Posted: 12/15/25 at 11:00am
I get their strategy, but is it assured that Titanique would be considered a new musical for Tony noms? Could this be deemed a "classic" and go into the best revival category? Does having more or less of the original cast involved make the committee lean one way or another? Just a thought, no hate please.
Posted: 12/15/25 at 11:02am
pathman2 said: "I get their strategy, but is it assured that Titanique would be considered anew musical for Tony noms? Could this be deemed a "classic" and go into the best revival category?Does having more or less of the original cast involved make the committee lean one way or another? Just a thought, no hate please."
It will be considered a new musical and the cast won't make a difference, no.
Posted: 12/15/25 at 11:04am
pathman2 said: "I get their strategy, but is it assured that Titanique would be considered anew musical for Tony noms? Could this be deemed a "classic" and go into the best revival category?Does having more or less of the original cast involved make the committee lean one way or another? Just a thought, no hate please."
This would definitely qualify as a new musical. A good recent comparison would be Here Lies Love, which wasn’t nominated for Best Musical, but garnered an Original Score nomination.
Posted: 12/15/25 at 11:12am
I was just about to say--this doesn't make much sense from a financial perspective (barring the celebrity casting that keeps getting hinted at) but given that this is a thin year for musicals, it's conceivable people might be willing to throw in some money for the producing credit and possible Tony nom.
Posted: 12/15/25 at 11:13am
Although this transfer is kind of absurd, it's really not that different from what a lot of Broadway productions are, which is a long-term investment. The producers know it won't recoup on Broadway, but by having a 16 week limited engagement right before the Tony Awards, they will get that Broadway "prestige" (as well as an OBC recording) that will make it much more appealing to touring houses as well as regional and educational theaters in terms of licensing it. The producers will lose money in the short term but possibly make money in the long term.
Posted: 12/15/25 at 11:17am
perfectliar said: "I just saw Matt Rogers's Christmas show this past week, and I hope the producers of this are already in touch with his team."
Please, GOD, NO.
Posted: 12/15/25 at 11:19am
Titanique has a better book than Two Strangers. Who else thinks so?
Posted: 12/15/25 at 11:21am
The Distinctive Baritone said: "Although this transfer is kind of absurd, it's really not that different from what a lot of Broadway productions are, which is a long-term investment. The producers know it won't recoup on Broadway, but by having a 16 week limited engagement right before the Tony Awards, they will get that Broadway "prestige" (as well as an OBC recording) that will make it much more appealing to touring houses as well as regional and educational theaters in terms of licensing it. The producers will lose money in the short term but possibly make money in the long term."
Updated On: 12/15/25 at 11:21 AM
Posted: 12/15/25 at 11:24am
Ensemble1711444445 said: "Jim Parsons. Again.
Falsettolands said: "EDSOSLO858 said: "I actually didn’tsee this Off-Broadway so I’m here for it.
I’m assuming the entire original cast is transferring, with some rotating celebrity guest stars to join post-opening?"
I can confirm that the entire original cast is NOT transferring. There are a couple wild cards this time around that will turn the needle just a tad bit for some sales."
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I'm confused by what you mean when you say "Again." I might be drawing a blank but has Parson's replaced original cast members before when things have transferred?
Posted: 12/15/25 at 11:28am
Just that it isn't a rare occurrence for Jim to be on broadway and doesn't mean huge ticket sales here in a supporting role. But maybe...
Falsettolands said: "Ensemble1711444445 said: "Jim Parsons. Again.
Falsettolands said: "EDSOSLO858 said: "I actually didn’tsee this Off-Broadway so I’m here for it.
I’m assuming the entire original cast is transferring, with some rotating celebrity guest stars to join post-opening?"
I can confirm that the entire original cast is NOT transferring. There are a couple wild cards this time around that will turn the needle just a tad bit for some sales."
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I'm confused by what you mean when you say "Again." I might be drawing a blank but has Parson's replaced original cast members before when things have transferred?"
Posted: 12/15/25 at 11:52am
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Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:00pm
Ensemble1711444445 said: "I suspect the Tony noms for original musicals this season will be tainted like the Critics Pick. With only 6 show and at least one already closed it will be a nomination for everyone!
Six? I think we only have 5.
Two Stranges, QOV, Schmigadoon, Lost Boys and now this.
