Our five-star stage adaptation of the celebrated 1988 Studio Ghibli animated feature film received five WhatsOnStage awards.

The landmark adaptation of My Neighbour Totoro was the recipient of five WhatsOnStage Awards in London on Sunday, leading as the most celebrated production at this year's ceremony.

Voted for by the public, the awards recognise the skill and expertise of the cast and creative teams behind live, original UK productions whose performances began between November 2021 and November 2022.

Thank you to everyone who voted for us.

The winners were:

  • Best Direction – Phelim McDermott
  • Best Musical Direction/Supervision – Bruce O’Neil and Matt Smith
  • Best Lighting Design – Jessica Hung Han Yum
  • Best Set Design – Tom Pye and Basil Twist
  • Best Sound Design – Tony Gayle
Phelim McDermott with his hand on heart receiving the Best Direction award at the What's On Stage Awards 2023
Phelim McDermott wins the Best Direction award at the What's On Stage Awards 2023
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