who got snubbed by the Tonys? | the shows and actors who missed out on 2024 Award nominations

[@stuartm6069]

Tony needs to have a category, for Ensemble cast in a musical. This would have solved the problem with Suffs. It would have freed up nominations for other deserving actors and actresses. Also you could put Gutenberg in this category and Merrily We Roll along, basically shows where all the characters have more or less of equal importance to the show.

[@ThexImperfectionist]

For Six too. It's such a shame they went unrecognized because the Tonys wouldn't individually nominate all 6 and couldn't figure out which actresses to single out (which would have been worse and anathema to the message of the show anyway).

[@ffd214]

The fact that some of the New York critics were so pissy about being confronted with something just a little out of the norm for musicals, but perfectly suited to the medium it's depicting on Cabaret, like Julia Cheng's choreography, informed by her personal work, itself a part of club culture, tells me all about the openness displayed by New York critics. There are a couple of viral clips from the show, and that audiences instinctively understand what the movement work is saying, says a lot.

[@claragoodwin5200]

So sorry Liam Pearce didn’t get a nomination. Neurodiversity is still grossly underrepresented on commercial stages and this would have been a major win and an important step forward ❤️

[@aschmarkl]

IMHO Lempicka should have been nominated for best new musical. I loved the set the score and of course the performances some of which were acknowledged. Possibly a nomination would have kept it running long enough for it to have found the audience I think it deserved

[@atuljoshi1990]

yeah agreed - this one surprised me. I think they would have been better w/ a different name/different marketing....

[@yankee04]

You have seen more than I have, but biggest disappointments were the miss by Chip Zien and other actresses in Suffs. Was very surprised that Gatsby was not nominated for Scenic Design even though the projections malfunctioned multiple times in Act 1. Less surprised by choreography exclusion for Gatsby. It was still pretty traditional and the shows nominated are just more interesting. I will see Tommy soon so will be able to form an opinion afterward about the snubs, although definitely thought Ali Louis Bourzgui would likely get nominated based on other nominations he got from other entities. I am curious what you thought of Lempicka given its imminent closing. Looking forward to the remaining reviews. Fingers crossed for Suffs and Merrily at the Tony’s.

[@mcbradlyn]

I agree about Chip and the Suffs cast. It breaks my heart that Chip continued to be snubbed. That was a tour de force. And I fear Suffs won’t win it all though they should. They could have filled the featured actress category completely. Really rooting for Suffs and Merrily too.

[@ChelCM03]

I saw The Great Gatsby a few weeks ago, and even though I do agree it wasn't as deep or intellectual as many people (including myself) would have hoped, and the score/songs aren't mind blowing, I was so so so completely shocked they didn't get more nominations. Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada were FANTASTIC!!! Not to mention some of the hottest names on Broadway rn so for them not to get nominated is shocking. And seeing the set and lighting live I was even more shocked they didn't get nominations either. The set was INCREDIBLE, absolutely fabulous and stunning. Same for the lighting design. I was also absolutely heartbroken for Harmony, I thought that entire cast was way too talented to he completely ignored like that

[@sarahpalazzo1504]

I absolutely agree. I was so blown away by the set and lighting, completely surprised they didn't get a nomination at least for that.

[@itskatharinequinn]

Nearly more in love with everyone's adaptations of "there's a party over here and a party over there" than I am of the actual song and that's saying something 🙃🙃🙃

[@raymonddigiacomo3072]

One of the best musicals I've ever seen - not only of this season, but of ANY season - is HERE LIES LOVE . I completely understand why it wasn't nominated as Best Musical. But that doesn't change the fact that it certainly should have been.

[@brianlecompte3592]

I hate hat Tony voters only remember shows that open in April. How to Dance in Ohio deserved multiple nominations, but Tony voters have short memories.

[@seanmcgcostumes]

So glad that Editing Mickey added in Liam Pierce! I’m truly gobsmacked that such an incredible new talent who was such a shining star in his show was shut out.

[@LightningRound1st]

I loved The Wiz. I was really hoping Phillip Johson Richardson (The Tinman) would be nominated. I thought he was one of the best in the cast. While I didn't love Tommy, I was shocked that Ali Louis Bourzgui (Tommy) wasn't nominated--Broadway debut and carrying the entire show was worthy of a nomination! It was disappointing to not see Alex Moffet or Dana Steingold nominated. Both did excellent work.

