Broadway's New Musical Drought: Critics Skip Award, Tony Noms Go to Plays
This year, the New York Drama Critics' Circle decided not to present its award for best musical, reflecting a significant shortage of new musicals on Broadway. Additionally, two out of the five Tony nominations for best score were awarded to music created for plays. The New York Times examines the factors contributing to this phenomenon, pointing out that the new musical, once viewed as the cornerstone of Broadway, has become increasingly uncommon.
Key facts
- New York Drama Critics' Circle forwent best musical award this year
- Two of five Tony nominations for best score went to plays, not musicals
- New musicals are becoming scarce on Broadway
- The New York Times reported on the phenomenon
Entities
Institutions
- New York Drama Critics' Circle
- Tony Awards
- The New York Times
Locations
- New York City
- United States