Venue: Sondheim Theatre
Date: 7 June, 3pm
Host: TBC
Prize-giving: Jenna Russell
Chair of Judges: Edward Seckerson
MD: Nigel Lilley; Assistant MD: John Haslam
Stage Manager: Ali Wade; Assistant SM: Benedict Rattray
The Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer of the Year competition – affectionately known as SSSSPOTY – was inaugurated in 2007, and in 2026 returns for its 18th year. The gala final will be held, fittingly, in the Sondheim Theatre, at 3pm on Sunday 7 June.
Sondheim Society members enjoy advance booking and discounted ticket prices, so if you're not already a member, sign up now!
If you're a student or tutor and wish to register interest in applying, email sondheimsociety@sondheim.org
Check back soon for more updates on our celebrity host and judging panel.