Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Cambridge Operatic Society - Show Home

Performances

Cambridge Corn Exchange

2026 Apr 1 Wednesday 7:30 PM
2026 Apr 2 Thursday 7:30 PM
2026 Apr 3 Friday 2:30 PM
2026 Apr 3 Friday 7:30 PM
2026 Apr 4 Saturday 2:30 PM
2026 Apr 4 Saturday 7:30 PM

What To Know About This Production

Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score composed by Marc Shaiman with lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray) and 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” fully staged, with creative choreography and a live orchestra, this show celebrates the power of imagination and proves that dreams really can come true.

Willy Wonka, the renowned chocolatier, grants five golden tickets to his extraordinary factory, ushering in a life-altering experience for the humble Charlie Bucket. Within its walls, they’ll explore a realm of pure imagination, witnessing chocolate rivers, mischievous squirrels, and the soaring glass elevator, all under the watchful eyes of the Oompa-Loompas. As the tour unfolds, comical and challenging trials reveal the true character of each visitor, ultimately highlighting that only Charlie’s virtue earns him the final reward.

Cast List For Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

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Available Roles

Willy Wonka - The sly, charming, and eccentric star of the show He possesses a larger-than-life persona that can shift from charismatic and comical to magically mysterious and dark in an instant (Vocal Range A2 to G4, Baritone Tenor)
Charlie Bucket - The protagonist and emotional heart of the story He is sweet, smart, hopeful, and loving, representing wonderful innocence, integrity, and vulnerability This role is strongly preferred to be played by an actor under the age of 16 Due to the demands of the role, Charlie will likely be double cast (Vocal Range G3 to F5, TenorBoy Soprano)
Grandpa Joe - Impish, imaginative, and full of life He is Charlies kind and loving grandfather, his greatest champion, and his partner in adventure Though bedridden, his youthful energy and spirit return the moment the Golden Ticket is found (Vocal Range G2 to G4, Baritone)
Mrs Bucket - Charlies warm, kind-hearted, and relentlessly nurturing mother Despite the extreme poverty and the demands of caring for four aging parents, she remains generous, loving, and practical, always striving to maintain a positive outlook for her family (Vocal Range G3 to E5, Mezzo-Soprano)
Grandpa George - One Charlies other three grandparents that is bedridden, often tired, and can be grumpy, but is ultimately loving and supportive figures (Vocal Range F2 to E4, Bass Baritone)
Grandma Josephine - One Charlies other three grandparents that is bedridden, often tired, and can be grumpy, but is ultimately loving and supportive figures (Vocal Range C4 to D5, Mezzo-Soprano Alto)
Grandma Georgina - One Charlies other three grandparents that is bedridden, often tired, and can be grumpy, but is ultimately loving and supportive figures (Vocal Range Ab3 to E5, Mezzo-Soprano)
Augustus Gloop - A gluttonous, impulsive German boy who acts before thinkingespecially when food is involved Preferred to be played with a German accent (Vocal Range Bb3 to G5, Tenor)
Mrs Gloop - Augustus, German, over-the-top and dramatically serious mother She is nave and hopelessly overindulgent, convinced her sons gluttony is a virtue Preferred to be played with a German accent (Vocal Range Bb3 to D5, Alto Mezzo-Soprano)
Veruca Salt - A vicious, determined, and utterly spoiled Russian ballerina heiress Requires strong ballet experience Preferred to be played with a Russian accent (Vocal Range Ab4 to Db5, Mezzo-Soprano)
Mr Salt - Verucas hilarious, eccentric Russian oligarch father He is entirely run by his daughters demands and so blinded by his love for her that he gives in to every whim Preferred to be played with a Russian accent (Vocal Range Ab2 to Ab4, Baritone)
Violet Beauregarde - Confident, forward, and competitive She is an obsessive gum-chewer and a world champion, budding influencer, and pop star (Vocal Range C4 to F5, Mezzo-Soprano Belt)
Mr Beauregarde - Violets father He is ineffectual, competitive, and clearly out of his depth, trying (and failing) to manage his daughters intense ambition and massive ego (Vocal Range F3 to G4, Baritone)
Mike Teavee - An iPad kid and a fireplug with a ridiculous amount of energy He is a technology-obsessed, bratty, blunt, and loud computer hacker with an aggressive attitude (Vocal Range G3 to Bb4, Tenor Baritenor)
Mrs Teavee - Tense, extreme, and hilarious She is an overwhelmed mother who struggles to cope with her son, often appearing stuck in the 1950s1960s era in her demeanor and style (Vocal Range G3 to Eb5, Mezzo-Soprano Alto)
Mrs Green - A poor, second-hand vegetable seller She is a shrewd, practical businesswoman and a bit eccentric, yet remains kind-hearted and warm, providing a small, positive contrast in Charlies harsh environment
Jerry Jubilee - A local news anchorreporter He is often a wacky, quick-witted reporter full of energetic enthusiasm
Cherry Sundae - A local field reporter She is a zany, quick-witted reporter who is on the scene for all the Golden Ticket winner announcements
Ensemble - Including various townspeople, other onlookers, and creatures like squirrels in the factory Ensemble members also serve as dancers and singers, portraying groups like Gum Chompin Divas, Bavarians, and more, adding to the visual and musical spectacle of the show
YC Ensemble - Including various townspeople, other onlookers, and creatures like squirrels in the factory Ensemble members also serve as dancers and singers, portraying groups like Gum Chompin Divas, Bavarians, and more, adding to the visual and musical spectacle of the show

Cast

Name	Role(s)
TBD	Willy Wonka
TBD	Charlie Bucket
TBD	Grandpa Joe
TBD	Mrs Bucket
TBD	Grandpa George
TBD	Grandma Josephine
TBD	Grandma Georgina
TBD	Augustus Gloop
TBD	Mrs Gloop
TBD	Veruca Salt
TBD	Mr Salt
TBD	Violet Beauregarde
TBD	Mr Beauregarde
Charlie Blackmore	Mike Teavee
TBD	Mrs Teavee
TBD	Mrs Green
TBD	Jerry Jubilee
TBD	Cherry Sundae
TBD	Ensemble
TBD	YC Ensemble

Crew

Name	Role(s)
TBD	Director
TBD	Producer
TBD	Music Director
TBD	Choreographer
TBD	Stage Manager
TBD	Costumer

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Cambridge Operatic Society in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire