Later, in the 60s and 70s, he worked at the Oval in London. He turned a traditional youth provision into the home for a new arts movement which involved young people from Lambeth and the likes of Pierce Brosnan and Salman Rushdie. His obituary in The Guardian said: "Oliver's gift was to recognise the adventurous, anarchic spirit and give it house room". He had a total concern for young people and their wellbeing. He used the arts as a means to build their confidence, skills and understanding. He helped young people understand and value the arts - for arts sake. The perfect combination of youth work and arts work!
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