[@kieraannmorris]

Phillip Johnson Richardson as the Tinman in The Wiz was one of the best performances I've ever seen. I understand why the show didn't get any nominations but he was definitely snubbed. He truly makes you feel every emotion throughout the show, a true triple threat.

[@haileyspeaks223]

Harmony truly was one of (if not THE) best musical I have ever seen. I got to see it a week before closing, and as a young Jewish person in America it was such a wonderful show to see. Very upset it got snubbed

[@heatherdukeswicked6thfinge318]

There needs to be a best hair and makeup design

[@rosepetal34]

same with the Oliviers a vital part of the industry is getting no recognition in both countries

[@Wildcat612]

Apologies in advance for the pedantry, but an important part of the snubs conversation isn't just who was left out, but who got in that shouldn't have. If all these "snubs" had gotten in, we'd have a video's worth of more egregious snubs. That said, I did love hearing a rundown of some of your faves-- can't wait to see the more detailed reviews from your recent trip! And ditto that George Abud would have been worthy of a nomination (haven't seen The Outsiders, Cabaret, or BttF yet to say who shouldn't have gotten in, but maybe one of them? BVD was amazing and Radcliffe the best of the Merrily trio... I said what I said). Also in agreement with you that Steve Carrell wasn't actually snubbed... he was just outclassed, even within his own production. (I'm eager to see more William Jackson Harper!)

[@WhenNerdsAttack]

I have to say as someone who saw George Abud not only in Lempika, but as Nixon (!!) in the Hunter S Thompson musical, he has such a distinctive voice that I find just so interesting and lacking in regular Broadway stuff, and his acting is totally up to par with those nominated--I hope he gets the chance to come back to Broadway and be up for a nomination again

[@WhenNerdsAttack]

I was incredibly bummed about George Abud. As someone local to La Jolla who has had the chance to see him in multiple rolls here, I find his singing/performances to be *so* compelling, and he really sells his roll in Lempicka--I was shocked he didn't get nominated.

[@ThexImperfectionist]

I really need your thoughts on Lempicka ASAP. I was already in New York with tickets to see it when they announced their closing and out of the 7 shows I saw on that trip, it was not my favorite but it's the one I've thought the most about since. I keep trying to put my finger on why this show out of the many this season had the most trouble finding its audience. It wasn't perfect but I think many of the critics missed the point of the show entirely and they are not the Tony voters as you said with Cabaret. I doubt it would have had a long life but I wish it would have stayed open long enough for the intended audience to see it, and sadly most of them never did. Could better marketing have helped keep it afloat, or a Best New Musical nom, or celebrity casting (though I really believe Eden was the right person for this role)? I still wonder

[@rebeccakravitz7711]

The lack of the wiz choreo nom was pretty annoying, it wasn’t my favorite but when I saw it the choreo was def a highlight and lots of critics even liked the choreo.

[@florenceashton-oc2pw]

Someone please give Eva Noblezada the Tony she deserves 😭

[@MarisaG329]

Having just watched the pro shot of Purlie Victorious on pbs, it is holding it down for comedy this year. I am so rooting for Kara Young, her physical comedy is unmatched! I have so many thoughts on Here Lies Love and Lempicka’s unfair treatment but that’s for another day 😏

[@mcbradlyn]

I also thought Spamalot was largely snubbed - that was a powerhouse cast!

[@lindakahler4799]

Saw Heart of Rock and Roll based upon material here and was delighted. Very energetic talented cast. Had a great afternoon in the theater seeing the show

[@Liviefan1]

I thought Brent Comer should've been nominated for best supoorting actor, but since Sky and Joshua were both nominated, it makes sense they didn't have another Outsiders cast member. Brent absolutely stole the show

[@lindakahler4799]

The choreography in Heart of Rock and Roll is amazing. I was third row center so I had a great view. Should have been nominated

[@seattlesusieq6945]

I will be seeing Suffs, Stereophonic, Merrily, Hell's Kitchen, Appropriate and Titanic during the first 2 weekends in June, so I will be able to comment on them soon. THE MOST EGREGIOUS SNUB WAS CHIP ZIEN.

