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Host Ariana DeBose Explains Why Tony Awards 2023 Is Happening Without a Script

Host Ariana DeBose Explains Why Tony Awards 2023 Is Happening Without a Script

The Tony Awards show this year is happening without a script and Ariana DeBose explained why during her opening monologue!

The 32-year-old Oscar-winning actress addressed the writers strike during the unscripted monologue at the 2023 Tony Awards on Sunday night (June 11) at the United Palace Theatre in New York City’s Washington Heights.

“I’m unscripted — as will every presenter who comes onstage tonight. We’re just making it up as we go along,” Ariana said.

Ariana also hosted last year’s show and added, “To anyone who thought last year might’ve been a bit unhinged, to them I say: Darlings, buckle up.”

Head inside to check out a video of the moment…

Watch the video below!

Make sure to check out the full list of performers and presenters who will appear during the show and also take a look at the nominees, full of Broadway’s best!

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