Win Tickets to see the Magic of Matilda at Civic Theatre

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This giveaway brought to you by Grand Rapids Civic Theatre.

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The “Revolting Children” of Matilda Will Charm You

Calling all clever, resourceful kids – your favorite hero is coming to the Civic Theatre. 

Adapted from the beloved Roald Dahl book, Matilda the Musical tells the story of an intelligent girl using her smarts (and some magic) to make her world a better place. 

Matilda reminds me so much of my first grade son. His teacher recently discovered what a clever, resourceful student she has on her hands. Each recess she encourages the kids to zip up their own jackets and she had been impressed that my son never asked for help, yet always arrived on the playground zipped up.

It turns out that rather than ask her for help (and be encouraged to try for himself), he would walk to the office and nicely ask the receptionist to zip his coat for him. He is clever to a fault (and exceedingly charming, Lord help me) and his creative thinking and ability to find loopholes would definitely impress Matilda Wormwood.

Precocious Matilda doesn’t let “being little” get in her way as she enters into the world of formal education, either. Despite the cruel headmistress of her school, Miss Tunchbull, and her ne’er-do-well parents, Matilda’s bright spirit flourishes under the guidance of her teacher, Miss Honey.

With favorite musical numbers, “Naughty,” “When I Grow Up,” and “Revolting Children,” Matilda’s story will stick with kids.

Hitting the Civic Theatre stage for only 18 performances February 28 – March 22, you won’t want to miss this heartwarming story. Due to the themes and some mild language, this production is recommended for kids ages 8+.

Grand Rapids Civic Theatre is a Community Gem

A staple of the community for the past 95 years, the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre & School of Theatre Arts is a community driven effort, with the support of hundreds of volunteers each season.

As one of the oldest and largest community theatres in the nation, the GR Civic Theatre takes pride in their productions and always delivers memorable performances.

You can buy tickets to Matilda the Musical here or call their box office at 616-222-6650.

Enter to WIN

Win a family four-pack of tickets (valued at over $100) to a performance of Matilda the Musical at the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre.

There are three ways to get entries in for a chance to WIN by commenting on THIS article. Facebook comments do not count for entries.

1: For a first entry, leave a comment below telling us one of your favorite childhood books.

2: Get a second entry by “liking” Grand Rapids Civic Theatre on Facebook and leave a separate comment telling us you did so. (Note: Only comments on this grkids.com article will be counted for this giveaway.)

3: Get a third entry by sharing this giveaway with friends. Leave a third and final comment below telling us how you shared.

FINE PRINT:

This giveaway will close on February 20, 2020 at midnight and the winners will be notified via email. The winner will have 24 hours to respond by email accepting the prize. No purchase necessary to enter the contest. Leaving a comment on this blog post is not a requirement of entry. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook. You are providing your information to grkids.com and not to Facebook. The information you provide will only be used to enter the contest and notify winners. Entrants will release Facebook from all liability. Entrants must be at least 18 years of age and reside in Michigan. Only one entry per household or IP address. Entrants may also enter the contest by sending an email to win at grkids dot com containing their name, address, phone number and email address along with the words: Matilda in the subject line. Grand Rapids Kids’ liability is limited to the value of the prize.

153 thoughts on “Win Tickets to see the Magic of Matilda at Civic Theatre”

  3. Jill

    Two faves: My Mom read Heidi to me when I had chickenpox in Kindergarten. I devoured the Narnia series when I was in 5th Grade.

  11. Veronica Woods

    For my kids and grandkids, Dr Seuss’s “One Fish, Two Fish”. For myself, as a teenager, “Jane Eyre”.

  30. jess secord

    & The Berenstein Bears, The Boxcar Children, Nancy Drew, The Babysitters Club, Choose Your Own Adventure/Ending..

  76. Tammy Russell

    All of Becerly Cleary’s books…oh, that Ramona! I also loved Trumpet of the Swan by E.B. White.

  84. Shirley Kuipers

    My favorite Book has always been The Secret Garden. And now I get to share that with my kids! My daughter absolutely loves Matilda and she used to wear red ribbons in her hair when she was younger! Already like Civic Theater on Facebook.

  101. Summer Vasquez

    One of my favorite childhood books was The Babysitter’s Club series. I also loved anything by Judy Blume.

  106. Sybil Vilchez

    I loved so many books as a child… but Roald Dahl was one of my favorite authors. And I think I read every single babysitters club ?.

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