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Tony Awards 2026: Every Winner Revealed From Broadway's Biggest Night

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Broadway's biggest night delivered plenty of surprises, emotional speeches, and more than a few moments that had theater fans saying, "yes, girl." The 79th Annual Tony Awards lit up Radio City Music Hall on Sunday night, celebrating the best productions, performances, and creative achievements from the 2025-2026 Broadway season.


While several shows entered the night with high expectations, it was Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman that emerged as the evening's biggest winner, collecting six Tony Awards. Meanwhile, Schmigadoon! continued its impressive journey from Apple TV+ favorite to Broadway sensation, taking home the coveted Best Musical trophy.


Elsewhere, Ragtime proved that some classics never go out of style, winning Best Revival of a Musical and sweeping both lead acting categories in a musical. The Lost Boys also had a strong showing with four wins, proving that the beloved vampire tale found new life on the Great White Way.


Hosted by Pink, the ceremony balanced heartfelt moments with Broadway spectacle, while anniversary tributes to The Book of Mormon, Chicago, and A Chorus Line reminded audiences why theater remains one of entertainment's most enduring art forms.


Broadway came to play.



The Biggest Winners of the Night

Production

Awards Won

Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman

6

Schmigadoon!

4

Ragtime

4

The Lost Boys

4

Cats: The Jellicle Ball

3

Liberation

1

Major Tony Awards 2026 Winners

Category

Winner

Best Musical

Schmigadoon!

Best Play

Liberation

Best Revival of a Musical

Ragtime

Best Revival of a Play

Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman

Best Actor in a Play

John Lithgow (Giant)

Best Actress in a Play

Lesley Manville (Oedipus)

Best Actor in a Musical

Joshua Henry (Ragtime)

Best Actress in a Musical

Caissie Levy (Ragtime)

Best Featured Actor in a Play

Alden Ehrenreich (Becky Shaw)

Best Featured Actress in a Play

Laurie Metcalf (Death of a Salesman)

Best Featured Actor in a Musical

Ali Louis Bourzgui (The Lost Boys)

Best Featured Actress in a Musical

Shoshana Bean (The Lost Boys)

Best Direction of a Play

Joe Mantello (Death of a Salesman)

Best Direction of a Musical

Cats: The Jellicle Ball


Notable Highlights

One of the night's biggest stories was the continued dominance of Death of a Salesman. The acclaimed revival won across multiple creative categories while Laurie Metcalf added another Tony Award to her already impressive collection. Not us feeling emotional watching Broadway royalty do what they do best.


For television fans, Schmigadoon! winning Best Musical was a particularly satisfying moment. The Apple TV+ comedy series successfully made the leap from streaming to stage, proving that the show's love letter to musical theater resonated just as strongly with Broadway audiences as it did with viewers at home.


Meanwhile, Ragtime reminded everyone why it remains one of the most beloved musicals ever written. Its Best Revival victory, paired with acting wins for Joshua Henry and Caissie Levy, solidified its status as one of the season's must-see productions.


And let's talk about The Lost Boys. The vampire musical entered the night tied for the most nominations and left with four Tony Awards. Kiefer Sutherland may have helped produce it, but the show's creative team and cast proved it could stand on its own as one of Broadway's breakout hits.


List of Top Creative Winners

  • Best Book of a Musical: Schmigadoon! — Cinco Paul

  • Best Original Score: Schmigadoon! — Cinco Paul

  • Best Choreography: Cats: The Jellicle Ball

  • Best Orchestrations: Schmigadoon!

  • Best Scenic Design of a Musical: The Lost Boys

  • Best Costume Design of a Musical: Cats: The Jellicle Ball

  • Best Lighting Design of a Musical: The Lost Boys

  • Best Sound Design of a Musical: Ragtime


The 2026 Tony Awards ultimately showcased a Broadway season that celebrated both beloved classics and ambitious new works. From the emotional power of Death of a Salesman to the infectious charm of Schmigadoon!, this year's winners reflected the range and creativity currently thriving on Broadway.


For theater fans, the message was clear: Broadway is alive, thriving, and still capable of delivering unforgettable moments. And after a night like this, we can't wait to see what takes center stage next.

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