11th October 2015
Oliver - one of the best English musicals ever! Based upon the novel Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens - with music and lyrics by Lionel Bart.
This Island Savoyards production had to work really hard to stand up to the fabulous 1968 musical film version... That said, I am happy to report that this production was very, very good. I admit, no one can better Ron Moody and Oliver Reed from the film, but the troop did themselves proud. Great sets and costumes also helped to make this a very enjoyable show... nice way to spend a sunny Sunday afternoon in Shanklin. Great work!
Special shout out to Jesse Rann for her brilliant portrayal of Nancy and Brad Barnley who made Bill Sykes a force to be reckoned with!
10 out of 10!