BTTC to present summer musical “Willy Wonka” starting July 14

Broke Thespian’s Theatre Company will present its second-annual free musical performance in the park with Roald Dahl’s children’s classic, “Willy Wonka” taking place on July 14, 15, 21-23, 28 and 29 at 7:30 p.m. at the San Marcos Plaza Park outdoor stage.

Roald Dahl’s “Willy Wonka” follows the adventures of a young boy named Charlie Bucket as he wins a golden ticket to tour the mysterious chocolate factory of the enigmatic, eccentric Willy Wonka. Packed with familiar songs like “Pure Imagination” and “The Candy Man,” this musical will be a fun summer event for the whole family.

“The cast and crew includes 50 members of the San Marcos community of all ages, experiences, and various backgrounds,” said Tommie Jackson, Director and BTTC Vice President and Treasurer. “It’s beautiful seeing members of the community with these varying backgrounds coming together for one common goal.”

“'We're thrilled to bring this sweet and fun-filled production to the San Marcos community,” Mitchell Oden, Technical Director and BTTC President. “This show is all about the magic of imagination, and we can't wait to share that sense of wonder with our San ‘Marvelous’ Marcos audience.'

Admission to the Willy Wonka musical is free. There will be photo opportunities, concessions and a raffle available. Audience members can even win a “Golden Ticket” season pass for their 2024 season hidden in one of the chocolate bars. Only one winner per performance.

Broke Thespian’s Theatre Company is a non-profit organization founded in 2019 dedicated to enriching the San Marcos community with performance and visual arts. Visit the website at brokethespianstheatrecompany. org/