Oliver! 1963 - Articles Page 37

Opened: January 6, 1963

Oliver! - 1963 - Broadway History , Info & More

Shubert Theatre (Broadway)
225 West 44th St. New York, NY

Freely adapted from Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens

Nothing is as thrilling on the stage as a well-crafted tale, and Oliver! is just such a show. Based on the Dickens novel, it engages with its pathos and drama, while delighting everyone with the musical numbers "Food, Glorious Food," "I'd Do Anything," "Where is Love?," "Consider Yourself," "As Long As He Needs Me," and "Who Will Buy." Dickens' characters are brought to life-perhaps larger than life-with all their facets glowing in this production.

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OLIVER! Plays The Playhouse on the Square 5/14-6/6
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2010


Based on Charles Dickens' classic novel Oliver Twist, Lionel Bart's musical masterpiece vividly brings to life the timeless characters in this beloved story of the boy who asked for more. Join Nancy, The Artful Dodger, Fagin, and many more as Oliver navigates the treacherous streets of London in his search for a home and a family. Featuring outstanding songs including "Food, Glorious Food," "Consider Yourself," "As Long As He Needs Me," and "Where is Love?" the beautiful score will stir and captivate audiences of all ages. OLIVER! is "a glorious reminder of just how life-enhancing a musical can be." - Daily Telegraph.

Photo Flash: OLIVER PARKER At The stageFARM
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 13, 2010


Directed by Evan Cabnet, OLIVER PARKER! is a jet black comedy about hurting the ones you love, and loving the ones that hurt: Oliver (Michael Zegen) is 17 and Jasper (John Laroquette) is 60. They are best friends. Oliver wants to get laid, and Jasper wants to help. Jasper wants to drink himself to death, and Oliver wants to save him. And they share a secret that could ruin them both... if it hasn't already.

Larroquette Joins Cast of StageFARM's OLIVER PARKER At The Cherry Lane
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2010


Five-time Emmy Award-winner John Larroquette will make a stage appearance this spring, joining Johanna Day, Monica Raymund, and Michael Zegen in the cast of Elizabeth Meriwether's new play OLIVER PARKER!, in its world-premiere by the Off-Broadway theatre company the stageFARM, with previews starting May 9 prior to its official opening night May 17 at the Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce St.) in Manhattan.

Emmy Winner Larroquette Leads Meriwether's OLIVER! Off-Broadway; Opens 5/17
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2010


Five-time Emmy Award-winner John Larroquette will make a stage appearance this spring, joining Johanna Day, Monica Raymund, and Michael Zegen in the cast of Elizabeth Meriwether's new play OLIVER!, in its world-premiere by the Off-Broadway theatre company the stageFARM, with previews starting May 9 prior to its official opening night May 17 at the Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce St.) in Manhattan.

OLIVER! Plays The Playhouse on the Square 5/14-6/6
by Charlie Piane - Apr 26, 2010


Based on Charles Dickens' classic novel Oliver Twist, Lionel Bart's musical masterpiece vividly brings to life the timeless characters in this beloved story of the boy who asked for more. Join Nancy, The Artful Dodger, Fagin, and many more as Oliver navigates the treacherous streets of London in his search for a home and a family. Featuring outstanding songs including "Food, Glorious Food," "Consider Yourself," "As Long As He Needs Me," and "Where is Love?" the beautiful score will stir and captivate audiences of all ages. OLIVER! is "a glorious reminder of just how life-enhancing a musical can be." - Daily Telegraph.

Larroquette Joins Cast of StageFARM's OLIVER PARKER At The Cherry Lane
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 20, 2010


Five-time Emmy Award-winner John Larroquette will make a stage appearance this spring, joining Johanna Day, Monica Raymund, and Michael Zegen in the cast of Elizabeth Meriwether's new play OLIVER PARKER!, in its world-premiere by the Off-Broadway theatre company the stageFARM, with previews starting May 9 prior to its official opening night May 17 at the Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce St.) in Manhattan.

