Music, lyrics and book adaptation for the musical Oliver! were written by Lionel Bart.
Hailed as one of the greatest musicals of all time, OLIVER!, based on the Charles Dickens novel "Oliver Twist", is the story of a young orphan boy who wanted more. Bringing Charles Dickens' beloved novel to life, Lionel Bart's Oliver! takes audiences on a wild adventure through Victorian England and London's underworld of theft and violence.
The brilliant musical score includes an array of favourite songs including: "Consider Yourself", "Food Glorious Food", "You've Got To Pick A Pocket Or Two", "As Long As He Needs Me", "I'd Do Anything", "Where Is Love?" and many more. OLIVER! is a musical classic - engagingly powerful and ultimately uplifting - an unforgettable story of a remarkable boy in search of love, family and his place in the world.