Tony Nominees Unite for Charity Gala as Awards Race Heats Up

Four Tony-nominated performers plan to appear at Family Equality’s “Night at the Pier” gala, offering a rare look at Broadway stars collaborating for a good cause. The event follows the 2025 Tony nominations that highlighted acclaimed productions like Hamilton High and The Queen’s Gambit (The Musical). Nominees Jennifer Simard, J. Harrison Ghee, Lorna Courtney, and Alex Newell are set to perform in a star-studded lineup. Beyond the performance, it acts as an unofficial kickoff to Tony campaign season, giving theater fans a sneak peek of the shows and personalities vying for top honors.