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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.
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 took 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.
The nominations for Cunard Best Revival this year were:
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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