NEW DATES ANNOUNCED for Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in Abu Dhabi

The new dates for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in Abu Dhabi have been announced as 14-23 May 2027

Abu Dhabi is about to get a whole lot sweeter. Roald Dahl’s much-loved Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is making its Middle East debut at Etihad Arena, running from 14-23 May 2027.

Fresh from a sold-out run in Shanghai and as part of its global tour, the blockbuster musical brings Willy Wonka’s wildly imaginative world to life with jaw-dropping sets, clever illusions and all the nostalgia-inducing songs you grew up with. Expect chocolate rivers, nut-loving squirrels, mischievous Oompa-Loompas and a whole lot of “Pure Imagination”.

Based on Dahl’s iconic novel, the stage production follows young Charlie Bucket as he unwraps a golden ticket that changes his life forever. Alongside classic numbers from the 1971 film like The Candy Man and I’ve Got a Golden Ticket, the show also features original music by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (the duo behind Hairspray and Mary Poppins Returns).

This touring production is known for its high-tech stagecraft, including cutting-edge 3D hologauze effects and theatrical “wizardry” created by Las Vegas illusion designer Tim Clothier - making it a proper spectacle for kids, adults and anyone who still secretly wants to live in a chocolate factory.

The production will arrive in the capital via Proactiv Entertainment, in partnership with Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi and Miral, continuing Abu Dhabi’s run of major family-friendly shows and global theatre productions.

What: Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (The Musical)

Where: Etihad Arena, Yas Island

14-23 May 2027

On sale: Now

Prices: from AED 160

Book via: etihadarena.ae and platinumlist.net