Olivier Awards 2026: Who were the big winners?

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13 Apr 2026 • 4:18 AM MYT
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Olivier Awards 2026: Who were the big winners?

  • Paddington The Musical was the undisputed champion at the 2026 Olivier Awards, winning multiple categories including Best New Musical.
  • The musical's cast members James Hameed, Arti Shah, Victoria Hamilton-Barritt, and Tom Edden all received acting accolades, with Luke Sheppard also winning Best Director.
  • Rosamund Pike made a triumphant return to the stage after nearly 14 years, claiming the Best Actress award for her role in Inter Alia.
  • Jack Holden was named Best Actor for Kenrex, and Rachel Zegler won Best Actress in a Musical for her performance in Evita.
  • Other significant awards included James Graham's Punch for Best New Play, and All My Sons and Into The Woods for Best Revival and Best Musical Revival respectively.

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