The shortlist has been revealed for the annual The Stage Awards 2024.

The awards celebrate theatrical achievements in West End, regional and fringe theatre in the UK and beyond.

Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony held on 29 January 2024 at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, London.

In the running for Theatre of the Year are Almeida Theatre, London; Birmingham Rep; Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, London; National Theatre, London; Sherman Theatre, Cardiff and Watermill Theatre, Newbury.

Submissions for the awards were opened up in October 2023, and anyone could submit suggestions. They were then supplemented by the views of a focus group of influential industry figures and senior writers for The Stage.

The shortlist and winners are decided by a judging panel that consists of Baz Bamigboye, entertainment columnist and international editor for Deadline; David Benedict, columnist, The Stage and critic, Variety; Lyn Gardner, associate editor, The Stage; Matthew Hemley, news editor, The Stage; Sam Marlowe, reviews editor, The Stage; Amanda Parker, columnist, The Stage, and arts consultant; Georgia Snow, chief reporter, The Stage; and lead judge, Alistair Smith, editor of The Stage).

Alistair Smith, editor of The Stage, said in a statement: “It’s wonderful to see such a diverse and widespread representation of exceptional talent in The Stage Awards shortlist. The recognition of organisations from different cities including Birmingham, Cardiff, Liverpool and Reading and across various performance mediums, ranging from traditional theatres to festivals, podcasts and online platforms, highlights the dynamic and evolving landscape of the performing arts in the UK. It is so encouraging to see so many varied organisations of all types continue to create outstanding work for audiences across the UK. Any of our shortlist are a testament to the creativity of, and dedication to, the industry and we look forward to celebrating with them all on January 29 at Theatre Royal, Drury Lane.”

The awards are in association with Tysers Live.

The Stage Awards 2024 – Full list of nominations

Theatre of the Year

Almeida Theatre, London
Birmingham Rep
Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, London
National Theatre, London
Sherman Theatre, Cardiff
Watermill Theatre, Newbury

Fringe Theatre of the Year
sponsored by encore insure

Little Angel Theatre, London
Orange Tree Theatre, London
Reading Rep Theatre

Theatre Building of the Year
sponsored by TAIT

Aviva Studios, Manchester
Roundhouse Works, London
Southwark Playhouse Elephant, London

Producer of the Year

Actors Touring Company
Ellie Keel Productions
Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru

Innovation Award
sponsored by Charcoalblue

Actors Touring Company and Greenwich+Docklands International Festival for The Architect
Mercury Theatre for I Really Do Think This Will Change Your Life
ZU-UK for Within Touching Distance

Digital Project of the Year
sponsored by Cabbells

Peut-Être Theatre for Audiomoves at the Zoo
Alastair White and Gemma A Williams for #CAPITAL
Parade-Fest and Artists on the Frontline for With Fire and Rage

Community Project of the Year
sponsored by Evolution Productions

Culture Collective
Theatre by the Lake for Every Brilliant Thing
LUNG, the North Wall and the University of Nottingham for Woodhill
Creu Cymru and Diverse Cymru for Hynt
Freelancers Make Theatre Work
Chickenshed for The Space Between Us programme

International Award
sponsored by Concord Theatricals

Battersea Arts Centre
Complicité
Transform, Leeds

Unsung Hero award
sponsored by Kindred Partners

Winner or winners to be announced at the ceremony

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