Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Reviews

Around The Town Chicago - Highly Recommended

"...The Candy Man Can! That is a line from a marvelous song written by Anthony Newley and Leslie Briscue , and it is part of the musical now on stage at Marriott Theatre. This is a 75 minute version of the film geared for young audiences, and I must say, the packed house filled with children of all ages, loved what they saw."

Chicago Theatre Review - Highly Recommended

"...This Winter, the Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences offers theatergoers of all ages a wondrous world of pure imagination. Delighting in the adventures and antics of Charlie and his fellow competitors for a lifetime supply of chocolate, Willy Wonka takes the audience on a magical mystery tour of confectionery fun. So head over to Lincolnshire and get ready to meet all the kids and The Candy Man!"

Buzz Center Stage - Highly Recommended

"...The 70-minute-long performance is a wonderful mix of old and new. Older members of the audience appreciated the familiar tunes from the 1971 film starring Gene Wilder, such as the iconic “The Candy Man,” “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” and “Pure Imagination” while the younger audience was captivated with the “Queen of Pop” (and next “It Girl”), Violet Beauregarde, Mike Teavee’s all-things techno obsession, and the very spoiled and demanding antics of Veruca Salt."

Chicago On Stage - Recommended

"...In this fast-paced world of technology and endless attention-grabbing options, live theatre is the most beautiful gift to give a child. The magic of watching a story unfold through song and dance ignites endless endorphins for both young and young-at-heart. The Marriott Theatre, located in the northern Chicago suburb of Lincolnshire, offers an absolutely delightful youth series. Show after show, the Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences draws waves of giggles, wonder, and cheerful smiles. The current production, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, is another delectable home run, directed and choreographed by Amber Mak."

Chicago Culture Authority - Recommended

"...To pull off a satisfying production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, you need a good-hearted, yearning Charlie Bucket who has easy chemistry with Grandpa Joe and who can melt the cantankerous heart of chocolatier Willy Wonka as he holds a worldwide contest to entrust his factory to a worthy successor. The Charlie now onstage at Marriott Theatre has indeed assembled those key ingredients to whip up a sweet and salty treat for family audiences."

Splash Magazine - Highly Recommended

"...I am extremely impressed by the outstanding talent and passionate performances by the cast of Marriott Lincolnshire’s theatrical production of Charlie And The Chocolate Factory."