[@amycarcaterra8177]

Here are my opinion for tony awards snubs. Greyhouse Tatiana Masley & Laura Metclaf. Best new play and scenic design for scott pask. For JaJa African Hairbraiding they got sub of an actress nom, they also had music in their show. Heart of Rock N Roll Corey Cott, McKenzie Kutz should have gotten a nom instead of Maryanne Pluckett. Back to the Future for Casey, Dole, Liana Hunt, and also Best New Musical. Lempicka def costume design. Great Gatsby Jeremy Jordan instead of Eddie and Eva instead of Gayle. The Cottage Laura Bell Bundy, Lili cooper and best new play. I'm rooting for Hell's Kitchen to win best new musical and Jaja best new play, Eden and Maleah, Hell's Kitchen best choregraphy, shoshana and amber. Might not watch the tony awards since we know who will win already.

[@Sean.the.gaymer]

Still think Ricky Ubeda and Ben Cook of Illinoise should have been nominated. They were not just amazing dancers but amazing actors as well

[@lindsayriddle2167]

I know my commentary is way late, but I 100% agree on The Great Gatsby’s creative team deserving more. Also I genuinely assumed The Wiz was last season and that’s why they didn’t get any noms…

[@sparklequeen487]

Justice for Joy Woods!!!!

[@james.mcnally]

Hi Mickey! Can you post some other Broadway reviews like Tommy or water for elephants. So excited for your Tonys coverage.

[@CElizabeth20]

I 100% agree about Ali Louis Bourzgui! I wasn’t completely surprised he didn’t get a nomination, but I was blown away by his performance as Tommy. He deserves all the accolades, especially as this being his Broadway debut!

[@mcbradlyn]

Totally agree! And he was playing Paul in the Company tour immediately before - what a complete transformation!

[@ceciwynne4154]

I saw Tommy in Chicago last summer and I was honestly shocked, Ali is insanely talented, so I’ve been rooting for Tommy to transfer to Broadway and hoping for them in the Tony’s. So glad it got the best revival nom but Ali deserved a nom for Actor and the Sound and Lighting designs should have gotten nominated as well. It’s just an incredibly tight season packed with talent

[@gschreckster]

First of all, I apologize for sounding like a "know it all" correcting you on your pronunciation of Illinoise. I failed to realize there was an "e" on the end of the name, which means you did pronounce it correctly. I think this year's Tony Awards shows there are many great show on Broadway that don't get nominations. Just because the show didn't get a nomination doesn't mean it's not worth seeing. I saw the revival of Spamalot in January and it was SOOOO much fun, but it didn't even get a revival nomination. Several nights later I saw BTTF and was blown away! One nomination? Again, SO MUCH FUN, and the special effects (especially the car) were pretty crazy! No nominations for lighting, and other visuals that brought the car to life? Many good performances, but Likes was exceptional as Marty McFly (Batrt wasn't on that evening). Trying to put his own self into the character as well as somewhat channeling Michael J. Fox was impressive. It would be interesting to know the politics behind the Tonys. It's sad that many good shows that don't get the Tony bump are destined to close early. Thanks for your very informative videos.

[@coleenvanstaden5603]

Thank You - great overview of the Tony "snubs"

[@atuljoshi1990]

Heart of RR > than HK....yeah, I said it (I think the book is anemic but individual performances are strong). Lempicka was even more (not surprisingly, yet) sadly snubbed. Sad for cottage - they get so many of these types of shows in London...wish we did on Bway also.

[@aptadpamu]

You and Aeron are going to have to plan yet another trip to NYC this autumn. Another bunch of shows opening then. Westend transfer of Tammy Faye, but in the newly renovated Palace Theater; Once Upon a Mattress with Sutton Foster (not to be missed) and so much more!

[@Lisapsullivan123]

Missed seeing you in NYC this past trip, next time ur in town please let us New Yorkers know as I would have loved to have said hi to you and your stagy fiancé Aaron!

