The 2024 Olivier Awards: See the Nominees Live on Stage!
It’s that time of year again! One of the biggest nights in theatre, the Olivier Awards, will be here soon to celebrate the very best of British theatre. With the award ceremony taking place on Sunday 14 April at the Royal Albert Hall, we are so excited to see which of these outstanding plays and musicals are chosen for this prestigious award.
Experience many of the nominees live on stage for yourself and see why they are just so award-worthy.
Stranger Things: The First Shadow
Calling all Stranger Things and sci-fi fans! This gripping play will have you on the edge of your seat as you’re taken back to the very beginning of the Stranger Things story. Accoladed for its incredible special effects and production, this show is bound to whisk you away into another world.
Olivier Award nominations:
Noël Coward award for best new entertainment or comedy play
Best sound design
Best set design
Best lighting design
Sir Peter Hall award for best director
Tickets to see Stranger Things: The First Shadow at the Phoenix Theatre are on sale now! Book.
Guys & Dolls
In this immersive experience like no other, The Bridge Theatre transforms one of the greatest musicals of all time so that you feel fully wrapped up in the action, transported to the bustling streets of Havana. If you’re looking for a non-stop explosion of theatre, this is the show for you.
Olivier Award nominations:
Gillian Lynne award for best theatre choreographer
Best costume design
Best musical revival
Outstanding musical contribution
Best set design
Best lighting design
Best actor in a supporting role in a musical
Best actor in a musical
Best actress in a musical
Tickets to see Guys & Dolls at The Bridge Theatre are on sale now! Book.
Hadestown
Just earlier this year, this Tony and Grammy Award-winning much-awaited production opened its doors to an eager West End crowd and has made a huge impression. Hadestown’s triumphant story of hope, which intertwines the mythical with the everyday, is one that will leave you wanting more.
Olivier Award nominations:
Best musical revival
Tickets to see Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre are on sale now! Book.
Just For One Day
Featuring songs from a whole host of timeless artists, such as Bob Dylan, David Bowie and Diana Ross, this epic Live Aid musical explores unity and calmness in a world of chaos; a day where music brought the world together just for a moment. Here, you’ll be able to witness how rock ‘n’ roll changed the world.
Olivier Award nominations:
Outstanding musical contribution
An Enemy of the People
This bold, contemporary twist on a well-loved classic has wowed audiences since it opened in February. An epic tale of truth, power and greed, the timeless story takes you on a journey of surreal twists and turns, married together with an outstanding production.
Olivier Award nominations:
Best actor in a supporting role
Best actress in a supporting role
A Mirror
Following an acclaimed sell-out run, in this darkly hilarious play you’re invited to join the rebels as they try to exist and produce art in the intense, totalitarian state they live. With a stellar cast and brilliant production, this is an unmissable satire that will leave you stirring for days.
Olivier Award nominations:
Best actress in a supporting role
Tickets to see A Mirror at the Trafalgar Theatre are on sale now! Book.
Next to Normal
Prepared to be moved when experiencing this intimate, yet powerful, musical. Centered around a family and mental health, Next to Normal depicts mental illness in all its honest, fragile ways but with an infectious warmth. A must-experience exploration of emotions.
Olivier Award nominations:
Best actress in a supporting role in a musical
Best actor in a supporting role in a musical
Best actress in a musical
Best new musical
Tickets to see Next to Normal at Wyndham’s Theatre are on sale now! Book.
The Motive and the Cue
The Motive and the Cue offers a riveting portrayal of ambition and betrayal in the theatre world, making it a compelling must-see for those intrigued by the complexities of human nature and the pursuit of success.
Olivier Award nominations:
Sir Peter Hall award for best director
Best actor
Best new play
The Hills of California
In this emotionally resonant production, audiences are treated to a poignant portrayal of love, loss, and resilience, showcasing powerful storytelling and heartfelt performances that leave a lasting impact.
Olivier Award nominations:
Best new play
Best actress
Tickets to see The Hills of California at the Harold Pinter Theatre are on sale now! Book.
If you want even more theatre magic, don’t miss our full listings of theatre shows and musicals.
