Tony Awards FAQ! Everything You Need to Know About the 2015 Ceremony
The 69th annual Tony Awards ceremony is almost here! We’ve pulled together some frequently asked questions about Broadway’s big night so you can find all of the answers in one place. Happy Tonys, everybody!
When are the 2015 Tony Awards?
Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 8PM EST.
Where will the Tony Awards ceremony be held?
Radio City Music Hall in the heart of New York City.
Who are the 2015 Tony hosts?
Alan Cumming and Kristin Chenoweth! Cumming, who won a 1998 Tony Award for his performance in Cabaret, has also appeared on Broadway in Design for Living, The Threepenny Opera, Macbeth as well as an acclaimed turn reprising his role as the Emcee in Cabaret last season. Self-proclaimed “pocket diva” Chenoweth won a Tony Award in 1999 for You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. She has also appeared on Broadway in Steel Pier, Epic Proportions, The Apple Tree, Promises, Promises and (of course) Wicked. She is also currently nominated for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance in On the Twentieth Century. The pair memorably appeared together in the 1999 TV movie version of Annie.
How can I watch the Tony Awards ceremony?
Tune into CBS from 8-11PM ET/delayed PT to see the presentation of the major awards and performances. Be sure to follow Broadway.com on Twitter and Periscope for live updates and broadcasts of the red carpet, press room and more!
Can I watch the Tony telecast if I am not in the U.S.A.?
The following international broadcasters will carry the show: CHCH in Canada, Film & Arts in Central and South American and the Caribbean, Sky Network Arts Channel in New Zealand, Foxtel Arts Channel in Australia, Wowow in Japan, ABS-CBN in the Philippines and Armed Forces Network Television, which is available to the U.S. Armed Forces stationed outside of the United States. Check local listings for more info.
Who are the 2015 Tony nominees?
Click here for a complete list of the 2015 Tony Award nominees. Want to know the nominees’ deep dark secrets? Watch these videos.
Who are the presenters at the 2015 Tony Awards?
A starry roster of presenters and participants will include Jason Alexander, Rose Byrne, Bobby Cannavale, Harry Connick, Jr., Bradley Cooper, Anna Chlumsky, Misty Copeland, Larry David, Taye Diggs, Sutton Foster, Jennifer Grey, Joel Grey, Josh Groban, Neil Patrick Harris, Marg Helgenberger, Dulé Hill, Nick Jonas, Kiesza, Judith Light, Jennifer Lopez, Joe Manganiello, Debra Messing, Patina Miller, Jennifer Nettles, Jim Parsons, Bernadette Peters, David Hyde Pierce, Phylicia Rashad, Thomas Sadoski, Taylor Shilling, Amanda Seyfried, Kiefer Sutherland, Sting, Corey Stoll, Ashley Tisdale, Tommy Tune, Rita Wilson and more.
What shows will be performing during the Tony Awards ceremony?
The Tony Awards are always a singing-dancing event! The ceremony promises appearances by the stars of the nominated shows An American in Paris, Fun Home, On the Town, On the Twentieth Century, The King and I, Something Rotten! and The Visit will be performing. Additionally, the stars of Broadway’s Finding Neverland, Gigi and It Shoulda Been You will perform numbers. In celebration of its 10th Broadway anniversary, the cast of Jersey Boys will also perform.
Where can I find photos, videos and features about the big event?
Hello! You’re already here. Check in with Broadway.com during and after the ceremony for a complete list of winners, photos, video and other highlights of Broadway’s biggest night…and don’t forget about us on Twitter, Instagram, Periscope, Facebook and Tumblr.
What fun stuff can I do during the telecast?
If you’re already following us on social media, you know we’re going to have a good time together! You can also follow members of the Broadway.com team on Twitter: Editor-in-Chief Paul Wontorek (@PaulWontorek), Managing Editor Beth Stevens (@beebea), Features Editor Lindsay Champion (@lindsaychampion), News Editor Imogen Lloyd Webber (@illoydwebber), Photo Editor Caitlin McNaney (@micnane) and Photographer Bruce Glikas (@brugli). And we fully expect you to indulge in Broadway-themed treats while joining the #TonyHunt!