Musicals

Oliver! Tickets

Cast performing a lively scene from the musical Oliver! on stage with vibrant costumes.

Two actors on stage performing a scene from the musical Oliver!

Child holding a bowl towards a man in a theatrical scene from Oliver!

Performer in colorful costume holding a cane on stage during Oliver! musical.

Duration

2 hr 40 min

Witness a brutal and bold take on Oliver Twist, as it takes you through the dark alleys of London!

Good for

Fans of Oliver Twist | Lovers of Charles Dickens

4.8/5

(296)

Willem

Nov 2025

Verified booking

5/5

It was really professional , the scenery was beautiful, the acting and singing and dancing were great. I cried my eyes out. I love the story it is funny and warm and the Oliver character (played by Ryo Appadu))was touching. Loved the almost sweet interpretation of Fagin and Dodger was lovely too!!! This was the highlight of my London trip, thank you guys.

Susan

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The cast was excellent, the sets were amazing! This musical came out when I was 6 years old and I've loved it ever since. My only (very tiny) criticism would be that I felt that some of the songs, especially the ballad sung by Nancy and "Who Will Buy" felt a little too rushed to me and maybe lost a little of their poignancy as a result.

Raymond

Nov 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Our first time at a London theater. We love everything about stage productions. This was amazing for us. A truly enjoyable experience. We felt the actors were enjoying it as well. That makes it double the fun. We obeyed and didn't take any pictures of the production.

Written by Charles Dickens, Oliver Twist was critically acclaimed for exposing the cruel treatment of orphans during the mid-19th century and also its unromantic portrayal of the lives of criminals. Award-winning dramatist Bryony Lavery has adapted this tale in conjunction with Leeds Playhouse to put disabled artists on center stage. Amy Leach, who has directed The Wonderful Wizard of OZ, The Shelter, and We All Fall Down is all set to direct the production which promises to dazzle audiences from across the world!

The story

Born into a poor family, Oliver Twist is left orphaned after his father’s mysterious disappearance and his mother’s death during childbirth. Oliver finds a home in a sweatshop, where he is mistreated. Soon, however, Oliver encounters Artful Dodger and Fagin and joins their troupe of pickpockets. He revels in this new exciting and adventurous life as a criminal. His happiness, however, is short-lived and he finds himself falling under the influence of the vile Bill Sykes. Will Oliver be able to turn around a life filled with misfortune and poverty?

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What our guests say
Willem
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
It was really professional , the scenery was beautiful, the acting and singing and dancing were great. I cried my eyes out. I love the story it is funny and warm and the Oliver character (played by Ryo Appadu))was touching. Loved the almost sweet interpretation of Fagin and Dodger was lovely too!!! This was the highlight of my London trip, thank you guys.
Raymond
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Our first time at a London theater. We love everything about stage productions. This was amazing for us. A truly enjoyable experience. We felt the actors were enjoying it as well. That makes it double the fun. We obeyed and didn't take any pictures of the production.
Michelle
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
energetic performances, especially by Nancy and Fagin.
David
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Outstanding show, especially Oliver, Fegan and Nancy
Michelle
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We enjoyed the whole performance!

Show details

Genre: Musical

Audience: Strictly for 3+

Theater name: Gielgud Theatre

Find the best seats in the house with the Gielgud Theatre seating plan

Theater facilities: Toilets, bar, cloakroom

Theater accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, guide dogs allowed, hearing assistance, ramp, accessible restrooms

Dress code: Smart casual

Cast & crew

Leading Roles: Simon Lipkin as Fagin, Shanay Holmes as Nancy, Aaron Sidwell as Bill Sikes, Billy Jenkins as the Artful Dodger, Philip Franks as Mr. Brownlow

Director and Choreographer: Matthew Bourne

Co-Director: Jean-Pierre van der Spuy

Designer: Lez Brotherston

Lighting Designer: Paule Constable and Ben Jacobs

Sound Designer: Adan Fisher

Video Designer: George Reeve

Orchestrations: William David Brohn

Adapted by: Stephen Metcalfe

Musical Supervisor: Graham Hurman

Additional tips

Most theaters are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.

Children (under 16’s) must be accompanied by an adult.