The 2nd Helpmann Awards ceremony was presented by the Australian Entertainment Industry Association (AEIA), currently known by its trade name, Live Performance Australia (LPA), for achievements in disciplines of Australia's live performance sectors. The ceremony took place on 6 May 2002 at the Star City Show Room in Sydney and was hosted by Simon Burke for the second year in a row. During the ceremony, the AEIA handed out awards in twelve categories for achievements in theatre, musicals, opera, ballet, dance and concerts.[1]
2nd Helpmann Awards | |
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Date | 6 May 2002 |
Location | Star City Show Room, Sydney |
Hosted by | Simon Burke |
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Network | No broadcast |
The ceremony received criticism for its rules and voting procedures, and was compared to the previous ceremony's "polished awards night".[2]
In the following tables, winners are listed first and highlighted in boldface.[3][4]
Best Play | Best Direction of a Play |
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Best Female Actor in a Play | Best Male Actor in a Play |
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Best Musical | |
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Best Direction of a Musical | Best Choreography in a Musical |
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Best Female Actor in a Musical | Best Male Actor in a Musical |
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Best Opera | Best Direction of an Opera |
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Best Female Performer in an Opera | Best Male Performer in an Opera |
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Best Ballet or Dance Work | Best Visual or Physical Theatre Production |
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Best Choreography in a Ballet or Dance Work | |
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Best Female Dancer in a Dance or Physical Theatre Work | Best Male Dancer in a Dance or Physical Theatre Work |
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Best Live Music Presentation | Best Presentation for Children |
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Best Special Event or Performance | |
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Best New Australian Work | |
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Best Original Score | Best Musical Direction |
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Best Scenic Design | Best Costume Design |
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Best Lighting Design | Best Sound Design |
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JC Williamson Award |
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