Thursday, May 7, 2026

79th Tony Award Nominations

Best Musical
“The Lost Boys”
“Schmigadoon!”
“Titaníque”
“Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)”

Best Play
“The Balusters”
“Giant”
“Liberation”
“Little Bear Ridge Road”

Best Revival of a Musical
“Cats: The Jellicle Ball”
“Ragtime”
“Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show”

Best Revival of a Play
“Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman”
“Becky Shaw”
“Every Brilliant Thing”
“Fallen Angels”
“Oedipus”

Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Nicholas Christopher, “Chess” 
Luke Evans, “Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show” 
Joshua Henry, “Ragtime” 
Sam Tutty, “Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)” 
Brandon Uranowitz, “Ragtime” 

Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Will Harrison, “Punch”
Nathan Lane, “Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman”
John Lithgow, “Giant”
Daniel Radcliffe, “Every Brilliant Thing”
Mark Strong, “Oedipus”

Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Sara Chase, “Schmigadoon!”
Stephanie Hsu, “Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show”
Caissie Levy, “Ragtime”
Marla Mindelle, “Titaníque”
Christiani Pitts, “Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)”

Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Rose Byrne, “Fallen Angels”
Carrie Coon, “Bug”
Susannah Flood, “Liberation”
Lesley Manville, “Oedipus”
Kelli O’Hara, “Fallen Angels”

Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Ali Louis Bourzgui, “The Lost Boys”
André De Shields, “Cats: The Jellicle Ball”
Bryce Pinkham, “Chess”
Ben Levi Ross, “Ragtime”
Layton Williams, “Titaníque”

Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Christopher Abbott, “Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman”
Danny Burstein, “Marjorie Prime”
Brandon J. Dirden, “Waiting for Godot”
Alden Ehrenreich, “Becky Shaw”
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, “August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone”
Richard Thomas, “The Balusters”

Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Shoshana Bean, “The Lost Boys”
Hannah Cruz, “Chess”
Rachel Dratch, “Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show”
Ana Gasteyer, “Schmigadoon!”
Nichelle Lewis, “Ragtime”

Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Betsy Aidem, “Liberation”
Marylouise Burke, “The Balusters”
Aya Cash, “Giant”
Laurie Metcalf, “Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman”
June Squibb, “Marjorie Prime”

Best Direction of a Musical
Michael Arden, “The Lost Boys”
Lear deBessonet, “Ragtime”
Christopher Gattelli, “Schmigadoon!”
Tim Jackson, “Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)”
Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch, “Cats: The Jellicle Ball”

Best Direction of a Play
Nicholas Hytner, “Giant”
Robert Icke, “Oedipus”
Kenny Leon, “The Balusters”
Joe Mantello, “Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman”
Whitney White, “Liberation”

Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
“Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman” — Music by Caroline Shaw
“August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone” — Music by Steve Bargonetti
“The Lost Boys” — Music & Lyrics by The Rescues
“Schmigadoon!” — Music & Lyrics by Cinco Paul
“Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)” — Music & Lyrics by Jim Barne and Kit Buchan

Best Book of a Musical
“The Lost Boys” — David Hornsby and Chris Hoch
“Schmigadoon!” — Cinco Paul
“Titaníque” — Marla Mindelle, Constantine Rousouli and Tye Blue
“Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)” — Jim Barne and Kit Buchan

Best Choreography
Christopher Gattelli, “Schmigadoon!”
Ellenore Scott, “Ragtime”
Ani Taj, “Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show”
Omari Wiles and Arturo Lyons, “Cats: The Jellicle Ball”
Lauren Yalango-Grant and Christopher Cree Grant, “The Lost Boys”

Best Orchestrations
Doug Besterman and Mike Morris, “Schmigadoon!”
Ethan Popp, Kyler England, Adrianne “AG” Gonzalez and Gabriel Mann, “The Lost Boys”
Lux Pyramid, “Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)”
Brian Usifer, “Chess”
Andrew Lloyd Webber, David Wilson, Trevor Holder and Doug Schadt, “Cats: The Jellicle Ball”

Best Scenic Design in a Musical
dots, “Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show”
Soutra Gilmour, “Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)”
Rachel Hauck, “Cats: The Jellicle Ball”
Dane Laffrey, “The Lost Boys”
Scott Pask, “Schmigadoon!”

Best Scenic Design in a Play
Hildegard Bechtler, “Oedipus”
Takeshi Kata, “Bug”
Chloe Lamford, “Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman”
David Korins, “Dog Day Afternoon”
David Rockwell, “Fallen Angels”

Best Costume Design in a Musical
Linda Cho, “Ragtime”
Linda Cho, “Schmigadoon!”
Qween Jean, “Cats: The Jellicle Ball”
Ryan Park, “The Lost Boys”
David I. Reynoso, “Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show”

Best Costume Design in a Play
Brenda Abbandandolo, “Dog Day Afternoon”
Qween Jean, “Liberation”
Jeff Mahshie, “Fallen Angels”
Emilio Sosa, “The Balusters”
Paul Tazewell, “August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone”

Best Lighting Design in a Musical
Kevin Adams, “Chess”
Jane Cox, “Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show”
Donald Holder, “Schmigadoon!”
Adam Honoré, “Cats: The Jellicle Ball”
Adam Honoré and Donald Holder, “Ragtime”
Jen Schriever and Michael Arden, “The Lost Boys”

Best Lighting Design in a Play
Isabella Byrd, “Dog Day Afternoon”
Natasha Chivers, “Oedipus”
Stacey Derosier, “August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone”
Heather Gilbert, “Bug”
Heather Gilbert, “The Fear of 13”
Jack Knowles, “Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman”

Best Sound Design of a Musical
Kai Harada, “Cats: The Jellicle Ball”
Kai Harada, “Ragtime”
Adam Fisher, “The Lost Boys”
Brian Ronan, “Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show”
Walter Trarbach, “Schmigadoon!”

Best Sound Design of a Play
Justin Ellington, “August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone”
Tom Gibbons, “Oedipus”
Lee Kinney, “The Fear of 13”
Josh Schmidt, “Bug”
Mikaal Sulaiman, “Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman”

41st Lucille Lortel Award Winners

Outstanding Play 
Prince Faggot  
Produced by Playwrights Horizons and Soho Rep 
Written by Jordan Tannahill 

Outstanding Musical 
Mexodus  
Produced by Audible Theater and P3 Productions in association with Gabrielle Palitz, Gina Maria Leonetti,  Todd B. Rubin, Willette and Manny Klausner, and QM Productions / The Movement Theatre Company,  MTTM Theatrics / Barzach Productions 
Written by Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson 

Outstanding Revival 
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee  
Produced by Barbara Whitman, Aaron Glick, Timothy Bloom, James L. Nederlander, Nancy Nagel Gibbs,  Debra Martin Chase, Rachel Sussman, Patrick Catullo, Ryan Solomon, by special arrangement with David  Stone 
Written by Music and Lyrics by William Finn, Book by Rachel Sheinkin 

Outstanding Solo Show 
I'm Assuming You Know David Greenspan 
Produced by Atlantic Theater Company  
Written by Mona Pirnot 
Performed by David Greenspan 

Outstanding Director 
David Mendizábal – Mexodus  

Outstanding Choreographer 
Edgar Godineaux and Jared Grimes – Lights Out: Nat "King" Cole 

Outstanding Lead Performer in a Play 
Aigner Mizzelle – THE MONSTERS 

Outstanding Featured Performer in a Play 
David Turner – Mother Russia 

Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical 
Nygel D. Robinson – Mexodus 

Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical 
Nick Rashad Burroughs – GODDESS 

Outstanding Ensemble 
Night Side Songs 
Robin de Jesús, Brooke Ishibashi, Jonathan Raviv, Kris Saint-Louis, Mary Testa 

Outstanding Scenic Design 
Miriam Buether – Glass. Kill. What If If Only. Imp. 

Outstanding Costume Design 
Qween Jean – Saturday Church 

Outstanding Lighting Design 
Cha See – The Unknown 

Outstanding Sound Design 
Mikhail Fiksel – Mexodus 

Outstanding Projection Design 
John Narun – Bughouse

HONORARY AWARDS 

Lifetime Achievement
Mia Katigbak

Playwrights’ Sidewalk Inductee
William Finn

Thursday, April 30, 2026

2026 Chita Rivera Award Nominations

OUTSTANDING CHOREOGRAPHY IN A BROADWAY SHOW
Christopher Gattelli, Schmigadoon!
Lorin Latarro, Chess
Ellenore Scott, Ragtime
Ellenore Scott, Titanique
Ani Taj, The Rocky Horror Show
Omari Wiles /Arturo Lyons, CATS: The Jellicle Ball

OUTSTANDING DANCER IN A BROADWAY SHOW
Jonathan Burke, CATS: The Jellicle Ball
Baby Byrne, CATS: The Jellicle Ball
Max Clayton, Schmigadoon!
Zachary Downer, Schmigadoon!
Sydney James Harcourt, CATS: The Jellicle Ball
Dava Huesca, CATS: The Jellicle Ball
Robert “Silk” Mason, CATS: The Jellicle Ball
Isabelle McCalla, Schmigadoon!
Sarah Meahl, Chess
Constantine Rousouli, Titanique
Layton Williams, Titanique
Lyrica Woodruff, Schmigadoon!

