Willy Wonka this Weekend at Scarsdale High School

Willy Wonka this Weekend at Scarsdale High School

Published: Sunday, 15 May 2011 08:40

wonka8 The Scarsdale Senior Class is excited to present Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory from May 20 to May 22. The beloved musical is this year’s selection for the Senior Class Play, an annual show run and performed by members of the outgoing senior class. Performances will be on May 20, 21 at 7:30 and on May 22 at 2 pm. All shows will take place in the High School Auditorium. Tickets will be available at the door for the price of $15 dollars. Seating will be determined on a first come first serve basis so make sure to arrive early for prime seats!

Willy Wonka is a musical adaption of the popular children’s book by Roald Dahl. The book tells the tale of Charlie Bucket (Leland Chamlin), a poor boy who is presented with an extraordinary opportunity after winning a contest by finding a golden ticket in a chocolate bar. Along with his fellow contest winners Augustus Gloop (Tony Lyons), Mike Teavee (Maqy Quartner), Veruca Salt (Eve Muller), and Violet Beauregard (Allie Goodman), Charlie is invited to a tour of the world famous Wonka Chocolate Factory. Also on the tour is Charlie’s beloved grandfather, Grampa Joe (Cameron Mattis). At the factory, Charlie meets the mysterious and eccentric Willy Wonka (Karan Adiyta) and embarks on a journey through the strange and wonderful world of the Chocolate Factory.

The play is directed by Greg Seiden, with Jordan Thaler as assistant director. Jun Sasamura is the musical director, along with Andrew Wang as wonka9 assistant musical director. Mara Goldstein is the choreographer and Rachel Shore is the stage manager. Steve Bogardus has provided the play with his invaluable expertise along with Senior Class Advisors, Jose Lamela and Jennifer Wagner. Whether you are a parent of a Scarsdale senior, a fellow student, or just someone looking to enjoy a great musical; attending the Senior Class Play is a way to show your support for members of the senior class and all they accomplished over the years. Much time and effort has been put into the production and the senior class appreciates all support as it seeks to bid farewell to Scarsdale in style.