With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you recieve ticket(s) to "Oliver" at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, and accommodation at the hotel of your choice.
The new production at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane promises to be even more spectacular than ever before, starring Rowan Atkinson as Fagin, a cast and orchestra of over one hundred and an exciting new Nancy and Oliver. The sensational score is full of Lionel Bart’s irresistible songs including Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You've Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two, I'd Do Anything, Oom Pah Pah, As Long As He Needs Me and many more.
The musical is directed by Rupert Goold, based on Sam Mendes' 1994 staging, along with co-director and choreographer Matthew Bourne. It is designed by Anthony Ward; lighting by Paule Constable and sound is by Paul Groothuis, with orchestrations by William D Brohn and musical supervision by Martin Koch. It is produced by Cameron Mackintosh in association with the Southbrook Group Limited.
The 1994 London Palladium production of "OLIVER!" played 1,366 performances over three years and grossed more than £40 million at the box office breaking the then record for the longest run at that theatre.
Please Note : Rowan Atkinson will be on holiday from Thursday 26th March until Saturday 5th April 2009.
Travel
Nearest Underground: Covent Garden (Piccadilly line)
Turn Right from Covent Garden tube towards Covent Garden Plaza. Turn left around the Plaza and follow it round, taking the first left down Russell Street by The Royal Opera House. The Theatre Royal is on the junction of Russell Street and Catherine Street.
Travelcard Zone: 1
Rail: Charing Cross (Northern/ Bakerloo Lines)
Take the Northern Line to Leicester Square, change for the Piccadilly Line to Covent Garden (see above).
Nearest Car Park: NCP Drury Lane. Please note that parking in central London can be difficult and expensive. If possible please use public transport.
Access
Wheelchair Access: Yes (entrance through fire exit on Russell Street).
Hearing Impaired: Headsets available at foyer (best reception in centre Stalls and centre Circle).