The enigmatic Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his fabled factory…but only to a lucky few. Impoverished young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s off-kilter world that includes chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels, and of course Wonka’s crew of mischievous Oompa-Loompas. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score composed by Marc Shaiman with lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray) yet features treasured songs from the 1971 film including “Pure Imagination,” “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” “Oompa Loompa Song,” and “Candy Man.” The whole family will be gobstopped by this dazzling and heartwarming tale of humility, curiosity, and hope.
–“An epic, family-friendly adventure.” (Chicago Tribune)
Special thanks to Role Players Tilmin Hudson and Iris and Hal Korol for their support of the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory creative team.
Director/Co-Scenic Designer: Patrick Klein
Choreographer: Stacey Reed
Vocal Director: Asa Stern
Music Director: Ricky Hall
Costume Designer: Greet Jaspaert
Costume Design Assistant: Gisselle Lebedenko
Hair/Makeup Designer: Karen Althoff
Co-Scenic/Properties Designer: Kevin Davies
Lighting Designer: Pamila Gray
Sound Designer: Chris Beer
Sound Supervisor: Jeff Grafton
Stage Manager: Lauren Howry
Technical Director/Master Carpenter: Kevin Davies
Wonka: Brandon Savage
Charlie Bucket: Falcon Franco (performs 9/6, 9/8, 9/14 matinee, 9/15, 9/21 evening)
Charlie Bucket: Russell Nakagawa (performs 9/7, 9/13, 9/14 evening, 9/20, 9/21 matinee, 9/22)
Grandpa Joe: Steven Guire Knight
Mrs. Bucket: Sarah Jebian
Violet Beauregarde: Gianna DeLuca
Veruca Salt: Penelope DaSilva
Agustus Gloop: Zanden Forbord
Mike Teevee: Joshua Parecki
Mr. Salt: Brian Jebian
Mrs. Gloop: Juliet Green
Mr. Beauregarde: Andrew Mo
Mrs. Teevee: Kristina Nakagawa
Mrs. Green: Gillian Ortega
Grandma Josephine: Barbara Heninger
Grandpa George: Christopher Mahle
Grandma Georgina: Kimberly Krol
Cherry: Kennedy Johnson
Jerry: David Kautz
Oompa Loompa, Ensemble: Duncan Carmack, Callie Krol, Caitlin Segal, Ryan Segal, Phoebe Wagner, Charleston Wang
Ensemble: Dylan Breiten, Barbara Heninger, Brian Jebian, Una Jebian, Kennedy Johnson, David Kautz, Kimberly Krol, Palima Lukins, Christopher Mahle, Gillian Ortega, Riley Savage, Sheridan Stewart
Special events taking place during the run of this show include:
Preview Night: Pick-Your-Price
Friday, September 6, 2024
Pick-Your-Price Night makes theatre affordable for all. Choose from three ticket price suggestions.
Opening Night
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Enjoy a post-show champagne/sparkling cider toast in the outdoor courtyard, FREE with the purchase of a ticket for that evening’s performance.
Post-Show Cast Talkback
Sunday, September 15, 2024
Enrich your experience at our Talkback series with the director and the cast following the performance, FREE with the purchase of a ticket for any performance during the run.
ASL-Interpreted Performance
Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00 PM
An American Sign Language interpreter will be located near the stage at House Left for patrons who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing. Seats marked with an “i” symbol provide the best sight lines to follow the interpretation and the action on stage. We are grateful to SVCreates in partnership with the County of Santa Clara for their generous grant to improve accessibility for our actors and audience members at this production.
Magical Series Relaxed Performance
Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00 PM
In partnership with the Magical Bridge Foundation and the City of Palo Alto, guests of all ages and all abilities are encouraged to attend and experience the joy and magic of a live performance in a more relaxed theater setting. This is the performance to attend if you or any of your family members would benefit from a less traditional theatre experience. You could be a first-time audience member, a family with young children, a community member with disabilities, or simply want to enjoy this wonderful show! Need wheelchair/companion seats? Call the box office. View the visual performance guide HERE
- Magical Bridge Kindness Ambassadors and Palo Alto Players Ushers will provide all guests with a kind welcome and assistance as needed. See the visual performance guide.
- A designated area in the lobby with activities led by Kindness Ambassadors, for those who may need a break from the live show.
- All kinds of reactions and expressions will be fully embraced and supported (no one will be shushed!)
- An atmosphere where audience members feel comfortable entering or exiting the theater during the live performance (house lights will be dimmed rather than fully dark).
- Limited seating capacity (60% of house) will allow for extra space and movement.
- If you benefit from noise canceling headsets, please do bring them.
- A sing-along at the end of the show with the cast! We will do one encore of a song and ask the audience to join in.
The full performance lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes with one 15-minute intermission. We welcome you to attend the full show, watch Act 1 only or arrive at 3:15 to watch Act 2 only.
