Oliver tickets: What you need to know about the smash-hit West End revival and how to find tickets
Consider yourself at home as Lionel Bart's beloved musical version of Charles Dickens's novel makes a spectacular return to the West End. Oliver! follows the adventures of the titular orphan, who grows up in a cruel workhouse, is apprenticed to a strict undertaker, and, thanks to the Artful Dodger, falls in with a gang of young thieves.
Oliver finds a family of a kind with this troupe, who teach him how to pickpocket and introduce him to their leader: the cunning fence Fagin. He also meets the spirited Nancy and her abusive lover, the violent criminal Bill Sykes. Finally, Oliver learns the surprising truth about his family origins.
The thrilling tale set in London's winding backstreets and teeming pubs bursts into musical life thanks to Bart's rousing adaptation, which has been a firm favourite with audiences ever since its 1960 premiere. That is also down to the indelible Oliver musical songs, including Food, Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, I'd Do Anything, Reviewing the Situation, and Nancy's stirring number As Long As He Needs Me.
Following a 14-year absence, Oliver! is once again back in the West End in an acclaimed revival produced by Cameron Mackintosh and directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne.
How to buy tickets for Oliver!
You can find seats for the London production of Oliver! on Telegraph Tickets. Check the site for the latest prices.
The cast
Oliver! has always attracted top-notch casts, eager to embody Dickens's vividly drawn characters. They have included Ron Moody, Jonathan Pryce, Rowan Atkinson, Patti LuPone, Marti Webb, and Barry Humphries.
The current cast of Oliver! is led by the Olivier Award-nominated Simon Lipkin as Fagin. Lipkin's numerous credits include West End musicals Avenue Q, Elf and Rock of Ages, and the Nativity! film series. The production also features Shanay Holmes (Get Up Stand Up!, Miss Saigon) as Nancy, as well as the incredible young actors playing Oliver Twist.
This London revival also has new revisions which have been implemented by producer Cameron Mackintosh, the man behind major hits such as Les Misérables, Cats, The Phantom of the Opera, Mary Poppins, and Hamilton. Oliver! is directed and choreographed by the legendary Matthew Bourne, who created a dance revolution with his male swans in Swan Lake.
The details
Where is Oliver! playing?
Oliver! runs at the Gielgud Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue in the heart of the West End, close to Piccadilly Circus, Chinatown and numerous other theatres.
How long is Oliver! running for?
Oliver! is currently booking to March 29 2026.
What is the minimum age for Oliver!?
The age recommendation for Oliver! is 7+.
Does Oliver! have accessible performances?
Yes, the show runs some audio-described and captioned performances. Upcoming dates can be found on the theatre website.
The review
'This rousing revival of Lionel Bart's musical comes to the West End – form an orderly queue and prepare for dollops of theatrical delight... An undeniable triumph.' Read the full Telegraph review
FAQs
Who played Oliver in the musical?
Part of the fun of booking Oliver tickets London is that you'll be treated to a lead performance by one of several brilliant young performers, who take it in turns. The four West End Olivers are Cian Eagle-Service, Raphael Korniets, Jack Philpott, and Odo Rowntree-Bailley.
Who wrote Oliver the musical?
Oliver! was created by the extraordinary British writer and composer Lionel Bart. He created the book, lyrics and music, and won a Tony Award for the latter. In a varied career, he also collaborated with Tommy Steele, Cliff Richard and Shirley Bassey, and wrote James Bond theme song From Russia with Love.
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