Oliver!: The Musical at Gielgud Theatre

Oliver! The Musical Returns to London’s West End 🎭✨

📅 Performance Dates: 14 December 2024 – 29 March 2026
📍 Venue: Gielgud Theatre, London
⏳ Run Time: To Be Confirmed (Includes interval)
🎟 Age Guidance: Children under 3 will not be admitted. Those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Glorious News! Oliver! is Back!

After enchanting audiences for decades, Lionel Bart’s Oliver! returns to the West End in a brand-new production at London’s Gielgud Theatre. Based on Charles Dickens’ beloved novel, this timeless musical tells the tale of a young orphan’s journey of resilience, friendship, and hope in the streets of Victorian London.

With heartwarming melodies, thrilling adventure, and unforgettable characters, Oliver! remains one of Britain’s most cherished musicals.

🎭 The Story
Born into poverty and misfortune, Oliver Twist escapes the harsh life of a workhouse and ventures into the bustling streets of London. There, he meets the mischievous Artful Dodger, the cunning Fagin, the warm-hearted Nancy, and the terrifying Bill Sikes. As Oliver navigates a world of danger and deception, he seeks love, belonging, and a place to call home.

🎶 Featuring Classic Songs Like:
🍽 Food, Glorious Food
🫂 Consider Yourself
👜 You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two
❤️ As Long As He Needs Me
🎭 I’d Do Anything
🥂 Oom-Pah-Pah
... and many more!

Why You Can’t Miss Oliver!

🏆 First British musical to be a Broadway hit, winning 3 Tony Awards with a 774-performance run!
🎭 Critically acclaimed in the UK, with 8 Olivier Award nominations across its original run and revivals.
📮 One of the only British musicals to be featured on a Royal Mail stamp—a true national treasure!
🎶 Timeless score & heartwarming story—perfect for fans of all ages!
💃 Directed & choreographed by Matthew Bourne, one of the most visionary theatre makers of our time!

Meet the 2024 London Cast

🧥 Fagin – Simon Lipkin
🎤 Nancy – Shanay Holmes
🔪 Bill Sikes – Aaron Sidwell
🧢 Artful Dodger – Billy Jenkins
👴 Mr. Brownlow – Philip Franks

🎬 Creative Team:
🎭 Director & Choreographer: Matthew Bourne (Swan Lake, Mary Poppins)
🎭 Co-Director: Jean-Pierre van der Spuy
🎨 Designer: Lez Brotherston
💡 Lighting Designers: Paule Constable & Ben Jacobs
🎧 Sound Designer: Adam Fisher
📽 Video Designer: George Reeve
🎼 Orchestrations: William David Brohn
📝 Adaptation: Stephen Metcalfe
🎶 Musical Supervisor: Graham Hurman

Fun Facts & Oliver!’s Legacy

🎭 Oliver! was the first British musical to achieve massive success on Broadway, paving the way for future UK hits.
🎬 The 1968 film adaptation of Oliver! won 6 Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
👑 Oliver! is one of just eight UK musicals to be honored with its own Royal Mail stamp!
🌟 Famous actors like Mark Lester, Rowan Atkinson, Ron Moody, and Jonathan Pryce have played iconic roles in past productions.

Get Your Oliver! The Musical Tickets Today! 🎟

Whether you’re revisiting this beloved classic or introducing it to a new generation, Oliver! promises an unforgettable theatrical experience.