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‘Oliver’ is currently running at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane and stars reality TV winner Jodie Prenger and Rowan Atkinson. 

Probably one of Charles Dickens best loved novels, it has been a West End hit before, most recently at the Palladium in 1994, but never has it been under such public scrutiny as Lionel Bart’s current revival presented by Cameron Mackintosh. Jodie Prenger won the coveted role of Nancy in the BBC show ‘I’d Do Anything’. The public choice has once again proved to be the right one, following on from Connie Fisher’s huge success as Maria in ‘The Sound of Music.’ 

Jodie undoubtedly brings the caring warmth to Nancy that Dickens originally wrote about. The sometimes girlfriend of Bill Sykes, feels nothing but pity for the orphan boys in Fagin’s dubious care. And when Oliver is bought into the fold, she sees in him as an innocent in need of saving. Her desire to help him, lands her in big trouble with the evil Sykes. It is the tragedy of Victorian England with the motherless boys at the mercy of villains and thieves. For most of them, like the Artful Dodger, they are able to make the most out of their street life and for most, it is a more bearable existence than the alternative option of a work house. 

All the boys in this production are delightfully played and bring the stage alive with their terrific acting and the sense of camaraderie. 

Directed by Rupert Goold, ‘Oilver’ is a great family show full of some of the best loved musical numbers, including ‘I’d do Anything’, ‘Food Glorious Food’, ‘Consider Yourself’ and ‘As Long as He Needs Me.’ The life and colour of the set is a real eye opener and Victorian England is bought to glorious life with the superb staging and costume. 

The cast of ‘Oliver’ light up the stage with some truly great performances. Rowan Atkinson, as suspected, is funny as Fagin and although he will not be remembered for his singing, his portrayal of one of Dickens’ famous characters is well worth a visit.

Concierge Desk are proud to be able to offer Oliver tickets for for this magical West End musical.

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