Ariana DeBose Pays Tribute to the Best Musicals of All Time in Tonys 2022 Opening Number - Watch Video!

Ariana DeBose performed a medley of songs from the best musicals of all time for her opening number at the 2022 Tony Awards!

The 31-year-old Oscar-winning actress is hosting the annual show on Sunday (June 12) at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

After performing the opening number, Ariana paid tribute to the previous season of Broadway shows and how inclusive they were.

“Let’s just say, for many of you it’s been a rollercoaster,” Ariana told the crowd. “I am so proud that the theater is becoming more reflective of the community who adores it, and in doing so, has gained new performers, new creatives, new fans. It has shown us stories that have broadened our world and opened our hearts and our minds. And while we have not solved all of our problems, I feel like the phrase ‘Great White Way’ is becoming more of a nickname as opposed to a how-to guide.”

Click inside to watch the opening number…

Make sure to see Ariana on the red carpet earlier in the night!

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