Peter Oliver (theatre director)

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Peter Oliver (11 August 1926 – 18 September 2007) was a Welsh-born British actor, youth worker and theatre director.[1] He is known for transforming the Christ Church (Oxford) United Clubs youth club at Oval House into a notable theatre.[2]

After leaving Oval House, he acted with Pip Simmons and his company. In 1985, he emigrated to Canada with his wife, where he returned to social work.

References[edit]

  1. ^ Woddis, Carole (24 October 2007). "Obituary: Peter Oliver". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 23 September 2017.
  2. ^ Trussler, Simon (21 September 2000). The Cambridge Illustrated History of British Theatre. Cambridge University Press. ISBN 9780521794305.