Maryland Nightlife Reviews by Downtown Diane Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

MarylandNightLife.com

2003

Maryland Nightlife Reviews by Downtown Diane

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory www.baltimoretheatre.org
Review By: Downtown Diane

The Baltimore Children's Theatre presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, an absolutely "delicious" way to spend an afternoon. I had the chance to see the opening performance and it was adorable. Mark Andrew Beachy, Producer/Director, did a fabulous job with the cast. The children are funny and perfectly cast. The adults are just as fun to watch. Willy Wonka (Ed Higgins) is charming as Wonka and the "Candy Man," his songs are sure to bring a smile to your face. Charlie (Ryan Patrick) and Grandpa Joe (Fred Grant) are a convincing pair, they work well together. Augustus Gloop (Scott AuCoin) and his Mom, Mrs. Gloop (Anita Lane) are extremely entertaining. The audience joined in on several songs, singing and clapping and enjoying the candy kisses passed out throughout the show. In addition, I want to give credit to the Oompa-Loompas, they were very cute and helped make the show a success. Don't miss this "sweet" production, perfect for the entire family.
Call 410-203-1757 for times and dates. Runs at The Slayton House in Columbia then moves on to The Baltimore Museum of Art.