Oliver! Revival

Opened: December 8, 1994
Closing: February 23, 1998

Oliver! - 1994 - West End History , Info & More

London Palladium
8 Argyll St, Soho London

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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BWW Review: CFTA's HEATHERS: Who Knew High School Could Be So Much Fun?
by Jeffrey Ellis - Sep 16, 2018

Heathers, the off-Broadway musical by Laurence O'Keefe and Kevin Murphy based on the 1989 cult classic film of the same name, wraps up its sold-out run today at Murfreesboro's Center for the Arts, offering audiences an outrageously fun and on-target treatise on mean girls and caught up in the gravitational pull of their starpower at a fictional Ohio high school.

Teatro Marikeno Presents Three Original Plays, 9/16-23
by Oliver Oliveros - Sep 15, 2018

In celebration of its 17th founding anniversary, Teatro Marikeño Inc. stages 'Walang Katapusang Pagibig,' which features three original plays from the organization, 'Pintig Ng Puso' by Janine Claire Eustaquio, 'Deboto' by Kevin John Reyes, and 'Ang Pagibig Ni Lalaki At Ni Babae' by Alvin Joseph Veneracion. This production is spearheaded by Board Member-Head for Theater Arts and Production Manager Kevin John Reyes, together with the Chairman Alvin Joseph Veneracion and Artistic Director Floriza Mejia-Antonio.

SoHo Playhouse Announces Slate For The 2018 FRINGE ENCORE SERIES
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2018

Darren Lee Cole, producing director of the not-for-profit, SoHo Playhouse (15 Van Dam Street) is proud to announce this year's selections for this year's Fringe Encore Series, featuring the "Best of the Fests" from around the globe. This year's selections come from Fringe Festivals at Brighton, Edinburgh, Hollywood, Limerick, Orlando, Toronto and New York (to be announced in October) and will take place between November 6 - December 16, 2018. Tickets are $39/$25 and can be purchased by visiting www.fringeencores.org.

Eric Ulloa of TUTS's OKLAHOMA Takes Over BWW Instagram Tomorrow!
by Jeffrey Vizcaino - Sep 14, 2018

Go behind the scenes with Eric Ulloa this Saturday, September 14th as he takes over the BroadwayWorld Instagram to give a behind the scenes look at a two-show performance day at Theater Under The Stars's Oklahoma!

Brooklyn Music School Announces Reunify, A Benefit Concert For Displaced Children
by BWW News Desk - Sep 15, 2018

Brooklyn Music School (BMS) announces a Reunify - A Benefit Concert for Displaced Children today, September 15, 2018 at 6pm. Tickets are $15 - $25 and are available at https://reunify.eventbrite.com.

Scoop: ABC's Primetime Schedule for the Week of September 17th
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2018

Get all the scoop on ABC's Primetime Schedule for the Week of September 17th

Weiss Delivers Remix For Martin Solveig's Summer Anthem MY LOVE
by Tori Hartshorn - Sep 14, 2018

Global superstar Martin Solveig has unveiled the melodic Weiss remix of his 2018 summer hit 'My Love', with the French producer's original so far surpassing 10 million global streams. 

Max Styler Continues Evolution With ON MY MIND
by Tori Hartshorn - Sep 14, 2018

Max Styler continues his foray into deep club grooves with the Dim Mak single 'On My Mind.' By interweaving bouncy basslines, beaming synths and re-pitched vocals, Styler carves out the ultimate future house earworm.

VIDEO: Annalise Keating is Back in the Season 5 Trailer for HOW TO GET AWAY WITH MURDER
by Stage Tube - Sep 14, 2018

Annalise Keating (Viola Davis) is back and there is a new mystery. Get ready for another crazy-twisty season of How To Get Away With Murder.

The Old Vic Announces Part Two of its Fourth Season - ALL MY SONS, and More
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2018

Matthew Warchus' fourth season as Artistic Director of The Old Vic completes with an Arthur Miller double-bill, a World Premiere by Lucy Prebble and a special One Voice performance. These productions form Part 2 of the season, and follow the previously announced Part 1 consisting of ZooNation: The Kate Prince Company's production of SYLVIA; Annie-B Parson's 17c; Emma Rice's Wise Children; and A Christmas Carol - for which today we also announce further casting.

