About Oliver! at the Gielgud Theatre

Oliver! at the Gielgud Theatre is Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Lionel Bart’s musical, opening in London on Saturday 14 December 2024 after a sold-out season at Chichester Festival Theatre. It is directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne, with co-direction from Jean-Pierre van der Spuy.

The Olivier, Tony and Oscar-winning musical brings Charles Dickens’ story of the boy who asked for more to the stage. Its score includes Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two, I’d Do Anything, Oom Pah Pah and As Long As He Needs Me.

Key facts: A Cameron Mackintosh and Chichester Festival Theatre production, with direction and choreography by Matthew Bourne and co-direction from Jean-Pierre van der Spuy.

Before you book

The show is recommended for ages 7+. No refunds or exchanges are available after purchase.

Venue

Gielgud Theatre: Shaftesbury Avenue, Soho, London, W1D 6AR.

Accessibility: For accessibility information, please contact 0344 482 5137.

Current cast

Simon Lipkin plays Fagin, with Matt Lucas due to play the role from 22 September to 1 November 2026. Shanay Holmes plays Nancy, Aaron Sidwell plays Bill Sikes, Billy Jenkins plays the Artful Dodger and Philip Franks plays Mr Brownlow.

Description supplied by the event organiser.