OUTSTANDING ENSEMBLE IN A BROADWAY SHOW
CATS: The Jellicle Ball
Chess
Ragtime
Schmigadoon!
The Rocky Horror Show
Titanique

FILM & DOCUMENTARY

OUTSTANDING CHOREOGRAPHY IN A FEATURE FILM
Kiss of The Spider Woman, Choreographers: Sergio Trujillo/Christopher Scott
Michael, Choreographers: Anthony Talauega/Richmond Talauega
Sinners, Choreographer: Aakomon Jones
The Testament of Ann Lee, Choreographer: Celia Rowlson-Hall
Wicked, For Good, Choreographer: Christopher Scott

OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A DANCE DOCUMENTARY
Dick Van Dyke, 100th Celebration, Director: Steve Boettcher
Martha Graham Dance Company: We Are Our Time, (Part I, “American Spirit”, Part II, “Athletes of God”, Directors: Peter Schnall/Cyndee Readdean
Playing The Palace, Director: Cody Williams
Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror, Director: Linus O’Brien
Tango My Passion, Director: Dr. Monika Krajewska

70th Drama Desk Award Nominations

Outstanding Play
Caroline, by Preston Max Allen
Cold War Choir Practice, by Ro Reddick
Meet the Cartozians, by Talene Monahon
Prince Faggot, by Jordan Tannahill
The Balusters, by David Lindsay-Abaire
The Porch on Windy Hill, by Sherry Stregack Lutken, Lisa Helmi Johanson, Morgan Morse, and David M. Lutken
Well, I’ll Let You Go, by Bubba Weiler

Outstanding Musical
Beau the Musical
Mexodus
Schmigadoon!
The Seat of Our Pants
Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)

Outstanding Revival of a Play
Becky Shaw
Ceremonies in Dark Old Men
Death of a Salesman
Los Soles Truncos
Titus Andronicus
You Got Older

Outstanding Revival of a Musical
Amahl and the Night Visitors
Chess
Ragtime
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
The Baker’s Wife
The Rocky Horror Show

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Play
Quincy Tyler Bernstine, Well, I’ll Let You Go
Noah Galvin, The Reservoir
Synnøve Karlsen, Pygmalion
John Krasinski, Angry Alan
Nathan Lane, Death of a Salesman
John Lithgow, Giant
Lesley Manville, Oedipus
Laurie Metcalf, Death of a Salesman
Aigner Mizzelle, The Monsters
Patrick Page, Titus Andronicus
Anika Noni Rose, The Balusters
Kara Young, Gruesome Playground Injuries 

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical
Nicholas Christopher, Chess
Micaela Diamond, The Seat of Our Pants
Luke Evans, The Rocky Horror Show
Joshua Henry, Ragtime
Dulé Hill, Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole
Amber Iman, Goddess
Caissie Levy, Ragtime
Brian Quijada, Mexodus
Nygel D. Robinson, Mexodus
Matt Rodin, Beau the Musical
Sam Tutty, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
Brandon Uranowitz, Ragtime

Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play
Caroline Aaron, The Reservoir
Edoardo Benzoni, Are the Bennet Girls Ok?
Maria-Christina Oliveras, The Balusters
Nathan Darrow, (un)conditional
Emily Davis, Well, I’ll Let You Go
West Duchovny, Diversion
Alden Ehrenreich, Becky Shaw
Linda Emond, Becky Shaw
David Greenspan, Prince Faggot
River Lipe-Smith, Caroline
Lizan Mitchell, Cold War Choir Practice
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Joe Turner’s Come and Gone
Richard Thomas, The Balusters

Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical
Chris Blisset, Beau the Musical
Max Clayton, Schmigadoon!
Lilli Cooper, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Stephanie Hsu, The Rocky Horror Show
Judy Kuhn, The Baker’s Wife
McKenzie Kurtz, Schmigadoon!
Ruthie Ann Miles, The Seat of Our Pants
Erin Morton, Heathers the Musical
Jackson Kanawha Perry, Saturday Church
Jasmine Amy Rogers, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Ben Levi Ross, Ragtime
Layton Williams, Titaníque
 
Outstanding Solo Performance
Savon Bartley, Holes in the Shape of My Father
Jack Holden, Kenrex
Hailey McAfee, and her Children
Natalie Palamides, Weer
Julia McDermott, Weather Girl
Josh Sharp, ta-da!

Outstanding Direction of a Play
Jesse Berger, Titus Andronicus
David Cromer, Caroline
Trip Cullman, Becky Shaw
Kenny Leon, The Balusters
Joe Mantello, Death of a Salesman
Tarell Alvin McCraney and Bijan Sheibani, The Brothers Size
Jack Serio, Well, I’ll Let You Go

Outstanding Direction of a Musical
Lear deBessonet, Ragtime
Gordon Greenberg, The Baker’s Wife
Danny Mefford, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
David Mendizábal, Mexodus
Josh Rhodes, Beau the Musical
Leigh Silverman, The Seat of Our Pants
 
Outstanding Choreography
Christopher Gattelli, Schmigadoon!
Edgar Godineaux and Jared Grimes (tap choreography), Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole
Natalie Malotke, Jonathan Platero, and Oksana Platero, Blood/Love
Toran X. Moore, Try/Step/Trip
Omari Wiles & Arturo Lyons, CATS: The Jellicle Ball
Lauren Yalango-Grant and Christopher Cree Grant, The Lost Boys (includes aerial choreography)

Outstanding Music
The Lazours, Night Side Songs
Ethan Lipton, The Seat of Our Pants
Ethan D. Pakchar & Douglas Lyons, Beau the Musical
Michael Thurber, Goddess
Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson, Mexodus
 
Outstanding Lyrics
Jim Barne & Kit Buchan, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
Dahlak Brathwaite, Try/Step/Trip
Ethan Lipton, The Seat of Our Pants
Douglas Lyons, Beau the Musical
Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson, Mexodus

Outstanding Book of a Musical
Dahlak Brathwaite, Try/Step/Trip
Ethan Lipton, The Seat of Our Pants
Douglas Lyons, Beau the Musical
Jesse Malin & Lauren Ludwig, Silver Manhattan
Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson, Mexodus

Outstanding Orchestrations
Bryan Carter (music supervisor and arranger), The Fear of 13
Daniel Kluger, The Seat of Our Pants
David M. Lutken, Morgan Morse, Lisa Helmi Johanson, and Sherry Stregack Lutken, The Porch on Windy Hill
John McDaniel, Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole
The Bengsons & Or Matias, My Joy is Heavy

Outstanding Music in a Play
John Patrick Elliott, Kenrex
Donald Lawrence, Oh Happy Day!
Stan Mathabane (composer) and Munir Zakee (musician), The Brothers Size
Johnathan Moore, The Imaginary Invalid (Molière in the Park)
Ro Reddick, Cold War Choir Practice
Darron L West and Alexander Sovronsky, The Wild Duck

Outstanding Scenic Design of a Play
Harry Feiner, Ceremonies in Dark Old Men
Soutra Gilmour, Waiting for Godot
Tatiana Kahvegian, Meet the Cartozians
Chloe Lamford, Death of a Salesman
Derek McLane, The Adding Machine
Derek McLane, The Balusters

Outstanding Scenic Design of a Musical
Daniel Allen, Beau the Musical
dots, The Rocky Horror Show
Rachel Hauck, CATS: The Jellicle Ball
Dane Laffrey, The Lost Boys
Arnulfo Maldonado, Goddess
Jason Sherwood, The Baker’s Wife

Outstanding Costume Design of a Play
Kindall Almond, Initiative
Enver Chakartash, Meet the Cartozians
Enver Chakartash, Tartuffe (New York Theatre Workshop)
Qween Jean, Oh Happy Day!
Emilio Sosa, The Balusters
Paul Tazewell, Joe Turner’s Come and Gone

Outstanding Costume Design of a Musical
Qween Jean, CATS: The Jellicle Ball
Qween Jean, Saturday Church
David I. Reynoso, The Rocky Horror Show
Kaye Voyce, The Seat of Our Pants
Catherine Zuber, The Baker’s Wife

Outstanding Lighting Design of a Play
Isabella Byrd, Prince Faggot
Jeff Croiter, The Adding Machine
Stacey Derosier, Well, I’ll Let You Go
Jack Knowles, Death of a Salesman
Kate McGee, without mirrors
Studio Luna, Marcel on the Train

Outstanding Lighting Design of a Musical
Mextly Couzin, Mexodus
Adam Honoré, Amahl and the Night Visitors
Adam Honoré & Donald Holder, Ragtime
Bradley King, The Baker’s Wife
Jen Schriever and Michael Arden, The Lost Boys
Japhy Weideman, Beau the Musical

Outstanding Sound Design of a Play
Angela Baughman, Initiative
Caroline Eng, The Unknown
Tom Gibbons, Oedipus
Kieran Lucas, Weather Girl
Nevin Steinberg, Anna Christie
Giles Thomas, Kenrex

