Helpmann Award
| Helpmann Awards | |
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 16th Helpmann Awards
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| Awarded for | "distinguished artistic achievement and excellence in the many disciplines of Australia's vibrant live performance sectors" |
| Country | Australia |
| Presented by | Live Performance Australia (LPA) |
| First awarded | 2001 |
| Official website | www |
| Television/Radio coverage | |
| Network |
Ovation (2004-2005) Fox8 (2006) Bio. (2007–2009) Studio (2010-2012) Arena (2013-2014) Foxtel Arts (2015-present) |
The Helpmann Award is an accolade presented by Live Performance Australia (LPA) (the trade name for the Australian Entertainment Industry Association (AEIA)), an employers' organisation which serves as the peak body in the live entertainment and performing arts industries of Australia. It is named in honour of Sir Robert Helpmann, an Australian actor, dancer, choreographer and theatre director. Established in 2001, the award is handed out for achievements in the disciplines of musical theatre, contemporary music, comedy, opera, classical music, theatre, dance and physical theatre.
As of 2013, a total of forty-one competitive awards are given to individuals for their work in performance, direction, choreography, lighting, sound, music, costume and scenic design and production. Non-competitive awards are also presented, including: the JC Williamson Award, Brian Stacey Award and Best Special Event.
The Helpmann Awards were established in 2001 by the Australian Entertainment Industry Association (AEIA) (currently known by its trade name Live Performance Australia (LPA)). They are named in honour of Australian actor, choreographer, dancer and theatre director, Sir Robert Helpmann (9 April 1909 – 28 September 1986). They are given to productions regardless of the Australian state they were originally staged in. The accolade was created to be the Australian equivalent of the Tony Awards for Broadway theatre in the United States, and the Laurence Olivier Awards for West End theatre in the United Kingdom. The aim of the awards is to promote Australia's live entertainment industry, both locally and internationally, by: recognising artistic achievements; administering the awards with integrity; ensuring the awards are celebrated by the industry and Australian community; and ensuring the ceremony is the most prestigious awards in the local industry and the highlight of each season.
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