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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory review

“Sumptuous-looking revival”
ReviewsNov 28, 2022by Chris BartlettLeeds Playhouse
Gareth Snook and Kayleen Nguema in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Leeds Playhouse. Photo: Johan Persson
Gareth Snook and Kayleen Nguema in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Leeds Playhouse. Photo: Johan Persson
Spectacular musical revival that successfully captures the dark centre of Roald Dahl’s enduring tale

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