Rock of Ages star Constantine Maroulis will host the 64th Annual Tony Awards simulcast live in Times Square on Sunday, June 13th. The Tony Awards, in partnership with iXP Corporation and Times Square Alliance, will simulcast every moment of the Tony Awards LIVE to the Clear Channel Spectacolor HD Screen in Times Square on Sunday, June 13th from 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
For the first time ever, fans in Times Square will be treated to NY1's pre-show, On STAGE's Red Carpet to the TONY's hosted by Roma Torre and Donna Karger, from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - also available to Time Warner Cable's New York City Region customers in HD on channel 701 (or standard definition on channel 1). The simulcast coverage continues with full coverage of the first 15 Tony award categories, normally only available at www.tonyawards.com, from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
The Times Square simulcast will feature special guests throughout the evening - including a special appearance by Michelle Williams, of Destiny's Child and Chicago. The CBS broadcast of the 64th Annual Tony Awards will cut-to the festivities in Times Square throughout the evening - giving fans in Times Square the opportunity to be part of the live show as well as creating an interactive experience for the fans.
The simulcast will take place, rain or shine, with full audio with seating available, starting at 5:30 p.m. in Duffy Square for 1,000 people throughout the evening.
"This will be our second year simulcasting the Tony Awards live in Times Square," said Howard Sherman, Executive Director of the American Theatre Wing. "It was such a thrill to see how many thousands of people came out to celebrate with us last year. We invite everyone to come join us on Sunday evening to help us shape and be part of this wonderful tradition."
"The Times Square simulcast gives us the opportunity to celebrate Broadway with all of New York City - as it's happening live! The fans who make our community so unique and wonderful can feel like they are walking the red carpet along with their favorite actors," said Charlotte St. Martin, Executive Director of the Broadway League. "The first hour of the evening is also a very special component that we'll be able to share."
Richard E. Dale, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of iXP Corporation, added, "It is an honor for our company to be a part of the legendary New York tradition of the Tony Awards. As iXP has implemented public safety solutions in the City of New York since 1995, we are pleased to bring all the awards show action - live - to the many people who will be in Times Square that evening."
"Clear Channel Spectacolor is once again proud to partner with the American Theatre Wing and the Broadway League for the second year in what has become a new Times Square tradition with our Tony Awards simulcast. We are thrilled to now have iXP Corp. on board as the presenting sponsor and newest member of the Broadway community," commented Harry Coghlan, President & General Manager, Clear Channel Outdoor - New York & Spectacolor Divisions.
"We are thrilled to partner in simulcasting this annual celebration of Broadway's finest performances from Radio City right into the Crossroads of the World," said Times Square Alliance President Tim Tompkins. "This event allows theater lovers-whether they are employees in the neighborhood, New Yorkers or visitors from around the world-to experience the Tony Awards surrounded by the forty Broadway theaters and the pulsing excitement of Times Square."
For those not in the New York City area, the Tony Awards will be broadcast live in HD, from Radio City Music Hall on CBS, Sunday, June 13th, 8:00 - 11:00 p.m. (ET/PT time delay). The 2010 Tony Awards are presented by the Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing. To view the first hour of the Tony Awards please log onto www.TonyAwards.com at 7:00 p.m. (EST) on Sunday, June 13th.
The Antoinette Perry "Tony" Awards are bestowed annually on theatre professionals for distinguished achievement. The Tony is one of the most coveted awards in the entertainment industry and the annual telecast is considered one of the most prestigious programs on television.
