Watkinson Alum and West Hartford native Danny Tieger is part of the cast of ‘Matilda The Musical.’ 

Danny Tieger. Submitted photo

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Watkinson School, Hartford’s oldest co-ed independent day school for grades 6-PG, is pleased to announce that Danny Tieger, a 2004 graduate originally from West Hartford, is a member of the Matilda The Musical touring company. He will perform the role of Michael Wormwood, Matilda’s brother, at The Bushnell on April 25 – May 1. Tieger also understudies the role of Mr. Wormwood.

In addition to touring, Danny recently published his first book, entitled I am your Songwriting Journal, a how-to guide for kids. Tieger also currently produces a weekly web series for DreamworksTV called Sung History.

Watkinson School is a co-educational day school for grades 6-PG.  Founded in 1881, Watkinson is Hartford’s oldest independent school. Watkinson’s next open house is Tuesday, April 26, from 9 – 11 a.m.