Charlie and the Chocolate Factory show poster

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Weathervane Playhouse, Akron

Dates: (8/8/2024 - 9/1/2024 )

Theatre:

Weathervane Playhouse, Akron

1301 Weathervane Lane
Akron,OH 44313

ROALD DAHL'S CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
Musical
August 8-September 1
Music by Marc Shaiman, Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and David Greig
Book by David Greig, Songs from the motion picture by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley

*Ohio Community Theatre Premiere*
Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score composed by Marc Shaiman with lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray) and a book by David Greig. The score also pays homage to the Leslie Bricusse/Anthony Newley score from the 1971 film with songs from the motion picture, including "Candy Man," "I've Got a Golden Ticket," "Oompa Loompa Song," and "Pure Imagination." Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). Tickets are on sale NOW!

Cast and Creative team for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Weathervane Playhouse, Akron

Cast

Dan Reichert

Willy Wonka

Lukas Cinko

Willy Wonka Alternate, August 24

Mason Brosch

Charlie

Michael Gaffney

Grandpa Joe

Savanna Curtis

Mrs. Bucket

Cherrie Jacofsky

Grandma Josephine

Jerald Beard

Grandma Georgina

Rick Cordaro

Grandpa George

Benjamin DeCapua

Mrs. Gloop

Alicia Diaz

Veruca Salt

Colin Cook

Mr. Salt

Karina Moran

Violet Beauregarde

D’Andre Hairston-Karim

Mr. Beauregarde

Aiden Brueck

Mike Teavee

Chanda Porter

Mrs. Teavee

Carrie Lee

Cherry Sundae/Ensemble

David Lee

Jerry/Ensemble

Matthew Allport

Ensemble/Mike Teavee US

Ava Lee

Oompa/Ensemble/Charlie US/Oompa Dance Captain

Nate Jackson

Jerry US/Ensemble

Kelly Burke

Mrs. Green /Gum Chompin Diva/Mrs. Buckett US/Ensemble

Brooklyn Davis

Gum Chompin Diva /Ensemble/Violet US

Elena Klingler

Gum Chompin Diva /Ensemble Cherry US/Co-Dance Captain

Ella Bell Peters

Gum Chompin Diva/Ensemble

Simeon Schmitt

Ensemble/Co-Dance Captain

Alicia Serafin

Ensemble/Veruca US

Kathryn Booker

ENSEMBLE

Madden Rankin

ENSEMBLE

Van Wornkey

ENSEMBLE

Jasmine Yuzik

ENSEMBLE

Marlowe Brown

OOMPA

Gianna Chase

OOMPA

Chase Harding

OOMPA

Lila Harding

OOMPA

Fiona Cook

OOMPA

Isla Devorss-Peck

OOMPA

Kaitlyn Gallo

OOMPA

Violet Knoblock

OOMPA

Holden Peterson

OOMPA

Anna Smith

OOMPA

Carly Widmer

OOMPA

Joss Wornkey

OOMPA

Creative Team

Marissa Leenaarts

Director/Choreographer

Steven A. Miller

Music Director

Samantha Pamfilie

Stage Manager

Richard Morris, Jr.

Set Design/Technical Director

Jasen J. Smith

Costume Designer

Rachel Marie Watson

Properties Designer

Tiffany Crabtree

Properties Designer

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Weathervane Playhouse, Akron Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

What shows are coming up next at Weathervane Playhouse?

Cabaret (10/3/24-10/20/24)

Where is Weathervane Playhouse located?

Weathervane Playhouse is at 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH.

What shows have played recently at Weathervane Playhouse?

Cabaret (10/3/24-10/20/24)
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (8/8/24-9/1/24)
Something Rotten (6/13/24-7/7/24)
Something Rotten! (6/13/24-7/7/24)
The Prom (4/25/24-5/12/24)
Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida (2/22/24-3/17/24)
8x10: The Eileen Moushey TheatreFest (1/11/24-1/21/24)
Elf, The Musical (11/24/23-12/17/23)
Murder on the Weathervane Express (10/22/23-10/22/23)
Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express (9/28/23-10/15/23)

Where is Weathervane Playhouse, Akron located?

Weathervane Playhouse, Akron is at 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron, OH.

What shows have played recently at Weathervane Playhouse, Akron?

Jersey Boys (2/27/25-3/30/25)
Cabaret (10/3/24-10/20/24)
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (8/8/24-9/1/24)
Something Rotten (6/13/24-7/7/24)
Something Rotten! (6/13/24-7/7/24)
The Prom (4/25/24-5/12/24)
Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida (2/22/24-3/17/24)
8x10: The Eileen Moushey TheatreFest (1/11/24-1/21/24)
Elf, The Musical (11/24/23-12/17/23)
Murder on the Weathervane Express (10/22/23-10/22/23)

What shows are coming up next at Weathervane Playhouse, Akron?

Jersey Boys (2/27/25-3/30/25)

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