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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Musical

By David Greig(Book),Scott Wittman(Lyrics),Marc Shaiman(Music and Lyrics),Leslie Bricusse(Songs),Anthony Newley(Songs)

Based on The novel "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" by Roald Dahl and the film of the same name.

Setting: A mysterious chocolate factory - the present day.

Brief Description

The story follows young Charlie Bucket, a kind-hearted boy living in poverty who dreams of visiting the mysterious chocolate factory of the eccentric confectioner, Willy Wonka. When Charlie finds one of the elusive "Golden Tickets" hidden inside a Wonka bar, he wins a tour of the factory alongside four other children. Inside, the group encounters a fantastical landscape of wonderous new candies, inventions, and the mischievous Oompa-Loompas. As the other children succumb to their greed and selfishness, Charlie’s humility and integrity eventually earn him a life-changing reward from Mr. Wonka.

Year Written2013

Original LanguageEnglish

Type of WorkMusical

ThemesComedy, Fantasy, For Kids, Sci-Fi

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Augustus Gloop	—	—	—	—	Edit 🎭 Nice try, director! You can't write Augustus Gloopout of the script while they're still bound to an active show roster. Clear them from the productions first!
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Collection	Opening Night	Closing Night	🎭 Production Name	🏛️ Company	🏢 Stage
	31 May 2024	—	Charlie and the Chocolate Factory	ACT Children's Theater Inc.	George C. Hall Auditorium Ogdensburg, New York, United States