Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR.

Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. - November 15 - November 17, 2024

Inspire Studios

Who's Who

Evan Larsen

as Willy Wonka

Evan Larsen is a sophomore at Davidson where he is a tenor in Chorale, part of the Musical Theater program, and a member of Tri-M. This is Evan’s 15th show and 6th with Inspire. He has performed with Davidson, Augusta Players, MTW, and as a guest for various other organizations. He has some big auditions coming up and a bright future ahead of him! We are very proud of him!
Alice Vile

as Charlie Bucket

Alice is an 8th grader who enjoys the performing and visual arts. She is thrilled to be playing Charlie in this version of the classic tale of Wonka and his chocolate factory, as Roald Dahl is one of her favorite authors. This will be Alice's 7th production with Inspire Studios, and she is very grateful to be a part of such an amazing group. Inspire is her favorite place!
Ellis White

as Grandpa Joe

Ellis, a senior, is ecstatic to be Grandpa Joe in Willy Wonka Jr. He has many interests including football, music and chess. Ellis has done many musicals, including 4 with Inspire before this one. His most notable roles have been Aladdin in Aladdin and Lumiere in Beauty and the Beast. Ellis would like to thank his entire family for providing for him and cheering him on.
Mason Direnzo

as Augustus Gloop

Mason is 18 years old and is a junior at Augusta Christian. This is his 6th show with Inspire. Other shows Mason has done with Inspire include Lion King, Beauty & the Beast, and Wizard of Oz. He is looking forward to Newsies in the spring with ACS. Mason would like to thank Ms. Erika and everyone at Inspire for their time and effort helping him find his love for theatre.
Lila Upton

as Mrs. Gloop

This is Lila’s 5th performance with INSPIRE. Lila began acting with the Missoula Children’sTheatre. Lila has been a part of Annie Jr., Aladdin Jr., The Wizard of Oz, as the Wicked Witch and most recently, Donkey, in Shrek Jr. Lila is a lover of books, musicals, and writer of stories. She would like to thank her family, friends, and theatre coaches for all of their support!