Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:40pm
It seems weirdly jingoistic to rail against the British imports for Best Play winning over American entries. I'm happy to celebrate the wonderful plays coming out of the West End if they're wonderful plays. (My favorite script was actually CONSTELLATIONS which wasn't even nominated.)
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:41pm
Why is it so difficult for television producers to focus the camera in one spot so we can actually see the name and pictures? This should be so complicated.
I'm very sad Hand to God went unrecognized, but good for Alex Sharp- he gave a lovely speech.
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:42pm
I haven't been checking in much but for the most part I think things are running smoothly without being too exciting. Alan and Kristin are doing a good job running things and checking in from time to time without wasting time. The musical numbers are what they are. Most of the medleys were a little sloppy. I think OTTC has been the best medley so far highlighting the good parts and hiding the bad.
The quick glossing over of the teaching award, Tommy Tune tribute, and John Cameron Mitchell awards were annoying. The speedy In Memoriam was not great.
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:43pm
I saw it live at the dress rehearsal.....the In Memoriam segment was electrifying. It was good on TV but in person = when those levels just rose up in the back with the orchestra at back - on that huge stage....it was awesome.
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:43pm
YES, Michael Cerveris!
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:45pm
CONGRATS MICHAEL CERVERIS!
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:47pm
I'm still running about 20 minutes behind, but I just saw Lisa Howard from It Shoulda Been You! and I absolutely loved her performance and voice. Now I kind of hope they record the show!
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:47pm
YAY MICHAEL CERVERIS!!!
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:48pm
CERVERIS!
What a win in a jam-packed category.
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:49pm
Kelli finally breaks her streak! Wow.
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:49pm
YES, Kelli: Finally!!
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:49pm
Wanted Kristen...not surprised but disappointed.
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:51pm
Kelli's speech was fantastic. Good on her for finally being "Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara".
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:51pm
i really don't want to feel like this was a symphony win.. but i do.
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:53pm
Yes Kelli O'hara!!!
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:53pm
Leading actress in a musical would only be surprising if Leanne Cope won and to a lesser extant, Beth Malone. If Beth or the group of 3 won, I would be happy. I am happy. Congrats to Kelli--she's earned every second of her awards experience.
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:54pm
I am so happy for her..and that was a pretty spectacular speech... genuine enthusiasm, funny and charming...
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:54pm
Does Les Moonves have money in JERSEY BOYS? It feels like we're subjected to a performance from that show nearly every year. Or was that a joke?
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Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:57pm
THANK GOD!!! THANK GOD!!!
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:58pm
And Fun Home, the little show that could, did it. Kudos and huzzah to a very special show.
Posted: 6/7/15 at 10:59pm
Woo hoo Kelli Ohara.....
Posted: 6/7/15 at 11:01pm
Kelli O'Hara's speech was so perfect - such perspective. "I don't need this but now that I have it, I've got some things to say."
Posted: 6/7/15 at 11:02pm
So, they cut off the FUN HOME acceptance speeches in order to give us a JERSEY BOYS number? #TonysFail
