"Willy Wonka JR." begins in the magical chocolate factory of Willy Wonka, the greatest candy maker of all time. Facing retirement, Wonka searches for a successor. The impoverished Charlie Bucket dreams of winning a Golden Ticket hidden in Wonka's chocolate bars. Augustus Gloop, Veruca Salt, Violet Beauregarde, and Mike Teavee find the first four tickets. Charlie's family encourages him to "think positive," but when he doesn't find a ticket on his birthday, they offer a final candy bar with no success.

Two weeks later, Charlie finds the last Golden Ticket and chooses Grandpa Joe as his companion. The duo joins the factory tour, witnessing misadventures as other ticket winners succumb to temptation and disobedience. In the end, Charlie, despite a momentary lapse in following rules, proves his character to Wonka. The real prize isn't a lifetime supply of chocolate but the ownership of the factory. Charlie becomes Wonka's heir, concluding the story with a joyful "Finale."

Ticket Prices:

Online
Adult: $18
Child (17 & under): $13
Senior Citizen: $13
 

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Adult: $20
Child (17 & under): $15
Senior Citizen: $15

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