It’s been quite the year, it’s almost Christmas and what would the festive season be without some recognition of the best of 2020? Over the next month we’ll shortlist five nominees in each of 14 categories for our Oscars, or monstas if you will, of 2020.

• Read on for the nominees for the monsta for Best New Play of 2020. 2019 winner: Appropriate, 2018: The Inheritance, 2017: The Ferryman

1. Death of England National Theatre, Dorfman Review Membership details

2. Death of England: Delroy National Theatre, Olivier Review Membership details

3. Shoe Lady Royal Court Review Membership details

4. Three Kings Old Vic Review Membership details Tickets

5. The Welkin National Theatre, Olivier Theatre Review Membership details

• Who should win? Tell us in the comments below or email us at neildurham3@gmail.com. Want to know why we like this shortlist? Click on the tags to read our reviews. Winner revealed 30/12/20.
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