Stewart wins third Olivier award

Veteran actor Patrick Stewart has won his third Laurence Olivier award for his stage portrayal of Claudius in Shakespeare's 'Hamlet'.

The 'X-Men' star was handed the Best Performance in a Supporting Role accolade at the 33rd annual theatre prizegiving, honouring London's best stage productions, on Sunday.

Derek Jacobi took home a Best Actor prize for his role of Malvolio in Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night', with 'La Cage Aux Folles' star Douglas Hodge winning a Best Actor In Musical statuette.

The Best Actress title was given to Margaret Tyzack for her part in 'The Chalk Garden', while Elena Roger was recognised with the Best Actress In A Musical prize for her portrayal of French singer Edith Piaf in 'Piaf'.

Hollywood star Kevin Spacey, the director of London's Old Vic theatre, was also in attendance to present playwright Alan Ayckbourn with the Society of London Theatre’s Special Award, which recognises outstanding contribution to the theatre.