OLIVER TWIST Adaptation Debuts at Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, 9/12
by BWW News Desk - Aug 22, 2012
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will launch the Fall portion of its 50th Anniversary Season with the critically acclaimed stage adaptation of Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist by British playwright, author, and director, Neil Bartlett. The production begins on September 12, with several discounted Preview performances, and continues through Oct. 7 at The Shakespeare Theatre's Main Stage - the intimate F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre.
Berkshire Theatre Group Presents OLIVER! at The Colonial Theatre, 9/7-9
by BWW News Desk - Aug 21, 2012
At The Colonial Theatre, Berkshire Theatre Group presents Oliver! with music, lyrics and book by Lionel Bart. The show runs from September 7 to September 9 with performances at 7:30pm on Friday, 2pm and 7:30pm on Saturday and 2pm on Sunday. Oliver! is directed by Travis G. Daly with music direction by Carlton Maaia and choreography by Kathy Jo Grover.
BWW Reviews: OLIVER! Lights Up NC Theatre
by Larissa Mount - Jul 20, 2012
NC Theatre is keeping kids busy this summer by putting the best and the brightest young performers, from the Triangle area and beyond, center stage in their current production of Oliver! The show, based on the Charles Dickens novel Oliver Twist, follows young orphan Oliver on a journey from the workhouse to a life of luxury.
Jamie Oliver to Executive Produce BBC America's CHEF RACE: UK VS US, Fall 2012
by TV News Desk - Jun 13, 2012
BBC AMERICA's General Manager, Perry Simon, has greenlit a new cooking expedition series, Chef Race: UK vs U.S., which will premiere in Fall 2012. Executive produced by Jamie Oliver, the new original unscripted series (10 x 60) follows sixteen chefs, eight Brits versus eight Americans, as they race across the United States from Los Angeles to New York City in hopes of winning the $100,000 prize.Throughout the journey the chefs are accompanied by Michelin-starred London Restaurateur Richard Corrigan (Masterchef), who serves as a mentor and judge, and host Claire Robinson (5 Ingredient Fix). With no money and minimal resources, the chefs must rely on more than their cooking skills. Resourcefulness, ingenuity, leadership and finesse will be just as important on their 3,000 mile adventure.
Photo Coverage: Brian Stokes Mitchell, Melissa Errico, James Barbour & More Celebrate The Irish Rep in OLIVER!
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 12, 2012
Off-Broadway's Irish Repertory Theatre presented a concert performance of Lionel Bart's OLIVER! for its 2012 Annual Benefit Gala at The Shubert Theatre, helmed by Charlotte Moore. The all-star company was led by Brian Stokes Mitchell, Tony Award-winner for KISS ME, KATE, as Fagin; James Barbour (A TALE OF TWO CITIES) as Bil Sykes; and Tony-nominee Melissa Errico (AMOUR) as Nancy. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the evening and brings you photo coverage of the curtain call and post-celebration below!
Malcolm Gets, Ann Harada, et al. Join OLIVER! Benefit, 6/11
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 6, 2012
Off-Broadway's acclaimed Irish Repertory Theatre presents its 2012 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Lionel Bart's OLIVER! - a glorious, Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of the classic Dickens tale of 1850's London in the time of the Industrial Revolution - on Monday, June 11 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan. Charlotte Moore, who directed last year's concert staging of CAMELOT on Broadway and the Irish Repertory's recent revival of Brian Friel's DANCING AT LUGHNASA, will direct.
Keystone State Boychoir Joins Irish Rep's OLIVER! Benefit Concert, 6/11
by Nicole Rosky - May 17, 2012
Off-Broadway's acclaimed Irish Repertory Theatre presents its 2012 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Lionel Bart's OLIVER! - a glorious, Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of the classic Dickens tale of 1850's London in the time of the Industrial Revolution - on Monday, June 11 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan. Charlotte Moore, who directed last year's concert staging of CAMELOT on Broadway and the IrishRepertory's recent revival of Brian Friel's DANCING AT LUGHNASA, will direct.
Brian Stokes Mitchell, James Barbour and Melissa Errico to Lead Irish Rep's OLIVER! Benefit, 6/11
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 24, 2012
Off-Broadway's Irish Repertory Theatre will present its 2012 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Lionel Bart's OLIVER! - the Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of the classic Dickens tale of 1850's London - on Monday, June 11 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan. Charlotte Moore, who directed last year's concert staging of CAMELOT on Broadway and the Irish Repertory's recent revival of Brian Friel's DANCING AT LUGHNASA, will direct.
Barbara Oliver Returns to Aurora Theatre Company for ANATOL, 4/6-5/13
by BWW
News Desk - Apr 6, 2012
Aurora Theatre Company founding Artistic Director Barbara Oliver returns to the company for its 20th anniversary season to direct Arthur Schnitzler's (La Ronde) first theatrical work for the stage, ANATOL. This World Premiere translation, commissioned by Aurora Theatre Company, from renowned Schnitzler expert (and Berkeley resident) Margret Schaefer, features Mike Ryan (Shakespeare Santa Cruz) in his Aurora debut as Anatol, along with Aurora veterans Tim Kniffin (Trouble in Mind, The Best Man) and Delia MacDougall (SEX, The Old Neighborhood). ANATOL plays April 6 through May 13 at the Aurora Theatre in Berkeley. For tickets ($30-55) and information the public can call (510) 843-4822 or visit auroratheatre.org.
Cat Simmons Joins OLIVER! Cast, Replacing Samantha Barks, Apr 3
by BWW
News Desk - Apr 3, 2012
It was announced today (Monday 5 March) that Cat Simmons will take over the role of Nancy from Samantha Barks in Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Lionel Bart's smash hit musical OLIVER! at Birmingham Hippodrome on Tuesday 3 April, the same day that Brian Conley takes over the role of Fagin from Neil Morrissey.
