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BONUS: Tony Winners at the Beck Theatre

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Closing Night
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Jun 5, 2026
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Summary

Long before the Tony Awards became Broadway's biggest night, theater professionals voted for a different honor: the Donaldson Awards. This bonus episode traces the evolution of Broadway awards while examining two Martin Beck Theatre musicals that reached the pinnacle of theatrical success. From the complicated legacy of Hallelujah, Baby! to the reinvention of Grand Hotel, discover how Broadway's highest honors often come from the most unexpected productions. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a transcript with photos, videos, and a list of all resources used. Produced by Patrick Oliver Jones and WINMI Media with Dan Delgado as co-producer. Theme music created by Blake Stadnik. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices