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2026 Tony Awards Announce Full Musical Performance Lineup
5/22/2026, 1:46:11 AM
Full Cast Performances Confirmed for the 79th Tony Awards
All seven productions nominated in the Best Musical and Best Musical Revival categories will present live numbers on the main stage of Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 7, 2026. The Best Musical nominees—*The Lost Boys*, *Schmigadoon!*, *Titaníque*, and *Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)*—and the Best Revival nominees—*Cats: The Jellicle Ball*, *Ragtime*, and *The Rocky Horror Show*—are each slated to perform a segment drawn from their respective shows. Producers have indicated that additional performances may be added in the weeks leading up to the ceremony.
Event Overview and Broadcast Details
The ceremony, the 79th annual Tony Awards, begins at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT) and runs until approximately 11 p.m. ET. It will be televised live on CBS and streamed simultaneously on Paramount+. A two-hour pre-show, *The Tony Awards: Act One*, will air on Pluto TV from 6:35 p.m. ET (3:35 p.m. PT) and will present the first round of award categories before the main broadcast.
Hosts and Production Leadership
Global pop star P!nk will serve as the main ceremony host. The pre-show will be co-hosted by Tony-winner Laura Benanti and Emmy-nominee Tituss Burgess. Executive producers for the broadcast are Raj Kapoor, Sarah Levine Hall, and Jack Sussman. The event is presented jointly by the American Theatre Wing and the Broadway League.
Nominee Shows and Performance Count
Seven productions will appear onstage, representing the full slate of nominees in the two musical categories. Each show’s principal cast will perform a selected number, providing a live showcase of the season’s most-celebrated works. The lineup includes both original productions (*The Lost Boys*, *Schmigadoon!*, *Titaníque*, *Two Strangers*) and revivals (*Cats: The Jellicle Ball*, *Ragtime*, *The Rocky Horror Show*).
Official Statement from Host P!nk
In a press release, P!nk described the event as “the honor of an entire lifetime” and emphasized Broadway’s influence on her artistic development. The statement highlighted the community’s “supportive, inclusive, and talented” nature and affirmed her anticipation of celebrating “the magic” created by Broadway professionals.
Verbatim Quote
> “It is the honor of an entire lifetime to host a night celebrating the literal hardest working people in showbiz. Broadway has shaped my life and how I put my own shows together. It is a community that is supportive, and inclusive, and full of talent and love. These people give magic every single day, and I cannot wait to celebrate them with the entire world.” — P!nk, Host
Conflicting Reports and Information Gaps
All consulted sources agree on the performance roster, ceremony date, venue, and broadcast partners. No discrepancies were identified regarding the number of nominees or scheduling details. The only open item is the list of any additional performances, which producers have said will be announced in the coming weeks.
What’s Next
Further performance slots will be confirmed as the ceremony approaches. Viewers can follow updates through official Tony Awards communications and the event’s live streams on Pluto TV, CBS, and Paramount+.
