IW Theatre has announced the winners of the inaugural IW Amateur Theatre Awards, for the year September 2022 – August 2023. Judges have enjoyed attending a wide range of amateur plays, musicals and pantomimes and after careful discussion have selected what, in their opinion, represents the very best that the Island amateur theatre community can offer. The headline awards are:
- Best Play: The Actress (Bembridge Little Theatre Club)
- Best Musical: The Sound of Music (The Island Savoyards)
- Best Pantomime: Happy Ever After (The New Strolling Players)
Awards have also been given for best lead and supporting actors, and judges have also been passionate about supporting youth productions – our leading actors of the future. 
During this first year they were not able to see every youth show and cannot therefore be definite about the best; therefore commendations have been given to youth shows and young actors who stood out among the productions seen. Full details of all the shows and performers recognised are on the IW Theatre website at https://iwtheatre.org/amateur-theatre-awards/isle-of-wight-amateur-theatre-awards-2023/ An IW Theatre spokesperson has said:
“We would like to congratulate those receiving awards and commendations for their achievements but also to compliment all the casts, crews, background supporters and all involved with the productions judged this year. “IW Theatre wish you every success in the future, and remember, email us at [email protected] with any feedback or constructive ideas as we start to look at the judging process for 2024.”
