Date and venue revealed for 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards

The 26th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards, in association with AudienceView, will once again take place at The London Palladium, with the ceremony set for Sunday 8 March 2026.

Marking the third time the event has been staged at the iconic venue, the 2026 awards will begin at 6.30pm and will see winners crowned across a wide variety of categories. As ever, audiences can expect a starry line-up of exclusive live performances from leading stage talent.

Nominations open on Thursday 6 November 2025, with full eligibility criteria to be revealed later this autumn on the WhatsOnStage Awards website. The awards remain the only major theatre honours decided entirely by theatregoers, with readers able to both nominate and vote for their favourites.

Tickets are now on sale to WhatsOnStage Theatre Club members via LW Theatres, with general sale opening tomorrow, Friday 5 September at 12pm.

Co-produced with creative directors Alex Parker and Damian Sandys, the event is supported by a wide range of partners across the theatre industry and beyond, including platinum sponsors AudienceView and Disney Theatrical, as well as AKA Promotions Ltd, Boulevard Events, Brent Carpets, Concord, Dewynters, Go Live Theatre, John Good, London Theatre Direct, Outernet Venues, Preevue, Re:Water, RSVP-ify, SINE Digital, Tandem Marketing Worldwide, Theatrical Rights Worldwide, The Londoner, Ticketmaster, Travelzoo and White Light.

WhatsOnStage has also re-introduced a Supporters Package: a limited package including premium tickets, access to exclusive receptions and parties, and recognition across Awards materials, ideal for small businesses or passionate fans looking to align with the industry. More information is available via [email protected].

WhatsOnStage’s Darius Thompson and Alex Wood commented: “In a time of AI-generated content, divisive fake news and hate-fuelling algorithms, the powerful and unique connection between performers and audience, sharing a space together, must be cherished and celebrated. For over a quarter of a century, the Awards have been shaped by devoted and passionate audiences, celebrating the shows and performers that have inspired them. That is what makes the WhatsOnStage Awards unique. We’re delighted to be returning to The London Palladium for a third time and can’t wait to share another unforgettable night with everyone who loves theatre.”