I know this isn't related to the topic, but people have already brought up the subject, so... why do you guys consider Erivo a lock? I'm not trying to start a fight or anything, just honestly curious. I do think Erivo is giving a jaw-dropping performance, but this season is full of great performances: Carmen Cusack, Philipa Soo, Audra McDonald (or has the Tony comittee ruled that her performance falls under the 'featured' category?), Mueller, Erivo and Benanti. Tony voters could relate more to someone else's performance (or even 'decite to share the wealth', supposing some are voting the The Color Purple in revival). I only consider someone's performance a lock when it truly stands out amidst a poor season (or full of close shows). Last year's result for featured actress was an example of that: people thought the Tony would go to someone from Fun Home (though predictions were split between Sydney Lucas and Judy Kuhn), but it went to Ruthie Ann Miles.
Updated On: 4/19/16 at 10:34 PM