Get your golden ticket to see the Young People’s Theatre (YPT) production of “Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” — there’s no sweeter way to spend the holidays! Based on the classic novel by Roald Dahl, now celebrating its 60th anniversary, this childhood favourite comes to life on stage with whimsy, charm and catchy tunes. Every sweet tooth in the family will love this delectable adventure into Willy Wonka’s world-famous chocolate factory!
Directed by Thom Allison (Stratford Festival’s La Cage Aux Folles and Rent; YPT’s Mary Poppins), this YPT production marks the TYA Canadian Premiere of “Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”. Go on a journey to a “world of pure imagination” with Charlie Bucket, Grandpa Joe and the other four golden ticket-winners, brimming with chocolate rivers, gumdrop trees, nut-judging squirrels and much more. And don’t forget those mysterious Oompa Loompas!
“So Shines a Good Deed in a Weary World”
This holiday season, discover this deliciously scrumptious musical adaptation that explores themes perfectly timed for Christmastime, including humility, wisdom and caring for others. In Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the eccentric chocolatier Willy Wonka invites five children to discover the secrets to his candy-making by finding golden tickets hidden inside chocolate bars. As the winners and their guardians tour the rooms of the crazy creations, the kids give into their greedy impulses one by one. However, despite his family’s poverty, Charlie proves that kindness and fairness will always help you win life’s grand prize.
Together as a family, enjoy this delightfully wacky show that brings to life all of your favourite characters, songs and even some confections! Featuring an original score and lyrics by Marc Shaiman, known for rousing Broadway shows such as Hairspray, “Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” also features songs from the classic 1971 movie by Leslie Bricusee and Anthony Newley. Fans of the film can bop along to these well-known songs, including “Candy Man”, “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket”, “Oompa Loompa Song” and “Pure Imagination”.
Relish “a little nonsense now and then”! With tickets starting at just $20, it’s the perfect family event so get your tickets today here!
Young People’s Theatre (YPT): “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”
When: November 12 — December 30, 2024
Time: Showtimes vary by day, see schedule here
Where: Young People’s Theatre, 165 Front Street East, Toronto
Website: www.youngpeoplestheatre.org
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