Kalaheo — Kalaheo Elementary School presents Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world famous candy man and his quest to find an heir. The story comes to life in this stage adaptation of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” which features
Kalaheo — Kalaheo Elementary School presents Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world famous candy man and his quest to find an heir.
The story comes to life in this stage adaptation of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” which features the songs from the classic family film, “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.”
The score features “The Candy Man,” “Pure Imagination,” “Oompa Loompa” and ”I Want it Now” by Academy and Grammy award winners Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley. The new script was adapted by Leslie Bricusse and Timothy McDonald.
“Wonka Jr.” is directed by Marly Madayag. Performances are at 7 p.m. April 17, 18, 24 and 25 at Kalaheo Elementary School’s Cafeteria. Tickets available at the school or at the door prior to the show; $5 for adults, children 12 and under, free.
Willy Wonka is being played by Andrew Herr with Ryan Elwin as Charlie Bucket and Mitchell Evans as Grandpa Joe. Forty plus others play the Bucket family, golden ticket winners and Oompa Loompa’s.
Filled with magic and mischievous children in a mysterious chocolate factory, “Wonka Jr.” is sure to please both children and adults with its charming music and witty dialogue.
