Broadway Calls for LuPone's Tony Awards Disinvitation; Oscars to Add Casting Category in 2026
Key Takeaways
- Broadway community urges Tony Awards to disinvite Patti LuPone after controversial remarks.
- Oscars to add casting category in 2026, and a stunt category in 2028.
- Sony/Prime Video are actively promoting "The Boys" for Emmy consideration.
- Benito Skinner’s "Overcompensating" eyes Emmy consideration for multiple awards.
- Movie theaters are advocating for Oscars voting rights to increase representation.
Top Stories
Broadway community urges Tony Awards to disinvite Patti LuPone
On May 30, 2025, over 500 Broadway performers signed an open letter urging the Tony Awards and the Broadway League to disinvite Patti LuPone from the 2025 Tony Awards and other industry events. This followed controversial remarks she made, which the letter described as "bullying" and "harassment".
Oscars to add casting category in 2026, stunt in 2028
In 2026, a new Oscar category for casting will debut, followed by a stunt category in 2028, after years of advocacy and internal deliberations within the Academy. The Academy's expanded theatrical release rule for best picture eligibility requires films to complete a one-week qualifying run in one of six U.S. markets and meet new standards for broader theatrical distribution.
Sony/Prime Video promote 'The Boys' for Emmy consideration
On May 30, 2025, Sony Pictures TV and Prime Video are actively promoting "The Boys" for Emmy consideration, emphasizing the show's topicality.
Benito Skinner's 'Overcompensating' eyes Emmy consideration
On May 30, 2025, Clayton Davis advocated for Benito Skinner’s "Overcompensating" to receive Emmy consideration. Skinner is contending for lead comedy actor, outstanding comedy series, and writing for episode five, "Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites," while Wally Baram will contend for lead comedy.
Movie theaters seek Oscars voting rights
On May 30, 2025, movie theater owners are advocating for greater representation in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. They are seeking the right to vote for the Oscars, arguing their perspective is currently underrepresented.
Nominee Highlights
Lena Waithe and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins discuss 'Purpose'
On May 30, 2025, Lena Waithe and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins discussed Jacobs-Jenkins’ Pulitzer Prize-winning play, “Purpose.” The play is nominated for six Tony Awards including best play.