The musical “Schmigadoon!” won best musical at the 2026 Tony Awards, highlighting a strong Broadway season that combined commercial success with socially focused storytelling across multiple major categories and productions.
Meanwhile, “Liberation” secured best play for its portrayal of the women’s liberation movement, while “Ragtime” earned best musical revival for its exploration of race, class, and immigration in early American society.
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In addition, veteran actor John Lithgow won best leading actor for “Giant,” where he portrayed author Roald Dahl and examined public controversy, reputation pressure, and modern debates over antisemitism and accountability.
Furthermore, Lesley Manville won best leading actress in a play for “Oedipus,” while “Death of a Salesman” collected multiple awards, including best revival of a play and best direction through Joe Mantello’s production.
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As a result, Broadway experienced a record-breaking season, generating $1.91 billion in total grosses as audiences returned strongly for both new productions and long-running classics across major theatres.
Finally, the ceremony also featured performances and anniversary tributes for iconic shows like “Chicago,” “The Book of Mormon,” “A Chorus Line,” and “Rent,” marking a historic night for Broadway’s global theatre industry.