Tony Awards

An illustration of a scene from "Funny Girl"

Lea Michele Is the New ‘Funny Girl’

Aunna Beranek, Columbia College Chicago

Rachel Berry is back and many people are elated — while others are a bit more apprehensive.…

July 27, 2022

A still from the controversial Dear Evan Hansen

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ and Its Problematic Anti-Hero of a Protagonist

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

In a film that chooses to make a manipulative and, at times even creepy, character its hero, Ben Platt’s age is the last thing you need to worry about.…

October 8, 2021

A brown Broadway sign leads the way to the Antonyos.

The Antonyo Awards Highlight Black Talent on and off Broadway

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

The virtual inaugural ceremony held on Juneteenth was a celebratory leap forward for Black lives, achievement and artistry.…

July 14, 2020

As the Tony Awards Loom Closer, Which Productions Lead the Nominations?

Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley

You'll have to wait until June 9 to hear the winners, but here are the most promising nominees.…

May 15, 2019

The 5 Best Musicals That Are Based on Movies

Carly Ristaino, Union College

You can never have too much of a good scene.…

June 20, 2018

This Year’s Tony Awards Balanced Structure, Spontaneity and Inclusivity

Jenna Benchetrit, McGill University

Tears and cheers filled the room at the 72nd Tony Awards.…

June 12, 2018

At the Tony Awards This Year, Small Franchises Took Center Stage

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

The awards felt charged with a spirit of activism, a theme reinforced by the night's biggest winners.…