The 78th Tony Awards took place at Radio City Music Hall, celebrating Broadway’s finest shows. Notably, "Buena Vista Social Club," "Death Becomes Her," and "Maybe Happy Ending" each received ten nominations, the highest this year. The event featured a prominent roster of Hollywood stars, with George Clooney and Sarah Snook among the nominees.
Key award categories included:
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Best New Musical: Competing shows were "Buena Vista Social Club," "Dead Outlaw," "Death Becomes Her," "Maybe Happy Ending," and "Operation Mincemeat."
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Best New Play: Nominees included "English," "The Hills of California," "John Proctor Is the Villain," "Oh, Mary!," and "Purpose."
- Best Leading Actor/Actress in a Play: Featured nominees were George Clooney and Sarah Snook.
Guest stars also highlighted the acting categories, enriching the evening’s prestige.
Awards for musical revivals saw nominations like "Sunset Boulevard" and "Gypsy." The play revival category featured titles like "Our Town" and "Romeo + Juliet."
Additional awards included Best Direction and several design categories, emphasizing achievements in scenic, costume, and lighting design across both plays and musicals.
The ceremony also recognized exceptional choreography, orchestrations, and sound design in multiple formats, demonstrating the diverse skill sets on Broadway. Winners like Celia Keenan-Bolger received the Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award, while Harvey Fierstein was honored with a Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement.
The evening showcased the vibrancy of theater, celebrating not only performances but the collaborative effort that brings Broadway to life. Updates on winners were provided throughout the night, marking a notable celebration for the industry.
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