Olivier Awards 2026 winners

In a glittering ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall, the Olivier Awards recognized a year of exceptional achievement in British theater. 'Paddington the Musical' took home seven prizes, including Best New Musical, while Rachel Zegler won Best Actress in a Musical for her critically acclaimed role in 'Evita.' Paapa Essiedu secured the Best Actor award, further solidifying his status as one of the industry's rising talents.

The event marked a triumphant return to prime-time television for the awards, highlighting the continued vitality and cultural importance of the London stage.