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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory JR.

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory JR.

Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory JR. | 60-Minute Musical for Schools

Bring imagination, music, and heart to your stage with Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory JR., a 60-minute Broadway Junior adaptation designed especially for schools and youth theatre programs. This high-energy, family-friendly musical offers a large cast, memorable songs, and meaningful lessons that resonate with student performers and audiences alike.

Perfect Musical for Elementary and Middle School Productions

This shortened version of the Broadway and West End hit is ideal for school settings, keeping the magic and spectacle while making the show manageable for younger performers. With a runtime of approximately 60 minutes, it fits easily into school schedules, festivals, and community performances.

The original score by Marc Shaiman, with lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray) and a book by David Greig, is paired with beloved songs from the classic 1971 film, including "The Candy Man," "I've Got a Golden Ticket," and "Pure Imagination."

Story Overview

When the world-famous Willy Wonka opens the gates to his mysterious chocolate factory, only a lucky few golden ticket winners are invited inside. Young Charlie Bucket, a kind-hearted child from a humble family, joins four wildly different children on an unforgettable journey through Wonka’s magical world of chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels, Oompa-Loompas, and the great glass elevator.

Along the way, students and audiences experience a heartwarming story about kindness, honesty, imagination, and what truly matters most.

60-Minute Version Details

This school-friendly edition streamlines the full-length production into an engaging, fast-paced performance. The following numbers from the full-length version have been removed to create the 60-minute format:

  • More of Him to Love
  • Queen of Pop
  • That Little Man of Mine
  • If Your Father Were Here
  • Strike That, Reverse It
  • That Little Man of Mine Reprise

Cast Size and Opportunities for Students

Cast Size: Large (21+ performers)
Cast Type: Children and young performers

This production is an excellent choice for schools looking to involve many students. With a wide range of speaking roles, featured characters, and ensemble opportunities, directors can include large groups in meaningful stage moments.

Featured Roles

  • Willy Wonka: A mysterious, quirky, and playful chocolatier searching for someone to carry on his legacy.
  • Charlie Bucket: A kind, hopeful child from a humble family who believes in the magic of Wonka’s world.
  • Grandpa Joe: Charlie’s encouraging grandfather who believes in dreams and adventure.
  • Mrs. Bucket: A loving and supportive mother who wants the best for her family.
  • The Grandparents: Josephine, Georgina, and George add warmth, humor, and heart to the story.

Golden Ticket Winners

  • Augustus Gloop: A food-loving champion always chasing the next snack.
  • Veruca Salt: A spoiled child used to getting whatever she wants.
  • Violet Beauregarde: A competitive gum-chewer determined to be the best.
  • Mike Teavee: A screen-obsessed kid glued to technology.

Supporting Roles

  • Mrs. Green, a lively vegetable seller who helps capture the town’s excitement
  • Jerry Jubilee and Cherry Sundae, news anchors covering the golden ticket story
  • Parents including Mrs. Gloop, Mr. Salt, Mr. Beauregarde, and Mrs. Teavee

Ensemble Opportunities

The ensemble plays a major role and can include townspeople, reporters, squirrels, and Oompa-Loompas. This flexibility makes the show ideal for schools with large drama programs looking to involve as many students as possible.

Why Schools Love Charlie and the Chocolate Factory JR.

  • Large cast size allows broad student participation
  • Recognizable story that attracts strong audience attendance
  • Fun, energetic songs students already know and love
  • Positive themes about kindness, gratitude, and imagination
  • Manageable 60-minute runtime for school schedules

A Crowd-Pleasing Musical for Your School Stage

Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory JR. is a golden ticket to a successful school production. With memorable music, colorful characters, and meaningful lessons, this show creates an unforgettable experience for student performers while delighting families and audiences of all ages.

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Listen to Songs from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory JR.

Preview select tracks from the 60-minute Broadway Junior musical.

  • The Candy Man
  • Willy Wonka Willy Wonka
  • Charlie You and I
  • A Letter From Charlie Bucket
  • I've Got A Golden Ticket
  • It Must Be Believed To Be Seen
  • Pure Imagination
  • Auf Wiedersehen Augustus
  • You Got Whacha Want
  • Veruca's Nutcracker Sweet
  • Vidiots
  • The View From Here
  • Finale
Cast
Cast List

Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory JR. is an ideal ensemble-driven production for schools and youth theatre programs, offering a wide range of featured roles and flexible casting opportunities. Designed specifically for young performers, this 60-minute musical supports a large cast and allows directors to involve many students in meaningful, on-stage moments.

Cast Size: Large (21 or more performers)
Cast Type: Children and young performers
Casting Flexibility: Highly expandable ensemble with opportunities for doubling or expanding roles

Complete Role List and Character Summaries

Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory JR. (60-Minute Version)

Designed for a large student cast with strong ensemble opportunities

Principal Roles

Willy Wonka

The mysterious, quirky owner of the world’s most famous chocolate factory. He is playful, clever, and a bit unpredictable. Wonka guides the children through the factory while searching for someone worthy to take over his legacy.

Charlie Bucket

A kind, hopeful child from a poor but loving family. Charlie is humble, honest, and full of wonder. His love for Wonka’s candy and positive outlook make him the heart of the story.

Charlie’s Family

Mrs. Bucket

Charlie’s caring and hardworking mother. She supports her family and wants the best future possible for Charlie.

Grandpa Joe

Charlie’s energetic and optimistic grandfather. He believes in dreams and adventure, and he shares Charlie’s excitement about Willy Wonka.

Josephine

One of Charlie’s grandparents. She helps show the warmth and closeness of the Bucket family.

Georgina

Another of Charlie’s grandparents, adding humor and family presence.

George

One of Charlie’s grandparents. Together, the grandparents help emphasize the family’s loving home life.

Town and Community Roles

Mrs. Green

A lively vegetable seller with a carnival-barker personality. She trades her vegetables for candy when the town becomes obsessed with Wonka products.

Jerry Jubilee

A fast-talking news reporter who eagerly covers every update in the golden ticket story.

Cherry Sundae

Jerry’s co-anchor. She is equally energetic and excited to report on the contest.

The Golden Ticket Winners

Augustus Gloop

A food-obsessed child known for constant eating. His lack of self-control leads to trouble inside the factory.

Mrs. Gloop

Augustus’s proud and doting mother who believes her son can do no wrong.

Veruca Salt

A spoiled, demanding child who is used to getting everything she wants immediately.

Mr. Salt

Veruca’s wealthy father who tries to solve every problem by buying his daughter what she wants.

Violet Beauregarde

A competitive, confident gum-chewer who is determined to be the best at everything.

Mr. Beauregarde

Violet’s supportive father who encourages her ambitions and competitive spirit.

Mike Teavee

A technology-obsessed child glued to screens and media. He is energetic, distracted, and overly confident.

Mrs. Teavee

Mike’s mother, who loves her son deeply but rarely sets limits for him.

Ensemble Roles

The ensemble is essential to the show and can be expanded to include as many students as desired. These performers help bring the world of the musical to life and appear in multiple scenes.

Townspeople

Community members reacting to the golden ticket excitement.

Reporters

Media figures covering the contest and interviewing the winners.

Oompa-Loompas

Wonka’s factory workers who guide the children and comment on their behavior through song and movement.

Squirrels

Factory creatures who play an important role in one of the tour scenes.

Crowd Members

Shoppers, candy fans, and townspeople who help build large, energetic group scenes.

Casting Notes

  • The show supports 21 or more performers and can easily grow larger.
  • Many ensemble roles can be doubled or expanded.
  • The mix of principal roles, supporting characters, and ensemble parts makes it ideal for school programs wanting to involve many students while still offering strong featured opportunities.
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