Absolutely. I think the book puts him as being from Peterborough. But I could be making that up!

Which means would he have a cockney accent anyway?


BTW - Go Jodie

The title mentions nothing except accents. The Olivers have accents, just as much as the Nancy's.

if he's chosen he will have to be trained to do a neutral accent as he sings in a strong Welsh accent. I was surprised he was chosen first (not because of his accent) but I think he's a bit small for Oliver - the second boy they chose seems much more suited to the role - Gwion looks too innocent - I don't think Oliver is meant to look so innocent.

Maybe I'm being too influenced by the film, but I too find Gwion a little small (how old is he?). Chester is much more my image of what Oliver would be like (although I'm rather biased, as he has always been my favourite Oliver... : ) and probably the right sort of age too.

I wonder whether Gwion would cope with changing his accent? Trained professionals are good at it, but for a kid who had grown up with that accent it might be difficult...