Hairspray collects four Oliviers
Written: 10th March, 2008
West End show Hairspray has triumphed at the Olivier Awards in London, with a total of four awards.
The stage hit was named best new musical, with main acting plaudits for Michael Ball, Leanne Jones and best supporting actress Tracie Bennett.
Kristin Scott Thomas won best actress in the play category for her role in The Seagull, with Chiwetel Ejiofor named best actor for playing Othello.
Andrew Lloyd Webber was honoured for his achievements in theatre.