THE Hills truly were alive with the sound of music on Friday evening. Oliver! was a brilliant performance. West End, eat your heart out!

The whole cast were simply splendid. From Fagin, Nancy and dear little flat-capped Charlie! Bless him, he must have been so tired.

After the dreary winter and horrible news it was most exhilarating. The diction was faultless and the foot movements of dear Fagin simply superb.

Bless you all for a great evening.

AUDREY E GLASS, Graham Road, Malvern.