The 78th Annual Tony Awards took place at the historic Radio City Music Hall in New York City, with “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo serving as the ceremony’s host. The event celebrated outstanding achievements in Broadway theatre during the 2024–25 season, featuring 29 nominated productions competing for prestigious honors.
Among the night’s top winners was the musical Maybe Happy Ending, which took home several awards including Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score, credited to Will Aronson and Hue Park. The Best New Musical award went to Buena Vista Social Club, while English won Best Play.
Notable acting awards included Sarah Snook winning Best Leading Actress in a Play for The Picture of Dorian Gray, and Darren Criss receiving Best Leading Actor in a Musical for his role in Maybe Happy Ending. The ceremony also recognized outstanding performances by featured actors Francis Jue (Yellow Face) and Kara Young (Purpose).
Revival honors went to Sunset Boulevard for Best Musical Revival and Stranger Things: The First Shadow for Best Scenic Design of a Play, among others. The event showcased a blend of veteran stars and emerging talent, with appearances by Hollywood luminaries such as George Clooney and Nicole Scherzinger, who were also nominees.
Cynthia Erivo’s hosting was widely praised for bringing energy and elegance to Broadway’s biggest night, highlighting the vibrancy and resilience of live theatre. The ceremony underscored Broadway’s ongoing creative vitality and its ability to captivate audiences with diverse and compelling productions.
The 78th Tony Awards not only celebrated artistic excellence but also marked a joyful return to tradition at Radio City Music Hall, reaffirming Broadway’s central place in the cultural landscape.