See below for details about the Show Times, The Story, The Tickets, and The Cast.
Come see Willy Wonka, Jr., performed live by The Young Players in the historic Royal Theatre in downtown Benton. This play is Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir in this golden ticket adventure. See below for details about the Show Times, The Story, The Tickets, and The Cast.
SHOW TIMES
This play will run one weekend only, from Thursday, July 13th through Sunday, July 16th. The box office will open at 6:00 p.m. on performance dates and the house will open approximately 15 – 20 minutes prior to curtain. Box Office opens at 1:00 p.m. on matinee days. It is recommended to purchase in advance, to ensure admission. Show times are as follows:
- Thu, Jul 13, 7 p.m.
- Fri, Jul 14, 7 p.m.
- Sat, Jul 15, 7 p.m.
- Sun, Jul 16, 2 p.m.
THE STORY
Willy Wonka, Jr. follows mysterious candy manufacturer, as he hosts a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy.
Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats, but the fifth is a likable young lad named Charlie Bucket, who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather, Grandpa Joe. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka’s rules in the factory – or suffer the consequences.
This musical is sponsored by McCombs Medical, in partnership with Starling Music Studio. Willy Wonka, Jr. is based on the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Ronald Dahl, with words and Music by Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley, and adapted for the stage by Leslie Bricusse & Timothy A. McDonald. This musical is directed by Mason Newberry, with assistance by Brian Roberson.
TICKETS
This show is designated as assigned seating. Check your seating assignment before completing your purchase. Use the desktop version of Ticketleap to select “choose your own seats,” otherwise your seats will be randomly assigned and may not be grouped together. Tickets cannot be changed once you have purchased, however, you can get a refund and purchase again, if tickets are still available. Contact [email protected] to request a refund. 24 hours notice prior to show time is necessary to receive a refund.
For accessible or special needs seating, please email [email protected] or call 501-315-5483. Ticket prices are $18 General; $15 Seniors 60+, members of the military, and college students with valid ID; $8 Grade 12th and below. Purchase tickets at https://theroyalplayers.ticketleap.com.
THE CAST
The Young Players cast includes Mallory Lafferty as Willy Wonka, Gus Howell as Charlie Bucket, Travis Loftis as Grandpa Joe, Parker Evans as Mr. Bucket, and Reagan McCartney as Mrs. Bucket.
Mike Teavee is played by Jaydon Clark, Veruca Salt by Jovie Byrd, Violet Beauregarde by Dawson Claire Jones, and Augustus Gloop is played by Madden Babb. Alana Dunn is Ms. Teavee, Dawson Hoover is Mr. Salt, Mrs. Beauregarde is Allison Jones, and Zoey Jones is Mrs. Gloop.
Phineous Trout is played by Nate Palmer, with Beau Goldthorpe as The Candy Man. Grandpa George is played by Samson Scott, with Frankie Goldman as Grandma Georginia and Addison Lumpkins as Grandma Josephina. James is played by Adrien Boles, with Spencer Forga as Matilda.
Oompa Loompa 1 is Chase Greenwood, Oompa Loompa 2 is Madi Campbell, Oompa Loompa 3 is Abby Grace Neufer, Lizzie Glover is Oompa Loompa 4, and Sarah Nuss is Oompa Loompa 5.
The ensemble includes Piper Abbott, Dakota Barkley, Skylar Fairley, Alexandrea Haggard, Kenzie Hunt, Juliana Jones, Klaire Kilburn, Taylor Ann Pitts, Pilar Primm, Scarlett Scott, Sterling Scott, Reese von Storch, Tynslee Tarver, Griffin Taylor, Phoenix Wade, and Addie Maisen.
