Beloved Musical Willy Wonka from Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Chicago Shakespeare Theater - Courtyard Theater, On Navy Pier (800 E. Grand Avenue Chicago, IL 60611)
- Full Price:
- $18.00 - $23.00
- Our Price:
- $9.00 - $11.50*
* Additional fees apply.
All offers for Willy Wonka have expired.
The last date listed for Willy Wonka was Saturday August 16, 2008 / 7:00pm.
Currently at Chicago Shakespeare Theater - Courtyard Theater:
Tony-Winner, Star Wars Actor Ian McDiarmid in CST's Timon of Athens
- Full Price:
- $55.00 - $75.00
- Our Price:
- $27.50 - $37.50
Chicago Shakespeare Theatre presents the finale of its 25th anniversary season, Shakespeare's rarely produced Timon of Athens. Directed by CST Artistic Director, Barbara Gaines, this production is set in the world of high-risk futures trading, where Timon is king of the hill, until a reversal of fortune sends him into financial free fall and his formers friends become ruthless creditors. Timon is played by internationally-acclaimed actor Ian McDiarmid, who won the Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Play for his performance as Teddy in Brian Friel's Faith Healer. He is perhaps most famous for his chilling performance as the Emperor in George Lucas's 1983 film Return of the Jedi, and later as Senator Palpatine in the Star Wars prequels. Learn More
64 Goldstar Member Reviews
Yodelcrazy1
It was an engaging and fun show - the pace of the show was excellent keep the children in our group age 7 to 13 entertained and happy during the entire event.Written on Jul 11 2008
Ingenious costumes, effects and scenery. The kids talked about it the entire rest of the day. The staff at the theater is very happy to accomodate any special needs that arise, and there is not a bad seat in this house!
Highly recommended for children age 5 and up.
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Chris Newcombe
This is an excellent show for children. It is a theatrical staging of the original movie, with some additional songs. It has been compressed into 1 hour, so no need to worry about the short attention spans of the little ones; it moves right along. It loses a star for me because the sound mix in the theatre made it sometimes difficult to hear the words of the songs; the music was played much louder than the singers. Otherwise, it is very entertaining.Written on Aug 04 2008
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dmt111
great play, great cast and great performance. My 5 year-old nephew loved it and still talks about it. Music, lights and costume were all very creative and well done. I would go back in a heart beat....Written on Jul 28 2008
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Cherimo
The show was funny, lively, and perfect for the whole family. Our seats were great as well.Written on Jul 23 2008
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More Information About Willy Wonka
Description
Willy Wonka and his band of Oompa-Loompas lead Charlie Bucket and four other Golden Ticket winners on a tour through a mysterious candymaker’s fantastical factory. Featuring your favorite songs from the 1971 film, this theatrical adaptation is a sweet treat fro children and adults alike!
Music and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley
Adapted for the stage by Leslie Bricusse and Tim McDonald
Based on the book Charlie and The Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl
Directed by Joe Leonardo
About the Ticket Supplier: Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Chicago Shakespeare Theater offers a broad spectrum of theatrical experiences year-round, engaging and entertaining audiences from all walks of life and from around the world. The plays of William Shakespeare form the core of the company's work, complemented by other dramatic works -- from traditional classical theater to new classics that resonate with Shakespeare's timeless insights into the human condition. CST's World's Stage Series brings international theatrical productions to Chicago, presenting new cultural expressions and experiences. For family audiences, CST Family presents abridged Shakespeare productions and classic musicals for all ages.