Outstanding Sound Design of a Musical
Jordana Abrenica, Beau the Musical
Jason Crystal, The Baker’s Wife
Mikhail Fiksel, Mexodus (includes looping systems architecture)
Kai Harada, Ragtime
Alex Hawthorn & Drew Levy, Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole
 
Outstanding Projection and Video Design
David Bengali, My Joy is Heavy
Akhila Krishnan, Kyoto
Johnny Moreno, Mexodus
Tal Yarden, Oedipus

Outstanding Wig and Hair
Alberto “Albee” Alvarado, The Rocky Horror Show
David Brian Brown, The Lost Boys
David Brian Brown and Victoria Tinsman, Fallen Angels
Nikiya Mathis, CATS: The Jellicle Ball
Robert Pickens, Tartuffe (New York Theatre Workshop)

Outstanding Puppetry
Axtell Expressions, Amaze
Emily Batsford (creator) and Yuliya Tsukerman (puppet design), Cumulo
Julian Crouch, Goddess
Monkey Boys Productions, The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire

Outstanding Fight Choreography
Gerry Rodriguez, The Monsters
Thomas Schall, The Balusters
Rick Sordelet, Titus Andronicus
Rick Sordelet, Ulster American
Sordelet Inc., The Lost Boys
 
Outstanding Adaptation
and her Children, by Rosie Glen-Lambert and Hailey McAfee
Are the Bennet Girls Ok?, by Emily Breeze
Oedipus, by Robert Icke
Pride & Prejudice, by Abigail Pickard Price, with Sarah Gobran and Matt Pinches
Room 204, by Zusammen Theatre Project (Dennis Flanagan and Anjelica Fellini)
The Imaginary Invalid (Molière in the Park), by Lucie Tiberghien

Outstanding Revue
About Time
Baile Cangrejero
I Wish My Life Were Like a Musical

Unique Theatrical Experience
Amaze
Burnout Paradise
Color Theories
ha ha ha ha ha ha ha
Rheology
Slanted Floors

SPECIAL AWARDS

Ensemble Awards
The resonant quartet of Second Stage Theater’s revival of Marjorie Prime—Danny Burstein, Christopher Lowell, Cynthia Nixon, and June Squibb—who palpably tap into the emotions that make us human, even when playing AI versions of their characters, in Jordan Harrison’s prescient play about memory, aging, technology, and grief.

The cast of Intar Theatre’s Spread—Daniel Bravo Hernández, Luis Vega, Danny Gómez, Ishmael Gonzalez, and Jaden Perez—for creating warm camaraderie and individual vulnerability, bringing heft to Jesús I. Valles’s sharply observant and deeply compassionate coming-of-age tale of adolescents bravely facing challenges, current and future.

Sam Norkin Off-Broadway Award
To the creative and performance collaborators Xhloe Rice and Natasha Roland for their disparate historical-literary-interpretive works this season A Letter to Lyndon B Johnson or God and What If They Ate The Baby? Their absurdist sensibilities test the parameters of several genres and movement styles, including immersive historical drama, physical theater games, and 1950s American domestic realism, and invite new appreciation for all of them.

Additional Special Awards
The epic yet intimate Initiative gave us the full high school experience, making five-plus hours in the theater somehow feel like no time at all thanks to the collective of writer Else Went, director Emma Rosa Went, and the extraordinary ensemble cast of Olivia Rose Barresi, Brandon Burk, Greg Cuellar, Harrison Densmore, Carson Higgins, Andrea Lopez Alvarez, Jamie Sanders, and Christopher Dylan White. Collaborating over almost nine years, the Initiative team tapped into the world of D&D to illuminate the magic that can be found in devoting time to process, showing how the richness of a shared language can conjure community, produce ambitious art, and captivate audiences.

Diane Paulus, and the outstanding team of creative collaborators she assembled for Masquerade, Off-Broadway’s immersive reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Charles Hart, and Richard Stilgoe’s The Phantom of the Opera that has infused expansive ingenuity into a well-worn tale. Paulus’s “creative workshop” of directors, designers, stage managers, butlers, and more has crafted an experience that exemplifies the value of rigorous theatrical collaboration across all departments and disciplines.
 
The William Wolf Award (given by the Board of the Drama Desk)
Named for a former president of the Drama Desk, the William Wolf Award honors individuals who’ve made valuable contributions to the New York theater and entertainment community. The 2026 Wolf Award goes to Richard Maltby Jr. and David Shire, collaborators ever since they met in college seven decades ago. In addition to their musical shows and witty, insightful cabaret songs, the two have been mentors to countless young theater artists and have devoted enormous time to charitable causes. This season, their revue About Time completed a trilogy that began with Starting Here, Starting Now (1976) and Closer Than Ever (1989), depicting the emotional terrain of youth, midlife, and maturity with poignance and splendid melody.

The Harold S. Prince Award
As previously announced, the 2026 Harold S. Prince Award goes to Tom Schumacher, former president of Disney Theatrical Productions, for his outstanding contributions to the theater

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

2026 Gotham Television Award Nominations

Breakthrough Comedy Series
Big Mistakes

Dan Levy, Rachel Sennott, creators; Etan Frankel, Timothy Greenberg, Dean Holland, Dan Levy, Anne-Marie McGintee, Rachel Sennott, executive producers (Netflix)

The Chair Company

Zach Kanin, Tim Robinson, creators; Andrew DeYoung, Zach Kanin, Adam McKay, Tim Robinson, Todd Schulman, Igor Srubshchik, executive producers (HBO Max)

I Love LA

Rachel Sennott, creator; Emma Barrie, Aida Rodgers, Lorene Scafaria, Rachel Sennott, Max Silvestri, executive producers (HBO Max)

Long Story Short

Raphael Bob-Waksberg, creator; Raphael Bob-Waksberg, Noel Bright, Steven A. Cohen, executive producers (Netflix)

Too Much

Lena Dunham, Luis Felber, creators; Tim Bevan, Michael P. Cohen, Lena Dunham, Eric Fellner, Surian Fletcher-Jones, Bruce Eric Kaplan, executive producers (Netflix)

Breakthrough Drama Series
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

George R.R. Martin, Ira Parker, creators; Sarah Bradshaw, Ryan Condal, Vince Gerardis, Owen Harris, George R.R. Martin, Ira Parker, executive producers (HBO Max)

Alien: Earth

Noah Hawley, creator; Dana Gonzales, Noah Hawley, Joseph E. Iberti, Clayton Krueger, Ridley Scott, David W. Zucker, executive producers (FX/Hulu)

Dept. Q

Scott Frank, Chandni Lakhani, creators; Rob Bullock, Scott Frank, Andy Harries, Charlotte Moore, executive producers (Netflix)

Pluribus

Vince Gilligan, creator; Jeff Frost, Vince Gilligan, Diane Mercer, Allyce Ozarski, Gordon Smith, Alison Tatlock, executive producers (Apple TV)

Task 

Brad Ingelsby, creator; David Crockett, Brad Ingelsby, Paul Lee, Mark Roybal, Mark Ruffalo, Ron Schmidt, Salli Richardson Whitfield, Jeremiah Zagar, executive producers (HBO Max)

Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series
Beef

Lee Sung Jin, creator; Sam French, Oscar Isaac, Lee Sung Jin, Ethan Kuperberg, Charles Melton, Anna Ouyang Moench, Carey Mulligan, Ravi Nandan, Alli Reich, Kitao Sakurai, Jake Schreier, Cailee Spaeny, Ali Wong, Steven Yeun, executive producers (Netflix)

Death by Lightning 

Mike Makowsky, creator; David Benioff, Bernadette Caulfield, Mike Makowsky, Matt Ross, D.B. Weiss, executive producers (Netflix)

DTF St. Louis

Steven Conrad, creator; Molly Allen, Jason Bateman, Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Steven Conrad, Michael Costigan, David Harbour, James Lasdun, Michael Nelson, Jennifer Scher, Bruce Terris, Steve Tisch, K.C. Wenson, executive producers (HBO Max)

Half Man

Richard Gadd, creator; executive producers to be determined (HBO Max)

Lord of the Flies

Jack Thorne, creator; Jamie Campbell, Amanda Duthie, Nawfal Faizullah, Marc Munden, Cailah Scobie, Jack Thorne, Joel Wilson, executive producers (Netflix)

Breakthrough Nonfiction Series
High Horse: The Black Cowboy

Kadine Anckle, Tom Casciato, Mari Keiko Gonzalez, Sacha Jenkins, Liz Yale Marsh, Keith McQuirter, Jordan Peele, Win Rosenfeld, Keisha Senter, Jamal M. Watson, executive producers, Jason Perez, director (Peacock)

Katrina: Come Hell and High Water 

Geeta Gandbhir, Spike Lee, Sam Pollard, executive producers (Netflix)

Mr. Scorsese

Damon Cardasis, Chris Donnelly, Rebecca Miller, Cindy Tolan, Julie Yorn, Rick Yorn, executive producers (Apple TV)

Sean Combs: The Reckoning

Brad Bernstein, Ariel Brozell, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, David Karabinas, Stacy Scripter, Alexandria Stapleton, executive producers (Netflix)

