Oliver!
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Oliver! is a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic novel Oliver Twist.
Synopsis
The story revolves around Oliver Twist, an orphan who runs away from a workhouse and meets a group of boys trained to be pickpockets by an elderly mentor, Fagin.
Set in Victorian London, the musical portrays Oliver’s quest for a loving family against the backdrop of a life filled with colourful but dangerous characters.
The show features iconic songs and a compelling story of struggle and resilience, highlighting themes of poverty, social injustice, and the search for belonging.
About the show
- Written by: Lionel Bart
- Premiered: 1960
- Genres & themes: 1960s, Adaptation, Drama, Family, Musical Theatre, Two Act
- Setting: 1830s, England, London
Songs from Oliver!
- Food, Glorious Food
- Oliver!
- I Shall Scream
- Boy for Sale
- That’s Your Funeral
- Where is Love?
- Consider Yourself
- You’ve Got to Pick a Pocket or Two
- It’s a Fine Life
- I’d Do Anything
- Be Back Soon
- Oom-Pah-Pah
- My Name
- As Long as He Needs Me
- Who Will Buy?
- Reviewing the Situation
- Finale