A world of pure imagination

With its unique characters and iconic tunes, the 1971 film version of “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” continues to be beloved as one of the memorable musical films around.

Thanks to a local youth theater troupe, local residents and visitors will be able to experience some of the classic's best moments live and on stage.

The Auburn Players Youth Theater will present this weekend “Willy Wonka Junior,” a stage adaptation of the Roald Dahl novel featuring music from the film starring Gene Wilder.