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Highcrest Broadway Performers (5th-6th Grade) Fridays | 3:45-5:45PM at Highcrest Middle School February 6th- May 1st, 2026 | No class 3/27, 4/3 Final Performance: Friday, May 8th The delicious adventures of Willy Wonka's magical chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. Featuring the beloved songs from the 1971 film classic such as “The Candy Man,” “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” and “Pure Imagination,” along with a delightful array of new songs, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical treat for audiences of all ages. Follow the enigmatic candy maker Willy Wonka as he announces a mysterious contest: five golden tickets hidden inside his famous candy bars will grant access to a once-in-a-lifetime tour of his top-secret chocolate factory. The winners? Four wildly eccentric children—Augustus Gloop, Veruca Salt, Violet Beauregarde, and Mike Teavee—and one kind-hearted boy, Charlie Bucket, who brings along his wise and loving Grandpa Joe. As the factory tour begins, the children encounter a world of pure imagination and edible delights. But when the winners ignore Mr. Wonka’s rules, they face the whimsical and sometimes wacky consequences, delivered by the singing and dancing Oompa Loompas. Skyline's Broadway Performers is a no-cut program designed for middle school actors. Performers will be challenged by a professional teaching artist, and level up by learning advanced performance skills such as solo vocal technique, sophisticated character development, complex blocking, and challenging musical theatre choreography. From the moment auditions kick off on the first day, Performers feel the rush of anticipation as they showcase their talents. Every actor who participates is assigned a named role, and receives a script and rehearsal materials. Families will receive detailed instructions on how to assemble an original costume, adding the perfect finishing touch to the show. The final performance is a unique celebration of talent and teamwork that creates a core memory for actors and families alike.