Tony Awards 2025 Date, Nominations, Lineup, TV Channel and How to Watch

The 78th Annual Tony Awards will take place on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. This Award was presented by the Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing to recognize excellence in Broadway productions.   The eligibility cutoff date for the 2024-2025 season is Sunday, April 27, 2025. This means that any Broadway production that opened between April 26, 2024, and April 27, 2025, is eligible for consideration for a Tony Award. 

Tony Awards 2025 Overview

Here’s a quick overview of the 78th Annual Tony Awards, scheduled for June 8, 2025:

• Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025
• Venue: Radio City Music Hall, NY City,USA. 
• Broadcast: Live on CBS and Paramount+
• Eligibility Cut-off Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025
• Nomination Announcement: Thursday, May 1, 2025

Awards:

The Tony Awards 2025 will feature a wide range of categories recognizing excellence in various aspects of Broadway productions. Here are some of the major award categories:

• Play Categories:

  • Best Play
  • Best Revival of a Play
  • Best Direction of a Play
  • Best Scenic Design of a Play
  • Best Costume Design of a Play
  • Best Lighting Design of a Play
  • Best Sound Design of a Play 

• Musical Categories:

  • Best Musical
  • Best Revival of a Musical 
  • Best Book of a Musical
  • Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics)  
  • Best Orchestrations
  • Best Choreography
  • Best Direction of a Musical
  • Best Scenic Design of a Musical
  • Best Costume Design of a Musical
  • Best Lighting Design of a Musical
  • Best Sound Design of a Musical 

• Other Categories:

  • Special Tony Awards (for lifetime achievement, humanitarian efforts, etc.)

Presenters:

Unfortunately, the full list of presenters for the 2025 Tony Awards has not yet been officially announced.

Tony Awards 2025 Nominations:

The nominations for the 2025 Tony Awards will be announced on Thursday, May 1, 2025

Tony Awards 2025 Lineup

The lineup for this Awards is not yet finalized. However, based on the eligibility period (April 26, 2024 – April 27, 2025)

1. Performances:

The specific performances for the 2025 Tony Awards have not been officially announced. However, based on past years, we can expect a mix of:

• Excerpts from nominated musicals: Expect to see show-stopping numbers from the best musical nominees, showcasing the talent of the cast and creative teams.
• Medleys and tributes: The Tony Awards often feature special medleys celebrating the history of Broadway, honoring legendary figures, or commemorating specific themes.
• Guest musical performances: Expect appearances from popular musical artists who may or may not be directly connected to Broadway, adding to the star power of the event

2. Special Tributes and Segments:

The specific special tributes and segments for the 2025 Tony Awards have not been officially announced.

• In Memoriam: A poignant segment honoring members of the theatre community who passed away during the year.
• Special Awards: Presentations of the Special Tony Awards, which recognize lifetime achievement, humanitarian efforts, and other significant contributions to the theatre.
• Celebrations of Milestones: Tributes to long-running Broadway shows, significant anniversaries, or other noteworthy milestones in the history of Broadway.
• Surprise Appearances: Unexpected guest appearances from beloved celebrities or surprise performances that add a touch of magic to the evening.

Tony Awards Hosts

The host for the 2025 Tony Awards has not yet been announced.

• Past Host: Ariana DeBose hosted the last three Tony Awards ceremonies, but has stated she will not be returning to host for a fourth consecutive year.

Stay tuned to the official Tony Awards website and other entertainment news sources for the announcement of the 2025 host.

Tony Awards 2025 Tickets

Unfortunately, tickets for the 2025 Tony Awards are not available to the general public.

Tony Awards 2025 TV Channel

The 78th Annual Tony Awards publish:

• CBS: Sunday, June 8, 2025
• Time: 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM ET (5:00 PM to 8:00 PM PT)

Alternative Viewing Options:

• Paramount+: Live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the special air.

Tony Award Winners List  2024

This Award was held on  16th June, 2024. There is some of the major winners: 

• Best Musical: The Outsiders  
• Best Play: Stereophonic 
• Best Revival of a Play: Appropriate
• Best Performance  in a Musical: Sir Jonathan Groff (Merrily We Roll Along)
• Best Performance  in a Musical: Sir Maleah Joi Moon (The Outsiders)
• Best Performance  in a Play: Sir Jeremy Strong (An Enemy of the People) 
• Best Performance  in a Play: Sir Sarah Paulson

Tony Award Predictions

Predicting Tony Awards winners is always tricky, but here are some early thoughts based on the shows that have opened so far in the 2024-2025 Broadway season:

Possible Contenders:

Best Musical:

• • “Boop!” (High-energy, original score, strong buzz)
  • “Just in Time” (Potential for a classic feel-good winner)
  • “Operation Mincemeat” (Strong reviews, based on a true story)

Important Notes:

• This is VERY early: Many more shows will open before the April 27th eligibility cutoff, significantly impacting the race.
• “Smash” and “Stranger Things: The First Shadow” could be major players, but their impact remains to be seen.
• Revivals: “Gypsy” and “Sunset Boulevard” are likely contenders for Best Revival of a Musical.

Disclaimer: These are just early predictions. The actual nominations and winners will depend on critical reception, box office performance, and the overall sentiment of the Tony voters.

I recommend keeping an eye on Broadway news and reviews as the season progresses for a more accurate picture of the potential Tony contenders.

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How to Watch Tony Awards 2025

You can watch the 78th Annual Tony Awards on:

• CBS: Live on Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM ET (5:00 PM to 8:00 PM PT)
• Paramount+:
  • Live: For subscribers with the SHOWTIME add-on.  
  • On-Demand: Available the day after the broadcast for all Paramount+ subscribers.