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"A THEATRE EXPERIENCE THAT LASTS A LIFETIME"
Don't miss Young Actors' Theatre premiere:
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Welcome to the world of pure imagination with this tasty Broadway and West End musical based on the famous novel and hit movie.
Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score composed by Marc Shaiman with lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray) and a book by David Greig. The score also pays homage to the Leslie Bricusse/Anthony Newley score from the 1971 film with songs from the motion picture including "Candy Man," "I've Got a Golden Ticket," "Oompa Loompa Song," and "Pure Imagination."
The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka's army of curious Oompa-Loompas.
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​SHOW DATES:
November 14-24, 2024
10 performances
November 14, 15, 16, 21, 22 & 23 at 7:00pm
November 16, 17, 23 & 24 at 2:00pm
PERFORMANCE LOCATION:
Lakeside Middle School
11833 Woodside Ave.
Lakeside, CA 92040
Director:
Jean Isaac
As the founder of Young Actors’ Theatre, Jean has been working with students and theatre for over 25 years. Jean and Young Actors’ Theatre have received numerous awards including the Channel 10 Leadership Award, multiple NYA Awards, and many more. Some of her favorite directing credits include: Beauty & the Beast, Les Miserables, Ragtime, Hairspray, West Side Story and Fiddler on the Roof.
Music Director:
Matt Ignacio
Over the past 10+ years, MATT IGNACIO has musically directed productions with theatre companies and schools all over San Diego including Blindspot Collective, San Diego Musical Theatre, Teatro San Diego, Tenth Avenue Arts, and Young Actors’ Theatre. Matt is the artistic director and chorus leader for Tremble Clefs, a singing therapy program for people living with Parkinson’s. He also directs the Glenaires choir at La Costa Glen and serves as music director at St. John of the Cross Church. A San Diego native, Matt performs as a vocalist throughout the county, as a founding member of The Explorers (San Diego Zoo’s a cappella group) and with the Tinseltone Carolers. mattignacio.com
Choreographer:
Ashlyn Bradfute
Ashlyn grew up dancing, singing and acting. She has also competed in many dance & vocal competitions over the years. She is professionally trained in many different styles of dance, however her favorites include Hip Hop and Tap. Although she has participated in many shows in the past, she recently joined us last year at YAT for Bring It On. You may have also seen her in Little Shop of Horrors & Anastasia. Ashlyn was the Assistant Choreographer for Finding Nemo Jr. this past spring. Ashlyn is so happy she has found a family here at YAT and is so excited to share what she has to offer with these kids as she choreographs her first show here.
Stage Manager:
Alexi Ayer
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Alexi Ayer is thrilled to be making her Stage Manager Debut with YAT's Charlie & The Chocolate Factory! Alexi is the Executive Assistant here at Young Actors' Theatre, as well as a camp instructor. She has been a part of many productions with YAT either on-stage performing, backstage crew, or taking production photos. Outside of YAT, Alexi was just recently titled Miss Alpine 2025 and spends most of her time volunteering for the community of Alpine. She would like to thank Kristina and Jean for this wonderful opportunity!
Assistant Stage Manager:
Miles Reed
