Drama Desk Awards Reshape Tony Awards Race
The Drama Desk Awards have a significant impact on the Tony Awards predictions, particularly for musicals. Following its win for Outstanding Musical, 'Schmigadoon!' saw its odds for the Tony Award increase dramatically. Historically, the Drama Desk Awards have accurately predicted Tony winners, especially in the categories of musicals and play revivals.
- ▪'Schmigadoon!' won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical, boosting its Tony Award odds from 67.6 percent to 81 percent.
- ▪The Drama Desk Awards have predicted 60 percent of Tony Award winners for Outstanding Musical over the past 25 years.
- ▪Approximately 73.9 percent of shows winning the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Revival of a Play also won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play.
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BusinessHollywood & EntertainmentDrama Desk Awards Reshape Tony Awards RaceByMarc Hershberg,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Marc Hershberg is a journalist covering the business of Broadway.Follow AuthorMay 22, 2026, 10:40pm EDTMay 22, 2026, 10:41pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.The cast of "Schmigadoon!" holding hands at the Nederlander Theatre on April 20, 2026.
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