Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and hotel packages by Lodnon Theatre Breaks
The new production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, starring Michael Ball as Willy Wonka comes to the London Coliseum in 2027.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Theatre Breaks for the musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s most famous creation – the must see family show – will be available to book soon
ROYO, Fiery Angel, Gavin Kalin Productions and Curve are delighted to announce that a brand-new production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the musical adaptation, based on the much-loved story by Roald Dahl, will open at the London Coliseum for a strictly limited run from 4 June 2027 until 18 September 2027 starring double Olivier Award-winning, Grammy nominated, multi-platinum recording artist Michael Ball OBE
Join Charlie Bucket on the adventure of a lifetime when he finds a golden ticket and discovers a world of wonder behind closed doors. Step through the factory gates into a spectacular world where chocolate rivers flow, Oompa-Loompas sing, inventions defy imagination and every room holds a delicious surprise. Alongside Grandpa Joe, Augustus Gloop, Veruca Salt, Violet Beauregarde and Mike Teavee, Charlie discovers that nothing is quite as it seems inside Wonka’s extraordinary factory.
Michael Ball OBE is one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers, a double Olivier Award-winning musical theatre star, Grammy-nominated recording artist and acclaimed radio and television presenter. Over a career spanning more than 40 years, he has become one of the UK’s leading figures in musical theatre, earning critical acclaim on both the West End and Broadway.
Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, ‘Theatre Show of the Year’ winner at the London Lifestyle Awards was last in London 10 years ago when it was brought to life in a brand new West End musical directed by Academy Award® winner Sam Mendes.
Dahl’s 1964 book tells of a young boy from a poor family who wins the chance to explore a magical sweet factory after discovering a golden ticket inside one of Willy Wonka’s chocolate bars.
The musical features the much-loved songs Pure Imagination, The Candy Man and I’ve Got a Golden Ticket from the classic 1971 film WILLY WONKA & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, written by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley. They join the musical’s original score by Marc Shaiman, with lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, and book by David Greig. Based on the novel by Roald Dahl and the Warner Bros. film.
The production will be directed by Curve Artistic Director, Nikolai Foster. There will be a national press night on Sunday 20 June 2027.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Hotel Accommodation
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Theatre Breaks are the great event for the whole family to see. A family theatre break including one of our nearby hotels could be the golden ticket the year.
Show file
Genre: Family Musical
Theatre: Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Catherine Street, London WC2B 5JF
Nearest tube station: Leicester Square or Covent Garden on the Piccadilly line
Performance times: NA
Dates Michael is definitely not appearing as Willy Wonka. There maybe others but these are certain.
Tuesday 22 June • 19:00
Tuesday 29 June • 19:00
Tuesday 6 July • 19:00
Tuesday 13 July • 19:00
Sunday 25 July • 15:00
Sunday 1 August • 15:00
Sunday 8 August • 15:00
Sunday 15 August • 15:00
Sunday 22 August • 15:00
Tuesday 24 August • 19:00
Monday 30 August • 19:00
Monday 6 September • 19:00
Monday 13 September • 19:00
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Theatre Breaks Reviews
From the moment the big gold W of Willy Wonka appeared on stage the delight in the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane never wavered.
An extraordinary set and opening song introduced us to Charlie Bucket (inventor and dreamer!) and his love for Wonka chocolate. I loved the way the outside moved inside when we met Charlie’s family and enjoyed the way time moved swiftly through the first month of the golden ticket competition.
The TV screen showing the winners (an impressive collection of child actor/singers) was fantastic and the songs, although I couldn’t hum them to you now, were perfect for each character.
The first half came to an end as the Golden Ticket winners met Willy Wonker – played beautifully by Alex Jennings.
Act two was a riot of colour, stunning sets and inspiring storytelling. My 12yr old daughter and I laughed at the Oompa-Loompas (oh how she wants a pair of their large striped shoes!) and marvelled at Violets blueberry and Veruca’s squirrels. We especially enjoyed the tiny Mike Teavee.
The production was impressive; the songs weren’t memorable but were enjoyable and fun. As expected, there were excellent performances throughout from an energetic cast. The final trick from Willy Wonka left us (and those around us) open mouthed in gleeful astonishment! An amazing night out that ‘has to be believed to be seen’, I would recommend the show to lovers of Roald Dahl and families with children over 8yrs old.
Go to the theatre on Drury Lane in London and watch Charlie and the Chocolate factory. Full of delights and wonder. Choose a gift or more. Don't forget your tickets and programs. Go inside get into your seat and let the music get to your ears. Meet the making of chocolate and meet the characters as you discover the world of chocolate and creation. The characters of the rude four children wizz your imagination. And Charlie Bucket makes you cry. Anyway IT HAS TO BE BELIEVED TO BE SEEN!
Sophie - aged 9
So glad you enjoyed the show Sophie. I've sent a Wonka Bar to your mum to say thanks for your review.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was brilliant – Will definitely be recommending it!
I have just seen the show Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at the Drury Lane Theatre ,London and I WANT to see it again-NOW!
It is a brilliant production directed by Sam Mendes. As you know it is based on Roald Dahls dark fairy tale and the mysterious chocolate maker Mr Willy Wonker who owns a chocolate making factory.
Generations of children have grown up loving this timeless tale. Regardless of whether you have enjoyed this story before, this lavish new treatment reintroduces all the favourite characters but is new and fantastic with a great cast including hosts of oompa-loompers!
The staging is awesome and the time just flies by.
Probably not suitable if you are under 7 but absolutely suitable for a family trip to London with one of our hotels.
This is going to be a hit so do book ASAP
