A cheer for Wonka and his chocolatiers

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GEORGE NEWS & VIDEO & GALLERY - Theatre patrons still have a chance this week to witness Roald Dahl's wacky Willy Wonka and his cute Oompa Loompas on stage at the George Arts Theatre.

The musical Memoirs of a Chocolate Factory is currently running in its second week, with evening shows at 19:00 from Wednesday 5 March until Saturday 8 March.
A matinee is also available at 14:00 on Saturday.

For this production, the Arts Theatre's interior is transformed with colourful decor and a truly inspiring sweetie stall for the 20-minute interval.

PHOTO GALLERY - Memoirs of a Chocolate Factory at George Arts Theatre

Producer Jeanne Harito made the story of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory her own, with plenty of sassy songs and dance moves for the younger generations.

Tickets cost R120 (members R100) and are available through Computicket.

VIDEO - Opening night: Memoirs of a Chocolate Factory!

Kylie Kruger (10, left) and Mia Hayden (9) with Karen du Plessis (back left) and Penny Smook. The two youngsters were very excited to be photographed by George Herald. Photo: Michelle Pienaar