Hull Truck Theatre presents
Oliver Twist
- Written by Charles Dickens
- Adapted by Deborah McAndrew
PLEASE, SIR, I WANT SOME MORE…
Join young Oliver Twist on the adventure of a lifetime in this festive adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic novel.
Born into a life of poverty, raised in a workhouse and sold into an apprenticeship, Oliver escapes to London where he is befriended by the charismatic Artful Dodger and recruited into Fagin’s band of pickpockets and thieves.
After sinking into the grimy criminal underworld, Oliver is presented with an opportunity to change his fate… but will this be his chance to finally find a loving family and a place to call home?
Jam packed with songs and dance, including traditional much-loved carols, folk tunes and original music, Deborah McAndrew’s dramatic and highly theatrical adaptation returns to Hull Truck Theatre in another enchanting and mesmerising production.
The perfect alternative to pantomime over the holidays, magically captivating audiences of all ages.
Recommended Age: 7+
Oliver Twist is proudly supported by Hull Trains.
Fri 28 November - Sun 04 January
VenueStage 1, Hull Truck Theatre
Tickets£35 - £11
Concessions Available
PLEASE, SIR, I WANT SOME MORE…
Join young Oliver Twist on the adventure of a lifetime in this festive adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic novel.
Born into a life of poverty, raised in a workhouse and sold into an apprenticeship, Oliver escapes to London where he is befriended by the charismatic Artful Dodger and recruited into Fagin’s band of pickpockets and thieves.
After sinking into the grimy criminal underworld, Oliver is presented with an opportunity to change his fate… but will this be his chance to finally find a loving family and a place to call home?
Jam packed with songs and dance, including traditional much-loved carols, folk tunes and original music, Deborah McAndrew’s dramatic and highly theatrical adaptation returns to Hull Truck Theatre in another enchanting and mesmerising production.
The perfect alternative to pantomime over the holidays, magically captivating audiences of all ages.
Recommended Age: 7+
Oliver Twist is proudly supported by Hull Trains.
Event Details
Running Time: 2 hours 10 mins (inc. a break)
Recommended Age: 7+
Content Guidance: This production of Oliver Twist remains true to the spirit and language of Charles Dickens’ original 19th-century text, reflecting the social conditions and attitudes of that time period. The story includes themes of poverty, crime, child exploitation, and abuse, which are presented with sensitivity and historical authenticity.
There are depictions of violence and child cruelty and unseen action of murder.
There will be haze, a gunshot sound and flashing lights used at certain points during the performance. Please see experience guide for full details.
Pay What You Can Performance: 28 Nov, 7pm. Tickets from just £5 per person. Max 6 per customer.
Group Discount: Groups 8+ 10% off all tickets.
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School Bookings: please note that we hold tickets at morning performances for school groups - please email lizi.perry@hulltruck.co.uk for full availability.
Green Travel Incentive: please CLICK HERE to read the full list of terms & conditions for the Green Rail Travel Incentive 2025.
Audio Flyer
Relaxed - Fri 12 Dec, 7pm, Tue 16 Dec, 10.15am & Sat 3 Jan, 2pm
Click here for the Oliver Twist Experience Guide.
Baby Friendly - Fri 5 Dec, 11am (For those with babies under 18 months) - for more info click here.
Audio Described - Sat 27 Dec, 2pm (Audio Introduction Notes available closer to the show date)
Audio Describer Jill Quarmby
Touch Tour (for blind and visually impaired customers attending the Audio Described show) - Sat 27 Dec, 12.30pm (places must be booked in advance with the Box Office or when prompted during the online booking process)
BSL Interpreted - Wed 17 Dec, 10.15am & Sun 21 Dec, 6pm
BSL Interpreter Dave Wycherley. BSL flyer below.
Captioned (Open) - Sun 21 Dec, 6pm
Live captions provided by Claire McIntyre
For more information about what the above access shows include, please click here and scroll down the page.
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Alyce Liburd
Nancy / N.Claypole
Lisa Howard
Fagin / Old Sally
Christopher D. Hunt
Bill Sikes / Policeman
William Relton
Mr Sowerberry / Mr Brownlow
Alison Fitzjohn
Mrs Sowerberry / Widow Corney / Mrs Bedwin
Andrew Whitehead
Mr Bumble /Justice Fang / Mr Grimwig / Officer
Jessica Jolleys
Agnes / Charlotte / Bet / Rose
Robin McIntyre
Ensemble / Swing Cover
CREATIVE TEAM
Based on the novel by Charles Dickens
Writer Deborah McAndrew
Director Mark Babych
Composer & Musical Director John Biddle
Set Design Patrick Connellan
Costume Design Siân Thomas
Sound Design Mathew Clowes
Lighting Design Jessie Addinall
Movement Director Jon Beney
Puppet Maker John Barber
Casting Director Olivia Barr
Young Company Directors: Joe Beckett, Sophie Huckstep
Young Company Chaperones: Laura Grey, Abigail Waud