Hollywood Stars Dominate Nominations for Olivier Awards 2024

Leading the nominations is the acclaimed musical “Sunset Boulevard,” receiving a remarkable 11 nods, including best actress in a musical for Nicole Scherzinger and best actor in a musical for Tom Francis. The production, a revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic tale, has also secured nominations in all acting categories for a musical, along with nods for best musical revival and best director for Jamie Lloyd.

James Graham’s play “Dear England,” centered around Gareth Southgate, has earned nine nominations, with Joseph Fiennes receiving his first Olivier nod. The National Theatre emerges as the most nominated company, with multiple productions, including “Dear England,” “Hadestown,” and “The Effect,” recognized across various categories.

James Graham’s play “Dear England,” centered around Gareth Southgate, has earned nine nominations,

Television and film stars also shine bright in the nominations list, with James Norton recognized for “A Little Life” and Sarah Jessica Parker earning her debut Olivier nomination for “Plaza Suite,” where she stars alongside her husband Matthew Broderick. Parker’s performance has garnered critical acclaim, described as “a revelation” by reviewers.

Several one-person plays have received nominations, with Sarah Snook earning her first for “The Picture of Dorian Gray,” where she portrays 26 characters in the adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s classic novel. David Tennant’s portrayal of Macbeth at the Donmar Warehouse has also earned him a best actor nomination.

Haydn Gwynne receives a posthumous nomination for best actress in a supporting role for “When Winston Went to War with the Wireless.” Meanwhile, the categories for best new musical and best musical revival boast a lineup of strong contenders, including “The Little Big Things,” “Hadestown,” and “Sunset Boulevard.”

The annual awards ceremony is scheduled for April 14th at the Royal Albert Hall, with Hannah Waddingham set to host the star-studded event.

The Olivier Awards 2024 nominations celebrate the diversity and talent within the UK theatre industry, with Hollywood stars making significant contributions to the theatrical landscape. As anticipation builds for the awards ceremony, fans eagerly await to see who will emerge victorious in the highly competitive categories.