside an exciting book by Tony Award®-winning playwright Dennis Kelly, and ingenious staging by Tony Award® winning director Matthew Warchus and Tony Award® winning choreographer Peter Darling, the musical adaptation is one of the most successful British musicals of modern times.
The production has sets and costumes by Tony Award® winner Rob Howell, with orchestrations, additional music and musical supervision by Christopher Nightingale, lighting by Tony Award® winner Hugh Vanstone, and sound by Simon Baker.
With an incredible cast of young performers, Matilda The Musical inspires and delights audiences both young and old. The timeless story of a small girl’s determination to challenge those above her for the greater good, combined with Roald Dahl’s signature wit and naughtiness, makes this an unforgettable musical.
TICKETING AND SHOW INFORMATION
BANGKOK SEASON:
14-24 May 2020 (13 shows, except on Mondays)
VENUE:
Muangthai Rachadalai Theatre
TICKET PRICE:
From 1,500 THB
PRE-SALE:
28 February – 5 March 2020 (only for Bangkok Bank credit card customers)
PUBLIC SALE:
From 6 MARCH 2020
BOOKINGS:
INTERNET: www.thaiticketmajor.com
PHONE: 0-2262-3838
IN PERSON AT: all ThaiTicketMajor outlets
For detailed background information on the show and the characters please visit: www.matildathemusical.com
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Discover the Education Excellence at BASIS Bangkok’s Exclusive Open House on October 26, 2024.
BASIS International School Bangkok invites families to join the Open House event on Saturday, October 26th, 2024. Parents and students will have the exclusive opportunity to experience real classroom environment and engage in interactive workshops. BASIS International School Bangkok is the 35th school in the BASIS Network from the United States. The network has been developing their specialized curriculum for more than three decades and has earned its reputation as one of the best school networks in America. BASIS offers classes from Nursery through to Grade 12, delivering a rigorous academic program that emphasizes limitless student potential. The curriculum prepares students for future challenges and global competitiveness. Many BASIS students go on to attend top universities worldwide and contribute as highly skilled professionals in the global community. BASIS Bangkok is committed to being “Locally rooted, globally connected”, to striving for excellence while integrating its curriculum with the local context, instilling Thai values alongside its internationally recognized standards. It’s no surprise that BASIS Bangkok has become one of the leading international schools in Thailand. Beyond the academic excellence, BASIS Bangkok provides an exceptional learning environment and top-quality facilities that inspire a love for learning and help students discover their personal interests. The school carefully selects expert teachers with subject-specific knowledge and creativity, driven by the belief that every child can excel. BASIS International School Bangkok is ready to welcome visitors at its exclusive Open House, where you can tour the facilities and learn why BASIS students love coming to school every day. You will experience the innovative classrooms, equipped with modern conveniences, and interact with two expert teachers in each class—SET (Subject Expert Teacher) and LET (Learning Expert Teacher)—who work together to nurture creativity and prepare students for the future. BASIS Bangkok’s Exclusive Open House 📅 Saturday, October 26th, 2024 🕑 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM Sign up here!: https://bit.ly/3XQK73f More information ☎️ 02-415-0099 📩 admissions@BASIS.ac.th LINE : @BASISAdmissions
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Strength Within
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100 ULTRA LUXURY THAILAND 2025
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