by Marc Shaiman
First published 2015
When young Charlie Bucket wins a golden ticket to tour Willy Wonka's legendary chocolate factory, he embarks on a whimsical adventure. Joined by four other children and their guardians, Charlie navigates Wonka's fantastical creations, from singing squirrels to a room of lickable wallpaper. But as the tour progresses, the other children fall victim to their own vices, leaving Charlie as the last one standing. Can he resist temptation and emerge victorious? This toe-tapping musical adaptation captures the magic and madness of Roald Dahl's beloved story.
Genres: adaptations, 20th-century, fantasy, 21st-century, musicals
Vibes: lyrical, magical, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, underdog
Setting: Chocolate Factory
Period: 20th Century, 21st Century
72 pages · Paperback · Hal Leonard