All is quiet on the set of Willie Wonka, the Musical at Grimsley High School. However, at 10 am TODAY and various times this weekend, the stage will come alive with oompa loompas, snotty kids, a bed full of grandparents, and one brilliant chocolate factory owner! If you are interested in attending, check here for details.
This production is a collaborative effort between The Community Theater of Greensboro and The Guilford County Schools. Willy Wonka is played by Brian Kilpatrick who is a parent-volunteer at Peck Elementary. All the students and cast members are affiliated with the Guilford County Schools. The Community Theater of Greensboro provides the leadership, including being directed by CTG's Executive Director Mitchell Sommers. The Tanger and Bryan Foundations are sponsoring this school/community partnership. This is a family-friendly summer activity for all to enjoy!
Hope to see you there!
Save me a seat.
Posted by: Bill B | Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 07:16 AM
Ooh, fun! Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory has always been one of my favorite stories, both in its book and movie forms. I hope it gets staged locally one of these days.
Looks like I won't be able to watch much theater this year. Hubby dear had to give up being a member of the panel of judges for theater arts because he accepted being editor of an online literary magazine (on top of his teaching and writing). Oh well. Of course, we'll still watch the ones we're really interested in.
Posted by: Hilda | Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 08:46 AM
Oh how I wish I could be there! I loved the book! :)
Posted by: EG Wow | Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 07:28 PM
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was one of the first books I remember really enjoying when I was in grade school. I enjoyed both of the movie adaptations as well.
I'm sure this production will be terrific.
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Posted by: barbara farr | Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 08:06 PM