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:06pm
MadsonMelo said: "Ensemble1711444445 said: "I suspect the Tony noms for original musicals this season will be tainted like the Critics Pick. With only 6 show and at least one already closed it will be a nomination for everyone!
Six? I think we only have 5.
Two Stranges, QOV, Schmigadoon, Lost Boys and now this."
What about acting categories? Marla for best actress?
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:10pm
goodtimes123 said: "MadsonMelo said: "Ensemble1711444445 said: "I suspect the Tony noms for original musicals this season will be tainted like the Critics Pick. With only 6 show and at least one already closed it will be a nomination for everyone!
Six? I think we only have 5.
Two Stranges, QOV, Schmigadoon, Lost Boys and now this."
What about acting categories? Marla for best actress?"
For a nom? Absolutely!
Caissie Levy, Ragtime
Kristin Chenoweth, The Queen of Versailles
Lea Michele, Chess
Marla Mindelle, Titanique
Christine Sherrill, Mamma Mia!
Christiane Pitts, Two Strangers
Sara Chase, Schmigadoon!
Shoshana Bean, The Lost Boys
If the actress playing Janet at RHS is also lead, then we have 9 and 5 nominees. If not, it will be four and maybe Marla will miss.
I think Caissie, Lea and Pitts are kinda safe.
Updated On: 12/15/25 at 12:10 PM
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:13pm
MadsonMelo said: "goodtimes123 said: "MadsonMelo said: "Ensemble1711444445 said: "I suspect the Tony noms for original musicals this season will be tainted like the Critics Pick. With only 6 show and at least one already closed it will be a nomination for everyone!
Six? I think we only have 5.
Two Stranges, QOV, Schmigadoon, Lost Boys and now this."
What about acting categories? Marla for best actress?"
For a nom? Absolutely!
Caissie Levy, Ragtime
Kristin Chenoweth, The Queen of Versailles
Lea Michele, Chess
Marla Mindelle, Titanique
Christine Sherrill, Mamma Mia!
Christiane Pitts, Two Strangers
Sara Chase, Schmigadoon!
Leading Lady from The Lost Boys
If the actress playing Janet at RHS is also lead, then we have 9 and 5 nominees. If not, it will be four and maybe Marla will miss.
I think Caissie, Lea and Pitts are kinda safe."
Shoshana Bean is now the actress for THE LOST BOYS.
That being said, the musicals this year, aside from TWO STRANGERS, nearly all of the musicals and revivals are heavily ensemble-based. I would NOT be shocked to see the Tonys expand the Featured categories to 6 or 7 nominees like in 2024
Updated On: 12/15/25 at 12:13 PM
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:19pm
Unless Lost Boys comes in and surprises, I feel confident in saying this is probably our Best Book winner this year.
Schmigadoon might have done some extensive rewrites but the fast and furious of Titanique is hard to resist. I certainly wouldn't give it to Two Strangers.
Updated On: 12/15/25 at 12:19 PM
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:21pm
Theater owners went with plays and these musicals....and this is the level of Tony awards we are dealing with. Can we just pretend Buena Vista or Just n Time are this season and give it to one of them?
Falsettolands said: "Unless Lost Boys comes in and surprises, I feel confident in saying this is probably our Best Book winner this year.
Schmigadoon might have done some extensive rewrites but the fast and furious of Titanique is hard to resist. I certainly wouldn't give it to Two Strangers."
Updated On: 12/16/25 at 12:21 PM
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:21pm
Limited run of Beaches at the majestic.
quizking101 said: "MadsonMelo said: "goodtimes123 said: "MadsonMelo said: "Ensemble1711444445 said: "I suspect the Tony noms for original musicals this season will be tainted like the Critics Pick. With only 6 show and at least one already closed it will be a nomination for everyone!
Six? I think we only have 5.
Two Stranges, QOV, Schmigadoon, Lost Boys and now this."
What about acting categories? Marla for best actress?"
For a nom? Absolutely!
Caissie Levy, Ragtime
Kristin Chenoweth, The Queen of Versailles
Lea Michele, Chess
Marla Mindelle, Titanique
Christine Sherrill, Mamma Mia!
Christiane Pitts, Two Strangers
Sara Chase, Schmigadoon!
