Podcast Summary: Predicting the Tony Award Nominations 2024 | Which Broadway Plays and Musicals Will Get Nominated?
Podcast Information:
- Title: MickeyJoTheatre
- Host/Author: MickeyJoTheatre (Mickey-Jo)
- Description: Join Mickey-Jo from MickeyJoTheatre as he reviews the latest shows from the West End, Broadway, Off-Broadway, Off-West End, Edinburgh Fringe, and across the globe.
- Episode: Predicting the Tony Award Nominations 2024 | Which Broadway plays and musicals will get nominated?
- Release Date: April 27, 2024
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Introduction: On Location in New York
MickeyJoTheatre [00:00 - 00:26]:
Mickey-Jo welcomes listeners back to his theater-themed YouTube channel, announcing that he is currently filming on location in New York with guest Rebecca Frecknell. They express excitement about having seen a staggering number of Broadway shows—17 in just 10 days—and hint at upcoming vlog and review content.
Rebecca Frecknell [00:01 - 00:08]:
Rebecca confirms their bustling schedule in New York, setting the stage for their in-depth discussion on Tony Award predictions.
Overview of Broadway Season and Showings
MickeyJoTheatre [00:26 - 03:36]:
Mickey-Jo provides a comprehensive list of the shows they've attended, including both musicals and plays. Notable mentions:
- Musicals: Back to the Future, Days of Wine and Roses, Harmony, Hell's Kitchen, Her Lies Love, How to Dance in Ohio, Illinois, Lempicka, Great Gatsby, Heart of Rock and Roll, The Notebook, The Outsiders, Water for Elephants, Cabaret, Tommy, Spamalot, Merrily We Roll Along, and Gutenberg.
- Plays: Appropriate, Uncle Vanya, among others.
They acknowledge missing certain shows due to closures and scheduling constraints but express satisfaction with their coverage of the Broadway season.
Rebecca Frecknell [01:30 - 03:36]:
Rebecca adds perspectives on the limitations of their trip, noting they’re unable to cover all performances, especially those that were short-lived or not transferred from London.
Tony Award Predictions: Best New Musical
MickeyJoTheatre [03:36 - 07:23]:
Mickey-Jo initiates the discussion on Tony nominations, focusing first on the Best New Musical category. He debates potential frontrunners:
- Potential Nominees: Suffs, The Outsiders, Water for Elephants, Hell's Kitchen, Illinois, and possibly The Notebook.
Notable Quote:
"I think Water for Elephants and the Outsiders between them, push out the Notebook because those are the ones that kind of live in the same sort of sphere tonally." [04:38]
Rebecca Frecknell [04:09 - 07:23]:
Rebecca agrees with Mickey-Jo's assessment, emphasizing Suffs and Outsiders as likely nominees, and suggests The Notebook as a strong contender if tied.
Tony Award Predictions: Direction and Choreography
MickeyJoTheatre [07:23 - 10:24]:
Mickey-Jo transitions to Direction and Choreography categories. He highlights:
- Choreography Nominees: Illinois, The Outsiders, Hell's Kitchen, Cabaret, and Tommy.
Notable Quote:
"Illinois, absolutely going to get a choreography nomination. I also have the Outsiders." [07:55]
Rebecca Frecknell [07:55 - 10:24]:
Rebecca concurs, adding that Hell's Kitchen brings a contemporary, urban dance style that stands out, and supports Cabaret's strong choreography.
Tony Award Predictions: Best Direction of a Play
MickeyJoTheatre [10:24 - 13:00]:
The hosts discuss Best Direction of a Play, mentioning:
- Likely Nominees: Appropriate by Rebecca Friedmann, Pearlie Victorious, Pray for French Republic, and Mary Jane.
Notable Quote:
"Appropriate, Definitely gonna be there and probably gonna win because they have deemed that to be a revival based on the classics ruling." [07:34]
Rebecca Frecknell [11:00 - 13:00]:
Rebecca agrees, emphasizing the strength of Appropriate and its revival status as significant factors for nomination.
Tony Award Predictions: Actor Nominations in Plays
Leading Actor in a Play
MickeyJoTheatre [13:00 - 19:49]:
Mickey-Jo predicts nominees for Leading Actor in a Play:
- Potential Nominees: Michael Stuhlbarg (Patriots), Jeremy Strong (An Enemy of the People), Steve Carell, Paul Nolan (Water for Elephants), and Leslie Odom Jr. (Pearlie Victorious).
Notable Quote:
"Jeremy Strong in An Enemy of the People... I also think Steve Carell might." [13:11]
Rebecca Frecknell [13:11 - 19:49]:
Rebecca adds that Suffs could secure a nomination for outstanding performances, mentioning Sarah Pidgeon and possibly others from the show.
Featured Actor in a Play
MickeyJoTheatre [19:49 - 20:04]:
Discussion on Featured Actor in a Play includes recommendations like Will Keane (Patriots) for his portrayal of Vladimir Putin, and William Jackson Harper (Uncle Vanya).
