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What is a Tony?
A Tony is an annual award given by the American Theatre Wing (ATW) for excellence in theater production.
The Tony award is a black statuette featuring a suspended medallion with the image of the comedy and tragedy mask and the winner’s name, category, and winning year engraved on it. The awards are given out at the Tony Awards ceremony, also known as the Tonys. The Tonys are a televised ceremonial event that features celebrity hosts, musical performances, and Broadway announcements. Typically, the event is seen as one of the most important nights in the theater industry because it gathers many of its most talented performers, directors, and production crews.
When are the Tonys?
The Tony Awards ceremony typically takes place annually in June.
More information and context on the Tonys
The Tonys began in 1947 when the ATW gave out awards at a dinner ceremony on April 6. The first event featured 11 categories and theatrical performances from Mickey Rooney, Herb Shriner, Ethel Waters, and others. The event was first televised in 1967 when the Broadway League joined the ATW to co-present the Tonys.
The event and awards are named after Antoinette Perry, the leader of the ATW during World War II. Perry, who went by the nickname Tony, led the ATW during the war as a theater director and philanthropist working to entertain and support the American armed forces overseas and domestically.
Modernly, the Tonys feature dozens of award categories, including Best Play, Best Musical, Best Original Score, and Best Revival of a Play. The Tonys now last about three hours and feature multiple musical and dramatic performances from Broadway and off-Broadway theater groups.
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How are Tonys discussed in real life?
The Tony awards are very important in the theater industry and are talked about frequently.
Oh my goodness, apparently I’ve been nominated for a Tony award. I can’t believe it. How rippingly thrilling.
— Stephen Fry (@stephenfry) April 29, 2014
Just touched down from my 3-day, restful getaway with @DavidBurtka. Back on the grid. Get this: I got nominated for a Tony Award! #Gaaah!
— Neil Patrick Harris (@ActuallyNPH) April 30, 2014
"The things that make you strong are the things that make you powerful!" Tony Award Winner @BenSPLATT 😭👏👍
— Rory O’Malley (@RoryOMalley) June 12, 2017
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The Tony awards are named after Antoinette Perry.