FANCY NANCY, THE MUSICAL Returns By Popular Demand To Chance Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2018

Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, is delighted to present an encore presentation of Fancy Nancy, The Musical as part of its fourth TYA Family Season. Book and lyrics by Susan DiLallo, music by Danny Abosch and directed by Alex Bueno, based on original staging by Kelly Todd, Fancy Nancy, the Musical will preview from October 5 through October 7; regular performances will begin October 7th and continue through October 28 on the Cripe Stage at Chance Theater @ Bette Aitken theater arts Center.

Gamm Stages First Play For Young Audiences In Warwick
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2018

The Gamm Education Department is pleased to present Charlie Bumpers vs. the Really Nice Gnome by Bill Harley, adapted and directed by Jessica Chace. Last season, a successful limited run of Charlie Bumpers vs. the Teacher of the Year launched Gamm Education Presents, the theater's first programming for young audiences. This second Gamm-Harley collaboration promises even more fun for the entire family in The Gamm's new, larger Warwick venue.

ANNIE Will Open Way Off Broadway's 25th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2018

The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, Frederick's only year-round producing theatre, will celebrate its 25th Silver Anniversary Season with its upcoming 2018/2019 line-up of shows. Kicking off the season in September will be the family favorite Annie.

Kybele Dance Theater Comes to The Broad Stage, Today
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2018

The Broad Stage presents Kybele Dance Theater, founded in 2003 in Los Angeles by Turkish/American choreographer Seda Aybay, with two premieres - Gune? Do?udan Yukselir (Sun Rises from the East) and Noir, as well as Sonsuz, today, September 14 at 7:30pm. Founder and artistic director Seda Aybay said, "I want to create work that build bridges between genders, races, cultures and communities that are relatable to everyone."

DIETRICH RIDES AGAIN At The United Solo Theater Festival
by Julie Musbach - Sep 13, 2018

Hit Off-Broadway show of the life and times of Hollywood legend Marlene Dietrich! Nowadays Americans are increasingly anxious and uncertain about the ugliness, bigotry, and moral incoherence of our time. We crave examples of people who combined talent, glamour, sexiness and integrity. What better way to recover these values? Justyna Kostek returns to NYC in her one woman hit show about Marlene Dietrich.

Halima Bigirindavyi, Dominic Dunn & More Will Star in Stages Theatre Company's FISH IN A TREE
by Julie Musbach - Sep 13, 2018

Stages Theatre Company (STC) is excited to invite patrons to Fish In A Tree, an emotionally-charged, uplifting production that will speak to anyone who has ever thought there was something wrong with them because they didn't fit in

Creative Team Announced & $35 Tickets Now On Sale for Signature's THOM PAIN (BASED ON NOTHING)
by Julie Musbach - Sep 13, 2018

The creative team has been confirmed and tickets are now on sale for the Signature Theatre production of Thom Pain (based on nothing), by Drama Desk Award-winning playwright Will Eno and directed by Obie Award-winner Oliver Butler.

Author of 'He's Just Not That Into You' Greg Behrendt To Release Comedy Album
by Tori Hartshorn - Sep 13, 2018

Greg Behrendt, author of bestselling relationship books He's Just Not That Into You, It's Just a F***ing Date, and How to Keep Your Marriage From Sucking, is back with over an hour of top notch comedy recorded live at Acme Comedy Company in Minneapolis.  Behrendt brings his hilarious stories and observations to the stage explaining why sobriety isn't for everyone, what makes parenting so different in the 21st Century, and how to handle a friend that you hate.  Why Are You In Here? offers reassurance for those imperfect parenting moments and hearty laughs even Behrendt's teenaged daughters would appreciate.

Sideshow Theatre Company Announces 2018-19 Season
by Julie Musbach - Sep 13, 2018

Sideshow Theatre Company is pleased to announce its 2018-19 Season, launching this fall with the world premiere of J. Nicole Brooks' dazzling new play HeLa, directed by artistic director Jonathan L. Green and presented in partnership with the Greenhouse Theater Center.

Hit Musical THE BOOK OF MERMAN Returns To Chicago - Casting Announced
by Julie Musbach - Sep 13, 2018

Following a critically acclaimed, sell-out three-month run at Chicago's Apollo Theater in 2015, Flying Elephant Productions is pleased to announce the return of the hit musical comedy THE BOOK OF MERMAN, featuring a book by Leo Schwartz and DC Cathro, music and lyrics by Leo Schwartz, direction by DC Cathro, music direction by Tyler Miles and choreography by Jenna Schoppe.  

VIDEO: Watch An All New Trailer For the West End Production of Dolly Parton's 9 TO 5
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2018

An all new trailer has been released for 9 to 5, at the Savoy Theatre in London. Check it out below!

