Chapman Tripp Theatre Awards 2011 Winners

It was a fantastic evening last night at the Chapman Tripp Theatre Awards 2011. Many of the nominees were recognized for their work in Circa productions, and we couldn't have been prouder of them or happier for the winners.

And the winners are ...

The Award Winners for 2011 are:
Critics Wild Card
Johann Nortje for outstanding AV design (body of work including When the Rain Stops Falling)

When the Rain Stops Falling. Photo by Stephen A'Court.

Circa Award Donated by TACT for the Most Promising Female Newcomer of the Year
Lauren Gibson - August: Osage County

Christopher Brougham and Lauren Gibson in August: Osage County. Photo by Stephen A'Court. 

Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School & Victoria University of Wellington Award for Most Promising Director of the Year
Jason Te Kare - I, George Nepia

I, George Nepia 

Grouse Lighting Award for Lighting Designer of the Year
Marcus McShane - When the Rain Stops Falling

When the Rain Stops Falling. Photo by Stephen A'Court.

Weta Workshop Award for Set Designer of the Year
Andrew Foster - The Lead Wait

The Lead Wait

Park Road Post Production Sound Designer of the Year 
Chris Ward - The Lead Wait

The Lead Wait

Chapman Tripp Award for Supporting Actor of the Year
Christopher Brougham - When the Rain Stops Falling

Christopher Brougham in When the Rain Stops Falling. Photo by Stephen A'Court.

The Proactors ad Gail Cowan Management Award for Actor of the Year
Jarod Rawiri - I, George Nepia

Jarod Rawiri in I, George Nepia.

Chapman Tripp Theatre Award for Actress of the Year
Jennifer Ludlam - August: Osage County

Jennifer Ludlam in August: Osage County. Photo by Stephen A'Court.

Emerging Artist Trust Wellington Accolade for Outstanding Performance
Michele Amas - August: Osage County

Michele Amas in August: Osage County. Photo by Stephen A'Court.

The Museum Hotel Award for Director of the Year
Jason Te Kare - I, George Nepia

Chapman Tripp Award for Production of the Year
I, George Nepia - Tawata Productions

The return season of I, George Nepia opens 8 December in Circa Two, for a limited run until 17 December. Tickets are available now - to avoid disappointment, book your yours by calling 801-7992 or go online at www.circa.co.nz.