Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory follows Charlie Bucket, a boy who wins a golden ticket to tour Willy Wonka’s mysterious and magical chocolate factory. Along with a group of other children, Charlie experiences the wonders and oddities of the factory, each encounter highlighting the flaws of the other ticket winners. With the guidance of Willy Wonka, Charlie learns valuable lessons and ultimately discovers that true wealth lies within.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Contemporary (2013)
Cast Size: 20+
Genre: Fantasy
Setting: Fictional
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Marc Shaiman
Lyrics: Scott Wittman
Book: David Greig
Cast Albums
Licensing
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is available for licensing through Music Theatre International.
Europe: License Here➝
International: License Here➝
Resources
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
2010s, Based on a Book, Child Roles, Family, Family-Friendly, Fantasy, Food, Pop, Rap
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