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Tuesday, June 10, 2014

Watch the Performance That Won Audra McDonald Her Sixth Tony Award (Video) by Playbill Staff

Audra McDonald made Tony Awards history June 8, becoming the first actress to win six Tony Awards in all four competitive acting categories.

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Monday, June 9, 2014

Who Made the Cut? The Top 10 Best-Dressed Broadway Celebs at the 2014 Tony Awards by Playbill Staff and George Brescia

Celebrity stylist George Brescia, who co-hosted "Dress Up! Live: The 2014 Tony Awards Red Carpet" — presented by Playbill.com and Stage17 — with Motown Tony nominee Val…

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The Moving Tony Awards "In Memoriam" You Didn't See: Remembering Those We Lost (Video) by Playbill Staff

In a change of awards season protocol this year, presenters of the 68th Annual Tony Awards did not broadcast the "In Memoriam" segment as part of the live June 8 Tony telecast.

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Twitter Talk! Bobby Cannavale's Live Tweets, Morning-After Updates, Twitter Faux Pas and More by Playbill Staff

Broadway's biggest night was held June 8, when the 68th Annual Tony Awards were presented at Radio City Music Hall. Playbill.com has collected the most-talked-about tweets of the night, …

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How Did Playbill.com Readers' Picks Compare to Tony Voters? by Playbill Staff

In the aftermath of the June 8 Tony Awards, Playbill.com revisits our readers poll, comparing the results of the poll to those of the voters for the 68th Annual Tony Awards. 

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Instagram Watch! Tony Selfies, Backstage Photos, Rehearsal Shots, Red Carpet Fashion and More by Playbill Staff

Broadway's biggest night was held June 8, when the 68th Annual Tony Awards were presented at Radio City Music Hall. Playbill.com has collected pictures, videos and more from all of the s…

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The Tony Awards: Just the Musical Performances (Video) by Playbill Staff

The 68th Annual Tony Awards featured more musical moments than any other ceremony in recent memory. From Hedwig to Beautiful and Idina Menzel, we've rounded up all of the performances fr…

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Sunday, June 8, 2014

Just the Winners, Please: Who Won the 68th Annual Tony Awards by Playbill Staff

The 68th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Tony winner Hugh Jackman, were presented June 8 at Radio City Music Hall.

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And the Winner Is: Tony Acceptance Speeches from Neil Patrick Harris, Jessie Mueller, Audra McDonald, Lena Hall and More by Playbill Staff

The 2014 Tony Awards were held June 8 at Radio City Music Hall, honoring the best of the 2013-14 season.

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And the Winner Is: Tony Acceptance Speeches from Jessie Mueller, Lena Hall, James Monroe Iglehart and More by Playbill Staff

The 2014 Tony Awards were held June 8 at Radio City Music Hall, honoring the best of the 2013-14 season.

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Sutton Foster, Lena Hall and More Inspire Us! But Who Paved Their Roads to the Tonys? by Playbill Staff

It's a marathon, not a sprint, right? For many of the 2014 Tony nominees, that's the hard-earned truth; but to become an artist of their caliber, there had to be fans cheering them o…

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It's Tony Time! Wall-to-Wall Live Tony Awards Coverage, Only on Playbill.com by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com is the definitive destination for wall-to-wall coverage of the 68th Annual Tony Awards June 8. From red-carpet fashion to celebrating with the winners at the Tony after parties,…

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Saturday, June 7, 2014

The Votes Are In: Playbill Readers Pick 2014 Tony Award Winners by Playbill Staff

With the theatre community buzzing about who will take home trophies at the 68th Annual Tony Awards, Playbill.com asked our readers to join the dialogue and vote for whom they would like to …

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Friday, June 6, 2014

The Tonys Are Coming!: Wall-to-Wall Live Tony Awards Coverage, Only on Playbill.com by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com is the definitive destination for wall-to-wall coverage of the 68th Annual Tony Awards June 8. From red carpet fashion to celebrating with the winners at the Tony after parties,…

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Thursday, June 5, 2014

Valisia LeKae to Co-Host Playbill.com and Stage17.tv Live Coverage from Tony Awards Red Carpet by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com has joined forces with entertainment website Stage17.tv to live stream coverage from the 68th Annual Tony Awards red carpet. Motown Tony nominee Valisia LeKae and stylist George…

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Valisia LeKae to Co-Host Playbill.com and Stage17.tv Live Coverage from Tony Awards Red Carpet by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com has joined forces with entertainment website Stage17.tv to live stream coverage from the 68th Annual Tony Awards red carpet. Motown Tony nominee Valisia LeKae and stylist George…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:28AM

Watch Hugh Jackman Dazzle at the Oscars and Tonys With Beyonce, Neil Patrick Harris and the Rockettes by Playbill Staff

Tony Award winner Hugh Jackman will host the 68th Annual Tony Awards June 8 at Radio City Music Hall.

