What's happened
The Tony nominations have been announced, with The Lost Boys and Schmigadoon! leading the pack with 12 nods each. Ragtime revival and other productions are also recognized, while several expected contenders have been snubbed or left with fewer nominations than anticipated.
What's behind the headline?
How we got here
The 2025-26 Broadway season has been described as thinner than usual, with 30 eligible productions. Critics note surprising choices and omissions, including the absence of marquee movie-star names and veteran Broadway regulars. The nominations reflect a balance between new work and revivals, with notable recognition for Rose Byrne in Fallen Angels and Leigh Metcalf in various roles.
Our analysis
New York Times, The Guardian, The Independent, NY Post provide a cross-section of nominations, snubs, and context around the 2026 Tony Awards. Direct quotes and attributions are included in the analysis and quotes sections as required.
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