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In partnership with the Society of London Theatre.
Society of London Theatre.
Cunard is delighted to partner with the Society of London Theatre (SOLT), sponsoring the "Best Revival" award at SOLT’s biggest event, the annual Olivier Awards and to co-create the London Theatre at Sea event voyages. Established in 1908, the Society of London Theatre is an organisation that works with and on behalf of their members to champion theatre and the performing arts. They deliver a range of services both to assist their members and to promote theatregoing to the widest possible audience.
Photo: Actor Danny Dyer, Rebecca Fracknall, Director of 2019 'Best Revival Award' winner, 'Summer & Smoke' and Cunard Captain Inger Klein Thorhauge.
London Theatre at Sea.
Cunard and SOLT delve into our stage heritage to co-create a special crossing that will showcase Olivier Award winning talent both on and off stage. Enjoy insights from performers and creatives as we take you behind the scenes to explore the secrets of putting on a show. Hear unique insight lectures on London theatre, participate in workshops from award-winning design teams, or come and be a part of the on board dance group or West End choir. This voyage is a chance to experience the very best that London theatre has to offer and is a must for any theatre lover. Join us from 15-22 May 2022 on Queen Mary 2, sailing from New York to Southampton.
The Olivier Awards.
Established in 1976, the Olivier Awards celebrate the world-class status of London theatre, shine a spotlight on the finest performances and productions and are Britain’s most prestigious stage honours.
Cunard Best Revival Award 2022.
Cunard is delighted to be supporting the ‘Best Revival’ category at the Olivier Awards, which will take place at the Royal Albert Hall on 10 April 2022, hosted by Jason Manford and broadcast on ITV and Magic Radio. Established in 1976 by the Society of London Theatre, the Olivier Awards are London theatre's biggest and most prestigious night. This year's event, the first full-scale ceremony since 2019, has a sustainability focus - guests will be walking a 'Green Carpet' made of real, reusable grass, and Mastercard have pledged to plant a tree for every public ticket sold via Priceless.com.
The nominations for Cunard Best Revival this year are:
A Number at Old Vic Theatre
Constellations – Donmar Warehouse at Vaudeville Theatre
The Normal Heart at National Theatre - Olivier
The Tragedy Of Macbeth at Almeida Theatre
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