06/09/2026
Tony Awards 2026 · Broadway’s Biggest Night · New York City
The 79th Annual Tony Awards once again proved why Broadway remains one of the most powerful forces in entertainment. Held at the iconic Radio City Music Hall, the night celebrated the productions, performers, and creative teams that defined the 2025–26 theater season — reminding audiences that live theater still delivers some of the most unforgettable storytelling anywhere.
The biggest winners of the night included:
🏆 Best Musical: Schmigadoon!
🏆 Best Play: Liberation
🏆 Best Revival of a Musical: Ragtime
🏆 Best Revival of a Play: Death of a Salesman
Major acting winners:
• Joshua Henry (Ragtime) — Best Actor in a Musical
• Caissie Levy (Ragtime) — Best Actress in a Musical
• John Lithgow (Giant) — Best Actor in a Play
• Lesley Manville (Oedipus) — Best Actress in a Play
One of the night's biggest stories was the dominance of Death of a Salesman, which led all productions with six wins, while Schmigadoon! and Ragtime helped showcase the strength of both new musicals and beloved revivals.
The Tony Awards aren't just about trophies. They're a celebration of an art form that continues to inspire, challenge, and connect audiences through live performance — something no streaming service can replicate.
Also seen throughout the evening were Rachel Zegler, Usher, Pink, Sting, Shaggy, Sarah Paulson, Queen Latifah, Lea Michele, Neil Patrick Harris, Adrien Brody, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Aubrey Plaza, Kelly Ripa, and more, highlighting the growing intersection between Broadway, film, television, and music.
📍 Radio City Music Hall, New York City
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