Winner of the 1963 Tony Award for Best Original Score & 1968 Academy Award for Best PictureA child gets lost in the inner city and falls in with a den of thieves. HmmmmModern relevance meets classic theatre. Consider yourself at home as Dickens England come to life in OLIVER! the story of a workhouse orphan who escapes to finds acceptance amongst a group of petty thieves and pickpockets, led by the elderly Fagin. When Oliver is captured for a theft that he did not commit, a series of misadventures and revelations land him in the home of the wealthy Mr. Brownlow, where Oliver discovers the true love of a family. Filled with memorable songs, unforgettable characters, and an infectious joy of life, OLIVER! remains one of the most prominent musicals of the 20th century.Vivid and variedthe tunes, glorious tunes, leave us glad to hear them time and again. Press Telegram
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| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Best Musical |
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