Oliver!: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Oliver! follows the journey of an orphaned boy named Oliver Twist. After escaping from a workhouse and meeting a group of juvenile criminals led by the cunning Fagin, Oliver becomes entangled in a world of theft and mischief. However, his inherent goodness and innocence make him an unlikely protagonist in this dark setting. As he navigates the challenges of the criminal underworld and encounters memorable characters like the Artful Dodger and the sinister Bill Sikes, Oliver’s tale weaves a narrative of resilience, friendship, and the pursuit of a better life.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1960)
Cast Size: 20+
Genre: Drama
Setting: 1800s / England (London)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Book: Lionel Bart
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1963)➝
Links
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Licensing: Music Theatre International➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1960s, Based on a Book, Child Roles, Classic, Dramatic, Family-Friendly, Food, One-Word, Popular
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