Emmy Winner Larroquette Leads Meriwether's OLIVER! Off-Broadway; Opens 5/17
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 15, 2010


Five-time Emmy Award-winner John Larroquette will make a stage appearance this spring, joining Johanna Day, Monica Raymund, and Michael Zegen in the cast of Elizabeth Meriwether's new play OLIVER!, in its world-premiere by the Off-Broadway theatre company the stageFARM, with previews starting May 9 prior to its official opening night May 17 at the Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce St.) in Manhattan.

Playhouse on The Square Presents OLIVER!
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2010


Oliver! Music, Lyrics, and Book by Lionel Bart. Performances will be held on May 14 - June 6, 2010 at Playhouse on the Square.

Joe's Pub Presents RATED RSO: THE MUSIC & LYRICS OF RYAN SCOTT OLIVER 1/25/2010
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2010


On Monday, January 25, 2010 multi award-winning composer and lyricist Ryan Scott Oliver will bring his buzzed-about concert RATED RSO: The Music & Lyrics of Ryan Scott Oliver (www.facebook.com/ratedrso) back to Joe's Pub.

Giant Olive Theatre Company Closes OLIVER TWIST 1/24
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2010


Giant Olive Theatre Company in association with Simon James Collier is presenting Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens adapted for the stage by Piers Beckley. This critically acclaimed production of Charles Dickens' classic 'Oliver Twist'?today announced a two-week extension to its record-breaking run at The Lion and Unicorn Theatre in north London. Originally scheduled to end its run on January 10, the production will now play additional dates through Jan. 24.

Joseph Serafini To Star In Pittsburgh CLO's OLIVER!
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 21, 2010


Pittsburgh CLO is pleased to announce that 12-year-old Joseph Serafini of Bethel Park, Pa., will play the lead role in the 2010 Summer Season production of Oliver!

OLIVER TWIST Ends Run at Lion and Unicorn Theatre Jan. 10
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2010


A thrilling new production of Charles Dickens' classic Oliver Twist, adapted by Piers Beckley, is to get its world premiere production by Giant Olive Theatre Company at The Lion and Unicorn Theatre from November 30 - January 10.

Giant Olive Theatre Company Extends OLIVER TWIST Thru 1/24
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 11, 2009


Giant Olive Theatre Company in association with Simon James Collier is presenting Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens adapted for the stage by Piers Beckley. This critically acclaimed production of Charles Dickens' classic 'Oliver Twist'?today announced a two-week extension to its record-breaking run at The Lion and Unicorn Theatre in north London. Originally scheduled to end its run on January 10, the production will now play additional dates from January 12 - 24.

Joe's Pub Presents RATED RSO: THE MUSIC & LYRICS OF RYAN SCOTT OLIVER 1/25/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 1, 2009


On Monday, January 25, 2010 multi award-winning composer and lyricist Ryan Scott Oliver will bring his buzzed-about concert RATED RSO: The Music & Lyrics of Ryan Scott Oliver (www.facebook.com/ratedrso) back to Joe's Pub.

Giant Olive Theatre Company Presents OLIVER TWIST, 11/30-1/10
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2009


A thrilling new production of Charles Dickens' classic Oliver Twist, adapted by Piers Beckley, is to get its world premiere production by Giant Olive Theatre Company at The Lion and Unicorn Theatre from November 30 - January 10.

REVIEW: We've Taken to You So Strong - Oliver! at the Walnut Street
by Sarah Marcus - Nov 25, 2009


Walnut Street Theatre's production of Oliver! is, in a word, stunning. This might seem like an odd word choice for a show that mainly takes place in the workhouse and seedier sides of Victorian London but there is no other way to describe the technical beauty of the show.

Panaro, Preston, Smith and More Star in Walnut Street Theatre's OLIVER!, Previews 11/10
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2009


The Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 201st season with a masterful new staging of Lionel Bart's OLIVER!

