Get ready to indulge in the sweetest story on Broadway! "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" is a musical extravaganza that brings Roald Dahl's beloved classic to life on stage. This captivating production combines stunning sets, dazzling costumes, and a talented cast to create a treat for audiences of all ages.
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The show originally premiered in London’s West End in 2013. That script was massive: it included a subplot about Willy Wonka’s father (Wilbur Wonka) and a darker, jazz-infused second act. When the show transferred to Broadway, director and the creative team performed a massive "repackaging." Get ready to indulge in the sweetest story on Broadway
11. “Strike That, Reverse It” – Willy Wonka, Oompa-Loompas 12. “The View from Here” – Charlie, Grandpa Joe 13. “The Bubble Gum Song” – Violet, Oompa-Loompas 14. “Vidiots” – Mike Teavee, Oompa-Loompas 15. “Veruca’s Nutcracker Sweet” – Veruca, Oompa-Loompas 16. “Auf Wiedersehen Augustus Gloop” – Oompa-Loompas 17. “It’s Teavee Time!” (reprise) 18. “If Your Father Were Here” (reprise) 19. “Pure Imagination” – Willy Wonka, Charlie 20. “Finale / The Candy Man” (reprise) – Full Company
The official Broadway script for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is not available to be read in full, as it is a copyrighted work protected by licensing. This popular production has undergone significant revisions from its London premiere to the Broadway staging, resulting in a finalized "repack" version that streamlines the show for licensing by regional and community theaters. If you want, I can: The show originally
If you meant “repack” in a technical sense (e.g., reformatting for accessibility or study), that still requires permission unless it’s for personal use with a legally obtained copy.
The repackaged script boasts several exciting changes, including: “Strike That, Reverse It” – Willy Wonka, Oompa-Loompas
The musical adaptation of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" was written by Marc Shaiman (music and lyrics) and Scott Wittman (book), with direction by Morton DaCosta. The show premiered on Broadway at the Golden Theatre in New York City on March 23, 2017. The production was produced by David L. Wolper, Robert Legato, and Hunter Arnold.