![]() ![]() PD: I looked at a lot of the images by Quentin Blake, who does Dahl’s illustrations. Although his work-like James and the Giant Peach or Charlie and the Chocolate Factory-often deals with heightened situations, the underlying themes are real.ĭT: How did you go from book to dance? Where did your process begin? There aren’t saccharine elements to it it’s not pretend. Peter Darling: I’ve always loved Roald Dahl, and I think it’s very me in terms of how it’s abrasive, but also funny. Dance Teacher spoke to Darling about his choreographic process and tactics for getting the most out of young performers.ĭance Teacher: Were you familiar with Dahl’s work before you were asked to choreograph Matilda? Directed by Matthew Warchus, the story follows hyperintelligent Matilda, whose newly discovered special powers help her navigate a world full of terrifyingly nasty adults. ![]() This month, Darling brings Roald Dahl’s classic tale to life on Broadway, opening with a new children’s cast at the Shubert Theatre. He took home the 2009 Tony Award for his work in the kid-centered musical Billy Elliot (nine years after he choreographed the Oscar-nominated film), as well as the 2012 Olivier Award for best theater choreography in the original West End production of Matilda The Musical. But the British choreographer is clearly doing something right. “I suppose I just think of them as very small adults,” he says candidly. Peter Darling doesn’t consider himself a whiz when it comes to working with children. A conversation with Matilda’s choreographer ![]()
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