The Yogurt Shop Murders

Nancy Abraham, Avi Belkin, Margaret Brown, Beth Garrabrant, Lisa Heller, Ali Herting, Dave McCary, Emily Osborne, Sara Rodriguez, Limor Gott Ronen, Mickey Stanley, Emma Stone, Nicole Stott, executive producers (HBO Max)

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Comedy Series 
Elle Fanning, Margo’s Got Money Troubles (Apple TV)
Dan Levy, Big Mistakes (Netflix)
Taylor Ortega, Big Mistakes (Netflix)
Tim Robinson, The Chair Company (HBO Max)
Rachel Sennott, I Love LA (HBO Max)

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Drama Series
Malin Åkerman, The Hunting Wives (Netflix)
Sydney Chandler, Alien: Earth (FX/Hulu)
Peter Claffey, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (HBO Max)
Chase Infiniti, The Testaments (Hulu)
Rhea Seehorn, Pluribus (Apple TV)

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Limited or Anthology Series
Riz Ahmed, Bait (Amazon Prime Video)
Jamie Bell, Half Man (HBO Max)
Matthew Macfadyen, Death by Lightning (Netflix)
Carey Mulligan, Beef (Netflix)
Sarah Pidgeon, Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette (FX/Hulu)
Lili Reinhart, Hal & Harper (MUBI)
Michael Shannon, Death by Lightning (Netflix)

Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Comedy Series 
Odessa A’zion, I Love LA (HBO Max)
Erika Alexander, The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins (NBC)
Laurie Metcalf, Big Mistakes (Netflix)
Michelle Pfeiffer, Margo’s Got Money Troubles (Apple TV)
Daniel Radcliffe, The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins (NBC)
Haley Lu Richardson, Ponies (Peacock)

Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Drama Series
Dexter Sol Ansell, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (HBO Max)
Babou Ceesay, Alien: Earth (FX/Hulu)
Zach Galifianakis, The Audacity (AMC)
Tom Pelphrey, Task (HBO Max)
Karolina Wydra, Pluribus (Apple TV)

Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Limited or Anthology Series
Linda Cardellini, DTF St. Louis (HBO Max)
David Harbour, DTF St. Louis (HBO Max)
David McKenna, Lord of the Flies (Netflix)
Nick Offerman, Death by Lightning (Netflix)
Cailee Spaeny, Beef (Netflix)

Outstanding Original Film, Broadcast or Streaming 
Color Theories by Julio Torres
Julio Torres, director; Olivia Gerke, Julio Torres, Matthew Vaughan, executive producers (HBO Max)

People We Meet on Vacation
Brett Haley, director; Marty Bowen, Wyck Godfrey, Isaac Klausner, producers (Netflix)

Reflection in a Dead Diamond
Hélène Cattet, Bruno Forzani, directors; Pierre Foulon, producer (Shudder)

Remarkably Bright Creatures
Olivia Newman, director; Peter Craig, David Levine, Bryan Unkeless, producers (Netflix) 

#Skyking
Patricia E. Gillespie, director; Christopher G. Cowan, Patricia E. Gillespie, producers (Hulu)

Outstanding Performance in an Original Film
Sally Field, Remarkably Bright Creatures (Netflix)
Allison Janney, Miss You, Love You (HBO Max)
Cassandra Naud, Influencers (Shudder)
Yannick Renier, Reflection in a Dead Diamond (Shudder)
Cory Michael Smith, Mountainhead (HBO Max)

2026 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations

Outstanding New Broadway Musical
The Lost Boys
Schmigadoon!
Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)

Outstanding New Off-Broadway Musical
Beau the Musical
Goddess
Mexodus
Oratorio for Living Things
Saturday Church

Outstanding New Broadway Play
The Balusters
Giant
Little Bear Ridge Road
Oedipus
Punch

Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play
Angry Alan
Meet the Cartozians
The Monsters
Prince Faggot
The Reservoir

John Gassner Award (for a new American play preferably by a new playwright)
Call Me Izzy by Jamie Wax
Caroline by Preston Max Allen
Cold War Choir Practice by Ro Reddick
Data by Matthew Libby
Well, I'll Let You Go by Bubba Weiler

Outstanding Revival of a Musical
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
The Baker's Wife
Chess
Masquerade
Ragtime

Outstanding Revival of a Play
Becky Shaw
The Brothers Size
Death of a Salesman
Joe Turner's Come and Gone
Marjorie Prime

Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Play\
Rose Byrne, Fallen Angels
Will Harrison, Punch
Nathan Lane, Death of a Salesman
John Lithgow, Giant
Lesley Manville, Oedipus
Kelli O'Hara, Fallen Angels

Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play
Christopher Abbott, Death of a Salesman
Danny Burstein, Marjorie Prime
Jessica Hecht, Dog Day Afternoon
Laurie Metcalf, Death of a Salesman
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Joe Turner's Come and Gone

Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical
Sara Chase, Schmigadoon!
Nicholas Christopher, Chess
Luke Evans, The Rocky Horror Show
Joshua Henry, Ragtime
Sam Tutty, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
Brandon Uranowitz, Ragtime
Jessica Vosk, Beaches

Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical
Ali Louis Bourzgui, The Lost Boys
Max Clayton, Schmigadoon!
Andrew Durand, The Rocky Horror Show
Benjamin Pajak, The Lost Boys
Ben Levi Ross, Ragtime

Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical
Micaela Diamond, The Seat of Our Pants
Amber Iman, Goddess
Brian Quijada, Mexodus
Nygel D. Robinson, Mexodus
Matt Rodin, Beau the Musical

Outstanding Featured Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical
Justin Cooley, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
J. Harrison Ghee, Saturday Church
Judy Kuhn, The Baker's Wife
Kevin McHale, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Jasmine Amy Rogers, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Play
Quincy Tyler Bernstine, Well, I'll Let You Go
Alana Raquel Bowers, Cold War Choir Practice
André Holland, The Brothers Size
Alani iLongwe, The Brothers Size
Aigner Mizzelle, The Monsters

Outstanding Featured Performer in an Off-Broadway Play
Caroline Aaron, The Reservoir
Brian d'Arcy James, Eurydice
River Lipe-Smith, Caroline
Andrea Martin, Meet the Cartozians
Malcolm Mays, The Brothers Size

Outstanding Solo Performance
Sean Hayes, The Unknown
Mary Kate O Flanagan, Making a Show of Myself
Jack Holden, Kenrex
Daniel Radcliffe, Every Brilliant Thing
Jean Smart, Call Me Izzy

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Jim Barne and Kit Buchan, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
David Hornsby and Chris Hoch, The Lost Boys
Douglas Lyons, Beau the Musical
Cinco Paul, Schmigadoon!
Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson, Mexodus

Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Jim Barne and Kit Buchan, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
Heather Christian, Oratorio for Living Things
Ethan D. Pakchar and Douglas Lyons, Beau the Musical
Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson, Mexodus
The Rescues, The Lost Boys

Outstanding Direction of a Play
Debbie Allen, Joe Turner's Come and Gone
Ngozi Anyanwu, The Monsters
Trip Cullman, Becky Shaw
Robert Icke, Oedipus
Joe Mantello, Death of a Salesman
Tarell Alvin McCraney and Bijan Shibani, The Brothers Size

Outstanding Direction of a Musical
Michael Arden, The Lost Boys
Lear deBessonet, Ragtime
Lee Sunday Evans, Oratorio for Living Things
David Mendizábal, Mexodus
Diane Paulus, Masquerade

Outstanding Choreography
Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui, Masquerade
Christopher Gattelli, Schmigadoon!
Darrell Grand Moultrie, Goddess
Darrell Grand Moultrie, Saturday Church
Rickey Tripp, The Monsters

Outstanding Orchestrations (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Fraser Campbell, Jane Cardona, Ben Moss, Odetta Hartman, John Murchison, Peter Wise, Oratorio for Living Things
Doug Besterman and Mike Morris, Schmigadoon!
Mikhail Fiksel, Brian Quijada, and Nygel D. Robinson, Mexodus
Ethan Popp and The Rescues,* The Lost Boys*
Michael Thurber, Goddess

Outstanding Scenic Design
James Fluhr, Masquerade
Dane Laffrey, The Lost Boys
Scott Pask, Schmigadoon!
Adam Rigg and Anton Volovsek, Bowl EP
Jason Sherwood, The Baker's Wife

Outstanding Costume Design
Dede Ayite, Goddess
Linda Cho, Schmigadoon!
Jeff Mahshie, Fallen Angels
Ryan Park, The Lost Boys
Emilio Sosa, Masquerade

Outstanding Lighting Design
Mextly Couzin, Mexodus
Adam Honoré, Cats: The Jellicle Ball
Jack Knowles, Death of a Salesman
Jen Schriever and Michael Arden, The Lost Boys
Studio Luna, Marcel on the Train

Outstanding Sound Design
Caroline Eng, The Unknown
Mikhail Fiksel, Mexodus
Adam Fisher, The Lost Boys
Brett Jarvis, Masquerade
Nick Kourtides, Oratorio for Living Things

Outstanding Video/Projection Design
59 Studio, Ragtime
Akhila Krishnan, Kyoto
Derek McLane, This World of Tomorrow
Johnny Moreno, Mexodus
John Narun, Bughouse

Thursday, April 23, 2026

86th Peabody Award Winners

NEWS
“Fault Lines: ‘Kids Under Fire’ and ‘The Disappearance of Dr. Abu Safiya’” (Al Jazeera English)

“Fault Lines” presents a harrowing examination of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza in the segments “Kids Under Fire” and “The Disappearance of Dr. Abu Safiya,” which document the violence faced by children and healthcare workers. These segments highlight the targeting of vulnerable populations and the challenges healthcare professionals endure, including Dr. Safiya, who remains in Israeli custody.

