January 2025 sees one of the biggest musicals of recent years arriving at the Riverside Theatre for sixteen huge performances. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory will amaze, delight and excite the thousands of people who will undoubtedly flock to see it.

Because of the popularity of both the novel and film, audience’s expectation will be high in regard to the production, so Ballywillan are pushing the boat out with the production values. A huge digital screen is being installed to show the animated imagery being designed for the show by a Holywood, USA company and bespoke sets and scenery being imported from Italy will be a first for Ballywillan and, indeed, the theatre.

Telling the story of Charlie Bucket who finds a Golden Ticket to visit Willy Wonka’s famous chocolate factory this really is a show not to be missed. With wonderful pricing offers over the opening weekend early booking is recommended.