TONY NOMINATIONS

I debated whether or not I should post my feelings about the Tony nominations (which were announced today) since I don't live in New York and I haven't seen any of the nominated shows (except for the horror of Lestat during its SF run) so I thought I'd just do a short bit. Though I will say that It kind of bothers me that so many people have opinions on who should win without having seen any of the shows.

The Drowsy Chaperone (which I know nothing about) leads the pack with 13 nominations. The acclaimed revival of Sweeney Todd starring Patti LuPone and Michael Cerveris received 6 nominations (and even though I haven't seen it - I LOVE the recording and on Tony night I will be rooting for them) including Best Revival of a Musical. Lestat received 2 nominations - 1 for costume (okay I guess) and one for Carolee Carmello as Supporting Actress in a Musical (though I think they gave it to her just because she's the one talented person in a really shitty show)

There was talk of having a Tony presented to an actor or actress who was re-creating a role - that didn't happen. A special lifetime achievement award will be presented to Hal Prince which is probably why I will watch the show this year. I just hope Hugh Jackman doesn't sing with Aretha Franklin this year - it was painful to hear last year.

The complete list can be seen on the Tony Awards Website. The awards will be presented & broadcast on June 11.