Oliver! Tickets
About Oliver!
See Lionel Bart’s Tony and Olivier winning musical, Oliver!, in the new and exciting revival reconceived by Cameron Mackintosh and director and choreographer Sir Matthew Bourne. Book Oliver! tickets on TodayTix.
Oliver! in London has an exceptional cast, including Aaron Sidwell (EastEnders, Wicked) as Bill Sikes, Simon Lipkin (Guys and Dolls, The Beaker Girls) as Fagin, and Shanay Holmes (Rent, The Bridges of Madison County) as Nancy.
The masterful ensemble tells the classic story of young orphan, Oliver Twist, living on the streets of London in the 1830s. He struggles to survive and joins a gang of young pickpockets as he seeks what he desperately desires: a family and a home.
Access performances
Audio described: Sat 26 April 2025, 2:30pm
Run time
2hr 40min. Incl. interval.
Start date
14th December, 2024
End date
28th September, 2025
Venue
Age
Everyone must have their own ticket. Under 16s must be accompanied by and sat next to a ticketholder who is 18+. Under 3s will not be admitted.
Oliver! cast and creative team
Songs by: Lionel Bart
Director: Matthew Bourne
Choreography: Matthew Bourne
Cast list: Simon Lipkin, Shanay Holmes, Aaron Sidwell, Philip Franks
Venue
Directions
Location: West End
Railway station: Charing Cross
Bus numbers: (Shaftesbury Avenue) 12, 14, 19, 38; (Regent Street) 6, 13, 15, 23, 88, 94, 139, 159, 453
Night bus numbers: (Shaftesbury Avenue) 14, N19, N38; (Regent Street) 6, 12, 23, 88, 94, 139, 159, 453, N3, N13, N15, N109, N18, N136
Car park: Brewer Street (3mins)
Directions from tube: (3mins) Take Shaftesbury Avenue along the side where the famous illuminated signs are. The theatre will be on your left about 100 metres along.
More information about Oliver!
Oliver! is based on the 1838 novel, Oliver Twist, by Charles Dickens. The musical by Lionel Bart first premiered in 1960 and was an instant success, running for 2,618 performances in the West End. Since then, the musical has had numerous award-winning revivals, including earning an Olivier Award in 1997 and three Olivier Award nominations in 2010.
It’s no wonder that Oliver! has been an audience favourite through the decades. The musical has a gripping story that explores many resonant themes, including good vs. evil, friendship, and the relationship between poverty and crime. Additionally, the show boasts an exciting score with hits such as You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two, Oom Pah Pah, and Food Glorious Food.
This revival of Oliver! has an incredible creative team, including Olivier-winning producer Cameron Mackintosh (Les Misérables), 13-time Olivier Award winning director and choreographer Matthew Bourne (The Red Shoes, Mary Poppins), and Tony and Olivier Award winning designer Lez Brotherston (Swan Lake, Cinderella).
What to watch for
- Oliver! was adapted into a hit film in 1968. It was nominated for 12 Academy Awards and won six, including Best Picture and Best Director.
- The BBC created a reality talent show in 2008 called I'd Do Anything to find an actress to play Nancy and three actors to play Oliver. Jodie Prenger won the role of Nancy, and Gwion Jones, Harry Stott, and Laurence Jeffcoate won the role of Oliver.
- Oliver! is a musical told through the viewpoint of a child, so even though crimes are committed throughout the show, there is still a bit of playful innocence to the plot.
- Lionel Bart, who wrote the musical book and songs, couldn't read or write music. However, he didn't let that stop him as he worked with composer Eric Rogers; Bart hummed the songs, and Rogers transcribed the music.
Frequently asked questions
What is Oliver! about?
The Tony and Olivier Award winning musical Oliver!, which tells the tale of young orphaned Oliver Twist trying to survive in 1830s London, returns to the West End.
What is the running time of Oliver!?
Oliver! runs for 2hr 40min. Incl. interval.
How do you get tickets for Oliver!?
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Which theatre is Oliver! at?
Oliver! is at London's Gielgud Theatre, which is located at 35-37 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 6AR.
What is the age recommendation for Oliver!?
Everyone must have their own ticket. Under 16s must be accompanied by and sat next to a ticketholder who is 18+. Under 3s will not be admitted.
How much are tickets for Oliver!?
Oliver! tickets start at £33.
Who wrote Oliver!?
Lionel Bart wrote the musical.
Who directed Oliver!?
Sir Matthew Bourne directs the show.
What songs are in Oliver!?
Songs in Oliver! include Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, Oom Pah Pah, and As Long As He Needs Me.
Is Oliver! appropriate for kids?
There are no age guidelines for Oliver!. However, there are some themes and scenes related to crime and violence.
Is Oliver! good?
Oliver! is an excellent multi-award-winning musical that has been a favourite of audiences for over 60 years. This exciting new revival boasts a terrific cast and creative team.
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