The prestigious Tony Awards at Lincoln Center on Sunday saw Hollywood heavyweights Angelina Jolie and Daniel Radcliffe secure their first wins, marking significant milestones in their careers.
Angelina Jolie’s production, “The Outsiders: A New Musical,” clinched the award for Best Musical, bringing her one step closer to achieving the coveted EGOT status (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony).
Jolie’s foray into the world of musical theater has been met with critical acclaim, and this win solidifies her versatility and prowess as a producer.
Meanwhile, Daniel Radcliffe was honored with the award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for his role in “Merrily We Roll Along.”
Radcliffe’s performance has been widely praised, and this award underscores his talent and commitment to the stage.
David Adjmi’s ‘Stereophonic’ Dominates
The evening’s standout was David Adjmi’s film adaptation, “Stereophonic,” which emerged as the biggest winner, taking home five awards from its 13 nominations. This success highlights the production’s excellence and the impact it has had on audiences and critics alike.
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ play “Appropriate” also had a strong showing, garnering three awards. Alicia Keys’ musical “Hell’s Kitchen” secured two awards from its ten nominations, further demonstrating the diverse talent celebrated at this year’s ceremony.
Lifetime Achievement and Special Awards
Special Tony Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre were presented to esteemed directors Jack O’Brien and George C. Wolfe, honoring their significant contributions to the world of theater.
Other Special Tony Award recipients included sound designer Abe Jacob, comedian Alex Edelman, and actress Nikiya Mathis, recognizing their unique and impactful contributions to the theater industry.
The Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre were awarded to Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, the Dramatists Guild Foundation, Judith O. Rubin, The Samuel J. Friedman Health Center for the Performing Arts, Wendall K. Harrington, and The Wilma Theater, celebrating their outstanding support and dedication to the arts.
Complete List of Winners
Best Play
Winner: “Stereophonic”
Nominees: “Mary Jane,” “Mother Play,” “Prayer for the French Republic,” “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” “Republic”
Best Musical
Winner: “The Outsiders”
Nominees: “Suffs,” “Water for Elephants,” “Hell’s Kitchen,” “Illinois”
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Winner: Sarah Paulson for “Appropriate”
Nominees: Betsy Aidem for “Prayer for the French Republic,” Jessica Lange for “Mother Play,” Rachel McAdams for “Mary Jane,” Amy Ryan for “Doubt: A Parable”
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Winner: Jonathan Groff for “Merrily We Roll Along”
Nominees: Brody Grant for “The Outsiders,” Dorian Harewood for “The Notebook,” Brian d’Arcy James for “Days of Wine and Roses,” Eddie Redman for “Stereophonic”
Best Lighting Design of a Musical
Winner: Brian MacDevitt and Hana S. Kim for “The Outsiders”
Nominees: Brandon Stirling Baker for “Illinois,” Justin Peck for “Illinois,” Camille A. Brown for “Hell’s Kitchen,” Jesse Robb and Shana Carroll for “Water for Elephants,” Rick Kuperman and Jeff Kuperman for “The Outsiders,” Annie-B Parson for “Here Lies Love”
Best Orchestrations
Winner: Jonathan Tunick for “Merrily We Roll Along”
Nominees: Timo Andres for “Illinois,” Tom Kitt and Adam Blackstone for “Hell’s Kitchen,” Will Butler and Justin Craig for “Stereophonic,” Justin Levine, Matt Hinkley, and Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance) for “The Outsiders”
The Tony Awards celebration was a testament to the incredible talent and dedication within the theater industry.
As the stars shone brightly at Lincoln Center, the evening highlighted the transformative power of theater and its ability to bring diverse stories and voices to the forefront.
