Stalls to Stage, an independent theatre hub is delighted to announce the nominations for the Stalls to Stage Awards 2026, which will return in the new year following a hugely successful inaugural ceremony
Established to celebrate and diversify talent recognition in the industry beyond mainstream theatre awards, this year’s Awards will honour nominees across 26 categories. Between 1st October 2024 and 30th September 2025, professionally produced productions in all UK commercial and subsidised venues with a run of at least two weeks; and professional debuts, West End debuts, takeover performances, covers and alternates in those productions; as well as touring and concert productions were eligible for consideration by a panel of artists, creatives and theatre makers, the shortlist of which will then be voted upon by the general public.
The list of nominations in full and information on eligibility is available here.
Voting is now open at stallstostage.co.uk/vote – audiences are invited to cast their votes online before 10th December 2025 at 11:59pm UK time.
Details for the ceremony, including date, venue, and ticket information, are to be announced.
Speaking on the nominations announcement, Founder and Director of Stalls to Stage Bri said, The first year of the Stalls to Stage Awards was a truly joyous experience, and it has touched me to see how much it meant to those nominated and celebrated to have been part of something new, with community at the centre. I am beyond excited to share the nominees for our second year of Awards. It’s been an incredible year of theatre right across the country, and I hope people feel these nominations reflect that. I am also thrilled to be including new categories like Best WHAM, Best Choreography, and Best Costume Design to move us closer to our goal of being the biggest, most inclusive celebration of UK Theatre. Congratulations to all nominees and thank you for your work!’
The Stalls to Stage Awards 2026 is presented by Stalls to Stage
