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CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
11th-15th November 2025
Address: Westgate Road, NE1 4AG
Venue: Tyne Theatre & Opera House
Website: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk
Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie &the Chocolate Factory features an original score composed by Marc Shaiman with lyrics by Shaiman & Scott Wittman (Hairspray) & a book by David Greig. The score also pays homage to the Leslie Bricusse/Anthony Newley score from the 1971 film with songs from the motion picture including “Candy Man,” “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” “Oompa Loompa Song,” and “Pure Imagination.” Tickets from £21.50.