Wonka Jr. Tickets to go on sale June 14

Tickets for the 2018 production, "Willy Wonka Jr." will go on sale Thursday, June 14, at 10:00 AM.

Shows will be July 13-15 and July 20-22.  Friday and Saturday performances will be at 7:00 PM; Sunday shows start at 2:00 PM.

Tickets can be purchased online by CLICKING HERE.

Tickets can also be purchased in person at Kiel High School in the commons area Monday through Thursday evenings between 5 and 8 PM.  In-person ticket purchases may be paid for with cash or check.

Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for children (Age 12 and under)

If you have any questions about ticket orders, please contact Lisa at 920-980-7100.

The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka's mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl's fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film starring Gene Wilder in addition to a host of fun new songs, Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone's sweet tooth.

Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats, but the fifth is a likeable young lad named Charlie Bucket, who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka's rules in the factory – or suffer the consequences.

Come join our 70+ performers and watch Roald Dahl's timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir is a golden ticket to adventure. Click the "Get Tickets" button and get your tickets today!

Meet our 2018 Production Staff!

We're so excited to have assembled a talented and experienced production staff for our 2018 show, "Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka Jr." Here's a look at our crew that will be leading the way this coming summer...

Director - Heather Winter

We are very excited to have Heather back with us again for another KAYT production this summer as our director!  Heather is a graduate of New Holstein High School and recently relocated back to the area after living in Minneapolis and Chicago. She holds a Musical Theater Bachelor of Fine Arts from Rockford College and has experience working with children in the arts with such companies as the YMCA, Northern Lights Playhouse, CLIMB theatre, and more. In Minneapolis & Chicago, Heather performed as an actress, singer, and director for the past 17 years. She was the KAYT Production Stage Manager last year, and is now leading us as our director for the 2018 show. Heather has one son, a second grader at Zielanis; her husband, Jason, works at Kohler Co.

Welcome back Heather!  We're glad to have you!

Music Director - Christine Clements 

We are thrilled to welcome back Christine Clements as our music director!  She has been an elementary music specialist for over 14 years. She graduated from Lakeland College in 2003 with a triple degree in General, Choral, and Instrumental Music Education grades kindergarten through high school. Christine has also completed some graduate work through Silver Lake College in their Kodaly Program and hopes to complete her Masters in Music or Ethnomusicology.

Mrs. Clements first began her involvement in theatre and music in high school, participating in musicals as well as joining the Kiel Municipal band. While in college, she continued participating in theatre productions alongside her music studies. She acted played roles in some plays, but also really enjoyed backstage roles.

Besides teaching music at Zielanis Elementary School, Christine enjoys being involved in many areas of the community including Kiel Municipal Band, Kiel Area Youth Theatre, and Girls Ministries at her church. She also enjoys being a mom and helping her husband home-school their three children. In her free time, Christine enjoys reading, walking, swimming, biking, and baking. Above all else, Christine loves working with children. She finds their excitement and energy most contagious!

We're so glad to have you back with the KAYT again Christine!

Choreographer - Jessica Schrage

We are happy to have Jess back for her third KAYT production as our choreographer!  Jess and her husband have 3 kids.  Jess is a registered dietitian nutritionist, working casually at this time. Most of the time Jess much enjoys being home with their youngest munchkin. Aside from spending precious time with her family, Jess is still an active performer herself, having performed in various music revues and musicals since her college days, as well as assisting choreograph on occasion. Jess was most recently music director and choreographer for the KAYT children who performed with the Pankratz Arts Exchange for their Christmas production in December of 2017.  

Welcome back Jess!  We are so glad you're with us for another summer!

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to this talented crew as we look forward to our 2018 production!

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