Shani Wallis

OLIVER! Star Shani Wallis Releases Retrospective Collection of Early Recordings
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2026

A new collection of recordings is now available from Shani Wallis, who starred as Nancy in the 1968 film adaptation of Oliver! The new release is the first retrospective CD spotlighting the early recordings of the performer.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 23, 2026- First Look At Oscar-Winner Adrien Brody In THE FEAR OF 13 and More
by - Mar 23, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 23, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

Video: 92-Year-Old Shani Wallis Rehearses For BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT Appearance
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2026

Shani Wallis, who starred as Nancy in the 1968 film adaptation of Oliver!, recently went viral when she performed the musical number 'As Long as He Needs Me' on Britain's Got Talent.  Watch her rehearsal video here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 12, 2026- THE WILD PARTY Meets the Press and More
by - Mar 12, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 12, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Watch OLIVER! Star Shani Wallis Perform 'As Long As He Needs Me' at 92
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 11, 2026

After 70 years, Shani Wallis, who starred as Nancy in the 1968 film adaptation of Oliver!, returned to the stage at Blackpool's Winter Gardens for a performance of the musical number 'As Long as He Needs Me' for Britain's Got Talent. Watch as the 92-year-old impresses the judges with the performance.

Video: Watch Jenny Fitzpatrick Perform 'As Long As He Needs Me' From OLIVER! at Leeds Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023

Leeds Playhouse has released exclusive footage of the West End’s Jenny Fitzpatrick performing the ballad ‘As Long As He Needs Me’ from Lionel Bart’s Oliver!

Video: Watch Broadway Greats Sing OLIVER!'s 'As Long As He Needs Me'
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 25, 2023

Lionel Bart's Oliver! has been a household name since its premiere in 1960 but has not been seen on a New York City stage for nearly 40 years. While we await its return, study up on videos of some of the greatest performances of the show's most iconic anthem, Nancy's 'As Long As He Needs Me.'

42ND STREET Complete Recording Will Be Released on April 8
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2022

Jay commenced the first complete recording of the original version of the musical with the original orchestrations by Philip J. Lang at Abbey Road Studios, London on October 5 1996 and completed it at Clinton Recording Studios, New York on October 19 1996. This will be the first time it is released to the public.

Just In! Adele Reportedly in Talks for New OLIVER! Film
by Robert Diamond - Sep 4, 2017

According to The Sun, pop star Adele is in talks to play Nancy in an upcoming new film adaptation of the hit musical, OLIVER!

Never Before Has a Boy Wanted More! OLIVER! Movie to Conduct Nationwide Search for Leading Lads; Toby Haynes to Direct
by Jessica Showers - Jul 23, 2015

As previously reported, a 'grittier' big screen version of Lionel Bart's OLIVER! is aiming to start production next year in London, via Cameron Mackintosh and Working Title Films. Now, the Daily Mail writes that the filmmakers are planning a nationwide search for the title role and The Artful Dodger.

'Grittier' OLIVER! Reboot Headed to the Big Screen Soon?
by Jessica Showers - Jul 2, 2015

Film, glorious film! According to the Daily Mail, a 'grittier' big screen version of Lionel Bart's OLIVER! will likely go into production next year, via Cameron Mackintosh and Working Title Films.

Paley Center Celebrates Mary Rodgers with ONCE UPON A MATTRESS and FEATHERTOP Screenings Today
by Movies News Desk - Jul 19, 2014

Paley Presents will host 'A Celebration of Mary Rodgers' today, July 19, 2014, beginning at 2 pm in New York City.

Paley Center to Celebrate Mary Rodgers with ONCE UPON A MATTRESS and FEATHERTOP Screenings, 7/19
by Movies News Desk - Jul 1, 2014

Paley Presents will host 'A Celebration of Mary Rodgers' on Saturday, July 19, 2014, beginning at 2 pm in New York City.

Musicals About Clinton, Oprah, Wikipedia, Zombies and More at the Center of NYMF 2014, Running 7/7-27
by BWW News Desk - Jun 2, 2014

The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) has announced the full lineup of productions, concerts, readings and special events for its 11th annual festival. This year's Festival will begin July 7th and continue through July 27th.

Kritzerland Debuts Limited Edition Original Broadway Cast Recording of A TIME FOR SINGING
by BWW News Desk - Mar 14, 2013

Kritzerland has announced a new limited edition cast album, the first-ever CD release for: A TIME FOR SINGING, Original Broadway Cast Recording, with Music by John Morris and Lyrics by Gerald Freedman and John Morris.

OCPAC's 'Free Movie Mondays' Continues with Musical OLIVER!, 7/26
by BWW News Desk - Jul 26, 2010

The Orange County Performing Arts Center's enormously popular 'FREE Movie Mondays' on the community plaza continues its series with a big-screen presentation of the 1968 musical OLIVER! on Monday, July 26. The film is based on the hit 1960 stage musical of the same name (and exclamation point) with book, music and lyrics written by Lionel Bart. The film was nominated for 11 Academy Awards in 1969, winning 6 statues including Best Director (Carol Reed) and Best Picture. OCPAC's screening of OLIVER! is co-presented with media sponsor KCRW.

OCPAC's 'Free Movie Mondays' Continues with Musical OLIVER!, 7/26
by Michael L. Quintos - Jul 25, 2010

The Orange County Performing Arts Center's enormously popular 'FREE Movie Mondays' on the community plaza continues its series with a big-screen presentation of the 1968 musical OLIVER! on Monday, July 26. The film is based on the hit 1960 stage musical of the same name (and exclamation point) with book, music and lyrics written by Lionel Bart. The film was nominated for 11 Academy Awards in 1969, winning 6 statues including Best Director (Carol Reed) and Best Picture. OCPAC's screening of OLIVER! is co-presented with media sponsor KCRW.

Musicals on Television Presented at MTR, Sept. 22-25
by BWW News Desk - Aug 17, 2005

New York's Museum of Television and Radio will host a 3-day retrospective called Musicals on Television, with a number of rare gems available for viewing

Oliver Runs at Westchester Broadway Theatre April 28 - July 2
by BWW News Desk - Apr 26, 2005