[@ceciwynne4154]

Everything I’ve heard about Heart of Rock and Roll praises its cast, so I was surprised not to see Corey Cott and McKenzie Kurtz get nominated for Best Leading Actor/Actress. Other upsets to me include Casey Likes for BTTF, Jeremy+Eva for Gatsby, and Ali Louis Bourzgui for Tommy. I was also shocked to not see Set, Costume, and Choreography for Gatsby, because everything online that I’ve seen has been fantastic. There was also no Lighting and Sound design for Tommy, which was definitely robbed, considering a major plot point in Tommy deals with the sensation of sound. This season was incredibly tight, packed with talent, so I am looking forward to the Tony’s and seeing who wins, but it’s unfortunate that only so much of the talent from this season gets to be recognized. Thank you for making this video, because the recognition for shows that weren’t nominated is still very important, even if the Tony’s passed them up

[@bridgez04]

I thought the Tonys were literally in an hour and I had to rush to gain knowledge of the shows before the Tonys, only to find out that the Tonys are next weekend on Father's Day!!!!!!! Doesn't make much sense.

[@JamieBrierley-w6j]

Where did you get that book from

[@justinsleung]

I was hoping Once Upon A One More Time would get a nomination for choreography.

[@amycarcaterra8177]

Hey. Watched this whole video and really outsanding . Been busy lately in the last few days. So i'll add snubs later oon today and write them on my notes at work on my cell phone.

[@landoncox875]

Needed a Tony nom for Corey Cott’s arms tbh

[@timd7364]

These discussions on who was snubbed drive me crazy! For every person that you say was snubbed, you need to tell us who should have been left out! It’s so easy to say someone should have been nominated when you are unwilling to say who should not have been.

[@DallasJamesPritt]

Notebook should have had a few more noms!

[@susanpolastaples9688]

I'm wondering where Tom will sing Sunset Blvd on the way to the theatre? But I want a Tony Award Catagory for Best Ensemble. Will Stereophonic win and your revfor it, please. Thanks for vlog.

[@felixettos]

Harmony and How to dance in Ohio forever ❤️💛

[@musicofmyheart23]

Are you curious about the A.R.T. production of The Great Gatsby? which just opened

[@ChristopherButler-um2ko]

This is the most nerve wracking Tony Awards in years.

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

Isn't it just!

[@AthynVixen]

Absolutely disgusted not to see a nomination for Michael Esper in Appropriate considering he is the central character. Amazingly talented actor always overlooked.No shade to Corey Stoll and pleased for him but he was very much on the sideline here despite being a good performance

[@itskatharinequinn]

Loooove these thoughts :)

[@haleydeboom9126]

Absolute shame not a single lead in the wiz got a nod - they were giving 200% in production that could meet their talent, I hope to see them in other projects soon

[@curtisrobinson7962]

That isn't a bucket hat, it's a bouquet hat. It's pronounced bouquet.

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

😂😂😂

[@amycarcaterra8177]

Hell's Kitchen was also off broadway. 99.9% of plays were limted time this season.

[@robinmacfarlane9719]

Arielle Jacob’s was snubbed. I was lucky enough to see her twice in Here Lies Love. She 100% deserved a best actress nod.

[@owenespejo6401]

The score of The Notebook was NOT good. Now, Great Gatsby, THAT was snubbed for best score!

[@hollymcl]

Wow, I could not disagree more with this take! The Great Gatsby score is the most forgettable I've ever heard. (It truly was robbed of a scenic design nom though.) The Notebook, on the other hand, is chock full of beautiful, memorable songs. It's just a pity that the score as a whole doesn't serve the story particularly well.

[@julesminaj2804]

oh thats not-

[@julesminaj2804]

are you seriously saying “my days” and “i wanna go back” was bad….😭👀

[@owenespejo6401]

@@julesminaj2804 Overall the score lacked the melody I had liked in Michaelson's early recordings...and there were lyrics that literally made no sense ... which was actually better than when they were being banal.

[@owenespejo6401]

@@hollymcl The Great Gatsby score certainly isn't even in my top 50 scores, but this season, where you had pop writers who know nothing about writing songs for the theater trying to write for character, this was written by two people who have had successful Broadway scores in the past-- Amelie actually being one of the great scores of the last 10 years! So it easily stood out as the best. Not that musical theatre writing tenure means everything-- Lempika might be even worse a score than Notebook!

[@ht6743]

Of course you didn't prioritize watching the all-black musical. Shocking.

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

They didn't want reviews and my friends told me it was bad 🤷‍♂️ Probably still should have chosen it over Uncle Vanya though tbh.

[@markgreen9567]

Yeah. I saw the original Wiz - so beautiful and sincere. This production was busy, garish, and campy.

[@bobgarrett3367]

Brent Comer OUTSIDERS--