NEW YORK — The 2025 Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall was an evening filled with memorable moments and star-studded highlights. Notably, the original cast of “Hamilton” reunited for a medley of hits, captivating the audience with songs like “My Shot,” “The Schuyler Sisters,” and audience favorite, the chorus sung by Jonathan Groff as King George.
The night also celebrated impressive achievements and heartwarming speeches. Cole Escola, who won the Tony for lead actor in a play for “Oh, Mary!”, humorously dedicated his win to “Teebo from Grindr” and was recognized as the first nonbinary actor to win in this category.
Other notable moments included heartfelt messages from winners like Nicole Scherzinger, who, as the winner for best actress in a musical, expressed that Broadway feels like home. Similarly, Harvey Fierstein reflected on his journey into theater, emphasizing its welcoming nature for those feeling different or unseen.
During the ceremony, extraordinary performances stood out, including Audra McDonald’s emotional rendition of “Rose’s Turn,” which resonated deeply with the audience, despite her not taking home the award this year.
In a twist that reinforces Broadway’s ongoing connection with popular culture, Sarah Snook of “Succession” fame won the Tony for best actress in a play for her role in “The Picture of Dorian Gray,” where she portrayed all 26 characters, demonstrating her versatility.
The evening also paid tribute to Gavin Creel, a beloved figure in the theater community who passed away last year. Tributes included a soulful duet by Sara Bareilles and Cynthia Erivo, and a speech by Celia Keenan-Bolger emphasizing the importance of advocacy and friendship.
As the night wound down, Erivo delivered a powerful encore with
