Billy Elliot wins big at the 16th Premios Hugo awards

The 16th edition of the Premios Hugo, celebrating the centenary of musical theater in Argentina, was held at the Teatro Coliseo. The ceremony recognized productions released between August 1, 2025, and July 2026 across 43 categories.

Billy Elliot emerged as the night’s biggest winner, securing eight awards, including Best Musical. Other major winners included Hairspray, which earned seven awards, and Company, which received four. Notable individual honors went to Alejandra Perlusky for Best Leading Actress (Billy Elliot) and Fer Dente for Best Leading Actor and Best Direction (Company).

In the Off musical category, La culpa es de la tierra took home three awards, including Best Musical Off. The ceremony also featured career achievement recognitions for Gustavo “Tweety” Monje and Elizabeth de Chapeaurouge, as well as the Premios Hugo Federales for regional productions.