2022 Tony Award Nominations: The Lost Boys, Schmigadoon!, and More Lead the Pack
The Lost Boys and Schmigadoon! have both received 12 Tony Award nominations, making them the leading contenders this year. June Squibb, at 96 years old, has become the oldest actor ever to be nominated for a Tony Award. Meanwhile, Danny Burstein has made history as the most-nominated male actor in Tony history. The Lost Boys is based on the 1987 teen vampire thriller, while Schmigadoon! is a playful take on Broadway musicals. Ragtime, a revival celebrating early 20th-century America, follows closely behind with 11 nominations, and Death of a Salesman, starring Nathan Lane, received nine nods. In total, 24 shows received nominations across the 26 Tony categories, including Cats: The Jellicle Ball and a revival of Chess, a Cold War-era love triangle between chess grandmasters.
The nominees cover a wide range of genres and themes, showcasing the diversity and talent within the Broadway community. From classic adaptations to modern interpretations, this year's Tony Awards promise to be a celebration of the best in theater. Stay tuned for the awards ceremony to see which productions and performers will take home the coveted Tony Awards.