Giant Olive Theatre Company Presents OLIVER TWIST, 11/30-1/10
by Alexandra Johnson - Nov 6, 2009


A thrilling new production of Charles Dickens' classic Oliver Twist, adapted by Piers Beckley, is to get its world premiere production by Giant Olive Theatre Company at The Lion and Unicorn Theatre from November 30 - January 10.

Panaro, Preston, Smith and More Star in Walnut Street Theatre's OLIVER!, Previews 11/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 13, 2009


The Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 201st season with a masterful new staging of Lionel Bart's OLIVER!

Masquerade Theatre's OLIVER! Runs Until October 4
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2009


Tony Award winning composer Lionel Bart's vision of the classic Dickens novel Oliver Twist is one we're sure you'll love! When kind, sweet orphan Oliver flees the tyrannical care of a series of ruthless masters, he finds himself pulled into a life of crime by Fagin and his army of young pickpockets. He is only offered rescue by the kindly Mr. Brownlow, whose charity and forgiving nature offer stark contrast to the murderous Bill Sykes, a cold-hearted kidnapper who is hunting Oliver down!

Omid Djalili To Replace Rowan Atkinson In OLIVER!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 20, 2009


Omid Djalili will replace Rowan Atkinson as Fagin in Cameron Mackintosh's OLIVER! The Iranian comedian will take over starting July 20, 2009, joining the rest of the original cast. He is scheduled to continue in the part until December 12, 2009. Cameron Mackintosh presents his triumphant new staging of Lionel Bart's masterpiece 'OLIVER!' at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, which was last seen at the Palladium in 1994. Oliver! is one of the most beloved British musicals, vividly bringing to life Dickens' timeless characters with its ever-popular story of the boy who asked for more.

OLIVER! Comes To CCC Community Theater 7/17-25
by BWW News Desk - Jul 17, 2009


The CCC Community Theatre will present the Broadway musical Oliver! (Words and music by Lionel Bart) on Friday, July 17th at 7:30 pm, Saturday, July 18th at 3 pm, Friday, July 24th at 7:30 pm and Saturday, July 25th at 3 pm.

OLIVER! Comes To CCC Community Theater 7/17-25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 9, 2009


The CCC Community Theatre will present the Broadway musical Oliver! (Words and music by Lionel Bart) on Friday, July 17th at 7:30 pm, Saturday, July 18th at 3 pm, Friday, July 24th at 7:30 pm and Saturday, July 25th at 3 pm.

Photo Coverage: 'GUYS and DOLLS' Stars Lauren Graham and Oliver Platt Join the Sardi's 'Wall of Fame'
by Walter McBride - May 13, 2009


Guys and Dolls stars Oliver Platt ('Nathan Detroit'), Lauren Graham ('Miss Adelaide') were honored with their very own caricature unveiling at the world famous Broadway eatery, Sardi's Restaurant (234 West 44th Street) on Tuesday, May 12th.

The Daily Show's John Oliver To Appear At Comedy Works South In Denver 5/26, 27
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 5, 2009


Comedy Works is proud to announce John Oliver's appearance at Comedy Works South located at The Landmark Village May 26th and 27th.

Other Productions of Oliver!

1960   West End Original London Production
West End
1963   Broadway Broadway Production
Broadway
1965   Broadway Return Engagement [Broadway]
Broadway
1976   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1979   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1984   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1994   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1994   West End London Revival
West End
2009   West End London Revival
West End
2011   UK Tour UK Tour
UK Tour
2018   East Haddam, CT (Regional) Goodspeed Musicals Revival
East Haddam, CT (Regional)
2023   Off-Broadway New York City Center Encores! Production
Off-Broadway

Oliver! - 1963 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1963 Tony Awards Best Conductor and Musical Director Donald Pippin
1963 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Peter Coe
1963 Tony Awards Best Musical Lionel Bart
1963 Tony Awards Best Musical Lionel Bart
1963 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Lionel Bart
1963 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Clive Revill
1963 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical David Jones
1963 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Georgia Brown
1963 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Sean Kenny
1963 Tony Awards Producer (Musical) David Merrick
1963 Tony Awards Producer (Musical) Donald Albery

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