When I was growing up, my favourite book character was Matilda. A little girl with as much heart and strength as those so much bigger than her. I would sit and devour books and watch the film to my hearts content. Since having a child myself, I've tried to instil that fearlessness and fantastic qualities that Matilda embodied as he has grown up.

Matilda first hit on the musical scene in 2010 and has shot into worldwide popularity as its won countless awards and wowed millions of audience members. Currently, it's on its UK tour and is stopping at our favourite local theatre, The Mayflower in Southampton. We were lucky enough to be invited along to see it for ourself, and I couldn't work out who was more excited... me or Max!