Oliver, glorious Oliver

Stars: Leongatha’s Jackson Patterson (right) was brilliant as Oliver and teamed well with the Artful Dodger, played by Tom Davie of Phillip Island on opening night last Friday in Wonthaggi.
Posted by SiteAdmin in Art & Entertainment on 01 Jun 2010 at 11:42 am

OLIVER opened in Wonthaggi on Friday night and is set to be one of the most successful shows yet, with ticket sales soaring.
Wonthaggi Theatrical Group’s president David Wall is expecting a huge rush on tickets following rave reviews after the weekend performances.
“It is a big musical with a huge cast including some 40 children and if it is anything like ticket sales were for Les Miserables (Wonthaggi’s award-winning musical) people will be queuing down the street for tickets once the word gets out,” Mr Wall said.
“This production is truly mind blowing, with 250 costumes, all handmade, a fabulous cast and while it is a cliché to say, it is one for the whole family,” he said.
Oliver showcases some of the most famous and much loved songs: “Food Glorious Food” and “Where is Love”, and Wonthaggi’s production is guaranteed to move you to smiles and tears.
The curtain opens with Oliver Twist, played on opening night by Leongatha’s own Jackson Patterson, making his stage debut in what is a huge role. Jackson’s a natural and plays the role with a confidence beyond his years and his stunning, sweet voice was a highlight delivering, “Where is Love” with such ease, moving not just his mother Jude to tears but many in the audience. It was a knockout!
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