Al Jazeera English 

“Immigration Crackdown” (PBS News Hour)

PBS News’ “Immigration Crackdown” provides comprehensive coverage of President Trump’s deportation plan, highlighting the fear and anxiety within immigrant communities while also exploring the complex history of immigration in the United States. The series balances on-the-ground reporting with insights from historians and legal experts, fairly presenting various perspectives on this divisive issue.

PBS News Hour

“Los Angeles Burning” (ABC News and KABC, Los Angeles)

The 2025 wildfires in Southern California devastated countless families and highlighted the urgent realities of climate change, prompting extensive coverage from ABC News that treated the crisis with the seriousness it warranted. With contributions from flagship programs such as “Good Morning America” and local affiliate KABC, the reporting showcased both the unfolding disaster and the resilience of the community, demonstrating a commitment to responsible journalism during a critical time.

ABC News and KABC-TV, Los Angeles

“Restrained” (ABC / KMBC 9)

“Restrained” is a powerful documentary by KMBC in Kansas City that exposes the abuse of immobilizing devices like restraint chairs in prisons, revealing a disturbing pattern linked to more than 100 deaths and serious injuries. Through extensive investigation, including surveillance footage and court records, the report highlights severe mistreatment of inmates, which led to significant reforms in practices across Missouri and Kansas in a true example of impactful journalism.

KMBC 9

“The Rise and Fall of Terrorgram” (PBS)

“The Rise and Fall of Terrorgram” explores the connection between a 2022 attack outside a Slovakian gay bar and previous mass shootings in New Zealand and San Diego, revealing how the perpetrators were radicalized online by white supremacists using platforms like Telegram. FRONTLINE correspondents A. C. Thompson and James Bandler uncover the “Terrorgram Collective” and its strategy of “militant accelerationism,” offering a critical examination of gun violence and political extremism in the digital age.

FRONTLINE (PBS), ProPublica

PODCAST AND RADIO
“Divine Intervention”

“Divine Intervention” recounts the story of a Catholic anti-war movement in 1971 Boston, where young priests and nuns provided sanctuary to draft resister Paul Couming and engaged in direct actions against the Vietnam War, including break-ins at draft offices and confrontations with the FBI. Hosted by Brendan Patrick Hughes, the podcast weaves together themes of love, generational conflict within the church, and the courage of activists, revealing a significant yet overlooked historical narrative.

Wonder Media Network and iHeartMedia

“Scam Inc”

Hosted by Sue-Lin Wong, this podcast explores the harrowing phenomenon of “pig butchering,” where victims are manipulated into losing significant sums of money to scammers, being bled dry by anonymous chat partners who siphon funds into a shadowy global system. Through empathetic interviews with both victims and perpetrators, Wong reveals the complexities of this financial and humanitarian crisis.

The Economist

“When We All Get to Heaven”

“When We All Get to Heaven” explores the complex relationship between faith and the queer community during the AIDS crisis, focusing on the Metropolitan Community Church of San Francisco, one of the first gay-positive churches. The audio documentary captures the struggles of LGBTQ Christians navigating illness and death amid rejection from both their faith and the gay rights movement.

Eureka Street Productions

DOCUMENTARIES
“The Alabama Solution” (HBO Max)

“The Alabama Solution” documents the harrowing realities of Alabama prisons, revealing systemic brutality and corruption through clandestine recordings made by inmates who risked their lives to share their experiences. Filmmakers Andrew Jarecki and Charlotte Kaufman highlight issues such as overcrowding, violence, and drug overdoses, ultimately prompting legislative hearings aimed at reform.

HBO Documentary Films; Hit The Ground Running

“Come See Me in the Good Light” (Apple TV)

Ryan White’s documentary “Come See Me in the Good Light” chronicles Andrea Gibson’s experiences during their treatment for ovarian cancer in 2024, blending their poignant poetry with the realities of grappling with mortality and the desire to cherish life. Through candid moments of vulnerability and emotional truths, the film offers a heartfelt exploration of love and artistry that resonates deeply, delivering an uplifting portrayal of resilience in the face of hardship.

Apple / Tripod Media / Amplify Pictures / Treat Media / Something Fierce Productions

“Mr. Nobody Against Putin” (BBC Four)

“Mr. Nobody Against Putin” follows Pavel Talankin, a primary school teacher in Russia, as he resists government-imposed indoctrination following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, using unconventional methods like playing a Lady Gaga song to inspire his students. Co-directed by Talankin and David Borenstein, the documentary highlights the personal and political challenges he faces while advocating for truth and resistance, staging an individual protest against authoritarianism.

Made in Copenhagen in co-production with Pink

“No Other Land”

“No Other Land,” co-directed by Palestinian activist Basel Adra and Israeli journalist Yuval Abraham, documents the ongoing destruction of the Masafer Yatta region of the West Bank, highlighting the violence faced by Palestinian inhabitants. The film not only records this injustice but also illustrates the possibility of friendship across divides, delivering a poignant exploration of the occupation.

Antipode Films

“Pee-wee as Himself” (HBO Max)

The two-part HBO docuseries “Pee-wee as Himself” explores the life of Paul Reubens, who, while battling cancer, participated in extensive interviews with filmmaker Matt Wolf without revealing his diagnosis and while often trying to direct questions, raising the issue of who gets to define his narrative. By examining the contradictions in Reubens’ life as a queer performer and the layers of his public persona, the documentary presents a complex portrait that challenges notions of authenticity.

HBO Documentary Films presents an Elara & First Love Films Production

“Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk” (Kino Film Collection)

“Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk” offers a unique perspective on the Israeli war on Gaza by focusing on the resilience and hope of Palestinian photojournalist Fatma Hassona through intimate phone conversations with Iranian director Sepideh Farsi. This documentary captures the challenges of connection amidst conflict, highlighting Fatma’s faith and aspirations while serving as a poignant reminder of the humanity of Palestinians, resulting in an empathetic portrayal of identity and hope.

Rêves d’Eau Productions

“Southpaw—The Life and Legacy of Jim Abbott” (ESPN) 

“Southpaw—The Life and Legacy of Jim Abbott” chronicles the remarkable journey of baseball player Jim Abbott, who pitched a no-hitter for the Yankees despite being born without a right hand. The documentary combines archival footage and present-day interviews to explore Abbott’s childhood, his rise to fame, and his impact on young athletes with disabilities, culminating in an emotional tribute that highlights his legacy.

ESPN

“Thoughts & Prayers” (HBO Max)

The documentary “Thoughts & Prayers” examines the grim reality of gun violence in U.S. schools, highlighting the 163 incidents and resulting deaths and injuries in 2025, while depicting the absurdity of the $3 billion active shooter preparedness industry. Through poignant testimonials from schoolchildren and sharp social commentary, the film critiques the capitalist exploitation of this crisis and the failure of political responses.

HBO Documentary Films presents a Tony Tina Production

ARTS
“Fela Kuti: Fear No Man”  

“Fela Kuti: Fear No Man,” produced by Jad Abumrad for Audible, explores the life of musical genius Fela Kuti, using his story as a lens to examine themes of liberation, civil resistance, and the history of Nigeria. Through more than 200 interviews and a blend of entertainment and education, the podcast highlights Kuti’s impact while incorporating the voices of women in his life and showcasing his musical works as anthems for freedom.

Audible, Higher Ground, Western Sound and Talkhouse

“Sly Lives! (a.k.a. The Burden of Black Genius)” (Hulu, Onyx Collective)

Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson explores the life and legacy of Sly and the Family Stone, the multiracial rock, R&B, and funk band, and its eponymic musical genius, Sly Stone.  More than a music documentary or bio-doc of one of the most successful bands of the 1960s and 1970s, the film interrogates the personal and professional costs that artistic success has on groundbreaking Black artists such as Stone, especially when no roadmap exists for how they should navigate the pressures and anxieties of being such artistic firsts. 

MRC, Network Entertainment Inc., Two One Five Entertainment Inc., RadicalMedia, Stardust Films LLC, ID8 Multimedia, Inc., and Sony Music Entertainment

ENTERTAINMENT
“Adolescence” (Netflix)

“Adolescence” is a Netflix limited series that begins with the aftermath of a teenage girl’s murder, focusing not on the crime itself but on the transformation of 13-year-old Jamie Miller into a killer. Through fluid storytelling and character studies, the show examines the impact of Jamie’s actions on those around him and highlights the radicalization of young boys in toxic online spaces.

Warp Films, Matriarch Productions and Plan B for Netflix

“Andor” (Disney+)

Season two of “Andor” explores the rise of fascism through a narrative that highlights the violent suppression of peaceful protests, the fear faced by undocumented immigrants, and the struggle against governmental lies, all while resistance factions navigate complex dynamics. Although not conceived as a direct response to contemporary events, the series’ timely themes resonate powerfully with today’s world and underline a nuanced portrayal of the human costs of rebellion within the “Star Wars” universe.