An Evening With Andrea McArdle Comes To Studio City, Palm Springs, And San Diego
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2018

An Evening with Tony Award Nominee Andrea McArdle is set for Upstairs at Vitello's in Studio City on Thursday, October 11, at 7:30, The Purple Room in Palm Springs on Friday, October 12, at 8pm, and for Martinis Above Fourth in San Diego on Saturday, October 13, at 7pm, it was announced today by Chris Isaacson Presents.

EVITA Begins Performances Tonight
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2018

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's EVITA has finally returned to Australia with the first performance of this iconic block-buster musical tonight at the Joan Sutherland Theatre at the Sydney Opera House, ahead of the star-studded Opening Night on Tuesday 18 September. EVITA has achieved the highest grossing advance of any production in the history of the Sydney Opera House, and is playing for a strictly limited seven-week season in Sydney.

Photo Flash: First Look at M. BUTTERFLY, Produced by Jhett Tolentino
by Oliver Oliveros - Sep 12, 2018

Presented by acclaimed Broadway producer Jhett Tolentino and Frontrow Entertainment, M. BUTTERFLY (1988), the Tony Award-winning play written by David Henry Hwang, is all set to open tonight, September 13, at the Maybank Performing Arts Theater, BGC Arts Center, Bonifacio Global City. Multi-award winning stage and film director Kanakan-Balintagos directs this highly anticipated production.

The Ballard Institute Presents 'Women In Puppetry' Forum Today
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2018

The Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry Presents Women in Puppetry: Identity, Gender, and Performance with Stephanie D'Abruzzo, Clare Dolan, and Dey Hernandez Vazquez

HERE Presents SOUNDSTAGE With Rob Roth Live And Rebecca Hall On-Screen
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2018

HERE opens its 2018-2019 season with the commissioned world premiere of Soundstage, a live theater and film hybrid created and performed by HERE resident artist Rob Roth alongside his on-film counterpart, actor Rebecca Hall.

Twist on PETER PAN Flies Into Mercury Theater Chicago
by Julie Musbach - Sep 12, 2018

Bros do Prose puts a fresh new spin on J.M. Barrie's beloved PETER PAN featuring a cast of two actors at Mercury Theater Chicago (3745 N. Southport Avenue) from November 3 to December 23, 2018.

National Geographic Documentary Films to Premiere Bloomberg Philanthropies' PARIS TO PITTSBURGH
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 12, 2018

National Geographic Documentary Films announced today that the company will distribute Bloomberg Philanthropies' second film, Paris to Pittsburgh premiering on Wednesday, December 12 at 9pm ET/PT in the U.S. and will air globally in 172 countries and 45 languages. Paris to Pittsburgh brings to life the impassioned efforts of individuals who are battling the most severe threats of climate change in their own backyards. Set against the national debate over the United States' energy future - and the Trump administration's explosive decision to exit the Paris Climate Agreement - the film captures what's at stake for communities around the country and the inspiring ways Americans are responding. To view the trailer, visit ParistoPittsburgh.com.

The 19th Annual Woodstock Film Festival Announces Lineup
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 12, 2018

The 2018 Woodstock Film Festival will showcase 9 World Premieres, 4 North American Premieres, 1 US Premiere, 12 East Coast Premieres, and 8 New York Premieres.

Final Casting Announced For Vineyard's GOOD GRIEF
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2018

Vineyard Theatre Artistic Directors Douglas Aibel and Sarah Stern announce complete cast for the New York premiere of Ngozi Anyanwu's GOOD GRIEF, directed by Awoye Timpo. Performances will begin at the Vineyard Theatre (108 East 15th Street) Thursday, October 11 with opening night set for Tuesday, October 30th.

Seth Meyers, Bruce Springsteen, Jon Stewart and More to Perform at 12th Annual Stand Up For Heroes
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 12, 2018

Top comedians and musical artists will unite for the 12th annual Stand Up for Heroes (SUFH) event at the Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden, Monday, November 5th. Jimmy Carr, Eric Church, Jim Gaffigan, Seth Meyers, Bruce Springsteen, Jon Stewart, and other surprise guests will take the stage to honor our nation's post-9/11 impacted veterans and their families, and raise funds and awareness to support the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF).

Freight Farms Announces 'Grown,' the World's First On-Site Vertical Farming Service
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 12, 2018

Freight Farms, the leading innovator of smart hydroponic software and containerized growing environments, today announces the addition of Grown by Freight Farms, an on-site vertical farming service, to its product line. With Grown, Freight Farms will not only install its signature hydroponic farm-the Leafy Green Machine-on site, but staff a designated farmer to operate, monitor, and maintain the farm completely.

