Step into a world of pure imagination as the Olivier-winning Broadway hit Charlie and the Chocolate Factory makes its Manila premiere, promising a dazzling musical experience for fans of all ages.
Roald Dahl’s deliciously inventive tale is set to dazzle Manila audiences as the Broadway musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory makes its Manila premiere at The Theatre at Solaire from July 8 to July 26, 2026. Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia—in association with HY Culture Fund, Doug Meyer, AMA Group, GMG Productions, UnionBank of the Philippines, Bergamot Front Row Fund, and Willette Klausner—are inviting fans of all ages to step into an immersive world of pure imagination, whether they’re devotees of the original book, film, or stage productions.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is offering early ticket access through UnionBank of the Philippines from January 12 to 15, 2026 at ticketworld.com.ph. GMG Productions is also providing a special waitlist for early seating before public sale, open now until January 14 at 11:59 PM Philippine Time via gmg-productions.com. Tickets for the general public go on sale at TicketWorld on January 17, 2026.
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About Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Based on Roald Dahl’s globally cherished novel, the Broadway musical features a book by David Grieg, following young Charlie Bucket on his golden-ticket adventure inside Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory. From chocolate rivers to nut-sorting squirrels and mischievous Oompa-Loompas, the production dazzles with larger-than-life characters, immersive staging, and toe-tapping music.
Audiences can expect to hear Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley’s iconic songs from the 1971 film, including “Pure Imagination,” “The Candy Man,” and “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” which are featured alongside original music by Grammy and Tony Award winners Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray, Mary Poppins Returns).
The Manila run comes hot on the heels of a sold-out run at Shanghai Culture Square in November 2025, which garnered glowing reviews from audience members. Originally premiering on Broadway in 2017, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory ran for over 300 performances and toured North America for four years through 2022. It also enjoyed a successful West End run, earning two Olivier Awards. This Global Tour will span two to three years across Asia, the Middle East, and India, stopping in major cities including Manila, Hong Kong, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai, Hainan, Taipei, and Seoul.
Spellbinding Magic Onstage
“Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a dazzling fantasy for everyone from everywhere. This new production features miraculous special effects and cutting-edge hologauze 3D technology inspired by advanced magic principles,” share Simone Genatt and Marc Routh, Producers and Co-Owners of Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia, in a joint statement. “We are so excited to share the breathtaking world of this beloved Broadway musical about the power of imagination, and the art of invention with Beijing audiences in this spectacular new immersive production from an all-Broadway creative team!”
Joining the team is Las Vegas magic and illusion designer Tim Clothier, who’ll be bringing Wonka’s fantastical factory to life through design and stage wizardry. The global tour presents original direction by four-time Tony Award® winner Jack O’Brien and original choreography by Joshua Bergasse, with Direction by Matt Lenz, Choreography by Alison Solomon, and Musical Supervision by Nate Patten and Greg Jarrett.
The award-winning Broadway creative and production team includes Mark Thompson (set and costume design), Christine Peters (tour scenic design), Jeff Sugg (projections design), Rory Beaton (lighting design), Mike Thacker for Orbital Sound (sound design), Basil Twist (puppet design), and Tim Clothier (illusions), with orchestrations by Doug Besterman and musical arrangements by Marc Shaiman. Casting is by Paul Hardt Casting, with Joseph Longthorne as General Manager and Tayn Yeo as Associate Manager for Broadway Asia International. GMG Productions serves as Manila General Manager.
Produced by Simone Genatt, Marc Routh, Broadway International Group, and Broadway Asia, along with co-producers HY Culture Company, Doug Meyer Productions, Bergamot Front Row Fund, and Willette Klausner, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is presented in special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI) and Broadway Asia Company.
Stay updated on Manila ticket announcements via GMG Productions on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok (@gmg.productions), and follow @charlieglobaltour on Instagram for international tour news.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The musical will run from July 8 to July 26, 2026, at The Theatre at Solaire in Manila.
The production is presented by Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia, in association with multiple partners, with GMG Productions serving as Manila General Manager.
Early ticket access through UnionBank of the Philippines runs from January 12 to 15, 2026. General public ticket sales begin on January 17, 2026, via TicketWorld.
Yes. GMG Productions offers a special waitlist for early seating, open until January 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM Philippine Time.
The musical follows Charlie Bucket’s golden-ticket adventure inside Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory, featuring immersive staging, larger-than-life characters, and magical theatrical effects.
The production includes iconic songs from the 1971 film such as “Pure Imagination,” “The Candy Man,” and “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” alongside original music by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman.
Yes. The Manila premiere is part of a global tour spanning Asia, the Middle East, and India, following a sold-out run in Shanghai and previous runs on Broadway and the West End.
Photos courtesy of GMG Productions
