Tony Awards to Break From Tradition

For the first time in Tony history, 11 shows will perform for audiences this year, breaking the tradition of its’ normal “Best Musical” presentations. After several years of declining television ratings, the awards have decided to add some familiar characters and names to the list of performers for this year’s ceremony.

Added to the list of “Best Musicals”, which are In The Heights, Passing Strange, Cry-Baby and Xanadu, and the “Best Musical Revivals”, which are South Pacific, Sundays in the Park With George, Gypsy and Grease, more recognizable shows are going to be broadcasted, including The Little Mermaid, Young Frankenstein and A Catered Affair.

The other two shows that will be featuring excerpts will be The Lion King, celebrating it’s 10^th year on Broadway, and Rent, which will be closing later this fall.

Be sure to catch the Tony’s when they air on Sunday, June 15^th at 8pm on CBS. For more information, check out www.tonyawards.com and continue looking at www.5minstocurtain.com for more information and a list of the winners.