2026 Tony Awards Celebrate Excellence in Musical Theatre: Complete Winners List Revealed

The 2026 Tony Awards showcased the pinnacle of achievement in musical theatre, honoring outstanding productions, performances, and creative contributions. The ceremony, held at the iconic Radio City Music Hall in New York City, celebrated a diverse array of talent and creativity within the industry.

Best Musical

The award for Best Musical was presented to The Lost Boys, produced by a notable ensemble including James Carpinello, Marcus Chait, and Patrick Wilson, among others. The production was recognized for its innovative storytelling and captivating performances.

Other nominees in this category included:

• Schmigadoon!, produced by Lorne Michaels and a team of prominent figures such as Micah Frank and Caroline Maroney.
• Titaníque, with producers including Eva Price and Marla Mindelle, which brought a unique twist to the classic tale.
• Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), produced by Kevin McCollum and a collective of creative minds.

Best Revival of a Musical

The award for Best Revival of a Musical was awarded to Cats: The Jellicle Ball, produced by Michael Harrison and Mike Bosner, among others. This revival captivated audiences with its fresh interpretation of the beloved classic.

Other contenders for this prestigious award included:

• Ragtime, produced by Lincoln Center Theater and featuring a talented team led by Lear deBessonet.
• Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, produced by the Roundabout Theatre Company, which continues to enchant audiences with its cult classic appeal.

Best Direction of a Musical

The Best Direction of a Musical award recognized the visionary talents of Michael Arden for The Lost Boys. Other nominees included:

• Lear deBessonet for Ragtime.
• Christopher Gattelli for Schmigadoon!.
• Tim Jackson for Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York).
• Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch for Cats: The Jellicle Ball.

Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Nicholas Christopher received the award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role for his role in Chess. Other nominees included:

• Luke Evans for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show.
• Joshua Henry for Ragtime.
• Sam Tutty for Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York).
• Brandon Uranowitz for Ragtime.

Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

The award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role went to Sara Chase for her performance in Schmigadoon!. Other nominees included:

• Stephanie Hsu for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show.
• Caissie Levy for Ragtime.
• Marla Mindelle for Titaníque.
• Christiani Pitts for Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York).

Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Ali Louis Bourzgui was awarded Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role for his role in The Lost Boys. Other nominees included:

• André De Shields for Cats: The Jellicle Ball.
• Bryce Pinkham for Chess.
• Ben Levi Ross for Ragtime.
• Layton Williams for Titaníque.

Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Shoshana Bean received the award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role for her work in The Lost Boys. Other nominees included:

• Hannah Cruz for Chess.
• Rachel Dratch for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show.
• Ana Gasteyer for Schmigadoon!.
• Nichelle Lewis for Ragtime.

Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

The award for Best Original Score was presented to Schmigadoon!, with music and lyrics by Cinco Paul. Other nominees included:

• Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman, music by Caroline Shaw.
• August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, music by Steve Bargonetti.
• The Lost Boys, music and lyrics by The Rescues.
• Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), music and lyrics by Jim Barne and Kit Buchan.

Best Book of a Musical

The Best Book of a Musical award went to Schmigadoon!, written by Cinco Paul. Other nominees included:

• The Lost Boys, by David Hornsby and Chris Hoch.
• Titaníque, by Marla Mindelle, Constantine Rousouli, and Tye Blue.
• Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), by Jim Barne and Kit Buchan.

Best Orchestrations

The award for Best Orchestrations was presented to Doug Besterman and Mike Morris for Schmigadoon!. Other nominees included:

• Ethan Popp, Kyler England, Adrianne “AG” Gonzalez, and Gabriel Mann for The Lost Boys.
• Lux Pyramid for Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York).
• Brian Usifer for Chess.
• Andrew Lloyd Webber, David Wilson, Trevor Holder, and Doug Schadt for Cats: The Jellicle Ball.

Best Choreography

The award for Best Choreography was awarded to Omari Wiles and Arturo Lyons for Cats: The Jellicle Ball. Other nominees included:

• Christopher Gattelli for Schmigadoon!.
• Ellenore Scott for Ragtime.
• Ani Taj for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show.
• Lauren Yalango-Grant and Christopher Cree Grant for The Lost Boys.

Best Scenic Design of a Musical

Dane Laffrey received the award for Best Scenic Design for The Lost Boys. Other nominees included:

• dots for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show.
• Soutra Gilmour for Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York).
• Rachel Hauck for Cats: The Jellicle Ball.
• Scott Pask for Schmigadoon!.

Best Costume Design of a Musical

The award for Best Costume Design was presented to Qween Jean for Cats: The Jellicle Ball. Other nominees included:

• Linda Cho for Ragtime.
• Linda Cho for Schmigadoon!.
• Ryan Park for The Lost Boys.
• David I. Reynoso for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show.

Best Lighting Design of a Musical

Jen Schriever and Michael Arden won the award for Best Lighting Design for The Lost Boys. Other nominees included:

• Kevin Adams for Chess.
• Jane Cox for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show.
• Donald Holder for Schmigadoon!.
• Adam Honoré for Cats: The Jellicle Ball.
• Adam Honoré and Donald Holder (Lighting Design) and 59 Studio (Projection Design) for Ragtime.

Best Sound Design of a Musical

Kai Harada was awarded Best Sound Design for his work on Ragtime. Other nominees included:

• Kai Harada for Cats: The Jellicle Ball.
• Adam Fisher for The Lost Boys.
• Brian Ronan for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show.
• Walter Trarbach for Schmigadoon!.

For a complete list of winners and further details, visit Billboard.

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Published on 2026-06-08 02:53:00 • By FAME Delivered News Desk