BWW Interview: Oliver Butler Talks WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME
by Julie Musbach - Sep 12, 2018

NYTW is exploring one of the most basic yet critical documents in American government in the upcoming production of What the Constitution Means to Me beginning previews tonight, Sept. 12th. Director Oliver Butler helms the project and took a moment to speak with BroadwayWorld about what to expect and what he hopes to achieve.

Lineup Announced for Latest Edition of AT THIS PERFORMANCE...
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2018

Stephen DeAngelis continues his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with its next edition of  AT THIS PERFORMANCE… to be held on Monday, September 17th   at The Green Room 42, Green Fig, Fourth Floor, Yotel NYC, 570 Tenth Avenue (at 42nd Street), New York, NY 10036 at 7 PM.

Photo Slideshow: Get A First Look at Priscilla Lopez and More in TUTS' OKLAHOMA!
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2018

BroadwayWorld has a first look at OKLAHOMA! at Theatre Under The Stars in Houston! Check out all the photos!

LiveConnections To Honor Actor And Philanthropist Leonard Haas With 2018 Connector Award
by Julie Musbach - Sep 11, 2018

LiveConnections is proud to announce that Leonard Haas, professional actor, Vice Chair of the William Penn Foundation, and Trustee of the Wyncote Foundation, will receive the organization's 4th annual Connector Award at this year's Big Hurrah celebration on November 12, 2018.

Boston's Newest Performing Arts Company Announces Their Debut Production
by Julie Musbach - Sep 11, 2018

The Rainbow Connection Performing Arts Company is excited to announce their first production: 'The Dark I Know Well: A Musical Revue.' This production is a musical revue featuring songs from musicals such as 'Jekyll and Hyde,' 'Ragtime,' 'Spring Awakening,' 'SideShow,' and many more. This revue will cover heavy hitting subjects such as teenage pregnancy, love, breakups, sexual assault, murder, self doubt, and ends with a shining ray of hope for the future.

Scoop: Coming Up on a Rebroadcast of SPLITTING UP TOGETHER on ABC - Today, September 12, 2018
by BWW News Desk - Sep 12, 2018

Get all the scoop on Coming Up on a Rebroadcast of SPLITTING UP TOGETHER, airing on ABC today, September 12, 2018!

Scoop: Coming Up on a Rebroadcast of AMERICAN HOUSEWIFE on ABC - Today, September 12, 2018
by BWW News Desk - Sep 12, 2018

Get all the scoop on Coming Up on a Rebroadcast of AMERICAN HOUSEWIFE, airing on ABC today, September 12, 2018!

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with DIRTY DANCING
by Julie Musbach - Sep 11, 2018

Rehearsal images have been released for the new 2018/19 UK tour of Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage, which opens in Brighton on Thursday 20 September 2018. Check out the photos below!

Vision Films Announces North American Release of THE HEALER, All Proceeds Will be Donated to Charity
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 11, 2018

Today Vision Films in association with Eammon Films and Sony Pictures Home Entertainment announced the North American release of the International hit film 'The Healer.' Directed and produced by philanthropist Paco Arango, 'The Healer' will release day-and-date theatrically and across all VOD platforms on September 28, 2018 to coincide with Cancer Awareness Month. A feel-good tale about believing in what you can't see, taking chances in life, and helping heal others through kindness, it is the first movie ever to donate 100% of its net proceeds to charity. In the US, all net proceeds from sales and viewings will benefit SeriousFun Children's Network (https://www.seriousfunnetwork.org/), a global network of 30 camps and programs, founded by actor and philanthropist Paul Newman, which provides life-changing experiences to children living with serious illnesses and their families, totally free of charge. Globally, 'The Healer' has already raised more than $4.5M for children with cancer, and other serious illnesses, and has been a #1 hit in multiple countries including Spain, Mexico, Central America and Colombia.

Martin Solveig Releases Dillon Francis Remix of 'My Love'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 11, 2018

Global superstar Martin Solveig has released the Dillon Francis remix of his summer hit 'My Love', with Martin's original so far surpassing over 10 million global streams.

Drayton Entertainment Announces 2019 Season - NEWSIES, ROCKY, and More
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2018

Drayton Entertainment will present a knockout playbill in 2019 packed with Broadway blockbusters, hilarious comedies, stirring tributes, fun-filled family musicals and a few more dramas than in previous seasons. Artistic Director Alex Mustakas continues his bid to bring a wide variety of crowd-pleasing productions to the award-winning charitable not-for-profit theatre organization's seven stages throughout Ontario.

