‘Wonka’ on stage tonight at Campbell
Published 2:42 pm Friday, November 17, 2017
The Candy Man, played by Lillian Sands, passes out treats to the children in Charlie’s town during the Strode Station production of “Willy Wonka Kids.” (Photos by Seth Littrell)
Grandma Georgina, Grandma Josephina and Grandpa Joe, played by Jenna Rogers, Jarelin Escalante and Landon Belcher, rest in bed while Charlie gets ready for school.
More than 80 Strode Station Elementary students gathered Wednesday evening to rehearse the school’s production of “Willy Wonka Kids.” The story follows five children who find golden tickets granting them entrance into the Wonka’s candy factory.
In addition to the cast of 80, teacher and director Laura Wilson said a team of 50 students worked with art teacher Christian Holladay to make the sets for the play.
The show had its public debut Thursday and another show is planned for 7 p.m. today at the Robert D. Campbell Junior High School auditorium. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students and may be purchased by calling 745-3915.
