Roald Dahl's Matilda at Oakland Theater Arts Guild

To take on the world, sometimes you have to be a little genius...From the twisted, fantastical mind of Roald Dahl, comes the exciting musical that has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world.Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic 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 as the school's mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and 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!With catchy songs, energetic dance numbers, and an inspiring story, Matilda is sure to be a treat for children and families.