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.
Boiler Room Theatre Unveils New Production of OLIVER! Just In Time For The Holiday Season
by Jeffrey Ellis - Nov 15, 2011
Oliver! - the Lionel Bart musical about London street urchin Oliver Twist and the scores of ruffians and ragamuffins who make up something of a family for the orphaned boy - opens at Franklin's Boiler Room Theatre on Friday night, running through December 23, offering regional audiences the opportunity to fall in love with the 1960 musical once more.
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.
Regional Premiere of OLIVER TWIST Opens at Park Square Theatre 10/21
by Lauren Wolman - Aug 9, 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.'
OLIVER Closes At Music Circus
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2011
With memorable, sing-along songs such as 'Food, Glorious Food,' 'Consider Yourself,' and 'I'd Do Anything,' Oliver! comes to the Music Circus stage July 19-24. Based on the Charles Dickins' classic novel Oliver Twist, the musical brings to life the trials and tribulations of the iconic orphan who dared to ask for more.
OLIVER Comes to Music Circus, July 19-24
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 11, 2011
With memorable, sing-along songs such as 'Food, Glorious Food,' 'Consider Yourself,' and 'I'd Do Anything,' Oliver! comes to the Music Circus stage July 19-24. Based on the Charles Dickins' classic novel Oliver Twist, the musical brings to life the trials and tribulations of the iconic orphan who dared to ask for more.
The Gallery Players Presents OLIVER! Closes 5/22
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2011
The Gallery Players proudly announces cast and creative team for the final production of its 44th season; Lionel Bart's Oliver!. Directed by The Gallery Players' Executive Director, Neal J. Freeman and produced by the theatre's Artistic Director Heather Siobhan Curran, Oliver! will close on Sunday, May 22, 2011.
Alexander, Cuskern, et al. Set for Gallery Players' OLIVER!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 5, 2011
The Gallery Players proudly announces cast andcreative team for the final production of its 44th season; Lionel Bart's Oliver!. Directed by The Gallery Players' Executive Director, Neal J. Freeman and produced by the theatre's Artistic Director Heather Siobhan Curran, Oliver! springs to life Saturday, April 30 and runs through Sunday, May 22, 2011
STAGE TUBE: Hiller, Keenan-Bolger, et al. Sing Ryan Scott Oliver
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2011
On Feb. 7, 2011, composer-lyricist Ryan Scott Oliver released his first published songbook of 20 songs from his musicals Darling, 35mm, and more. Checkout performances from, Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Jeffer Hiller, and more below!