Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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OHMYGOD HEY!

In just a few weeks, the West End Theatre community will celebrate the annual Olivier Awards in London, while many of Broadway's most exciting new shows are opening in anticipation of the Tony Awards in New York.

Though these two ceremonies and institutions seem to be comparable counterparts, there has always been distinct differences between them, beyond their geography.

Today, as a frequent West End and Broadway theatregoer, I'll be talking through what makes the Tony Awards and Olivier Awards different, from their categories and eligibility to their history and industry impact...

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00:00 | introduction
02:27 | history / logistics
14:02 | categories / eligibility
28:02 | impact

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