Lucasfilm Ltd.

“Common Side Effects” (Adult Swim)

“Common Side Effects” explores the challenges of redefining wellness in a capitalist society, where profit often takes precedence over humanity. The animated series follows mycologist Marshall Cuso as he discovers a miraculous mushroom that can heal any ailment, drawing the ire of Big Pharma and the government, in this sharp critique of the healthcare system with stunning visuals.

Green Street Pictures, Bandera Entertainment, and Williams Street

“Dying for Sex” (FX / Hulu)

“Dying for Sex” follows Molly, played by Michelle Williams, as she embraces a journey of sexual self-discovery after receiving a terminal cancer diagnosis, leaving her husband so she can explore desires she had previously suppressed. Supported by her friend Nikki, portrayed by Jenny Slate, the FX miniseries, based on a podcast of the same name, celebrates female friendship and sexuality while crafting a poignant and daring narrative about living fully in the face of death.

20th Television

“Forever” (Netflix)

Netflix’s “Forever” offers a fresh take on Judy Blume’s 1975 novel, reimagining it as a modern coming-of-age story set in Los Angeles about a relationship between two young Black athletes. The series thoughtfully explores young love and the serious challenges facing today’s teens in a nuanced portrayal of its characters, including mental health struggles, social media pressures, and the expectations placed on young Black athletes.

A Netflix Series

“Heated Rivalry” (HBO Max)

“Heated Rivalry” is a Canadian drama series that explores how two major league hockey players navigate their fears, cultural differences, and burgeoning love amid the pressures of their sport and society. Adapted from Rachel Reid’s novel, the show balances complex themes of sexuality and emotional connection, inspiring fans and promoting non-toxic masculinity, ultimately making what was arguably the biggest cultural impact in television this year.

Accent Aigu Entertainment in association with Bell Media’s Crave

“Jimmy Kimmel Live!” (ABC)

While ABC’s late-night talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live! has been on the air for 23 years, this season proved unprecedented in American television history as the show found itself “suspended” indefinitely by the network due directly to pressure from the Chairman of the FCC. Kimmel, a persistent critic and scathing ridiculer of President Donald Trump, was taken off the air, then reinstated after public uproar arose from across the ideological spectrum about the comedian’s First Amendment rights. Kimmel’s return to air was a master class in public apology for the comments about Charlie Kirk that supposedly got him suspended while nevertheless, and doggedly, asserting his rights to criticize the president and MAGA movement that sought to silence him. 

20th Television in association with Kimmelot

“Mussolini: Son of the Century” (MUBI)

Joe Wright’s “Mussolini: Son of the Century” revitalizes the biopic genre with a vibrant and immersive approach, blending archival footage, direct-to-camera addresses, and anachronistic elements to portray Benito Mussolini’s rise to power. Featuring Luca Marinelli’s captivating performance, the miniseries examines the allure of authoritarianism and the corrupting nature of absolute power, a timely reflection on political dynamics.

Sky Studios and Lorenzo Mieli for The Apartment, a Fremantle group company, in co-production with Pathé, in association with Small Forward Productions, in collaboration with Fremantle, CINECITTÀ S.p.A. and Sky

“The Pitt” (HBO Max)

HBO’s “The Pitt” revitalizes the medical drama genre by setting its 15-episode narrative in an overcrowded Pittsburgh trauma center, centered around supervising physician Michael Rabinovitch, played by Noah Wyle. The series explores contemporary social issues such as opioid addiction and mass violence while showcasing the complexity of its diverse characters and offering a critical look at profit-driven healthcare.

HBO Max in association with John Wells Productions, R. Scott Gemmill Productions, and Warner Bros. Television

“Pluribus” (Apple TV)

Vince Gilligan’s series “Pluribus” presents a thought-provoking narrative: An alien virus infects the world, creating a hive-mind, while a romantasy author in Albuquerque, one of the few unaffected, grapples with her newfound isolation and the pressure to conform. Through the character of Carol, the show explores complex themes of agency, free will, and individualism in a nuanced take on a dystopian invasion narrative that resists easy answers.

Sony Pictures Television in association with Apple

“The Rehearsal” (HBO Max)

In its second season, “The Rehearsal” demonstrates Nathan Fielder’s ability to effect real change, using a unique approach to enhance airline safety by encouraging open communication among pilots and copilots. Through a blend of creativity and offbeat humor (which includes a singing competition and a re-enactment of Chesley Sullenberger’s life), the season sparked a national dialogue about pilot training while also exploring deeper questions of solitude and distraction, using innovative storytelling unlike anything ever seen on television.

HBO in association with Blow Out Productions

CHILDREN’S / YOUTH
“Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur” (Disney+)

“Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur” adapts the comic series into a vibrant animated show centered on Lunella, a young African-American girl on the Lower East Side who uses her scientific skills, alongside a red Tyrannosaurus, to combat local villains. With a talented voice cast and a focus on STEM, the series offers a fresh and heartwarming take on the superhero origin story in a celebration of individuality and bravery.

Flying Bark Productions, Disney Television Animation, Disney Branded Television

INTERACTIVE & IMMERSIVE
“Cleared by Fire”

The interactive documentary “Cleared by Fire” revisits the tragic killings of 25 Iraqi civilians by U.S. Marines in Haditha, exploring the search for accountability through the eyes of Khalid Jamal, who lost family members in the attack. Combining detailed 3D recreations, testimonies, and extensive reporting, the film highlights the importance of remembering the human stories behind war.

The New Yorker

“ICE Sweeps Georgia”

“ICE Sweeps Georgia” is a groundbreaking social video series by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that intimately captures the human impact of immigration enforcement through innovative storytelling techniques like vertical video and body camera footage. By focusing on personal stories and perspectives, the series highlights the intersection of federal power and local lives, achieving significant engagement with its effective blend of traditional reporting and modern social media strategies.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

“Investigating War Crimes in Gaza”

This documentary by the Al Jazeera Investigative Unit reveals the devastating impact of the ongoing war in Gaza, where more than 51,000 Palestinians, primarily women and children, have been killed, and many more are missing under rubble. Through a detailed examination of footage posted by Israeli soldiers themselves, the film documents potential war crimes, including civilian casualties, torture, and destruction of infrastructure, delivering unprecedented accountability and real-time evidence.

Al Jazeera English

“South of Midnight”

“South of Midnight” is an interactive folktale that invites players to join protagonist Hazel Flood in confronting grief and mending past wounds, all while immersing them in the rich traditions of Southern Gothic and Afro-Southern folklore. With its handmade stop-motion art style and heartfelt storytelling, the game honors cultural memory and centers a Black woman’s healing journey with exceptional craft in this meaningful exploration of personal and collective weight.

Compulsion Games 

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

92nd Drama League Award Nominations

Outstanding Production of a Play
The Balusters
Caroline
Cold War Choir Practice
Dog Day Afternoon
Giant
Kyoto
Liberation
Marcel on the Train
The Monsters
Prince Faggot
Rheology
Spread

Outstanding Revival of a Play
Anna Christie
Becky Shaw
The Brothers Size
Bug
Death of a Salesman
Every Brilliant Thing
Fallen Angels
Gruesome Playground Injuries
Joe Turner's Come and Gone
Proof
Twelfth Night
You Got Older

Outstanding Production of a Musical
Beaches, a New Musical
Beau the Musical
Bigfoot!
The Lost Boys
Mexodus
My Joy is Heavy
Night Side Songs
Saturday Church
Schmigadoon!
The Seat of Our Pants
Titaníque
Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)

Outstanding Revival of a Musical
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Bat Boy: The Musical
Cats: The Jellicle Ball
Chess
The Gospel at Colonus
Heathers the Musical
Masquerade
Oratorio for Living Things
Ragtime
The Rocky Horror Show
The Wild Party

Outstanding Direction of a Play
Knud Adams, Cold War Choir Practice
Debbie Allen, Joe Turner's Come and Gone
Tatyana-Marie Carlo, Spread
Shayok Misha Chowdhury, Prince Faggot
David Cromer, Caroline
Trip Cullman, Becky Shaw
Stephen Daldry and Justin Martin, Kyoto
Joe Mantello, Death of a Salesman and Little Bear Ridge Road
Marshall Pailet, Marcel on the Train

Outstanding Direction of a Musical
Michael Arden, The Lost Boys
Lili-Anne Brown, The Wild Party
Rachel Chavkin, My Joy is Heavy
Lear deBessonet, Ragtime
Lee Sunday Evans, Oratorio for Living Things
Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch, Cats: The Jellicle Ball
Danny Mefford, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Bigfoot!
David Mendizábal, Mexodus
Sam Pinkleton, The Rocky Horror Show
Leigh Silverman, The Seat of Our Pants
Alex Timbers, Bat Boy: The Musical

