It's Tonys week! On Sunday night, the stars will align at Radio City Music Hall to celebrate the best of Broadway. While Radio City is the place to be for all of this year's nominees, most Broadway fans will have to settle for watching the ceremony, hosted by Hugh Jackman, on the CBS (8pm). For more information on the Tony Awards, please visit www.TonyAwards.com.
Just because you're not one of Broadway's elite doesn't mean that you have to watch the Tony Awards from your couch! BroadwayWorld brings you a roundup of NYC party options below!
Times Square Simulcast:
Clear Channel Spectacolor, in partnership with the Times Square Alliance and the City of New York, will present the sixth annual simulcast of the Tony Awards, co-hosted by past Tony Award nominee Kerry Butler and singer Justin Guarini. The Times Square simulcast event will commence at 7:00pm and will air portions of the Tony Awards Red Carpet courtesy of NY1. The entirety of the Tony Awards show, including the Creative Arts Awards which can only otherwise be seen live inside Radio City Music Hall, will also be broadcast at the event. The outdoor celebration of Broadway will also feature special guest appearances.
Randy Rainbow's 42 West Simulcast:
BroadwayWorld's own Randy Rainbow will host a live simulcast of the 68th annual Tony Awards at 42West (located in the Out NYC Hotel.) Patrons will enjoy the entire broadcast on the HD multi-screen surround sound system in 42West's Rosebud Lounge, and be invited to play Broadway trivia during commercial breaks for the chance to win prizes including special cocktails, Broadway cast albums courtesy of Sh-K-Boom/Ghostlight Records, and tickets to Broadway's IF/THEN starring 2014 Tony nominee Idina Menzel. The show begins at 8PM. No cover charge.
BC/EFA Viewing Party:
Celebrate the 2014 Broadway season with the Leadership Council of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS at the second annual Tony Awards Viewing Party benefiting BC/EFA. Experience Broadway's biggest night at the gorgeous Lillie's Times Square in the heart of the theatre district. Sip unlimited, complimentary Broadway-themed vodka cocktails and wine while watching a live broadcast of the Tony Awards on multiple television screens. Flex your Broadway brain power by competing in the Tony pool to win a dinner for two and VIP house seats to one of Broadway's hottest shows. Tickets are $100. VIP Tickets for $250 include reserved assigned seating, dinner and cocktail service. To purchase tickets over the phone, please call Cat Domiano at 212.840.0770, ext. 229. Fr more information, visit: https://www.broadwaycares.org/tonyawards
54 Below's Tony Awards Viewing Party:
Step into the middle of the awards buzz in the heart of the theatre district! Watch live footage of the awards on our large screen TVs in Broadway's very own supper club, cheering on theatre veterans and rising stars as they receive Broadway's most coveted statuettes. No cover, $30 minimum. For more information, visit: http://54below.com/artist/tony-awards/
Joe Allen/Orso Exclusive Viewing Parties:
Joe Allen & Orso will be hosting an exclusive Tony Award viewing party for a limited number of guests. Several TVs will be displayed throughout the dining room for guests to enjoy the broadcast from any table. For more information, visit: www.joeallenrestaurant.com. To make reservations at Joe Allen, please call (212) 581-6464.
Brickyard Gastopub Tony Awards Viewing Party:
Brickyard will be offering full coverage of Broadway's biggest night on 9 flatscreen TVs, as well as a giant projector, serving drink and food specials, and holding an awards ballot contest - top 3 winners win gift certificates. Call at 212-767-0077 or email at info@brickyardnyc.com to reserve a table. For more information, visit: http://www.brickyardnyc.com/
The Stonewall Inn's 5th Annual Tony Party:
Stonewall Inn and Michael Plosky Designs present the 5th Annual Tony Awards viewing party. Hosted by Chocolatina Q Dessert & Lavinia Draper! LIVE PERFORMANCES during commercial breaks. THOUSANDS of dollars in raffle items. $5 cover includes one raffle ticket. A portion of proceeds go to Angels of Animals, Inc. Doors open at 6:00, pre-show at 7:00. Show at 8:00. Dj CraigThom Cook in the booth. For more information, visit:
Tony Awards Viewing Party at SideBAR:
Broadway buffs and theater fans get ready for the 68th Annual Tony Awards viewing party at SideBAR, where you can watch the show on multiple HDTVs. iAdventure.com hosts this fun and laid-back viewing party, which includes one Tony-inspired drink like the Toni & Tonic, Jackman & Coke or Broadway Bud Lights, plus other cocktail specials. Salute Broadway's best and take in all the glitz and glamour of the big event during live theater's biggest night. Fr more information, visit: http://www.sidebarny.com/
Live from Radio City Music Hall:
A limited number of tickets to the 68th Annual Tony Awards will be available to students through a Student Lottery at the Tony Pop-Up Shop on Tuesday, June 3rd. Entries for the 2014 Tony Awards Student Lottery will begin at the Tony Pop-Up Shop at the Paramount Hotel (235 West 46th St at 8th Avenue) on Tuesday, June 3rd at 12:30 PM. Participants must be current students with a valid student ID. At 1:00 PM, entries will be drawn for a limited number of tickets priced at $40 each (cash only). Participants must appear in-person at the drawing to receive tickets. Limit one entry per valid ID and two tickets per winner. For more information on the 2014 Tony Awards, visit www.TonyAwards.com.
Broadway Buzz, Bleep Magazine and Bea Restaurant Viewing Party:
Experience The Tony Awards like never before with friends, fans and special Broadway guests. Hosted by Broadway_Buzz's Bryan Campione (ROCK-N-ROLL DEBAUCHERY) and BLEEP™ Magazine at Hells Kitchen's newest restaurant and bar, BEA, guests will enjoy special bar privileges, passed around appetizers and watch The Tony Awards in the company of some of Broadway's best performers as well as have their photos taken for the July issue of BLEEP Magazine, take home exciting giveaways and hear special live performances following the awards at 11:00PM! Featuring an eclectic mix of fun and frivolity, this is sure to be THE party of Broadway's Biggest Night. Tickets can be purchased here.
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