Updated: July 17, 2026 9:08 AM CT | Published: July 17, 2026 9:08 AM CT

Playhouse on the Square and Opera Memphis’ production of “Sweeney Todd” is up for 15 Ostrander Awards, including Overall Production, Direction, Choreography, Sound Design, Set Design and several acting nods. (Istjusthalo/Playhouse on the Square)

Celebrating the best in Memphis theater for the 2025-2026 season, this year’s Ostrander Awards take place at the Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center.

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