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- 2018
- A complete list of 43 Award winners plus the 2017 Centenary Award recipients announced
- 18th Annual Helpmann Awards Final Performers, Hosts, Presenters and Broadcast details announced
- 18th Annual Helpmann Awards Performers, Hosts, Presenters and Broadcast details announced
- 18th Annual Helpmann Awards Nominations in 42 categories announced
- The Helpmann Awards are moving to Melbourne in 2019!
- The 18th annual Helpmann Awards to take place in Sydney over two big nights!
- 2017
- David Atkins Appointed New Artistic Director: Helpmann Awards 2018-2020
- 42 Awards presented plus the prestigious JC Williamson Award® and Sue Nattrass Award®
- Full line up of Performances, Hosts and Presenters Plus confirmed broadcast details
- 10 sensational performances and a spectacular array of high-profile Hosts and Presenters
- 17th Annual Helpmann Awards Nominations in 42 categories announced
- 2017 JC Williamson Award Recipient Announced!
- The 17th annual Helpmann Awards takes centre stage in Sydney on Monday 24 July
- 2016
- 42 Awards presented plus the prestigious JC Williamson Award® and Sue Nattrass Award®
- 2016 JC Williamson Award® recipient announced
- 16th Annual Helpmann Awards Nominations in 41 categories announced
- 2016 Helpmann Awards Hosts and Performances Announced
- 16th annual Helpmann Awards set to shine in Sydney: Ceremony details announced
- 2015
- And the Helpmann Award goes to …
- Australia’s top live entertainment names join star studded Helpmann Awards line up
- The countdown is on: 2015 Helpmann Awards nominees announced
- Helpmann Awards set to sizzle with top performers joining ceremony line-up
- Paul Kelly to receive Australia’s prestigious live performance industry accolade
- Live Performance Australia announces 2015 Sue Nattrass Award winner, Eric Robinson
- Tickets now on sale for 2015 Helpmann Awards
- 15th annual Helpmann Awards set to shine in Sydney: Ceremony details announced
- 2014
- 2014 HELPMANN AWARDS WINNERS ANNOUNCED!
- 2014 Helpmann Awards Blog
- PRESENTERS ANNOUNCED FOR 2014 HELPMANN AWARDS
- Patricia Boggs Recipient of Inaugural Sue Nattrass Award
- The Brian Stacey Award 2014 - Winner
- 2014 Helpmann Awards Nominations Announced
- Helpmann Awards tickets on sale now!
- Performances and Host announced for 2014 Helpmann Awards
- 2014 Nominations Announcement Events
- 2014 JC Williamson Award™ Recipient Announced
- 2014 Helpmann Awards Date Announced
- 2013
The 18th annual Helpmann Awards to take place in Sydney over two big nights!
May 3rd, 2018

The 18th annual Helpmann Awards to take place in Sydney over two big nights!
Live Performance Australia (LPA) today announced details of the 18th annual Helpmann Awards, which will see the stars of the live performance industry come together for two remarkable nights.
For the very first time, 42 prestigious Helpmann Awards will be presented across two nights; the Helpmann Awards Act I at the Sydney Town Hall on Sunday 15 July and the Helpmann Awards Act II at the Capitol Theatre on Monday 16 July.
The Helpmann Awards are the premier celebration of Australia’s vibrant live performance industry. The awards recognise distinguished achievement and excellence in Australia’s live performance sectors including musicals, contemporary music, comedy, opera and classical music, theatre, ballet, dance and physical theatre, presentation for children, regional touring and cabaret.
The 18th annual Helpmann Awards Act II will be staged live at the magnificent Capitol Theatre on the set of Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical. This anticipated black tie event will be hosted by the Industry’s best and brightest stars, as they step from performance to podium. Act II will feature the cast of Priscilla along with performances that celebrate and promote the best of the live entertainment industry and will also honour the ten recipients of the 2017 Centenary JC Williamson and Sue Nattrass Awards.
A new initiative for 2018 is the Helpmann Awards Act I which will celebrate the artists who work behind the scenes and in supporting roles. An industry insider night to inspire and engage, Act I gives profile and kudos to the Industry’s artisans. This event will feature performances by up and coming artists and be hosted by the Industry’s most distinguished luminaries in an intimate cocktail, cabaret style event nestled in the glamourous surrounds of the Sydney Town Hall.
David Atkins OAM, one of Australia’s most internationally renowned producers, directors and choreographers, will direct both the Helpmann Awards Act I and the Helpmann Awards Act II.
NSW Minister for Tourism and Major Events Adam Marshall said the NSW Government is proud to support the 2018 Helpmann Awards through its tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW.
“The annual Helpmann Awards celebrate our remarkable live performance industry and the NSW Government is delighted to once again host these national awards in Sydney. This will be a big year for the Helpmanns with two very special events, the Helpmann Awards Act I and the Helpmann Awards Act II. I encourage everyone to start planning their visit to Sydney to be part of these exciting events,” Mr Marshall said.
LPA Chief Executive, Evelyn Richardson said, “We have listened to the feedback from our industry peers and created two shorter shows which enable us to highlight the artistry and excellence in the live performance industry. The Helpmann Awards celebrate the many hands and hearts engaged in making the live performance industry the dynamic and creative powerhouse that is enjoyed by 18.4 million people each year in Australia.”
Tickets for the 18th annual Helpmann Awards will go on sale on Monday 14 May via Ticketmaster.
The full program for the 18th annual Helpmann Awards events, including award category nominees, will be announced in June.