Which playwright has won the most Tony Awards?

Stephen Sondheim
Stephen Sondheim has received eight Tony Awards, more than any other composer. He has won seven times: Best Music and Best Lyrics for Company (1971); and Best Score for Follies (1972), A Little Night Music (1973), Sweeney Todd (1979), Into the Woods (1988) and Passion (1994).

Why is it called a Tony?

Tony Awards, annual awards for distinguished achievement in American theatre. Named for the actress-producer Antoinette Perry, the annual awards were established in 1947 by the American Theatre Wing and are intended to recognize excellence in plays and musicals staged on Broadway.

What shows are nominated for Tonys 2022?

Tony Awards: The Best New Musical Nominees

  • The 2022 nominees. The race for best new musical at the Tony Awards — traditionally the most financially beneficial prize — is a broad six-way contest this year.
  • “Girl From the North Country.”
  • “MJ.”
  • “Mr. Saturday Night.”
  • “Paradise Square.”
  • “Six: The Musical.”
  • “A Strange Loop.”

What actor has the most Tonys?

Harold Prince
Individuals. Wins: Harold Prince has won 21 Tony Awards, more than anyone else, including eight for Best Direction of a Musical, eight for Best Musical, two for Best Producer of a Musical, and three special Tony Awards.

What does Tony mean in slang?

stylish or luxurious
The definition of tony is slang and means stylish or luxurious. An example of something tony is a brand new luxury vehicle. adjective.

Who is hosting Tony’s 2022?

Ariana DeBose75th Tony Awards / Host

What is the date for the 2022 Tony Awards?

June 12, 2022 at 5:00 PM PDT75th Tony Awards / Date
When and where are the Tonys? The Tonys will air live from Radio City Music Hall at 8 p.m. E.T. on Sunday, June 12, preceded by a special pre-show on Paramount+—The Tony Awards: Act One, hosted by Darren Criss and Julianne Hough*—*at 7 p.m.

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