It’s almost Christmas and what would the festive season be without some recognition of the best of 2017? Over the next fortnight we’ll shortlist five nominees in each of 13 categories for our Oscars, or monstas if you will, of 2017.

• Read on for nominees for the monsta for Revival of the year. 2016 winner: Shakespeare Trilogy (Donmar at King’s Cross)

1. A Christmas Carol (Old Vic) Tickets Runs to 20/1/18

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2. Angels In America (National Theatre) Broadway tickets

3. Cat on A Hot Tin Roof (Young Vic production at the Apollo) NTLive 22/2/18 Details

4. Follies (National Theatre) Tickets Runs to 3/1/18

5. Sonnet Walk and Shakespeare Within The Abbey (The Globe)

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• Who should win? Tell us in the comments below. Want to know why we like this shortlist? Click on the tags to read our reviews. Winner revealed 30/12/17.
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