The musicals “The Lost Boys” and “Schmigadoon!” led the pack with 12 Tony Award nominations each, while 96-year-old June Squibb made history as the oldest Tony-nominated actor. Danny Burstein also made waves by becoming the most-nominated male actor in Tony history.
Following closely behind were “Ragtime,” a revival celebrating early 20th-century America, with 11 nominations, and “Death of a Salesman,” nabbing nine nods. In total, 24 shows received at least one nomination across the 26 Tony categories, including unique takes like “Cats: The Jellicle Ball” and a revival of “Chess.”
Competing for the best new musical title are “The Lost Boys,” “Schmigadoon!,” “Titanique,” a campy twist on the Titanic story, and “Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), an opposites-attract rom-com set in New York City. On the play front, nominees include “Giant,” “Liberation,” “The Balusters,” and “Little Bear Ridge Road.”
June Squibb, nominated for “Marjorie Prime,” broke records as the oldest Tony-nominated actor, surpassing Lois Smith. Meanwhile, Danny Burstein set a new record as the most-nominated male actor with nine nods. Notable nominations also went to Daniel Radcliffe for “Every Brilliant Thing.”
In the best play revival category, standout works include “Every Brilliant Thing,” “Death of a Salesman,” “Oedipus,” “Becky Shaw,” and “Fallen Angels.” John Lithgow and Rose Byrne are among the acting nominees, with a star-studded lineup vying for recognition.
The Tony Awards ceremony is set for June 7 at Radio City Music Hall, with Pink hosting the event. Viewers can catch the awards live on CBS and Paramount+, following last year’s successful broadcast hosted by Cynthia Erivo.
