Oliver! London Tickets
Glorious news! Lionel Bart’s iconic Oliver musical is now playing at London’s Gielgud Theatre. This legendary production of Oliver the musical has captured hearts for decades, and now theatre fans can once again enjoy the unforgettable story live on stage. Whether you’re visiting with family or coming with a gang of friends, booking group seats makes it even better - save money without needing to pick a pocket or two. Book your official Oliver! London tickets now for the best seats in the house.
What is Oliver! About?
A beloved gem among British theatre, the Oliver musical follows a young orphan who overcomes mistreatment, deception, and abduction to make a better life for himself and his new-found friends. Adapted from Charles Dickens’ ever-popular novel, Oliver the musical features some of theatre’s most loved songs, including “Food Glorious Food,” “Consider Yourself,” “You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two,” “I’d Do Anything,” “Oom Pah Pah,” and the heartbreaking “As Long As He Needs Me.”
Born into poverty and misfortune, Oliver Twist escapes the harsh conditions of a workhouse and ventures into the streets of London. Along the way, he meets the Artful Dodger, the villainous Fagin, the kind-hearted Nancy, and the menacing Bill Sikes. As Oliver navigates a world filled with danger and deception, the Oliver musical London brings his story to life with dazzling choreography, unforgettable songs, and timeless emotion.
Facts and Critical Acclaim
- Oliver the musical was the first British-composed show to become a major Broadway hit. Opening in 1963, it won three Tony Awards and ran for 774 performances.
- In the UK, Oliver musical London productions have enjoyed equal success, with the original run and later revivals receiving eight Olivier Award nominations.
- Oliver the musical is so iconic that it was even featured on an official Royal Mail stamp, cementing its place in British culture.
Oliver! Cast
- Fagin – Simon Lipkin
- Nancy – Shanay Holmes
- Bill Sikes – Aaron Sidwell
- Artful Dodger – Billy Jenkins
- Mr Bumble – Oscar Conlon-Morrey
- Widow Corney - Katy Secombe
- Oliver - William Barker, Sebastian Elton, Isaac Nelson, Odo Rowntree-Bailly
Oliver! Creatives
- Director & Choreographer – Matthew Bourne
- 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
- Adapted by – Stephen Metcalfe
- Musical Supervisor – Graham Hurman