Oliver!
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Oliver, an orphan in a workhouse, becomes the apprentice of an undertaker, then escapes to find acceptance amongst a band of pickpockets led by the criminal Fagin. When he is captured for a theft he did not commit, the victim, Mr. Brownlow, takes him in. Fagin, fearing the discovery of his hideout, has Oliver kidnapped, threatening the boy’s chances of discovering the true love of family. With spirited songs like “Food, Glorious Food,” and “Consider Yourself,” Oliver! is widely hailed as a theatrical masterpiece.
“Gateway’s production will feature a cast of 24 actors, including 11 youth, and will be full of incredible dancing and stunning musical numbers choreographed by the talented Nicol Spinola with musical direction by Sean Bayntun. The production itself will be directed by Josh Epstein, a Gateway Theatre alumni who acted in the 1992 Gateway production of Oliver!” said Barbara Tomasic, Gateway Theatre’s Executive Artistic Director. “Presenting Oliver! during the holiday season offers a heartwarming alternative to traditional festive shows. Its themes of hope, family, and redemption resonate deeply, making it a perfect fit for audiences seeking meaningful storytelling during this time of year.”
Performances are from December 12, 2024, to January 4, 2025 with Opening Night on Friday, December 13. Gateway Theatre aims to make theatre accessible to all and offers special performances including:
- Pay-What-You-Will Preview on Thursday, December 12
- Open Experience on December 21 during the 1pm matinee
- 2 for 1 Night (BOGO)– on Thursday, December 19th (2 for 1 tickets)
- VocalEye Live Audio Description performance on December 28 during the 1pm matinee.
Also stay tuned for more information about:
- Alumni Night – for past performers at Gateway!
- A special New Year’s Eve Toast at the 7:30pm December 31 performance.
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