Olivier Awards 2025 Celebrates London's Theater Stars at Royal Albert Hall

The 2025 Laurence Olivier Awards, held at London's Royal Albert Hall, celebrated the best of theater with stars like Adrien Brody, Cate Blanchett, and John Lithgow in attendance. Hosted by Beverley Knight and Billy Porter, the ceremony awarded John Lithgow the Best Actor award for his role in 'Giant,' while Lesley Manville won Best Actress for her performance in 'Oedipus.' 'Giant' also received the Best New Play award, highlighting its exploration of author Roald Dahl's antisemitism. Musicals 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' and 'Fiddler on the Roof' triumphed with multiple awards, including Best New Musical and Best Musical Revival, respectively. Amid the festivities, discussions arose regarding dynamic ticket pricing, with concerns that it may limit access to theater for younger audiences. Additionally, the event showcased a glamorous red carpet with notable fashion statements from attendees, including a striking ensemble from Cate Blanchett and a classic look from Adrien Brody.