Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (musical) and Shaiman. The production was directed by Sam Mendes, with choreography by Peter Darling, accompanied with the assistance Brandon Duncan, set design by Mark Thompson and lighting design by Paul Pyant. The show presents a more contemporary version of the original story. During previews, many changes took place, with the greatest change being the addition of the Great Glass Elevator. "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" was scheduled to begin previews on 17 May 2013, at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London, before holding its official opening night on 25 June 2013. The show was originally scheduled to open at the
Caro Newling bought by All 3 Media. At Neal Street Productions, Newling has produced a number of theatrical productions in London’s West End and on Broadway including the West End transfer of This House (2017), Shrek The Musical (2011), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2013) and The Ferryman (2017). Shrek The Musical now enjoys its second UK tour, with Laura Main (Call the Midwife) playing Princess Fiona, whilst Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is currently touring the US, both finishing in January 2019. On behalf of Neal Street Productions, Newling was co-producer of the award-winning play "The Ferryman," written by Jez Butterworth