Leading Lady from The Lost Boys
If the actress playing Janet at RHS is also lead, then we have 9 and 5 nominees. If not, it will be four and maybe Marla will miss.
I think Caissie, Lea and Pitts are kinda safe."
Shoshana Bean is now the actress for THE LOST BOYS.
That being said, the musicals this year, aside from TWO STRANGERS, nearly all of the musicals and revivals are heavily ensemble-based. I would NOT be shocked to see the Tonys expand the Featured categories to 6 or 7 nominees like in 2024"
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:33pm
Are other theaters gonna dim their lights during load in?
Such a waste of a beautiful Broadway theater.
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:40pm
Ensemble1711444445 said: "Limited run of Beaches at the majestic.
quizking101 said: "MadsonMelo said: "goodtimes123 said: "MadsonMelo said: "Ensemble1711444445 said: "I suspect the Tony noms for original musicals this season will be tainted like the Critics Pick. With only 6 show and at least one already closed it will be a nomination for everyone!
Six? I think we only have 5.
Two Stranges, QOV, Schmigadoon, Lost Boys and now this."
What about acting categories? Marla for best actress?"
For a nom? Absolutely!
Caissie Levy, Ragtime
Kristin Chenoweth, The Queen of Versailles
Lea Michele, Chess
Marla Mindelle, Titanique
Christine Sherrill, Mamma Mia!
Christiane Pitts, Two Strangers
Sara Chase, Schmigadoon!
Leading Lady from The Lost Boys
If the actress playing Janet at RHS is also lead, then we have 9 and 5 nominees. If not, it will be four and maybe Marla will miss.
I think Caissie, Lea and Pitts are kinda safe."
Shoshana Bean is now the actress for THE LOST BOYS.
That being said, the musicals this year, aside from TWO STRANGERS, nearly all of the musicals and revivals are heavily ensemble-based. I would NOT be shocked to see the Tonys expand the Featured categories to 6 or 7 nominees like in 2024"
"
... Could Marla win?
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:47pm
Score card
For your Tony consideration
Nederlander - Lost Boys and Schmigadoon (limited run)
Shubert - Two Strangers and Beaches (limited run)
ATG - Queen of Versailles and Titanique (limited run)
Ensemble1711444445 said: "Limited run of Beaches at the majestic.
quizking101 said: "MadsonMelo said: "goodtimes123 said: "MadsonMelo said: "Ensemble1711444445 said: "I suspect the Tony noms for original musicals this season will be tainted like the Critics Pick. With only 6 show and at least one already closed it will be a nomination for everyone!
Six? I think we only have 5.
Two Stranges, QOV, Schmigadoon, Lost Boys and now this."
What about acting categories? Marla for best actress?"
For a nom? Absolutely!
Caissie Levy, Ragtime
Kristin Chenoweth, The Queen of Versailles
Lea Michele, Chess
Marla Mindelle, Titanique
Christine Sherrill, Mamma Mia!
Christiane Pitts, Two Strangers
Sara Chase, Schmigadoon!
Leading Lady from The Lost Boys
If the actress playing Janet at RHS is also lead, then we have 9 and 5 nominees. If not, it will be four and maybe Marla will miss.
I think Caissie, Lea and Pitts are kinda safe."
Shoshana Bean is now the actress for THE LOST BOYS.
That being said, the musicals this year, aside from TWO STRANGERS, nearly all of the musicals and revivals are heavily ensemble-based. I would NOT be shocked to see the Tonys expand the Featured categories to 6 or 7 nominees like in 2024"
"
Updated On: 12/15/25 at 12:47 PM
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:52pm
... Could Marla win?
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I think it's more than likely she WILL win...for Best Book of a Musical. But actress? I think the nomination will be winning enough.
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:53pm
My wariness of this coming in from a producing perspective aside - which, truly, is none of my business at the end of the day since I’m a guaranteed audience for them - I don’t have any doubts about its Tony prospects. Depending on the rest of the casting, it could easily get nominations for:
And in this, or any other season, it would be worthy of some wins; not just because this is a particularly weak year for musicals.
Updated On: 12/15/25 at 12:53 PM
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:54pm
Actress will likely go to a revival.
Posted: 12/15/25 at 12:59pm
Supporting awards as well. Probably direction (Chess?) and Choreo (Cats). Just a total lack of options this season.
RippedMan said: "Actress will likely go to a revival.
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