Tony Awards 2016: A Night to Remember
A Record-Breaking Year
The 70th Annual Tony Awards, held on June 12, 2016, was a night to remember. The awards ceremony, which recognizes excellence in Broadway theater, saw a record-breaking number of nominations for "Hamilton," and a memorable opening tribute to the victims of the Orlando shooting.
Hamilton Dominates
"Hamilton," the acclaimed hip-hop musical about the life of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, dominated the Tony Awards, winning 11 awards, including Best Musical. The musical's creator, Lin-Manuel Miranda, won Best Original Score and Best Book of a Musical.
A Soaring Tribute
The awards ceremony opened with a somber tribute to the victims of the mass shooting at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando. Host James Corden led the audience in a moment of silence and a performance of "What the World Needs Now Is Love." The tribute set the tone for a night that was both celebratory and reflective.
Other Notable Winners
In addition to "Hamilton," other notable winners included:
- Best Play: "The Humans"
- Best Revival of a Play: "Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman"
- Best Revival of a Musical: "The Color Purple"
- Best Actress in a Play: Jessica Lange ("Long Day's Journey into Night")
- Best Actor in a Play: Frank Langella ("The Father")
- Best Actress in a Musical: Cynthia Erivo ("The Color Purple")
- Best Actor in a Musical: Leslie Odom Jr. ("Hamilton")
The 70th Annual Tony Awards was a night of celebration and recognition for the best of Broadway theater. It will be remembered for its record-breaking achievements, its somber tribute, and its unforgettable performances.
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