this was a fantastic show for adults as well as kids. the oompa loompas were fantastic. great music-- loved it
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Roald Dahl's amazing tale is now Chicago's golden ticket! It's the perfect recipe for a delectable treat: songs from the original film, including "Pure Imagination," "The Candy Man," and "I've Got a Golden Ticket," alongside a toe-tapping and ear-tickling new score from the songwriters of Hairspray.
Willy Wonka is opening his marvelous and mysterious chocolate factory...to a lucky few. That includes Charlie Bucket, whose bland life is about to burst with color and confection beyond his wildest dreams. He and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a mesmerizing joyride through a world of pure imagination. Now's your chance to experience the wonders of Wonka like never before – get ready for Oompa-Loompas, incredible inventions, the great glass elevator, and more, more, more at this everlasting showstopper!
Rating: 5 out of 5by rockminster on 10/20/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago Rating: 5 out of 5 Adorable Show
by Caseeee on 10/20/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoWe love the original Willie Wonka movie and the J.Depp version. It’s a great show. The cast was into it. The minor adjustments and adaptation of characters worked. I would highly recommend it.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Charlie and the chocolate factory Musical was good
by Bam01 on 10/19/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoMy son and I loved the musical!!! I would take him again.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Charlie!
by ajn121 on 10/17/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoTook my boys (8 &9) to see Charlie & the Chocolate Factory and was thoroughly impressed. The venue is beautiful, the sight lines were good, the acoustics were superb. The seat I had was listed as 'Obstructed View' however, I don't feel like I missed seeing anything. Overall, it was a fantastic show and a beautiful venue. I highly recommend both!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Charlie was sweet as can be!
by HenM on 10/17/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoCast and set was fantastic. Takes the original and adds in its own little sweet twist. Completely unforgettable
Rating: 4 out of 5 Second half made up for a slow first half
by Grayslake3 on 10/16/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoI took my 10 year-old and three of his friends to see this show. The first half's pacing was a bit slow and I could tell the kids were starting to squirm in their chairs. After intermission, the show took on a whole new energy. It was lively, fun, and entertaining. The props and oompa loompas were amazing and well done. I would recommend the show, but it is 2.5 hours and seemed like a long time for kids.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a must see!!
by SarahJeanAnn on 10/16/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoWow! This is the family friendly show you must see. Truly an amazing family experience. Noah Weisberg steals the show as Willy Wonka in a new and charming rendition of the show we all loved as kids. Don't miss it!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Lots of Fun!
by BlackhawkBob1961 on 10/16/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoLots of fun!! Would definitely recommend this to anyone!!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Smiles all around
by SputnikTheLime on 10/16/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoMy girlfriend and I are both in our twenties and found this show to be an absolute treat. She is big into musical theatre and said Noah Weisberg sounded just like Christian Borle (in the best of ways). He led the cast through the quirky, sometimes DARK, story of sweet little Charlie (the only kid played by a child actor). All performances were charismatic, singing and dancing were superb, and the orchestra and set made for an engaging overall experience. There weren't really any moments that completely blew me away, but it was a fun time all in all.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Charlie and The Chocolate Factory was perfect!
by TAL67 on 10/16/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoAmazing choreography and technology! Loved the costuming and special effects. Sound and staging done VERY WELL! Thanks
Rating: 5 out of 5 AMAZING PLAY
by FXXXX on 10/16/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoKids had a lot of fun and we all really enjoyed it. Even my teenage son enjoyed the play. beautiful theater
Rating: 3 out of 5 Charlie doesn't overwhelm
by CyndiLeo on 10/16/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoThe actors playing Charlie and Willy were great. However, the actors playing the other children (Mike TV, etc.) were adults. Augusta looked older than his mother, a little scary. The squirrels totally pulled her apart and waited for applause. Just lots of parts that don't fit. Glad we got tickets on Hot Tkts.
Rating: 2 out of 5 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was disappointin
by Abephroman on 10/16/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoDisappointed in the show. Was just ok have seen better plays for half the price.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing show for kids and adults
by DebbyC61 on 10/13/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoWe took our 11-year-old grandson to see Charlie and The Chocolate Factory. It was fantastic. So much fun. Noah Weisberg as Willy Wonka was an absolute delight. He reminded me so much of Gene Wilder with his amazing facial expressions and ‘attitude’. We saw Henry Boshart as Charlie- and again - what an amazing talent this little boy has:) You love him ‘at hello.’ My husband who does not even really like musicals very well, said as we were leaving the theater ‘how long is that playing here? We might want to see it again just to catch everything that is said.’ That would be the only downer to the show- that some of the songs are pretty fast - hard to catch all the witty parts... overall - well worth seeing for an entertaining evening.
Rating: 3 out of 5 Pass on Charlie
by Debbidoo1 on 10/13/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoThere were a few cute things in the staging but overall, many of the characters were not that engaging. The secret candy world was underwhelming. Charlie forgot a few lines.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Love it
by Peluda on 10/13/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoFirst time attend to a musical show & like it a lot..
Rating: 5 out of 5 Fantastic
by Obecny on 10/13/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoWe had a fantastic time. Great adaptation to the stage. Great performances. Would love to see it again.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Truly a world of pure imagination
by JJDUBB on 10/13/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoThis Broadway play was amazing! I would definitely go see it again! Congrats to the cast, directors, writers, everyone who put this play on!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Sweet Treat!
by DeeceyT on 10/12/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoIf you have kids or are a kid at heart I highly recommend Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The acting was heartfelt and charming - the child leads were amazing! The backdrops and scenery were creative and the music was catchy and fun. It was everything these Willy Wonka fans could have hoped for!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Imaginative!
by RetiredMusicTeacher on 10/12/18Oriental Theatre Chicago - ChicagoLoved every minute of this production. It maintained all of the best of the original movie while updating elements to make it current and contemporary. The use of projected images was effective and visually exciting. We laughed, smile and cried...just perfect!