I used to be more tuned in to Broadway (and not Beltway) buzz, so this sort of sneaked up on me: the Tony Award nominations were announced yesterday. The shows with the most noms are Hairspray, Movin’ Out, and Nine; and the top nominated play is Long Day’s Journey into Night. Radio City Music Hall is once again the venue for the awards on Sunday, June 8, broadcast on CBS. Aside from La Bohéme and Man of La Mancha, I haven’t seen any of the other nominated shows. Must remedy the situation.
As for the local scene, I’ve been meaning to see some Shakespeare. Lots to choose from this month. This weekend the Royal Shakespeare Company wraps up its production of As You Like It at the Kennedy Center, and Richard III closes at the Shakespeare Theatre. The latter company follows up with the annual Free for All; this year’s play is Hamlet, to be presented May 29 to June 8.
We’re going to see Movin’ Out that Friday night that you’ll be coming up. You may not be able to sit with us, but you’re welcome to come with us that night! (Ooooh… a chaperoned date with Jeff! Woohoo!)