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Beverley Knight among guests at Charlie and the Chocolate Factory's first birthday party

The show directed by Sam Mendes celebrated one year at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane last night

Ben Hewis
London London's West End

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory opened at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane on May 26 2013 and yesterday celebrated it's first year at the venue with a special gala performance.

The show, adapted from Roald Dahl's classic children's story, currently stars Alex Jennings in the role of Willy Wonka.

Here's some of our favourite pics from last night, scroll down for Dan Wooller's full gallery.

Alex Jennings checks out the view from the posh seats

And introduces his mini-me (Jake Poolman who plays Charlie Bucket)

Clive Carter (Mr Salt) wins the gurning competition

Billy Boyle (Grandpa Joe) asks where all the chocolate has gone

All the Charlies

Beverley Knight and her Willy

Check out the full gallery from Dan Wooller for WhatsOnStage