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What Was Your Favorite Performance of the 2013-14 Broadway Season? Over 20 Show Folk Respond by Playbill Staff

As the 68th Annual Tony Awards draw near, Playbill.com asked a host of theatre artists, "What was your favorite performance or production of the current Broadway season — and why?…

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Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Shake It Up with These 15 Tony Awards-Inspired Cocktails by Playbill Staff

Raise a glass to the 2014 Tony Award nominees with Playbill.com's Tony-themed cocktail recipes, created in collaboration with nightlife venue 54 Below.

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10 Facts to Know About The Broadway League, Co-Presenter of The Tony Awards by Playbill Staff

The Broadway League, the national trade association for the Broadway industry, annually joins forces with The American Theatre Wing to present the Tony Awards, Broadway's biggest honor. …

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Tuesday, June 3, 2014

10 Facts to Know About The American Theatre Wing, Co-Presenter of The Tony Awards by Playbill Staff

American Theatre Wing, which is dedicated to "preserving the past, celebrating the present, and fostering the future of American theatre nationwide," annually joins forces with The…

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Monday, June 2, 2014

THE SCREENING ROOM: Watch Alice Ripley, Keala Settle, Matt Doyle and Margo Seibert Strip with The Skivvies (Video) by Playbill Staff

Alice Ripley, Keala Settle, Margo Seibert, Matt Doyle and Christopher J. Hanke were among the performers who joined The Skivvies for their upcoming Playbill Centerfolds concerts at 54 Below …

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Sunday, June 1, 2014

#PlaybillPride! 30 Days of Pride, Celebrating the LGBT Voices of Broadway, Kicks Off June 1 by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com begins its 30 Days of Pride initiative June 1, profiling the dynamic voices of the LGBT community and pioneers of the stage.

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Friday, May 30, 2014

The Tonys Are Coming! Get Your Printable 2014 Tony Awards Ballot Here! by Playbill Staff

The 68th Annual Tony Awards are just days away. Playbill.com is getting in the spirit with our annual Tony Awards ballot, which lets theatre fans take part in Broadway's big night from h…

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THE SCREENING ROOM: Happy Birthday, Idina Menzel (Video) by Playbill Staff

Idina Menzel, a Tony winner for her performance in the international hit musical Wicked, received a 2014 Tony nomination for her performance as Elizabeth in Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey's n…

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Vote for Your Picks to Win 2014 Tony Awards! (Part 3) by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com launches our Tony Awards poll, asking readers to vote for the nominees they'd like to see take home Broadway's biggest honor June 8 at Radio City Music Hall.

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PLAYBILL PICKS: Playbill.com Staff Members Choose Their Favorite Tony Awards Performances by Playbill Staff

As the 68th Annual Tony Awards approach, Playbill.com staff members decided to choose their favorite performances from Tony Awards telecasts throughout the years. Click through to see which …

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Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Musicals, Revivals and Reinventions: Breaking Down the 2014 Tony-Nominated Productions by Playbill Staff

With the 68th Annual Tony Awards approaching, Playbill.com spotlights the 2013-14 productions nominated for Best Musical, Best Play, Best Revival of a Musical and Best Revival of a Play so o…

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Monday, May 26, 2014

Medleys, Showstoppers and Stars: The Performances We'd Like to See on the Tony Awards by Playbill Staff

From Sutton Foster to Idina Menzel, Neil Patrick Harris, Kelli O'Hara, Aladdin and Gent's Guide, here are our choices for the musical performances we are hoping to see during the Jun…

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THE SCREENING ROOM: Tony Award-Winning Performances (Video) by Playbill Staff

The 68th Annual Tony Awards are less than two weeks away, so the staff at Playbill.com thought it would be a good time to take a look back at some of our favorite (Tony Award-winning) perfor…

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Sunday, May 25, 2014

PLAYBILL POLL: What Broadway Show Closed Too Soon? Readers Respond by Playbill Staff

The Bridges of Madison County ended its brief Broadway run May 18 after 137 performances. The show earned four 2014 Tony Award nominations, including Best Original Score for Jason Rober…

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