The 2024 Tony Awards are fast approaching, with eight exciting musicals set to perform during the ceremony. The event will be broadcast live on June 16 from Lincoln Center.
The musicals slated to perform include Cabaret, Hell’s Kitchen, Illinoise, Merrily We Roll Along, Suffs, The Outsiders, The Who’s Tommy, and Water For Elephants. While the specific numbers each show will perform have not been announced yet, viewers can expect a night filled with spectacular performances.
Hosted by Julianne Hough, Utkarsh Ambudkar, and Ariana DeBose, the Tony Awards promise to be a star-studded event. The pre-show, The Tony Awards: Act One, will kick off the evening, followed by the main ceremony airing on CBS and Paramount+.
Interestingly, some notable musicals like The Notebook, The Wiz, and The Heart of Rock and Roll were left out of the performance lineup despite their popularity. In recent years, the Tony Awards have featured performances from shows that were not nominated, showcasing the diversity and talent of Broadway.
One surprising absence from the broadcast is Stereophonic, a play that received a nomination for Best Score. Playwright David Adjmi expressed disappointment on social media about not being able to perform at the ceremony, despite the cast’s willingness.
With Hell’s Kitchen and Stereophonic leading the nominations with 13 nods each, the 2024 Tony Awards promise to be a thrilling night celebrating the best of Broadway. Stay tuned for more updates and announcements as the event draws near. For additional information and the full list of nominations, visit Playbill.com/Tonys. Get ready for a night of unforgettable performances and well-deserved recognition for the talented individuals behind these outstanding productions.