Tony Awards Dedicated to Orlando Victims; Hamilton Performance Removes Muskets

On Broadway's biggest night, the theater community has banded together ahead of the Tony Awards to pay their respects to the victims of the shooting in Orlando, Florida.

According to the The New York Times' Michael Paulson, the Hamilton cast will no longer use muskets in their Tony performance in light of the attack at Pulse, a gay nightclub in Orlando. The production reached this decision following the dress rehearsal, during which time the props were featured.

Over 50 people were killed in what is being reported as the worst mass shooting in U.S. history. Earlier today, it was announced that this evening's Tony Awards ceremony is dedicated to the victims of the tragedy.

The 2016 #TonyAwards are dedicated to those affected by the events in Orlando. pic.twitter.com/ILNbbhxSHD

— The Tony Awards (@TheTonyAwards) June 12, 2016

In addition, the Tony Awards have created a special ribbon to honor Orlando.

The Tonys have created a ribbon in remembrance for Orlando. The Theatre community stands in solidarity. #TonysRibbon pic.twitter.com/w0jBbTd8zU

— The Tony Awards (@TheTonyAwards) June 12, 2016