The nominees for The Stage Debut Awards 2024 have been announced, with multiple NHB authors and plays recognised across different categories.

A fantastic three NHB authors feature on the shortlist for Best Writer: Martha Loader for Bindweed, Harry McDonald for Foam, and Azuka Oforka for The Women of Llanrumney.

The Best Creative West End Debut shortlist includes nominations for Marcelo Dos Santos (writer of Backstairs Billy) and Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey (composer and lyricist of next to normal, respectively). There is also recognition for the acclaimed West End transfer of Tyrell Williams' play Red Pitch, with a nomination for Daniel Bailey (director).

Elsewhere, Elvis Costello is shortlisted for Best Composer, Lyricist or Book Writer for his music for Conor McPherson's adaptation of Cold War. There is also recognition in other categories for The House Party (Best Performer in a Play, Nadia Parkes), Little Women (Best Director, Emily Foran), next to normal (Best West End Debut Performer, Jack Wolfe) and Player Kings (Best West End Debut Performer, Toheeb Jimoh).

The Stage Debut Awards ceremony will take place in London on 29 September. Previous winners of the Awards include NHB authors Michael R Jackson, Rob Madge, Katherine Soper, Andrew Thompson and Tyrell Williams.