Distinguished Performance
Caroline Aaron, The Reservoir
Christopher Abbott, Death of a Salesman
Shoshana Bean, The Lost Boys
Jon Bernthal, Dog Day Afternoon
Ali Louis Bourzgui, The Lost Boys
Marylouise Burke, The Balusters
Kerry Butler, Bat Boy: The Musical
Rose Byrne, Fallen Angels
Sara Chase, Schmigadoon!
Patrice Johnson Chevannes, The Waterfall
Nicholas Christopher, Chess
Justin Cooley, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Carrie Coon, Bug
André De Shields, Cats: The Jellicle Ball
Brandon J. Dirden, Waiting For Godot
Ayo Edebiri, Proof
Alden Ehrenreich, Becky Shaw
Luke Evans, The Rocky Horror Show
Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Tru
Susannah Flood, Liberation
Ishmael Gonzalez, Spread
Sean Hayes, The Unknown
Joshua Henry, Ragtime
Grey Henson, Bigfoot!
André Holland, The Brothers Size
Stephanie Hsu, The Rocky Horror Show
Alani iLongwe, The Brothers Size
Stephen Kunken, Kyoto
Caissie Levy, Ragtime
Lesley Manville, Oedipus
John McCrea, Prince Faggot
Laurie Metcalf, Death of a Salesman and Little Bear Ridge Road
Lea Michele, Chess
Marla Mindelle, Titaníque
Lizan Mitchell, Cold War Choir Practice
Aigner Mizzelle, The Monsters
Chloë Grace Moretz, Caroline
Lupita Nyong’o, Twelfth Night
Kelli O’Hara, Fallen Angels
Christiani Pitts, Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York)
Brian Quijada, Mexodus
Daniel Radcliffe, Every Brilliant Thing
Nygel D. Robinson, Mexodus
Jasmine Amy Rogers, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and The Wild Party
Constantine Rousouli, Titaníque
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Joe Turner's Come and Gone
Ethan Slater, Marcel on the Train
Ari'el Stachel, Other
B Noel Thomas, Saturday Church
Taylor Trensch, Bat Boy: The Musical
Brandon Uranowitz, Ragtime
Jessica Vosk, Beaches, A New Musical
Adrienne Warren, The Wild Party
Kara Young, Gruesome Playground Injuries and Proof

The Drama League also acknowledges exemplary work for the following previous recipients of the Distinguished Performance Award, who are therefore ineligible to win or be nominated in the category again:

Danny Burstein, Marjorie Prime
Neil Patrick Harris, Art
Hugh Jackman, Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes
Nathan Lane, Death of a Salesman
John Lithgow, Giant 

Sunday, April 12, 2026

2026 Olivier Award Winners

Best New Play
Punch by James Graham at Young Vic & Apollo Theatre

Best New Musical
Paddington The Musical, music & lyrics by Tom Fletcher & book by Jessica Swale at Savoy Theatre

Best Revival
All My Sons by Arthur Miller at Wyndham's Theatre

Best Musical Revival
Into The Woods, music & lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by James Lapine at Bridge Theatre

Best Actor in a Musical
James Hameed & Arti Shah for Paddington The Musical at Savoy Theatre

Best Actress in a Musical
Rachel Zegler for Evita at The London Palladium

Best Actress
Rosamund Pike for Inter Alia at National Theatre – Lyttelton

Best Actor
Jack Holden for Kenrex at The Other Palace

Best Actor in a Supporting Role
Paapa Essiedu for All My Sons at Wyndham's Theatre

Best Actress in a Supporting Role
Julie Hesmondhalgh for Punch at Young Vic & Apollo Theatre

Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical
Victoria Hamilton-Barritt for Paddington The Musical at Savoy Theatre

Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical
Tom Edden for Paddington The Musical at Savoy Theatre

Best Director
Luke Sheppard for Paddington The Musical at Savoy Theatre

Best Costume Design
Gabriella Slade (Costume Design) & Tahra Zafar (Paddington Design) for Paddington The Musical at Savoy Theatre

Best Sound Design
Giles Thomas for Kenrex at The Other Palace

Best New Entertainment or Comedy Play
Oh, Mary! by Cole Escola at Trafalgar Theatre

Best Family Show
The Boy At The Back Of The Class, adapted by Nick Ahad at Rose Theatre

Best Theatre Choreographer
Fabian Aloise for Evita at The London Palladium

Best Set Design
Tom Pye (Set Design) & Ash J Woodward (Video Design) for Paddington The Musical at Savoy Theatre

Best Lighting Design
Aideen Malone (Lighting Design) & Roland Horvath (Video Design) for Into The Woods at Bridge Theatre

Best New Production in Affiliate Theatre
The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams at The Yard Theatre

Best New Opera Production
Dead Man Walking by English National Opera at London Coliseum __

Best New Dance Production
Into The Hairy by Sharon Eyal for S-E-D at Sadler's Wells

Outstanding Musical Contribution
Chris Fenwick (Musical Supervision & Arrangements) & Sean Hayes (Live Piano Performance of Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue) for Good Night, Oscar at Barbican Theatre

86th Annual Peabody Award Nominations: Arts, Children’s/Youth, Entertainment, and Interactive & Immersive Categories

ARTS
“Fela Kuti: Fear No Man”

“Fela Kuti: Fear No Man” is a podcast series hosted by Jad Abumrad that explores the life and impact of Fela Kuti through innovative sound design and more than 200 interviews, highlighting the musician’s role in shaping post-colonial Nigeria and the African independence movement. The series intricately weaves personal stories with broader cultural and political narratives, demonstrating the power of art and activism, and has already garnered significant acclaim, making its way into educational curricula.

Audible, Higher Ground, Western Sound and Talkhouse

“Sly Lives! (a.k.a. The Burden of Black Genius)” (Hulu, Onyx Collective)

This documentary explores the life and legacy of Sly Stone and his groundbreaking band, Sly & the Family Stone, while delving into the broader themes of the pressures and complexities faced by Black artists navigating success. Through interviews with other influential artists, the film highlights the emotional and societal burdens that accompany their achievements, emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding in celebrating their contributions to music and culture.

MRC, Network Entertainment Inc., Two One Five Entertainment Inc., RadicalMedia, Stardust Films LLC, ID8 Multimedia, Inc., and Sony Music Entertainment

ENTERTAINMENT
“Adolescence” (Netflix)

Netflix’s limited series “Adolescence” presents a narrative through four single-take episodes that follow 13-year-old Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper), who is arrested for the murder of his female classmate, revealing the complexities of his crime and its impact on those around him. Praised for its unique storytelling and emotional depth, the series tackles pressing issues such as the “manosphere” and social media influence on the young, prompting widespread discussions about digital safety and the experiences of today’s youth.

Warp Films, Matriarch Productions and Plan B for Netflix

“Andor” (Disney+)

Lucasfilm’s political thriller series serves as a prequel to the Star Wars film “Rogue One,” chronicling the transformation of Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) from a cynical bystander to a pivotal rebel hero against the totalitarian Empire, while exploring the personal sacrifices and choices that fuel a revolution. The series emphasizes hope and the power of collective action, providing a nuanced look at both the rebels and the individuals within the Empire, ultimately highlighting the enduring relevance of its themes of oppression and resistance in today’s world.

Lucasfilm Ltd.

“Common Side Effects” (Adult Swim)

“Common Side Effects” follows Marshall Cuso (voiced by Dave King), a mushroom expert in Peru who discovers a potentially revolutionary fungus called “the Blue Angel” that could heal various ailments, only to find himself pursued by the DEA and pharmaceutical companies. The series, depicted through hand-drawn animation, explores themes of wellness, corporate greed, and personal struggles, emphasizing the potential for collective healing and change in a chaotic world.

Green Street Pictures, Bandera Entertainment, and Williams Street

“Death by Lightning” (Netflix)

President James Garfield (Michael Shannon) emerges as a significant historical figure whose life story embodies the American Dream in this scripted series, which highlights his rise from poverty to the presidency and his tragic assassination just 119 days into his term. The narrative contrasts Garfield with his assassin, Charles Guiteau (Matthew Macfadyen), exploring themes of political violence, mental illness, and societal rejection, ultimately emphasizing Garfield’s legacy in civil service reform and the ongoing relevance of his story in today’s political climate.

A Netflix Series / Bighead Littlehead

“Dying for Sex” (FX / Hulu)

This series, based on a true story, explores the life of Molly Kochan (Michelle Williams), a woman living with terminal cancer who navigates her illness and childhood trauma, blending comedy and profound honesty in a way that challenges traditional narratives around death and sexuality. The creators aimed to portray authentically the complexities of living with cancer by consulting experts and individuals with similar experiences, ultimately depicting a life filled with both struggle and healing, while emphasizing the importance of embracing life’s realities rather than conforming to societal expectations.

20th Television

“FOREVER” (Netflix)

Netflix’s “FOREVER,” adapted from Judy Blume’s novel, reimagines first love through the lens of Justin (Michael Cooper Jr.) and Keisha (Lovie Simone)—two Black high school athletes in 2018 Los Angeles, exploring the pressures of ambition and mental health. The series poignantly addresses the complexities of teenage struggles, particularly through Justin’s undiagnosed ADHD and Keisha’s experience of trauma, emphasizing the importance of unconditional support and the intersection of mental health with race and class in today’s world.

