Delta Youth Theatre (DYT) is proud to bring Lionel Bart’s classic musical, Oliver Jr. to the Equinox Theatre stage at South Delta Secondary, Nov. 29 to Dec. 8.
The oft cruel streets of Victorian England – marked by aching poverty and a deep desire for love and connection – will come to life when DYT delivers this musical production based on the Charles Dickens novel, Oliver Twist, and adapted from the full-length musical by Bart.
The show follows a young orphan named Oliver Twist, who dreams of finding where he truly belongs. With famous songs such as, Consider Yourself, I’d Do Anything, and As Long As He Needs Me, Oliver!, became a Tony, Olivier and Academy Award-winning production in both theatre and film mediums.
“There’s no doubt why this piece has stood the test of time,” says artistic director Tony Barton. “There is still relevance to this material today.”
DYT is a pre-professional youth theatre program based in South Delta. The program is designed for an ensemble of dedicated students who want to learn from professionals and to have fun in a focused and safe environment.
The theatre company has an innovative four-cast show model which maximizes opportunities for its students.
DYT looks to challenge all performers equally and we try to strike a balance between using the talents and skills that they bring while encouraging them to lean into their areas of growth.
In addition to providing on-stage experiences, DYT offers opportunities for students and young adults to get involved behind the curtain.
“It’s been fun to see our students discover the rich character work that is possible in this play. I don’t think they expected to be moved and challenged in the ways they were, but their commitment has paid off,” says co-founding director, Tracy Neff.
Audiences are in for a treat when they see these talented students dance, sing and act their hearts out in the 90-minute version of this timeless musical.
Tickets are available at: www.deltayouththeatre.com.
