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Neil Patrick Harris is set to make his return to Broadway as a transgender singer in the revival of the musical Hedwig and the Angry Itch!

The 40-year-old actor will play the title character in the musical about a fictional rock and roll band, fronted by Hedwig. The show is set to premiere in spring 2014.

“I am simultaneously ecstatic and terrified to be stepping into Hedwig’s heels,” Neil said in a statement. “It is truly a once-in-a-lifetime role and I can’t wait to begin the journey.”

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The 2013 Tony Awards, hosted for the fourth time by Neil Patrick Harris, received the largest audience for the awards show since 2009!

The show was viewed by over 7.24 million people, which is up more than 20% from last year’s audience of 6 million.

Neil is facing some criticism today from people who think he said the N-word during his opening number bit with Mike Tyson. Watch the clip and decide for yourself what he said.

Also, make sure to watch Neil‘s closing number featuring Audra McDonald below!

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Andrew Rannells poses for a photo with Laura Benanti and Megan Hilty backstage after performing at the 2013 Tony Awards held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday (June 9) in New York City.

The actors joined Neil Patrick Harris on stage to sing about their canceled television shows.

Andrew starred on The New Normal, Laura on Go On, and Megan on Smash – coincidentally all NBC shows!

“I’m at #tonyawards rehearsal and couldn’t be more excited!!!!!! I love Broadway!!!” Andrew tweeted earlier in the day.

FYI: Andrew is wearing Calvin Klein Collection.

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Neil Patrick Harris is joined on stage by Mike Tyson during the opening number at the 2013 Tony Awards held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday (June 9) in New York City.

The 39-year-old actor opened the show with a number “bigger” than previous years and he was joined by the casts of many of the shows on Broadway right now – including the nominated Matilda, Cinderella, Bring it On, A Christmas Story, Pippin, and more!

In case you missed it, check out photos of Neil on the red carpet earlier in the evening with his fiance David Burtka.

FYI: Neil is wearing Calvin Klein Collection.

Neil Patrick Harris hits the red carpet with his partner David Burtka at the 2013 Tony Awards held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday (June 9) in New York City.

The 39-year-old actor is hosting the show this evening for the fourth time!

“Please watch @TheTonyAwards tomorrow. Everyone works so hard on Broadway. I’m jumping through hoops to assure a good night. #OneDayMore,” Neil tweeted the day before.

Make sure to tune in to the show this evening at 8/7c on CBS to see some of the surprises that Neil has up his sleeve!

FYI: Neil is wearing a The Tie Bar tie and pocket square.

Neil Patrick Harris takes a break from rehearsals for the 2013 Tony Awards to make an appearance on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon on Friday (June 7) in New York City.

The 39-year-old actor recently chatted with CBS News about plans for this year’s ceremony, airing this weekend.

“It’ll be bigger than last year,” Neil said. “Without spoiling anything, we have some fun surprises throughout the show really. But beyond what I do, the show is really about getting to watch all of the shows that are currently performing on the Big White Way. And so uh [catches himself]…the Big White Way? It’s something like that. It’s big, it’s great and it’s white. So we’re excited to be watching all of Broadway this year.”

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Neil Patrick Harris signs autographs as he arrives at CBS Studios on Thursday (June 6) in New York City.

The 39-year-old actor went on the morning show to discuss the 2013 Tony Awards, which air this Sunday on CBS.

“Yesterday was a pretty physical day,” NPH said, saying the opening number “involves a lot of rehearsing with a lot of people…which causes physical duress,” and it is “pretty epic.”

Neil also talked about turning 40 on June 15. Happy early birthday!

Check out the entire interview below!

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