Alicia Keys Musical “Hell’s Kitchen” and 70s-Set Music Drama “Stereophonic” Dominate Tony Nominations

Tue 30 Apr 2024 16.00 CEST

This year’s Tony nominations have been announced, with Alicia Keys’ critically acclaimed musical “Hell’s Kitchen” and the 70s-set music drama “Stereophonic” leading the pack, each receiving an impressive 13 nominations. The nominations were revealed today, recognizing the outstanding contributions of these productions to the world of theater.

Hell’s Kitchen: The Musical Journey of a Teenage Girl in New York

Alicia Keys’ musical extravaganza “Hell’s Kitchen” incorporates the singer’s captivating music to present a semi-autobiographical tale of a teenage girl navigating the bustling streets of New York. The production has garnered significant praise and vital nominations, including Best Musical and Best Actress in a Musical for the phenomenal performance by Maleah Joi Moon. Other contenders for Best Musical include “Illinoise,” “The Outsiders,” “Suffs” and “Water for Elephants.”

Stereophonic: A Captivating Story of a British-American Band

“Stereophonic,” a theater masterpiece that received a glowing five-star review from Gloria Oladipo of The Guardian, shines prominently in the Best Play category of the Tony Awards. It follows the extraordinary journey of a British-American band as they strive to record a groundbreaking album. The production racks up nominations, including Best Play and Featured Actress nods for Juliana Canfield and Sarah Pidgeon. Joining “Stereophonic” in a race for Best Play are outstanding productions like “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” “Mary Jane,” “Mother Play,” and “Prayer for the French Republic.”

Jeremy Strong and Rachel McAdams among Notable Nominees

Jeremy Strong, widely recognized for his remarkable performance in the hit TV series “Succession,” has secured a nomination for Leading Actor in a Play. He stands a chance to win his first Tony for his portrayal in the new adaptation of “An Enemy of the People.” Strong faces competition from acclaimed actors like Liev Schreiber for “Doubt: A Parable,” William Jackson Harper for “Uncle Vanya,” Leslie Odom Jr for “Purlie Victorious,” and Michael Stuhlbarg for “Patriots.”

Rachel McAdams, known for her memorable roles in films, has received a nomination for Leading Actress in a Play for her astonishing Broadway debut in “Mary Jane.” McAdams portrays the mother of a child facing various illnesses in this emotionally charged production. Her formidable competitors in the category include the previous winner Jessica Lange for “Mother Play,” Sarah Paulson for “Appropriate,” Betsy Aidem for “Prayer for the French Republic,” and Amy Ryan, who replaced Tyne Daly at the last minute, for “Doubt: A Parable.”

Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin Shine in the Musical Category

Eddie Redmayne, also recognized for his Olivier-winning performance in “Cabaret” on the West End, is in the running for Leading Actor in a Musical for its Broadway transfer. Redmayne’s nomination is despite the mixed reviews received by the production. His competitors include Brody Grant in “The Outsiders,” Jonathan Groff in “Merrily We Roll Along,” Brian D’Arcy James for “Days of Wine and Roses,” and 73-year-old Dorian Harewood for “The Notebook.”

Glow actor Gayle Rankin, who starred alongside Redmayne in “Cabaret,” competes for Leading Actress in a Musical. Rankin’s exceptional performance in “Hell’s Kitchen” becomes a contender alongside Maleah Joi Moon, Eden Espinosa in “Lempicka,” Kelli O’Hara in “Days of Wine and Roses,” and Maryann Plunkett in “The Notebook.”

Best Revivals and Other Noteworthy Categories

In the Best Revival of a Play category, notable productions like “Appropriate,” “An Enemy of the People,” and “Purlie Victorious” are vying for the prestigious award. Meanwhile, Best Revival of a Musical features exceptional contenders like “Cabaret,” “Gutenberg!,” “Merrily We Roll Along,” and “The Who’s Tommy.”

Also worth mentioning are notable nominations in various acting categories, including Corey Stoll and Jim Parsons in the Featured Actor in a Play category, Daniel Radcliffe for Featured Actor in a Musical, and Bebe Neuwirth for Featured Actress in a Musical. Great talents are rightfully recognized for their remarkable contributions to the world of theater through these nominations.

David Byrne and Fatboy Slim are not to be left behind, earning a nomination for Best Original Score for their work in the Imelda Marcos musical “Here Lies Love.”

Among the remarkable talents mentioned above, notable snubs include Steve Carell and Alfred Molina for “Uncle Vanya,” the recent musical adaptation of “The Great Gatsby,” Michael Imperioli for “An Enemy of the People,” and Laurie Metcalf for “Grey House.”

The 77th annual Tony Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on 16th June and will be hosted by the talented Ariana DeBose.