The 2017 Tony Award nominees were announced yesterday during a live webcast from The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center. Which nominee for Best Musical do you think is the front-runner? Read on for a full list of nominees:
- “Come From Away”: “Come From Away” details the selfless hospitality provided by the residents of Newfoundland, Canada, following the morning of September 11, 2001. Residents provided asylum to 6,700 passengers whose flights were diverted in the wake of the 9/11 terror attacks on New York City. This musical is free of political satire and reminds the audience of a time when the nation stood united as one. A welcome sentiment in today’s harsh political climate.
- “Dear Evan Hansen”: Are you a fan of the Netflix Original, 13 Reasons Why? Then you’re sure to be mesmerized by “Dear Evan Hansen.” This angsty musical follows the lives of high school students dealing with the death of their classmate — a boy who was considered to be the “class freak.” The beautiful songs touch on loss, grief, self-delusion, and finding your tribe among other things.
- “Groundhog Day”: Bill Murray must be so proud! “Groundhog Day” is a musical adaptation of the 1993 film of the same name. Irritable city weatherman Phil Conners is stuck in small-town America, forced to relive the same monotonous day, over and over again — until he meets Rita Hanson!
- “Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812”: Josh Groban? Yes, please! Also known simply as “Great Comet,” this musical starring the multi-platinum recording artist as Pierre, has received high praise. A beautiful young woman, Natasha, finds herself in a compromising situation with a man who is not her fiancé — then she meets Pierre. A man full of love and compassion for her.
Do you think anyone was left off the list for Best Musical? We’d love to hear from you on our Facebook page! A complete list of nominations in all categories can be found at TonyAwards.com.
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