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Updated Post: October 28, 2025

Both the Gobstoppers and Fizzy Lifting casts were absolutely amazing! All students did a wonderful job! Bravo!

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Photo collage of students performing in the Willy Wonka Jr play.Willy Wonka Jr Performance at Spotlight Theatre. Image of golden ticket and Willy Wonka Jr logo. Photo collage of students performing in the Willy Wonka Jr play.Photo collage of students performing in the Willy Wonka Jr play.Photo collage of students performing in the Willy Wonka Jr play.Photo collage of students performing in the Willy Wonka Jr play.Photo collage of students performing in the Willy Wonka Jr play.


Updated Post: October 14, 2025

Tickets for Willy Wonka Jr are on sale! Go to Spotlight's website for tickets!

Spotlight Performing Arts Center - Willy Wonka Jr Tickets

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Original Post: September 2, 2025

Students in third through sixth grade have the opportunity to be in the PTA-sponsored school musical: Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka Jr. There will be a parent meeting at Taylor Elementary in the gym on Wednesday, September 3 at 3:45 pm. Auditions, rehearsals, and performances will be at Spotlight Performing Arts Center (54 East Pages Lane, Centerville).

Register now with Spotlight Performing Arts: Taylor Elementary, Willy Wonka Jr. Auditions will be held on Friday, September 5. A link for audition sign-ups will be sent to you after you register. Auditions are not required to be in the show and are only necessary if your child would like to be considered for a speaking part or lead role.

Parent Meeting: September 3 at Taylor Elementary at 3:45 pm

Auditions: September 5 at Spotlight

Rehearsals: M/T/W/F beginning on September 8 at Spotlight from 7:30-8:35 am

Tech Week: October 20-23 at Spotlight from 4:00-8:00 pm

Performances: for students during school day on October 23 and 24; for families after school hours on October 24, 25, 27

For more information, contact Amy Plummer (amyp@spotlightct.org).