Lionel Bart's Oliver! Auditions

By Appointment Only

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The streets of Victorian England roar to life as Oliver, an orphan, escapes his workhouse life and heads to London where finds acceptance amongst a group of petty thieves and pickpockets led by the elderly Fagin. When Oliver is captured for a theft that he did not commit, the benevolent victim, Mr. Brownlow, takes him in. Fearing the safety of his hideout, Fagin employs the sinister Bill Sikes and the sympathetic Nancy to kidnap him back, threatening Oliver’s chances of discovering the true love of a family. This Tony and Olivier Award-winning show is one of the few musicals to win an Academy Award for Best Picture and is widely hailed as a glorious theatrical masterpiece by actors and audience members alike!

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Roles for ALL Talent Levels, Old & Young ✨

 

Singing & Non-Singing Roles: Whether you're a vocal powerhouse or more comfortable with acting and movement, we have a place for you! Our production has a wide range of roles to match different abilities, ensuring that every performer shines in their unique way.

 

🎭 Flexible Schedule: We understand life can be busy, so we’re offering a flexible rehearsal schedule for Oliver! that works around your commitments. Whether you’re a student, or professional, or have a packed calendar, you can still be part of this exciting production!

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Light Schedule for Ensemble and Smaller Roles: Many cast members can enjoy a light rehearsal schedule, with fewer commitments than lead roles, making it easier to participate without overwhelming your time.

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Performance Dates: 2025 November 6th - 19th

Director: Corinne Gerwe​​​​​

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OPEN ROLES:

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BILL SIKES ____________________ Stage age 35. Vocal range Bass C#3/C4
Perhaps the most infamous graduate from Fagin's gang. Nancy's brutal and abusive boyfriend. Tip: The actor must be fearsome.​

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MR. BUMBLE _________________ Stage age 50. Vocal range Baritone C3/A4
The domineering Beadle (a minor official who carries out various civil, educational or ceremonial duties) who runs the workhouse. Pompous and self-absorbed, greedy and uncaring. He preaches Christian morality, but behaves without compassion towards the paupers in his care.
Tip: The actor must be able to be pompous and appear to over-power the other characters on stage. Good comedic timing.​

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NOAH CLAYPOLE ______________ Stage age 11-13, non-singing role
The Sowerberrys' apprentice, he bullies Oliver about his mother and enjoys a flirty relationship with Charlotte. A downright bully.
Tip: Is jealous of Oliver possibly taking over his position

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MR. BROWNLOW ______________ Stage age 45-50, non-singing role
A distinguished older gentleman of wealth and breeding.
Tip: The actor must be able to convey authority with gentleness and compassion.

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DR. GRIMWIG _________________ Stage age 45-50, non-singing role A silly doctor who thinks he knows more than he actually does. Tip: Good comedic timing.

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OLD SALLY____________________ Stage age 70-80, non-singing role A pauper with an important secret.
Tip: The actor must be able to convey a frail and old woman.

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MATRON _____________________ Stage age 60-70, non-singing role A friend of Old Sally’s. Works in the Workhouse.
Tip: Must be able to convey concern.

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CHAIRMAN AND GOVERNORS _______ Stage age 60s
All vocal ranges – you will have song lines in “Oliver” and chorus songs.​

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TOWNSPEOPLE CHORUSES: POSH (Upper Class) and COCKNEY (Lower Class)

Stage age 13 and up, all vocal ranges

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“Who Will Buy” featured Soloists​

• STRAWBERRY SELLER (soprano - Eb4/Eb5)

• MILK MAID (soprano - Eb4/F5)

• KNIFE GRINDER (baritone - Bb3/C4)