THE Chitty Chitty Bang Bang musical at Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre is a beloved musical based on the 1968 film which was itself adapted from Ian Fleming’s novel.

With music and lyrics by the Sherman Brothers and a script by Jeremy Sams, this production is a joyful burst of theatre magic that has the audience hooked from the first note.

Few musicals capture the whimsy and adventure of childhood quite like Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

A tale of imagination, resilience, and the boundless magic of invention, this production is a spectacle that delights audiences of all ages.

The heart warming story follows eccentric inventor Caractacus Potts, played by Ore Oduba who blended warmth and charm throughout his character with his two lively children Jeremy and Jemima who are definitely up and coming stars in the making.

The lovely Truly Scrumptious brought likeability and an outstanding voice to her role. They take their iconic flying car on a fantastical journey to defeat the villainous Baron Bomburst of Vulgaria.

Picture: Bournemouth Pavilion

One of the musical’s greatest strengths was the score and choreography, with precision adding depth to the production and really upping the wow factor to the ensemble numbers.

The score had the crowd clapping to the best songs like “Hushabye Mountain” and “Me Ol’ Bamboo” while the title song remains one of the most recognizable anthems in musical theatre. What a blast!

Adam Stafford as Grandpa Potts delivers plenty of laughs and again another very likable character in the show.

The Vulgarians Boris played by Callum Train and Goran are a hilarious clumsy duo act in every scene they were in.

With over the top acting they had the audience in raptures of laughter as well as the Baron played by Hadrian Delacey and Baroness who were totally bonkers with their wild shenanigans and outstanding comedy humour, just perfect!

The Child Catcher played by Charlie Brooks add layers of suspense, with her wickedness and creepy performance, she had the audience booing at her whilst twirling around the stage with her child-sniffing schnoz.

It was such a delight to see this production, it’s the perfect opportunity to gather with loved ones and make some wonderful memories together.

Bournemouth Pavilion – Wednesday 19 to Sunday March 23.

By Jane Toomer.