Sunday 15 April 2012

THE OLIVIER AWARDS RED CARPET, SUNDAY 15TH APRIL 2012

The Olivier Awards with MasterCard on Sunday 15 April 2012
A star-studded night of awards and unique entertainment for all to enjoy

• A spectacular show with unique musical performances plus special guest stars including Ronan Keating
• Dame Monica Mason, outgoing Director of the Royal Ballet, is to join Sir Tim Rice as a Special Award winner
• Extensive live uninterrupted coverage from the BBC on television (via the Red Button) and on BBC Radio 2, and streamed live online around the world
• Free public Covent Garden event with live show relay and West End entertainment

The most prestigious event in the UK theatrical calendar, the 36th Olivier Awards with MasterCard will offer a star-studded night of awards and exclusive entertainment at the Royal Opera House on Sunday 15 April hosted by West End stars Michael Ball and Imelda Staunton.

The illustrious list of presenters includes Hayley Atwell, Douglas Booth, Zach Braff, Jim Carter, Tom Chambers, Tyne Daly, Jack Davenport, Jonathan Edwards, Susannah Fielding, Vittorio Grigolo, Lenny Henry, Ronan Keating, Katherine Kelly, Harry Lloyd, James McAvoy, Natascha McElhone, Laurie Metcalf, Elaine Paige, Dan Stevens, Sir Patrick Stewart, David Suchet, Kara Tointon, Will Young, Zoe Wanamaker, Jodie Whittaker and Barbara Windsor with a few more surprises on the night.

Winners & highlights from the evening included….

The exclusive entertainment planned for the night includes performances from some of the nominated musicals and tributes to this year’s Special Award Winners. Dame Monica Mason, outgoing Director of the Royal Ballet, joins previously announced award-winning lyricist Sir Tim Rice, as a recipient marking their lifetime contribution to theatre and the arts. Monica Mason’s career with the Royal Ballet spans half a century and has seen her grow from a celebrated dancer into a hugely admired and influential leader in her field. Among other guest performers on the night will be multi-million selling artist Ronan Keating.

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