Oliver! JR delivers Dickensian delights

Prep children at Bridgewater School proudly present their production of Oliver! JR.

This year, as an alternative to the traditional Christmas play, our Key Stage 2 children delighted audiences with their production of Oliver! JR.

Based on the novel Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens and adapted from the full-length show by Lionel Bart who wrote the book, music and lyrics, this musical production brings the streets of Victorian England to life as we follow the adventures of a trusting young orphan named Oliver Twist who dreams of finding where he truly belongs.

“Please sir I want some more.” Through these famous words asking for a bit more gruel, the malnourished Oliver is cast out of the grim 19th century workhouse where he lives. The young boy subsequently falls in with a friendly gang of pickpockets and their leader, Fagin. Oliver later discovers he is not fit for a life of crime, and discovers the life he was meant to live all along.

The junior cast, whose ages range from 7 to 11 years, performed wonderfully in this ambitious production of the Tony and Olivier Award-winning theatre show. From the first rousing rendition of ‘Food Glorious Food’, the children came alive on stage and we are incredibly proud of all they achieved.

Mr Rooney, Head of the Prep Department and Deputy Head says: “The cast and crew have worked incredibly hard to bring this story to life. All the children performed wonderfully well and this is testament both to their commitment and the superb efforts of our drama and music department. We think they deserve a standing ovation for all their work.”

Our highly experienced teaching team is committed to bringing hidden talent and undiscovered potential out into the light.


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