The 2026 Tony Award nominations feature a surprising tie for the most nominations between The Lost Boys and Schmigadoon!, each receiving 12 nods. The nominations were announced on May 5, 2026, by Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss.
Key facts:
- The Lost Boys is nominated for Best Musical.
- Schmigadoon! is also nominated for Best Musical.
- Death of a Salesman leads plays with 9 nominations.
- Liberation won the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
- The awards ceremony will take place on June 7, 2026, at Radio City Music Hall.
Other notable nominations include Ragtime and Cats: The Jellicle Ball, both vying for Best Revival of a Musical. Sara Chase received a nomination for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for her role in Schmigadoon!, while Nicholas Christopher is nominated for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for his role in Chess.
The ceremony will be hosted by P!NK. It will be broadcast on CBS and stream on Paramount+ from 5 p.m. PT to 8 p.m. PT. Special Tony Awards will also be presented to The League of Resident Theatres (LORT), the largest professional theater association in the U.S.
The Lost Boys and Schmigadoon! tied in the musical category for the most nominations, with 12 each—nodding to ’80s and Golden Age nostalgia. This year’s nominees reflect a diverse range of productions, showcasing talent across various genres.
As anticipation builds, the Broadway community prepares for another exciting night celebrating excellence in theater. The spotlight remains on these extraordinary productions as they compete for prestigious awards.
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