The Society of London Theatre has announced the 2025 winners of its annual Olivier Awards – Industry Recognition Awards.

Since 2019, the Industry Recognition Award has been organised annually by the Society of London Theatre to recognise excellence in professional theatre. It shines a spotlight on inspirational individuals doing vital work, often behind the scenes, who have been a force for good and helped shape the industry.

The winners of the 2025 Olivier Awards Industry Recognition Awards are Rupert Bielby, Bryan Raven, and Sue Uings.

Rupert Bielby has won for his 37 years of outstanding leadership in West End theatre operations, shaping some of London’s most iconic venues. His dedication, particularly in guiding LW Theatres through the challenges of Covid and reopening, has left a lasting impact on the industry.

Bryan Raven has picked up the award for his transformative impact on the theatre sector, from leading White Light for over 25 years, to championing sustainability, and facilitating and training a new generation of technicians through his support for TheatreCraft and White Light’s apprenticeship programme.

Sue Uings has won the award for her exceptional contributions to theatre marketing and ticketing for some of the West End’s most iconic productions, including Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, and Miss Saigon. Her leadership and vision included pioneering educational and community activity for the original production of Cats, setting a new standard for the industry.

Video: Cameron Mackintosh pays tribute to Sue Uings

“Her leadership and vision included pioneering educational and community activity for the original production of Cats, setting a new standard for the industry, and many years of working on some of the West End’s most iconic productions, including Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera and Miss Saigon.” – Cameron Mackintosh

Society of London Theatre (SOLT) and UK Theatre Co-CEOs Claire Walker and Hannah Essex, said in a statement: “We are incredibly proud to honour this year’s recipients for their decades of dedication and service to our industry. These unsung heroes represent the absolute best of British theatre, and we are delighted to be able to celebrate their considerable work.”

The recipients will be honoured at a special Nominees Celebration event at The Londoner Hotel on 14 March 2025.

The winners of the 2025 Olivier Awards will be announced at a prestigious ceremony hosted by Beverley Knight and Billy Porter at the Royal Albert Hall on 6 April 2025, promising an evening of celebration, performances, and theatrical excellence.

Also see: Olivier Awards 2025 – Nominated shows to book right now in the West End

UPDATES (4 March 2025): Olivier Awards 2025 Nominations announced

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