“The Lost Boys” and “Schmigadoon!” emerged as frontrunners with 12 Tony Award nominations each, with June Squibb, 96, becoming the oldest Tony-nominated actor and Danny Burstein becoming the most-nominated male actor in Tony history. Following closely 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 nominations across 26 Tony categories, including “Cats: The Jellicle Ball,” offering a fresh take on the classic feline musical, and a revival of “Chess,” delving into a Cold War love triangle among chess grandmasters.
Competing for the best new musical title are “The Lost Boys,” “Schmigadoon!,” “Titanique,” a camp musical comedy reimagining the 1997 hit movie “Titanic,” and “Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York,” a rom-com set in New York City.
The best new play nominees include “Giant,” led by John Lithgow, exploring accusations of antisemitism against Roald Dahl; “Liberation,” which recently won the Pulitzer Prize for drama; “The Balusters,” a comedy about a neighborhood association, and “Little Bear Ridge Road,” focusing on a struggling writer returning to his hometown.
June Squibb broke records as the oldest Tony-nominated actor for “Marjorie Prime,” surpassing Lois Smith’s previous record. Danny Burstein also made history with nine nods for his work in “Marjorie Prime,” surpassing Jason Robards. Additionally, Kelli O’Hara received her ninth nomination for a revival of the comedy “Fallen Angels.”
Notable nominations include Daniel Radcliffe for “Every Brilliant Thing,” with the best play revival category featuring acclaimed works such as “Oedipus,” “Becky Shaw,” and “Fallen Angels.”
John Lithgow, a two-time Tony winner, competes for his third award against other leading actors. Rose Byrne, from the film “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You,” and the play “Fallen Angels,” joins the ranks of actors Oscar- and Tony-nominated in the same year.
Best actor and actress in a musical nominees include talents from various productions such as “Ragtime,” “Two Strangers,” “Chess,” and “The Rocky Horror Show.”
The Tony Awards ceremony is set for June 7 at Radio City Music Hall, hosted by Pink and broadcast live on CBS and Paramount+. Last year’s show, hosted by Cynthia Erivo, drew 4.85 million viewers, marking the largest broadcast audience in six years.