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Vanessa Thorpe

Olivier awards recognise new generation of playwrights ready to don Tom Stoppard’s mantle

The late writer’s legacy is being continued by the likes of Suzie Miller, James Graham and Ava Pickett – all nominated ahead of next month’s ceremony

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