As previously reported, the world premiere musical features a score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman and a book by David Greig, based on the Roald Dahl story.

The production will feature set and costume designs by Mark Thompson and choreography by Peter Darling.

Hodge won Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for his starring performance in La Cage Aux Folles. He is also a four time Olivier-nominated actor/director, who has worked at the National Theatre, the RSC, Shakespeare's Globe and the Royal Court Theatre.

Tickets fo rCharlie and the Chocolate Factory go on public sale Monday, October 15. For more information, click here.