October 2, 3, 4

Matilda is the daughter of abusive parents, Matilda finds refuge in library books, which she reads quickly and in creating her own stories. Things are no better at school, where Matilda also must face a tyrannical and cruel headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, who believes in Crunchem Hall’s motto: “Bambinatum est Magitum" (Children are Maggots). She finds companionship in her teacher, Miss Honey, who, though well-intentioned, is shy and fragile. Brave little Matilda knows she has to stand up against the adults in her world, and in doing so, discovers her own remarkable powers. Shows at the Opera House, 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. Shows: Thursday, Oct. 2 and Friday, Oct. 3 at 5 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 4 at 2 and 5 p.m. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased in advance at the Boothbay YMCA.