Lanarkshire youngsters set for stage experience in Matilda production

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A group of Lanarkshire youngsters are set to take to the stage in an upcoming production of Matilda.The smash-hit musical version of Roald Dahl's classic book, which was recently turned into a film, will be at the Platform Theatre in Easterhouse in Glasgow early next month.Bringing it to the stage will be the Minerva Juniors club, who aim to let budding stage stars aged between nine and 16 learn new skills.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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Ava is extremely talented and has taken the role of Matilda in her stride."Matilda Jr is the story of the extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.

We are all excited to see this story on the stage." The Minerva Juniors Club is dedicated to enabling children from the ages of 9-16 years old, from all walks of