Brian Yorkey (Co-Bookwriter/Co-Lyricist) has written and directed musicals, plays, and revues. Writing credits include the musicals Funny Pages, The Lion Game, Devil In A Light Blue Dress, and a new version of Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, along with the plays Charlie And Me, Friendly Fire, An Apple, The Universe, And Mrs.Fintz, and Leaders,. and the independent film Following Oliver Fulton. Directing credits include Anything Goes, That Time Of The Year, Eating The Breakfast Club, You're A Good Man Charlie Brown, Senior Portrait, and Gypsy.