ROALD DAHL's deliciously dark tale of young Charlie Bucket and the mysterious confectioner Willy Wonka comes to life in a brand new West End musical directed by Academy Award® winner Sam Mendes.
When Charlie wins a golden ticket to the weird and wonderful Wonka Chocolate Factory, it's the chance of a lifetime to feast on the sweets he's always dreamed of. But beyond the gates astonishment awaits, as down the sugary corridors and amongst the incredible edible delights, the five lucky winners discover not everything is as sweet as it seems.
Featuring ingenious stagecraft, the wonder of the original story that has captivated the world for almost 50 years is brought to life with music by Marc Shaiman, and lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman (Grammy winners for Hairspray; Smash), a book by award-winning playwright and adaptor David Greig (The Bacchae; Tintin In Tibet), set and costume designs by Mark Thompson (Mamma Mia!; One Man, Two Guvnors) and choreography by Peter Darling (Billy Elliot The Musical; Matilda The Musical).
A chocolate garden, an army of squirrels and the curiously peculiar Oompa-Loompas must be believed to be seen in this gigantic new musical that is choc-full of fantastical treats to dazzle your senses.
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David Birch, who brought his extensive musical theatre experience to the stage, previously performed in the ensemble of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." more...
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Jack Costello, renowned for his portrayal of Charlie Bucket, captivated audiences in the West End production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. more...
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Jennifer Davison, a graduate of Laine Theatre Arts and recipient of the Eileen Rose Award for Musical Theatre, has an impressive theatre background, including roles in productions like "Top Hat" (world premiere) and "Mamma Mia!" (international tour). more...
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Luke Fetherston, trained at the Arts Educational School in London, brought his extensive theatre experience, including roles in productions like Top Hat and Cats, to his performance in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. more...
Nia Fisher, who brought her extensive experience as a musical theatre performer to the stage in past productions like "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," has channeled her personal journey and resilience into a meaningful series of blogs, videos, and podcasts titled "Fishing For The Truth." more...
Kate Graham, who trained at the Royal Academy of Music and Durham University, has an impressive theatre portfolio that includes her performance in "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. more...
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Clare Halse previously covered the roles of Mrs. Teavee and Cherry Sunday in the Theatre Royal Drury Lane production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. more...
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Douglas Hodge, an accomplished English actor, director, and musician, brought his versatile talents to the stage in "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." more...
Daniel Ioannou, a seasoned performer with training from the Betty Wivell Academy, Royal Ballet School, and Laine Theatre Arts, previously showcased his talents in productions such as Billy Elliot at the Victoria Palace and We Will Rock You in Zurich and Vienna before joining the cast of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. more...
Jasna Ivir, who has an extensive international career, was a standout in the cast of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," bringing her remarkable talent and experience from productions such as "Phantom of the Opera" and "Beauty and the Beast" to the stage. more...
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Jane McMurtrie, who has an impressive background as a choreographer and performer, notably graced the stage in "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. more...
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Natalie Moore-Williams, who has an extensive theatre background including roles in productions such as 'Evita' and 'Scrooge' at the London Palladium, brought her versatile talent to the cast of 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.' more...
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Sherrie Pennington, who has showcased her versatile talents in productions such as Singin’ in the Rain and Beauty and the Beast, brought her extensive stage experience to the cast of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. more...
Damien Poole, a graduate of the Arts Educational School, notably portrayed an Oompa Loompa in the original world cast of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" at Chichester Theatre. more...
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Production Team
Paul Arditti Sound Designer
Doug Besterman Orchestrator
Peter Darling Choreographer
Jon Driscoll Projection Designer
Sam Mendes Director
Paul Pyant Lighting Designer
Nicholas Skilbeck Musical Director
Mark Thompson Set & Costume Designer
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Overture
The Candy Man
Willy Wonka, Willy Wonka
Charlie, You and I
A Letter from Charlie Bucket
More of Him to Love
When Veruca Says
The Queen of Pop
What Could Possibly Go Wrong
If Your Father Were Here
I've Got a Golden Ticket
It Must Be Believed to Be Seen
Strike That, Reverse It
Pure Imagination / Grandpa Joe (Reprise)
The Oompa Loompa Song / Auf Wiedersehen
When Willy Met Oompa
Veruca's Nutcracker Sweet
Vidiots
The View from Here
Videos