Tony Award Predictions: Actor Nominations in Musicals
Leading Actor in a Musical
MickeyJoTheatre [30:13 - 34:27]:
Predictions for Leading Actor in a Musical include:
- Jonathan Groff (Suffs)
- Eddie Redmayne (Tommy)
- Josh Gadd and Andrew Reynolds (Gutenberg)
- Brian D'Arcy James (Days of Wine and Roses)
Notable Quote:
"Jonathan Groff, Eddie Redmayne, Josh Gadd, Andrew Reynolds, Brian D'Arcy James." [33:22]
Rebecca Frecknell [31:33 - 34:27]:
Rebecca emphasizes Jonathan Groff and Eddie Redmayne as frontrunners, noting their widespread recognition across award platforms.
Leading Actress in a Musical
MickeyJoTheatre [34:27 - 37:02]:
Mickey-Jo predicts Marianne Plunkett (The Notebook) as a secure nominee, highlighting her compelling performance.
Notable Quote:
"I am more and more confident about not only a nomination, but a win for Marianne Plunkett." [34:31]
Rebecca Frecknell [34:27 - 37:02]:
Rebecca concurs, stressing Marianne Plunkett's strong character arc and central role in The Notebook.
Featured Actor and Actress in Musicals
MickeyJoTheatre [37:02 - 44:15]:
Highlights for Featured Actor include:
- Daniel Radcliffe (The Outsiders)
- Steven Skybell and Chip Sign (Gutenberg).
For Featured Actress, predictions focus on:
- Nikki M. James and Jen Colella (Suffs), with potential nominations for other standout performances from Hell's Kitchen and Lempicka.
Notable Quote:
"If you could only have one Suffs nominee, it would be Nikki M. James." [43:09]
Rebecca Frecknell [37:02 - 44:15]:
Rebecca agrees, particularly praising Jen Colella for her nuanced performance and supporting roles from Suffs.
Tony Award Predictions: Design Categories
MickeyJoTheatre [44:15 - 31:37]:
The discussion shifts to Design Categories—set, lighting, sound, and costumes:
- Set Design Nominees: Back to the Future, Great Gatsby, Stereophonic, Appropriate, Cabaret, The Outsiders, Lempicka.
- Lighting Design Nominees: Harmony, Hell's Kitchen, The Outsiders, Appropriate, Great Gatsby.
- Sound Design Nominees: Hell's Kitchen, Stereophonic, Water for Elephants, Suffs, Great Gatsby.
- Costume Design Nominees: The Outsiders, Stereophonic, Appropriate, Great Gatsby, Suffs.
Notable Quote:
"Gareth Owen will get a sound design nomination." [21:03]
Rebecca Frecknell [44:15 - 31:37]:
Rebecca supports these nominations, emphasizing innovative set and costume designs that enhance storytelling, particularly highlighting Suffs and Appropriate for their creative excellence.
Tony Award Predictions: Writing Categories
MickeyJoTheatre [44:15 - 48:22]:
For Best Original Score, predictions include:
- Suffs
- Days of Wine and Roses
- The Notebook
For Best Book of a Musical, likely nominees are:
- The Outsiders
- The Notebook
- Water for Elephants
Notable Quote:
"The Outsiders will get book." [46:48]
Rebecca Frecknell [44:15 - 48:22]:
Rebecca anticipates strong showings from Suffs for its original score and The Notebook for its compelling book, acknowledging the year's challenges in standout writing.
Final Thoughts and Live Reaction Announcement
MickeyJoTheatre [48:22 - 51:41]:
Mickey-Jo wraps up the predictions, expressing hope that their favored shows win and inviting listeners to join them live on Tuesday for the nomination announcements. He encourages audience engagement through comments and subscriptions.
Rebecca Frecknell [48:22 - 51:41]:
Rebecca echoes the sentiment, highlighting the unpredictability of the nominations and the excitement surrounding their live reaction session.
Notable Quote:
"What we would love to know now because these are just two people's opinions. All of your thoughts in the comments section down below." [50:35]
Key Takeaways:
- Front-Runners for Best New Musical: Suffs, The Outsiders, Water for Elephants, Illinois.
- Top Direction Nominees: Appropriate, Pearlie Victorious, Pray for French Republic.
- Leading Actor Predictions: Jonathan Groff, Eddie Redmayne, Brian D'Arcy James.
- Leading Actress Prediction: Marianne Plunkett (The Notebook).
- Design Excellence: Strong contenders across set, lighting, sound, and costume categories, with Suffs and Appropriate leading.
- Writing Strengths: Suffs and The Notebook expected to dominate score and book categories.
Conclusion:
Mickey-Jo and Rebecca provide a thorough and insightful analysis of the Broadway season's standout performances and productions, offering informed predictions for the 2024 Tony Award nominations. Their extensive viewing experience and critical perspectives make their forecasts a valuable resource for theater enthusiasts anticipating the upcoming awards.
For more detailed insights and live reactions to the Tony Award nominations, tune into the live session on MickeyJoTheatre's YouTube channel scheduled for Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 9:00 AM Eastern Time.