More than 40 young performers, aged five to 18, are involved in the production, which features a host of evergreen songs such as Food Glorious Food, Where is Love? Who Will Buy?, Consider Yourself and Reviewing the Situation.
Based on the Charles Dickens classic Oliver Twist, the show, with words and lyrics by Lionel Bart, is a tale of Victorian orphans, workhouses, crime and tragedy.
Some of the key players are Joanna Stallard, as Nancy, Beth Evans as Bet, Wilf Wort as the villainous Bill Sykes, Rhys Penge as Oliver, Charlie Hackforth as The Artful Dodger, Connor Phillips as Mr Bumble; Holly Broadbent as Widow Corney, Megan Howlett as Mrs Sowerberry and Will Edwards as Mr Sowerberry.
Guest starring from the adult operatic group is Christopher Sims as the scheming and charismatic Fagin.
The Young ‘Uns are delighted to welcome their new artistic director, Christine Dukes. Christine, who was artistic director of the Youth Theatre at the Stiwt in Rhos for 14 years, brings a wealth of skills and experience to her new role.
Musical director is Elen Mair Roberts and there is full orchestral support. Production co-ordinator is Deirdre Smith.
Shows are at 7.30pm on Thursday 6, Friday 7 and Saturday 8, February, with a matinee on the Saturday at 2.30pm.
Tickets are available from Llangollen Tourist Information Centre (01978 860828), Jades Hair and Beauty, Gwyn Davies, Butcher, or Stella Bond (01978 860441). Tickets cost £8 for adults and £5 for concessions.
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