If you have watched Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, then you probably know the whimsical factory, wherein everything is edible, is truly every child’s dream. What if we told you that the magical story is unfolding live on stage in Abu Dhabi? That’s because it’s true! The magical story is making its regional debut in Abu Dhabi. Yes, Charlie And The Chocolate Factory is coming to Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena, and we’re here to tell you all about this.
Charlie And The Chocolate Factory Debuts In Abu Dhabi
Get ready chocolate lovers, as Charlie And The Chocolate Factory is finally making its regional debut in Abu Dhabi. This musical will take place from August 28th to September 6th, 2026. With the story featuring Oompa Loopas, Charlie Bucket, Grandpa Joe, and of course, the man himself, Willy Wonka, are going to set the stage alight with their musical performance.
More About The Story
For those who need a little brushing up on the memory, this is Roald Dahl’s classic childhood novel, and it features iconic songs from the movie, which was released in 1971. Starring Gene Wilder, the tickets are already on sale and start at AED130. So, as the brilliant performers on stage sing songs like ‘I’ve Got A Golden Ticket,’ ‘The Candy Man’ and more, you might want to sing along as well.
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The Tickets Are Now On Sale
In case you’re wondering about the musical, it first made its debut on Broadway in 2017. This is a musical rendition of Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, and it has already run over 300 performances. The world is taking the production from Asia to the Middle East and India. It’s also making stops in major cities besides Abu Dhabi, such as Manila, Shanghai, and Singapore.
With the show promising a jaw-dropping production, you might want to book your tickets ASAP before they are all sold out. So, go ahead and let your buddies know about this upcoming show. After all, you might want to watch this along with fellow chocolate lovers to truly appreciate the production.
Where: Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi
When: August 28th to September 6th, 2026
Cover Image Courtesy: Instagram/charlieglobaltour
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