The nominations for the 2025 Olivier Awards, celebrating the best of British theatre, have been revealed. Fiddler on the Roof is the frontrunner, garnering a remarkable 13 nominations. The awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, April 6th, at the Royal Albert Hall, hosted by Beverley Knight and Billy Porter, with a highlights package airing on ITV and Magic Radio.
Here’s the Lowdown: Fiddler on the Roof is up for Best Musical Revival, Best Director (Jordan Fein), Best Actor in a Musical (Adam Dannheisser), Best Actress in a Musical (Lara Pulver), and numerous other awards. Giant and The Years are tied for the most nominations for a play, with five each. Notable nominees include recent Oscar-winner Adrien Brody (Best Actor for The Fear of 13) and Imelda Staunton (Best Actress in a Musical for Hello, Dolly!).
What This Means Now: The nominations show a year of strong performances and creative productions in London theatre. The wide range of nominated shows and performers demonstrates the vibrancy and diversity of the current scene.
The Bigger Picture: The Olivier Awards are the UK’s most prestigious theatre awards. The 2025 nominations reflect a year of both new works and revivals. Fiddler on the Roof’s dominance highlights the enduring power of classic musicals, while the multiple nominations for plays like Giant and The Years show the strength of new writing. Public tickets for the event are available through priceless.com.
