Oliver!
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Lionel Bart
Oliver! is the beloved, high-spirited musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist, filled with memorable songs, lively ensemble numbers, and a story that has captivated audiences for generations.
About the Show
Young orphan Oliver Twist escapes a bleak life in a Victorian workhouse and finds himself on the bustling streets of London. Taken in by a group of pickpockets led by the cunning Fagin, Oliver encounters a world of danger, humor, and unexpected kindness. As he searches for family and belonging, Oliver crosses paths with unforgettable characters including the mischievous Artful Dodger, the menacing Bill Sikes, and the warm-hearted Nancy. Ultimately, Oliver’s journey reveals that compassion and hope can triumph even in the harshest of circumstances.
Performance Dates & Times
• Friday, June 19 at 7:00 PM
• Saturday, June 20 at 2:00 PM
• Sunday, June 21 at 2:00 PM
• Friday, June 26 at 7:00 PM
• Saturday, June 27 at 2:00 PM
• Sunday, June 28 at 2:00 PM
Venue
Belmont Secondary School, Langford (Greater Victoria, BC)
Cast
Oliver Twist - Julian Belanger
Fagin - Rob Friesen
The Artful Dodger - Keith Madden
Nancy - Kathryn Humphries
Bill Sykes - Spencer Ronnenkamp
Mr Bumble - Brian Thibodeau
Mrs Corney - Karmen McNamara
Bet - Grace Martin
Mrs Sowerberry - Jas Wong
Mr Sowerberry - Nette Martin
Mrs Bedwin - Chantelle Morrison
Charlotte - Kaiya Gibbs
Noah, Knife Grinder - Aster Champagne
Bear Spry - Laura Simons
Mr Grimwig - Jim Rabb
Charley Bates - Payton Martin
Old Sally - Shannon Demers
Rose Seller - Maia Niedjalski
Milkmaid - Raven Callejhas
Strawberry Seller - Alison Bendal
Ensemble
Callum Spivack, Camilo Bohigas, Luna-qi Myers-Weber, Madison McCann, Katraya Notheisz, Kate Payne, Carmen Turek, Norah Whiteside, Laurel Whiteside, Randi Power, Lincoln Davis, Isabella Martin, Ajax Yetman, Ava Biederman, Brianna Gilson, Maeve Harrison, Calli Hesketh, Kseniia Sinelnikova
Creative Team
Director: Sasha Moriarty-Schieven
Stage Manager: Andrea Black
Musical Director: Jeremy Notheisz
Choreographer: Calli Hesketh
Assistant Choreographer: Adira Winderlich