Overview
- 'Giant,' a play confronting Roald Dahl's antisemitic views, won Best New Play, with John Lithgow and Elliot Levey recognized for their performances.
- Lesley Manville received the Best Actress award for her role as Jocasta in 'Oedipus,' and Imelda Staunton earned her fifth Olivier for Best Actress in a Musical for 'Hello, Dolly!'.
- 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' won three awards, including Best New Musical and Best Actor in a Musical for John Dagleish.
- The revival of 'Fiddler on the Roof' also secured three awards, including Best Musical Revival, highlighting its enduring relevance.
- Eline Arbo won Best Director for 'The Years,' and Romola Garai took Best Supporting Actress for her role in the same production.