P!NK to Host 2026 Tony Awards: First Look at Broadway's Star-Studded Night

Broadway is already buzzing! Global music icon P!NK is set to host the 2026 Tony Awards live from the legendary Radio City Music Hall. Talk about star power descending on theatre's biggest night—this is a significant move that promises an unforgettable show.

Fans can look forward to electrifying performances that span the spectrum of theatrical magic. Iconic revivals like Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show will ignite the stage. Plus, anticipate fresh takes from CATS: The Jellicle Ball, a show that’s already generating serious buzz. Musical segments are also planned from The Lost Boys, the hilarious Schmigadoon!, and the critically acclaimed Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York).

Expect a constellation of stars gracing the stage as presenters. The lineup includes names like Grammy winner Megan Thee Stallion, Broadway favorite Neil Patrick Harris, comedic legend Billy Crystal, rock icon Sting, and the incomparable Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Many more theatre veterans and Hollywood heavyweights are slated to join them.

The early nominations hint at fierce competition. Theatre legend Nathan Lane is up for Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for Arthur Miller's powerful Death of a Salesman. In the musical categories, Luke Evans and Stephanie Hsu are both nominated for their standout performances in The Rocky Horror Show. And the incomparable André De Shields earned a nod for Featured Actor in a Musical for Cats: The Jellicle Ball. These early revelations are already sparking intense discussion among theatre aficionados.

Mark your calendars for the 2026 Tony Awards, airing live from 8-11 pm ET/5-8 pm PT. You can catch all the action on CBS or stream it via Paramount+. For those without traditional cable, live streaming services like Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV will also carry the broadcast.

The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing proudly present these prestigious awards. This year's production, led by Raj Kapoor and Sarah Levine Hall, is shaping up to be truly spectacular.