Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Young People's Theatre

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There’s no sweeter way to spend the holidays!

Grab your golden ticket and join Charlie Bucket on this delectable adventure into Willy Wonka’s world famous chocolate factory! A world of pure imagination awaits as Charlie, Grandpa Joe and four golden ticket-winners embark on a journey brimming with chocolate rivers, gumdrop trees and cocoa-loving Oompa Loompas.

Based on the beloved novel by Roald Dahl, now celebrating its 60th anniversary, enjoy this delightfully scrumptious musical adaptation that brings to life all of your favourite characters, songs – and confections. A gobstoppingly good time for the whole family!

Directed by Thom Allison (Stratford Festival’s La Cage Aux Folles and Rent; YPT’s Mary Poppins), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score and lyrics, as well as songs from the classic 1971 film including “Candy Man”, “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket”, “Oompa Loompa Song” and “Pure Imagination”.

On the Ada Slaight Stage Nov. 12 – Dec. 30, 2024
Show times vary - see website for details.
For Ages 6+ | Gr. 1+
Run Time: approx. 75 mins. plus Q&A

Book by David Greig, Music by Marc Shaiman, Lyrics by Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman
Based on the novel by ROALD DAHL
Songs from the Motion Picture by LESLIE BRICUSSE and ANTHONY NEWLEY
Directed by Thom Allison

Authors

• David Greig
• Marc Shaiman
• Roald Dahl
• Scott Wittman