Tony Awards 2023 Where and how to watch awards ceremony
The Tony Awards, a prestigious annual ceremony dedicated to recognizing and applauding outstanding talent in live Broadway theater, is eagerly anticipated by theater enthusiasts worldwide. As we gear up for the 76th edition of this grand event, let’s delve into the captivating details that will make this year’s Tony Awards a night to remember. From mesmerizing performances to the impressive list of nominees, read on to discover everything you need to know about the Tony Awards 2023.
When and Where to Catch the Tony Awards 2023?
Mark your calendars for Sunday, June 11, 2023, as the United Palace Theater in New York City prepares to host the much-anticipated Tony Awards. This historic venue will set the stage for an enchanting evening celebrating the very best of Broadway. To ensure you don’t miss a moment of the excitement, tune in to CBS or stream the event live on Paramount+ starting from 8 pm ET. And for an early dose of Tony Awards glitz, don’t forget to catch the pre-show segment, The Tony Awards: Act One, airing exclusively on Pluto TV at 6:30 pm ET. Also Read : Lil Wayne opened up about his memory loss, says he can’t remember his song
Who Will Be Hosting and Performing at the Tony Awards 2023?
Returning for a second consecutive year, the talented Ariana DeBose will grace the stage as the host of the Tony Awards 2023, captivating the audience with her magnetic presence. Adding to the star-studded lineup, Julianne Hough and Skylar Astin will take on the role of pre-show hosts, ensuring the excitement builds to a crescendo before the main event. In a twist necessitated by the ongoing writers’ strike, the ceremony will embrace spontaneity as presenters read from cue cards instead of relying on teleprompters. Unfortunately, due to his solidarity with the writers, the renowned playwright and songwriter Lin-Manuel Miranda had to step back from his involvement in writing for the ceremony.
Prepare to be Entranced: Performances at the Tony Awards 2023
Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of Broadway with the captivating performances lined up for the Tony Awards 2023. Prepare to be transported to fantastical realms as musicals like Camelot, Into The Woods, & Juliet, Kimberly Akimbo, New York, New York, Parade, Shucked, Some Like It Hot, and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street grace the stage. And that’s not all! Brace yourself for the thrilling melodies of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical and the timeless classic Funny Girl. Additionally, the extraordinary Joaquina Kalukango will leave the audience spellbound with her sensational performance. Be sure to keep an eye out for a special tribute honoring the legendary Joel Grey and John Kander—a truly unforgettable moment in theater history.
Experience the Unforgettable Tony Awards 2023
The Tony Awards 2023 promises an evening of awe-inspiring talent, remarkable performances, and heartfelt celebration of the Broadway community. Don’t miss your chance to witness the magic unfold as theater’s brightest stars take center stage. Tune in to CBS or stream the event on Paramount+ on June 11th, 2023, and let the Tony Awards transport you to a world where dreams come true. Get ready for an unforgettable night that will leave you with memories to cherish for a lifetime.
Tony Awards 2023 nominees
Best Book of a Musical
- & Juliet by David West Read
- Kimberly Akimbo by David Lindsay-Abaire
- New York, New York by David Thompson & Sharon Washington
- Shucked by Robert Horn
- Some Like It Hot by Matthew López & Amber Ruffin
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
- Yahya Abdul-Mateen II for Suzan-Lori Parks’ Topdog/Underdog
- Corey Hawkins for Suzan-Lori Parks’ Topdog/Underdog
- Sean Hayes for Good Night, Oscar
- Stephen McKinley Henderson for Between Riverside and Crazy
- Wendell Pierce for Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
- Jessica Chastain for A Doll’s House
- Jodie Comer for Prima Facie
- Jessica Hecht for Summer, 1976
- Audra McDonald for Ohio State Murders
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
- Christian Borle for Some Like It Hot
- J. Harrison Ghee for Some Like It Hot
- Josh Groban for Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
- Brian d’Arcy James for Into the Woods
- Ben Platt for Parade
- Colton Ryan for New York, New York
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
- Annaleigh Ashford for Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
- Sara Bareilles for Into the Woods
- Victoria Clark for Kimberly Akimbo
- Lorna Courtney for & Juliet
- Micaela Diamond for Parade
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
- Jordan E. Cooper for Ain’t No Mo’
- Samuel L. Jackson for The Piano Lesson
- Arian Moayed for A Doll’s House
- Brandon Uranowitz for Leopoldstadt
- David Zayas for Cost of Living
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
- Nikki Crawford for Fat Ham
- Crystal Lucas-Perry for Ain’t No Mo’
- Miriam Silverman for The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s Window
- Katy Sullivan for Cost of Living
- Kara Young for Cost of Living
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
- Kevin Cahoon for Shucked
- Justin Cooley for Kimberly Akimbo
- Kevin Del Aguila for Some Like It Hot
- Jordan Donica for Lerner & Loewe’s Camelot
- Alex Newell for Shucked
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
- Julia Lester for Into the Woods
- Ruthie Ann Miles for Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
- Bonnie Milligan for Kimberly Akimbo
- NaTasha Yvette Williams for Some Like It Hot
- Betsy Wolfe for & Juliet
Best Direction of a Play
- Saheem Ali for Fat Ham
- Jo Bonney for Cost of Living
- Jamie Lloyd for A Doll’s House
- Patrick Marber for Leopoldstadt
- Stevie Walker-Webb for Ain’t No Mo’
- Max Webster for Life of Pi
Best Direction of a Musical
- Michael Arden for Parade
- Lear deBessonet for Into the Woods
- Casey Nicholaw for Some Like It Hot
- Jack O’Brien for Shucked
- Jessica Stone for Kimberly Akimbo
Best Play
- Ain’t No Mo’ by Jordan E. Cooper
- Between Riverside and Crazy by Stephen Adly Guirgis
- Cost of Living by Martyna Majok
- Fat Ham by James Ijames
- Leopoldstadt by Tom Stoppard
Best Musical
- & Juliet
- Kimberly Akimbo
- New York, New York
- Shucked
- Some Like It Hot