BWW Reviews: Kentwood Players Offer Excellent OLIVER!
by Don Grigware - Mar 27, 2012
The musical Oliver!, like Annie, presents challenges galore for a small theatre, first of all because of its very large cast, a good portion of whom are children. Unless they are top of the line performers who have had at least some experience singing and dancing, the show could scream dismal failure. Such, thank heavens, is hardly the case with the Kentwood Players' fine production whose cast are mostly top notch under the skilled guidance of director Harold Dershimer.
Photo Flash: First Weekend of Kentwood Players' OLIVER
by James T Harding - Mar 21, 2012
Check out these production photos of the Kentwood Players' production of OLIVER!, which runs from March 16 to April 21, 2012, with performances on Friday and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm at the Westchester Playhouse located at 8301 Hindry Avenue in Los Angeles, CA 90045. With music and lyrics by Lionel Bart, and based upon the novel Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens, this much-loved British musical won several Tony Awards on Broadway. The production is directed by Harold Dershimer, with musical direction by Catherine Rahm, choreography by Anna Rubin, and produced by Rocky and Victoria Miller by special arrangement with Tams-Witmark Music Library, Inc.
Cat Simmons Joins OLIVER! Cast, Replacing Samantha Barks, Apr 3
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 5, 2012
It was announced today (Monday 5 March) that Cat Simmons will take over the role of Nancy from Samantha Barks in Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Lionel Bart's smash hit musical OLIVER! at Birmingham Hippodrome on Tuesday 3 April, the same day that Brian Conley takes over the role of Fagin from Neil Morrissey.
Barbara Oliver Returns to Aurora Theatre Company for ANATOL, 4/6-5/13
by Harmony Wheeler - Feb 28, 2012
Aurora Theatre Company founding Artistic Director Barbara Oliver returns to the company for its 20th anniversary season to direct Arthur Schnitzler's (La Ronde) first theatrical work for the stage, ANATOL. This World Premiere translation, commissioned by Aurora Theatre Company, from renowned Schnitzler expert (and Berkeley resident) Margret Schaefer, features Mike Ryan (Shakespeare Santa Cruz) in his Aurora debut as Anatol, along with Aurora veterans Tim Kniffin (Trouble in Mind, The Best Man) and Delia MacDougall (SEX, The Old Neighborhood). ANATOL plays April 6 through May 13 at the Aurora Theatre in Berkeley. For tickets ($30-55) and information the public can call (510) 843-4822 or visit auroratheatre.org.
Photo Flash: Kentwood Players Presents OLIVER!
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 13, 2012
Kentwood Players production of "Oliver!" runs from March 16 to April 21, 2012, with performances on Friday and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm at the Westchester Playhouse located at 8301 Hindry Avenue in Los Angeles, CA 90045.
Kentwood Players to Hold OLIVER! Auditions, 1/14 & 15
by BWW
News Desk - Jan 14, 2012
Consider yourself invited to audition for "Oliver!" on Saturday, January 14 from 11:00am to 4:00pm and Sunday, January 15 from 6:00 to 9:00pm at the Westchester Playhouse, located at 8301 Hindry Avenue in Westchester (LA 90045).
Kentwood Players to Hold OLIVER! Auditions, 1/14 & 15
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 27, 2011
Consider yourself invited to audition for "Oliver!" on Saturday, January 14 from 11:00am to 4:00pm and Sunday, January 15 from 6:00 to 9:00pm at the Westchester Playhouse, located at 8301 Hindry Avenue in Westchester (LA 90045).
BWW Reviews: Stellar Performances and Skillful Direction Highlight OLIVER! at Boiler Room Theatre
by Jeffrey Ellis - Nov 23, 2011
Under the sure-handed direction of Morton, who has brought together an impressive cast of adult actors with two different casts of youngsters, the whole of Oliver! is remarkable, a thoroughly delightful evening of theater that allows those older thespians to show off their talents while showcasing the budding talents of her younger charges, who display stage presence and focus throughout the tune-filled musical. In fact, it is Morton's skilled and practiced eye in regards to casting that really sets this Oliver! apart from any of the others we've seen. Frankly, the woman knows what she's doing.
Samantha Barks, Iain Fletcher to Lead OLIVER! UK Tour
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 26, 2011
Cameron Mackintosh, in association with Southbrook Group Limited and Stage Entertainment UK, announced today full casting for the national tour of Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Lionel Bart's smash hit musical OLIVER!, opening at Wales Millennium Centre Cardiff on 20 December 2011, with previews from 10 December 2011.
Regional Premiere of OLIVER TWIST Opens at Park Square Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2011
You'll quickly forget the moppet-haired urchins of musical fame when Joel Sass designs and directs the Midwest premiere of an inventive new adaptation of OLIVER TWIST at Park Square. This theatrical adventure is told by a chameleon cast of 13, who combine Dickens' original text with Victorian music hall tunes. 'So much of the story hinges on our hopes and fears for little Oliver as he voyages through the exciting but highly dangerous world of Victorian London,' Sass explains. 'It's a grown-up world, even for streetwise ruffians-so placing one lone boy among a cast of grown-ups who are playing all the other parts instantly helps us feel the immensity of the challenge Oliver is facing.'
Park Square Hosts Food Drive During OLIVER TWIST
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 27, 2011
'Please sir, I want some more.' Oliver Twist's famous line describing the struggles of the poor in Victorian England reminds us that hunger still exists in today's world. Many in our community rely on food programs to help feed themselves and their families.