2026 Tony Awards Nominee Luncheon at Rainbow Room

The 2026 Tony Awards Nominee Luncheon was held at the Rainbow Room in Manhattan, 65 floors above Rockefeller Center, one week before the awards ceremony. Hosted by the American Theatre Wing and presented by Cunard, the event featured a cocktail reception with Dewar's cocktails followed by a three-course lunch. Notable attendees included John Lithgow, Nicholas Christopher, Joshua Henry, Nichelle Lewis, Caissie Levy, Brandon Uranowitz, Patrick Wilson, Nathan Lane, Laurie Metcalf, Kelli O'Hara, Carrie Coon, Rachel Dratch, Ana Gasteyer, Stephanie Hsu, Luke Evans, Daniel Radcliffe, and Rose Byrne. Heather Hitchens, president and CEO of the American Theatre Wing, emphasized the event's role in celebrating Broadway's community amidst societal division. First-time nominee Nicholas Christopher expressed awe at mingling with legends like Lithgow. Laurie Metcalf, nominated for Death of a Salesman, called Broadway the best place to perform. Rachel Dratch, nominated for Rocky Horror Picture Show, shared her surprise at the nomination. Luke Evans noted the full houses for his show as extraordinary. The luncheon provided a rare opportunity for nominees to connect and celebrate each other's work.