Generally, the Tonys haven't been about merit for years.
A small show with a cast of nobodys like YAGMCB, as opposed to a beloved classic like AGYG with a star above the title is going to sell far less well on tour. In a very small nutshell, that's why.
Of course, it's wonderful for you to be a fan of YAGMCB; it's a great show. But in the big, brassy popularity contest that is the Tony Awards, the 'best' show doesn't always win. You yourself reference two shows that divided fans who were passionate about their particular favorite.
If you want to get an idea of what is likely to win (and if you have so little else going on in your life that you actually care), take a look at the shows that have historically won 'Best' Musical and the ones that have won 'Best' Score or Book. Score and Book have become the American Theatre Wing's apology awards to truly deserving shows that got screwed because they weren't mainstream enough to sell well in the Bible Belt.
Yes, there are exceptions to every rule, and I'm strictly expressing my opinion. But I have to wonder how much energy you've expended obsessing over YAGMCB's loss of the Best Musical Revival award to AGYG over the years, and what good you might have done in the world with the eneregies you've wasted.
Updated On: 4/11/11 at 11:51 PM