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for Season Two of 9-1-1 on FOX
by Stage Tube - Sep 11, 2018

9-1-1 Returns with a Two-Night Season Premiere: Night one airs immediately following the NFL ON FOX doubleheader on Sunday, Sept. 23 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/live in all time zones) and night two airs Monday, Sept. 24 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT), in its regular time period.

UK's First Afrobeats Musical OLIVA TWEETS Comes to the Belgrade Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2018

Following a sell-out run in London's West End, innovative Afrobeats musical Oliva Tweest heads out on a whistle-stop UK tour this year, coming to the Belgrade Theatre 4-6 October.

Cariad Lloyd to Star in A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO GYNAECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY UNIT...
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2018

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Gynaecologic Oncology Unit at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center of New York City is a European premiere from acclaimed American playwright Halley Feiffer, starring actor, comedian and presenter Cariad Lloyd (Peep Show, Channel 4; Have I Got News For You, BBC; West End's Austentatious, Lady Carad's Characters (nominated for the Comedy Awards Best Newcomer 2011), Griefcast (Creator/Host - Winner of Best Podcast of the year 2018, Best Entertainment and Best Interview)).

Full Cast Announced For DON CARLOS, The Centrepiece Of Exeter Northcott Theatre's 50th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2018

Artistic and Executive Director of Exeter Northcott Theatre Daniel Buckroyd today announces the full cast for a major new revival of Schiller's Don Carlos presented in a co-production with Nuffield Southampton Theatres (NST) and Rose Theatre Kingston. Gadi Roll directs Tom Burke (Rodrigo, Marquis of Posa), Alexandra Dowling (Eboli), Darrell D'Silva (Philip), Kelly Gough (Elizabeth), Jason Morell (Domingo), Vinta Morgan (Alba), Samuel Valentine (Don Carlos), Stephen Ventura (Lerma) Flip Webster (Duchess), with Alexander Allin, Dan Ball, Guy Dennys and Euan Shanahan completing the company's ensemble.

Scoop: Coming Up on a Rebroadcast of NCIS: NEW ORLEANS on CBS - Today, September 11, 2018
by BWW News Desk - Sep 11, 2018

Get all the scoop on Coming Up on a Rebroadcast of NCIS: NEW ORLEANS, airing on CBS today, September 11, 2018!

The Full List of Winners from the 2018 Creative Arts Emmys
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 10, 2018

The Television Academy tonight presented the 2018 Creative Arts Emmy Awards Ceremonies on Saturday and Sunday night honoring outstanding artistic and technical achievement in television at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. The Saturday ceremony, which kicked-off the 70th Emmys, awarded many talented artists and craftspeople in the categories of animation, scripted programming including comedy, drama and limited series. The Sunday ceremony honored performers, artists and craftspeople for excellence in variety, nonfiction or reality programming, reality competition programming, music, choreography, as well as documentary or nonfiction specials, informational series or specials.

Oliver! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Food, Glorious Food
Oliver!
I Shall Scream
Boy for Sale
That's Your Funeral
Where Is Love?
Consider Yourself
You've Got to Pick a Pocket or Two
It's a Fine Life
I'd Do Anything
Be Back Soon
Oom-Pah-Pah
My Name
As Long As He Needs Me
Who Will Buy?
Reviewing the Situation
Opening Credits
Food Glorious Food
Oliver!
I Shall Scream!
Boy For Sale
That's Your Funeral
Where is Love?
Consider Yourself
You've Got to Pick a Pocket Or Two
It's a Fine Life
I'd Do Anything
Be Back Soon
Oom-Pah-Pah
My Name!
As Long As He Needs Me
Where is Love? (Reprise)
Who Will Buy?
It's a Fine Life (Reprise)
Reviewing the Situation
Oliver! (Reprise)
As Long As He Needs Me (Reprise)
Reviewing the Situation (Reprise)
Finale
Oliver! has had 15 productions including West End which opened in 1960, Broadway which opened in 1963, Broadway which opened in 1963, Broadway which opened in 1965, Broadway which opened in 1965, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1976, Regional (US) which opened in 1979, Broadway which opened in 1984, Broadway which opened in 1984, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1994, West End which opened in 1994, West End which opened in 2009, UK Tour which opened in 2011, East Haddam, CT (Regional) which opened in 2018 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2023.
Best Director of a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Sam Mendes and Best Musical Revival (Olivier Awards) for Lionel Bart.

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