Description
Introduce your class to the stage version of Matilda, based on Roald Dahl's 1988 novel of the same name. This mini-lesson includes all of the need-to-know information about the musical, a plot summary, and two videos from the show.
Use this lesson as an introduction to a larger unit, a stand-alone warmup for a musical theatre class, or even as a sub activity! Perfect for leading into a discussion with students about this particular show or any of the theatrical elements highlighted in the videos. Could also be expanded into a full class or multi-class lesson by providing extension activities such as learning a song from the show, designing costumes for characters discussed in the lesson, or writing your own scene inspired by this show.
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Description
Introduce your class to the stage version of Matilda, based on Roald Dahl's 1988 novel of the same name. This mini-lesson includes all of the need-to-know information about the musical, a plot summary, and two videos from the show.
Use this lesson as an introduction to a larger unit, a stand-alone warmup for a musical theatre class, or even as a sub activity! Perfect for leading into a discussion with students about this particular show or any of the theatrical elements highlighted in the videos. Could also be expanded into a full class or multi-class lesson by providing extension activities such as learning a song from the show, designing costumes for characters discussed in the lesson, or writing your own scene inspired by this show.
