IF you’re a fan of musical theatre and all things four wheeled then you are in for a treat at Venue Cymru.

This week Llandudno belatedly welcomed the much-loved family musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

And by the end of this fun-fuelled two-hour show you will believe a car can fly.

This brand-new production of this family favourite directed by Thom Southerland is based on Ian Flemings timeless story for children later made into the famous 1968 film with the help of author Roald Dahl and bursting with unforgettable songs from legendary writers the Sherman Brothers including the Academy Award nominated title song, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

In it we meet absent-minded inventor, widower and father-of-two Caractacus Potts. who purchases and restores the broken-down racing car following pleas from his children Jeremy and Jemima.

Soon the family, joined by the delectable Truly Scrumptious and loveable Grandpa Potts, discover the car has magical powers which the rulers of fictional European rogue nation, Vulgaria, and its hapless agents are keen to learn.

Hit West End star Adam Garcia (Wicked, Kiss Me Kate and Coyote Ugly) was charming as Caractacus Potts.

His warm performance and tender vocals, particularly on You two and Hushabye Mountain, were highlights.

Emmerdale star Liam Fox was outstanding as Grandpa Potts.

His energetic, lively and playful performance and ‘rockney’ singing style on the like of was something of a revelation, and a world away from his soap character portrayal.

Ellie Nunn was delightful as Truly Scrumptious. Her gentle while at the same time forthright portrayal of our heroine was spot on and her singing on the songs Truly Scrumptious and Doll on a music box were divine.

Charlie Brooks was tremendously terrifying as the Childcatcher.

Her introduction as the show’s archetypal villain with striking costume and contorted movements proved memorable.

It was clear the Eastenders legend was enjoying herself, revelling in the pantomime-level volume of boos and screams of displeasure.

John Macaulay gave a kind-hearted performance as The Toymaker while outstanding comedic performances came from Martin Callaghan as Baron Bomburst and Jenny Gayner as the Baroness.

Their delightfully, silly and saucy take on the characters provided plenty of laughs for both young and old.

The same could be said for Adam Stafford as Boris, Michael Joseph as Goran as the hapless agents charged with capturing Chitty.

Their mix of wordplay, surreal, farce and slapstick humour was outstanding and was responsible for much of the show’s side splitting moments.

Away from the actors’ performances and in my opinion responsible for elevating this show to another level was the show’s musical direction and flowing and precise choreography particularly on the Me Ol’ Bam Boo segment, courtesy of Karen Bruce (Strictly Come Dancing, The Bodyguard).

Costume design, including revealing outfits and neon-popping Carmen Miranda-esque headgear both worn by the Baroness are also worthy of a mention together with the show’s technical staging.

The sight of Chitty suspended in the air is one that will endure.

This accomplished feat which I am none the wiser as to how was achieved, drew the desired gasps from young audience members and captivated older fans.

Do yourself a favour - put the pedal to the metal to catch this breath-taking version of a classic musical before it is gone.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is on until Sunday August 18. For tickets contact the Venue Cymru Box Office.