Oliver!

Synopsis

Dickens' Victorian story of a boy in a London workhouse and his adventures on the way to his family. Lionel Bart's most successful musical contains some of the great villains of all time including Fagin and Bill Sykes. The songs include "Food glorious food", "You Got to Pick a Pocket or Two", "Who will buy this wonderful morning", "I am reviewing the situation" and "Consider yourself at Home".

Our Review:

Veronica Crowley - 3 May 2012

Lionel Bart’s musical Oliver is now over 50 years old, and Sir Cameron Mackintosh’s revival brings this classic piece back to the stage with all the nostalgic enthusiasm it so richly deserves.

This brilliant piece of writing has rarely been bettered and is a perfect example of Dickensian life and language. The score, a masterpiece of light and shade, directed vibrantly by Toby Higgins, complements the lyrics, and the whole mesmerises the rapt audience from start to finish.

Brian Conley, a versatile and consummate performer, excels in the role of Fagin with every detail of his character defined to perfection. His ‘I’m reviewing the situation’ is beautifully constructed and delivered, and the audience responds to his pathos and comic touches.

Cat Simmons as Nancy shines with poignant sadness exemplified by her haunting, yet powerful delivery of the classic ‘As Long As He Needs Me’. Her enduring loy...

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Latest User Review

Jill Ashburn - 30 October 2012:

Went to see it at the Theatre Royal Newcastle .It was outstanding, for me the children made the show.But Brian Conley as Fagin was wonderful and I enjoyed the comedy he brought to the role.Its a show not to be missed....

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