What's happened
Broadway honors are underway as the Tony Awards highlight Schmigadoon! and The Lost Boys, with Schmigadoon! leading in anticipation and The Lost Boys delivering standout stagecraft amid a tough season for new musicals.
What's behind the headline?
Analysis
- Schmigadoon! has emerged as a frontrunner, with insiders predicting a Best Musical win, potentially boosting box office amid a challenging market.
- The Lost Boys is delivering on stagecraft and spectacle, raising questions about sustainability of its big-budget approach.
- Critics remain divided on tone and pacing, but the ceremony's live format could tilt opinions in real time.
- The Tony race is being watched as a barometer for Broadway’s health this season, with voter sentiment leaning toward shows that combine innovation with audience appeal.
How we got here
The Tonys are shaping the season’s narrative, with Schmigadoon! contending for Best Musical and The Lost Boys delivering high-profile spectacle. Coverage spans AP News, NY Post, New York Times and The Independent.
Our analysis
AP News, New York Times, NY Post, The Independent provide a mix of praise for Schmigadoon! and critique of The Lost Boys; coverage emphasizes live performance and stagecraft.
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