By Roger EbertThe 79th annual Tony Awards, a significant event in the theatrical world, is set to captivate audiences with Pink as its host. Broadway enthusiasts can tune in live from Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 7th. The ceremony will be broadcast on CBS, offering various viewing avenues for those with and without traditional cable subscriptions. Streaming options abound, including services that provide free trials, ensuring that fans don't miss a moment of the prestigious event. Key details regarding broadcast times, platforms, and special performances are outlined, making it easy for viewers to plan their experience.
This year's nominations feature prominent productions such as The Lost Boys and Schmigadoon!, each leading with 12 nominations. The evening promises an array of captivating performances from nominees for Best New Musical and Best Musical Revival, alongside special tributes and acts by notable artists. The guide aims to provide a comprehensive overview for accessing the show, from live television broadcasts to diverse online streaming platforms, highlighting features like trial periods and premium access benefits.
Accessing the Tony Awards on Television and Online
For those preferring traditional television, the Tony Awards will be aired live on CBS. Viewers with a standard cable package can easily access the ceremony through their local CBS affiliate. This ensures that a wide audience can tune in to witness Broadway's biggest night, celebrating outstanding achievements in live theater. The broadcast is scheduled for 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET, making it accessible across different time zones.
Beyond traditional cable, several streaming services offer live access to the Tony Awards. Platforms such as DirecTV and Fubo provide live CBS feeds and often include free trials, presenting an excellent opportunity for new subscribers to watch the event without an immediate commitment. Paramount+ Premium is another option for live streaming, though it does not offer a free trial. For those with a Paramount+ Essential subscription, on-demand viewing will be available the day following the live broadcast, allowing flexibility for viewers who cannot watch in real-time. These diverse viewing methods ensure that the 79th Tony Awards are widely accessible to Broadway fans.
Streaming Options and Event Highlights
For viewers seeking to stream the Tony Awards online, a variety of services cater to different preferences, with some even offering free trial periods. DirecTV provides access to CBS as part of its signature packages, and new users can take advantage of a five-day free trial to watch the ceremony live. Similarly, Fubo offers CBS and a five-day free trial for new subscribers, with subsequent plans starting at competitive monthly rates. These trials are ideal for experiencing the live broadcast without a long-term commitment.
Paramount+ is the official streaming home for the event, with its Premium tier offering a live stream of the CBS broadcast. While this tier requires a subscription fee, it provides an ad-free viewing experience for most content. Essential subscribers can catch the show on demand the next day. The ceremony itself is packed with entertainment, featuring host Pink, and performances from nominees for Best New Musical and Best Musical Revival, plus special tributes to classic Broadway productions like A Chorus Line and Rent, ensuring a memorable evening for all theater enthusiasts.
