Pure Imagination Comes to Life—Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory’ on the big screen at The Playhouse!
Join the expedition visiting legendary Candy Man Willy Wonka (Gene Wilder) in a splendiferous movie that wondrously brings to screen the endlessly appetizing delights of Roald Dahl’s classic book. Coated with flavorful tunes and production design that constantly dazzles the eye, this effervescent musical never fails to enchant the young and old. On a whirlwind tour of Willy’s incredible, edible realm of chocolate waterfalls, elfish Oompa-Loompas and industrial-sized confections, a boy named Charlie (Peter Ostrum) will discover the sweetest secret of all: a generous, loving heart. And You’ll rediscover the timeless magic of a delicious family classic.
Director
Mel Stuart
Cast
Gene Wilder, Jack Albertson, Peter Ostrum, Michael Bollner, Denise Nickerson
CLASSIC FILM SCREENINGS AT THE PLAYHOUSE
Head to the Playhouse to enjoy some classic films on the big screen.
Buy 3 or more films and tickets are just $10 each!
Wed, June 18 @ 7pm ~ Roman Holiday (1953)
Mon, July 14 @ 7pm ~ Singin’ in the Rain (1952)
Wed, August 6 @ 6pm ~ Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)
Mon, Aug 18 @ 7pm ~ The Sting (1973)
Fri, Oct 10 @ 7pm ~ Psycho (1960)
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Media Sponsorship for the 2025 season is generously provided by Moffly Media and WSHU Public Radio.
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Film is rated G