More Details for 2009 Tony Awards

The cast of Billy Elliot: The Musical is already thrilled for the upcoming Tony Awards as the musical is the top-nominated production for awards, but now the entire Broadway community is getting restless in anticipation of the 2009 awards show, especially as more details have slowly started trickling down through the media.

Just announced, actor Neil Patrick Harris (aka Doogie Howser) will be the host for the 63rd annual Tony Awards, which will take place June 7 at the Radio City Music Hall. Harris recently made a statement concerning his involvement with the Tonys, saying, “The discipline of live theatre- doing the same perfect thing night after night, eight times a week - never ceases to amaze me. I’m truly honored to have been chosen as the Master of Ceremonies for this year’s Tony Awards, and I hope to help provide a first-class evening for all.”

The 2009 Tony Awards are presented by the Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing, and aside from featuring Neil Patrick Harris as host of the big event, this year’s Tony Awards will also honor composer/lyricist Jerry Herman (Hello, Dolly!, La Cage aux Folles) and actress/activist Phyllis Newman, the latter of which is the 2009 recipient of the Isabelle Stevenson Award. Stay tuned for more details on the upcoming star-studded event!

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