2026 Tony Awards Nominations Announced: Highlights and Key Categories
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss Unveil 2026 Tony Award Nominees
New York City, NY — In a dazzling announcement that set the stage for Broadway’s biggest night, Tony Award nominee Uzo Aduba and Tony Award winner Darren Criss revealed the nominees for the 2026 Tony Awards on “CBS Mornings” this Tuesday. The excitement continued as the full list of nominations was shared on the Tony Awards’ YouTube channel and official website.
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2026 Tony Award Nominees
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
- Rose Byrne, Fallen Angels
- Carrie Coon, Bug
- Susannah Flood, Liberation
- Lesley Manville, Oedipus
- Kelli O’Hara, Fallen Angels
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
- Will Harrison, Punch
- Nathan Lane, Arthur Miller’s ‘Death of a Salesman’
- John Lithgow, Giant
- Daniel Radcliffe, Every Brilliant Thing
- Mark Strong, Oedipus
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
- Sara Chase, Schmigadoon!
- Stephanie Hsu, Richard O’Brien’s ‘The Rocky Horror Show’
- Caissie Levy, Ragtime
- Marla Mindelle, Titaníque
- Christiani Pitts, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
- Nicholas Christopher, Chess
- Luke Evans, Richard O’Brien’s ‘The Rocky Horror Show’
- Joshua Henry, Ragtime
- Sam Tutty, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
- Brandon Uranowitz, Ragtime
Best Musical
- The Lost Boys
- Schmigadoon!
- Titaníque
- Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
Best Play
- The Balusters
- Giant
- Liberation
- Little Bear Ridge Road
The nominations also spotlight exceptional talents in various categories, including scenic design, choreography, and original scores, showcasing the breadth of creativity and artistry that defines Broadway.
As anticipation builds for the ceremony, fans and industry insiders alike are eager to see who will take home the coveted Tony Awards. With a star-studded lineup and a celebration of theatrical excellence, the 2026 Tony Awards promise to be a night to remember.
Stay tuned for more updates as the event approaches, and mark your calendars for June 7!