The 77th annual Tony Awards red carpet took place at the Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater in New York City. Angelina Jolie arrived in a stunning mint green draped gown with her daughter Vivienne, while Elle Fanning wore a chic black tailored suit. Other celebrities in attendance included Ariana DeBose, Alicia Keys, and Rachel McAdams, who all dazzled on the red carpet. The event was hosted by Ariana DeBose, with other presenters including Taraji P. Henson, Jennifer Hudson, and Nick Jonas. Angelina Jolie, a producer of The Outsiders musical, led the presenters list and nominations announcement in April.
Jolie’s production The Outsiders musical received 12 nominations in various categories, including Best Musical, at the Tony Awards. Other nominees for Best Musical included Hell’s Kitchen, Illinoise, Suffs, and Water for Elephants. The awards also recognized notable actors and actresses from various Broadway productions, such as Rachel McAdams for Mary Jane, Jessica Lange for Mother Play, and Daniel Radcliffe for Merrily We Roll Along. Eddie Redmayne starred in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club and bagged a nomination for Best Lead Actor in a Musical.
In addition to the main categories of Best Musical and Best Play, the Tony Awards also featured nominations for Best Original Score, Best Direction, Best Choreography, and Best Orchestrations. Celebrities like Alicia Keys, Bebe Neuwirth, and Will Brill received nominations for their performances in various productions. The event highlighted the talent and creativity within the Broadway community, recognizing outstanding contributions in theater. The red carpet was filled with glamorous outfits and stylish appearances by attendees like Angelina Jolie, Elle Fanning, and Rachel McAdams.
The Tony Awards nominations included a diverse range of productions, from jukebox musicals like Hell’s Kitchen and Illinoise to adaptations of classic novels like Water for Elephants and The Notebook. Actors like Leslie Odom Jr., Liev Schreiber, and Jeremy Strong were recognized for their performances in plays, while actresses like Rachel McAdams and Jessica Lange received nominations as well. The event honored the best of Broadway, showcasing the talent and dedication of performers, directors, choreographers, and designers.
While some shows and performers were notably snubbed by the nominations, the overall lineup for the Tony Awards 2024 reflected the variety and quality of productions in the Broadway scene. From classic revivals like Cabaret to new musicals like The Outsiders, the nominees represented a diverse array of genres and styles. The awards ceremony recognized the hard work and artistry that goes into creating and performing in live theater, celebrating the magic of Broadway and its enduring impact on audiences worldwide.