A Netflix Series

“Heated Rivalry” (HBO Max)

“Heated Rivalry” follows hockey stars Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams) and Ilya Rozanov (Connor Storrie) as their secret romance evolves amidst their fierce rivalry in professional hockey, exploring themes of ambition, love, and self-discovery over eight years. As they chase glory on the ice, they grapple with their undeniable feelings for each other, questioning whether they can balance their competitive careers with a powerful, yet vulnerable, love.

Accent Aigu Entertainment in association with Bell Media’s Crave

“Invisible Boys” (Stan)

A group of gay teens navigate life in the conservative town of Geraldton, Western Australia, facing the challenges of identity, acceptance, and resilience against the backdrop of the 2017 same-sex marriage plebiscite. Through the intertwined stories of Charlie (Joseph Zada), Zeke (Aydan Calafiore), Matt (Joe Klocek), and Hammer (Zach Blampied), the series poignantly explores themes of visibility, toxic masculinity, and the search for love and belonging, ultimately portraying the emotional complexities of growing up queer in a rural environment.

Feisty Asphodel

“Jimmy Kimmel Live!” (ABC)

For more than 23 years, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” has used humor and satire to critique powerful figures and reflect American culture, embracing the responsibility of comedy to reveal truths amid political volatility. The show faced unprecedented challenges as President Trump’s second administration came to power, culminating in a brief suspension by ABC (at the behest of the FCC) that sparked a bipartisan defense of free expression on the airwaves, ultimately reinforcing the importance of satire as a vital form of democratic speech.

20th Television in association with KIMMELOT

“Mo” (Netflix)

In the show’s second season, Mo (creator-star Mo Amer) finds himself in Mexico, facing down the immigration system while refusing to compromise his beliefs, ultimately risking everything to cross the border illegally in search of home. The season combines humor with affecting storytelling to address the emotional realities of immigrant life, highlighting themes of resilience, belonging, and the often-overlooked humanity of displaced individuals.

A24 for Netflix

“Mr. Loverman” (BritBox)

“Mr. Loverman,” based on Bernardine Evaristo’s Booker-winning novel, tells the story of Barry (Lennie James), a 74-year-old married man who has concealed his sexuality, exploring the challenges of older Black gay love with authenticity. The series, celebrated for its diverse representation and emotional depth, has achieved remarkable viewership among Black Caribbean audiences and garnered critical acclaim for its fresh narrative approach and exploration of identity, fostering important conversations within the Caribbean diaspora about queer identity.

Fable Entertainment for Sony Pictures Television and BBC

“Mussolini: Son of the Century” (MUBI)

This compelling portrayal of Benito Mussolini (Luca Marinelli)—as he transforms from a socialist journalist to Italy’s ruthless dictator—explores the rise of fascism through a hypermodern lens that emphasizes political manipulation and corruption. Adapted from Antonio Scurati’s novel, the series delves into the darker aspects of Mussolini’s character, illustrating how his toxic masculinity and exploitation of fear led to his ascent, while inviting viewers to reflect on the broader implications of his story in today’s political landscape.

Sky Studios and Lorenzo Mieli for The Apartment, a Fremantle group company, in co-production with Pathé, in association with Small Forward Productions, in collaboration with Fremantle, CINECITTÀ S.p.A. and Sky

“The Pitt” (HBO Max)

“The Pitt” explores the immense challenges faced by emergency room physicians and nurses in a crumbling American healthcare system. Through gripping narratives, the series highlights issues such as mental health struggles, violence against healthcare workers, and the impact of rising healthcare costs, revealing the dedication of frontline workers as they face down a crisis exacerbated by chronic underfunding and societal neglect.

HBO Max in association with John Wells Productions, R. Scott Gemmill Productions, and Warner Bros. Television

“Pluribus” (Apple TV)

Carol Sturka (Rhea Seehorn) emerges after a global crisis as one of the few humans immune to a virus that creates a harmonious hive mind, and her story explores profound existential questions about individuality, happiness, and the nature of human connection. As Carol grapples with her personal grief and the loss of her wife, she embarks on a mission to dismantle the collective’s utopia, questioning whether true happiness can exist without the freedom to choose, and what it truly means to be human in a world stripped of conflict and suffering.

Sony Pictures Television in association with Apple

“The Rehearsal” (HBO Max)

Season 2 of “The Rehearsal” showcases Nathan Fielder’s innovative storytelling, using his “rehearsal” approach to life to make a genuine impact on the aviation community with discussions about communication, training, and mental well-being. The season’s creative approach not only garnered critical acclaim but also contributed to meaningful legislative changes, such as the Mental Health in Aviation Act, highlighting Fielder’s unique ability to blend entertainment with social relevance and public understanding.

HBO in association with Blow Out Productions

CHILDREN’S / YOUTH
“Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur” (Disney+)

Lunella Lafayette (voiced by Diamond White), a genius teen and protector of her New York City neighborhood, takes on the challenges of superhero life alongside her massive partner, Devil Dinosaur (Fred Tatasciore). This animated series combines vibrant visuals and original music to tell relatable coming-of-age stories that emphasize themes of honesty, friendship, and community empowerment, all while ensuring diverse representation through collaboration with organizations dedicated to authenticity.

Flying Bark Productions, Disney Television Animation, Disney Branded Television

“Shape Island” (Apple TV)

“Shape Island” invites viewers into the whimsical world of Circle (voiced by Gideon Adlon), Square (Harvey Guillén), and Triangle (Scott Adsit), where small adventures reveal profound truths about friendship, curiosity, and emotional intelligence. Through playful storytelling and humor, each episode addresses complex feelings and questions, encouraging both children and adults to connect, empathize, and appreciate the significance of everyday moments, reinforcing the message that everyone’s story is valuable and deserving of attention.

Bix Pix Entertainment in association with Apple

INTERACTIVE & IMMERSIVE
“Carbon Cowboys: Stories of Soil Health and Farmer Wealth”

The ‘Carbon Cowboys’ social video project immerses audiences in the story of regenerative agriculture, transforming traditional documentary viewing into an interactive experience that encourages learning and community engagement around soil health and sustainable farming practices. By blending cinematic storytelling with participatory elements on social media, the campaign has garnered more than 150 million views and fostered a grassroots movement, empowering farmers and citizens alike to explore and support climate-positive agriculture.

Earth School Educational Foundation, Inc.

“Cleared by Fire”

“Cleared by Fire” is an interactive documentary that explores the tragic 2005 Haditha massacre, where U.S. Marines killed 25 civilians, including a grandfather and a young girl, yet no one was held accountable. Using a blend of investigative reporting, 3D reconstructions, and personal narratives, the project allows viewers to engage with multiple perspectives and conflicting accounts surrounding the incident, aiming to restore individuality and humanity to the victims who are often reduced to mere statistics in discussions of war.

The New Yorker

“Consume Me”

This semi-autobiographical game by director Jenny Jiao Hsia explores her experiences with dieting and disordered eating as an Asian American teenager in the early 2010s, using gameplay mechanics to reflect the emotional and cultural pressures surrounding these issues. Players engage in a Tetris-style mini-game where they balance Jenny’s diet by managing “bites” while dealing with the consequences of hunger and calorie limits, thereby immersing themselves in her mindset and the broader societal influences on body image and self-worth.

Hexecutable LLC

“Education in Ruins: Gaza’s Children on Losing Their Right to Learn”

This compelling interactive journalism piece highlights the devastating impact of conflict on education in Gaza, showcasing how war has eroded the learning environment for students. Through multimedia elements such as interactive maps, video interviews, and personal narratives, the piece provides an immersive experience that humanizes the crisis, emphasizing the voices of students and educators while offering a nuanced understanding of the urgent educational challenges they face.

CNN Worldwide

“ICE Sweeps Georgia”

This social video series by “The Atlanta Journal-Constitution” captures the realities of immigration enforcement in Georgia, a state experiencing significant ICE activity. By employing vertical video and real-time reporting, the series presents deeply reported, character-driven stories that humanize the impact of immigration policies, and has reached nearly 2.8 million views on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

“Investigating War Crimes in Gaza”

Al Jazeera’s investigation uncovers war crimes in the Gaza Strip using photos and videos posted by Israeli soldiers on social media, revealing illegal activities such as destruction, looting, and murder. By compiling a vast database of this material and sharing it through impactful social videos, the project has reached millions, providing vital eyewitness testimonies and interactive resources to document the atrocities faced by the people of Gaza.

Al Jazeera English

“One family. One attack. 132 names. A Gaza investigation.”

More than 132 members of the same extended family were killed in a devastating Israeli airstrike on a Gaza apartment building, as revealed by this NPR investigation. The piece highlights the challenges of documenting casualties amid ongoing conflict and restricted access for journalists.

NPR

“South of Midnight”

“South of Midnight” is a unique video game that immerses players in the rich, culturally grounded landscapes of the American South, blending magic and realism as they follow Hazel, a heroine on a quest to find the mother she lost to a hurricane. Drawing from Southern Gothic traditions, the game explores themes of history, identity, and resilience, featuring mythical creatures inspired by local folklore, while its dynamic music and audio design enhance the emotional depth of the story, creating an experience that feels both intimate and vividly alive.

Compulsion Games