The Olivier Awards

The Olivier Awards (1984- )

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The Olivier Awards is an annual awards ceremony that is widely recognised as the most prestigious stage honours event on the UK calendar.

The awards are given to individuals involved in West End productions and other leading non-commercial theatres based in London across a range of categories covering plays, musicals, dance, opera and affiliate theatre.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (120 min)

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2025-04-06The Olivier Awards 2025Apr 6, 2025
2024-04-14The Olivier Awards 2024Apr 14, 2024
2023-04-02The Olivier Awards 2023Apr 2, 2023
2022-04-10The Olivier Awards 2022Apr 10, 2022
2020-10-25The 2020 Olivier AwardsOct 25, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Olivier Awards premiere?

The Olivier Awards premiered in 1976.

Who created The Olivier Awards?

The Olivier Awards were created by the Society of London Theatre.

What is the purpose of The Olivier Awards?

The Olivier Awards are held annually to recognize and honor excellence in professional theater in the United Kingdom.

How many categories were awarded during the 1984 Olivier Awards?

In 1984, The Olivier Awards had 19 categories.

Who hosted The Olivier Awards in 1984?

The 1984 Olivier Awards were hosted by Prunella Scales and Joss Ackland.

Which play won the award for Best New Play in 1984?

The award for Best New Play in 1984 was won by "Plenty" by David Hare.

Who won the award for Best Actor in 1984?

In 1984, the award for Best Actor went to Michael Gambon for his role in "A View from the Bridge."

Which actress won the award for Best Actress in 1984?

The award for Best Actress in 1984 was won by Peggy Ashcroft for her performance in "Strange Interlude."

Which musical won the award for Best New Musical in 1984?

The Best New Musical award in 1984 went to "The Hired Man" by Melvyn Bragg and Howard Goodall.

Who won the award for Best Director in 1984?

In 1984, the award for Best Director was won by Richard Eyre for his work on "Guys and Dolls."

Which actor won the award for Best Supporting Actor in 1984?

The award for Best Supporting Actor in 1984 was won by Ian Charleson for his role in "Aristocrats."

Who won the award for Best Supporting Actress in 1984?

In 1984, the award for Best Supporting Actress went to Barbara Leigh-Hunt for her performance in "The Countess."

Which play won the award for Best Revival in 1984?

The award for Best Revival in 1984 was won by "The Rivals" by Richard Brinsley Sheridan.

Who won the award for Best New Comedy in 1984?

The award for Best New Comedy in 1984 was won by "Noises Off" by Michael Frayn.

Which actress won the award for Best Comedy Performance in 1984?

The award for Best Comedy Performance in 1984 was won by Patricia Routledge for her role in "Noises Off."

Who won the award for Best Choreography in 1984?

In 1984, the award for Best Choreography was won by Gillian Lynne for "Cats."

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Also known as

  • The Society of West End Theatre Awards
  • The Laurence Olivier Awards

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