Jump to contentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleCarla FericThursday 20 August 2026 02:47 BSTSadie Sink 'relates' to Juliet CapuletStranger Things star Sadie Sink and McFly musician Tom Fletcher are among high-profile figures nominated for the Stage Debut Awards.Sink is shortlisted for best West End debut performer for her role in Romeo and Juliet, alongside her co-star Noah Jupe and actor Brendan Gleeson.Ralph Fiennes has earned a nomination for best director following his directorial debut with Shakespeare's classic comedy As You Like It.Tom Fletcher received a nod for best creative West End debut for his music and lyrics on Paddington The Musical, which also saw Arti Shah nominated.The winners across all categories will be announced at a ceremony hosted in London on 27 September.In fullActors from Stranger Things and Harry Potter nominated for Stage Debut AwardsMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in