The morning the Tony nominations are announced, phones start ringing off the hook for the happy few who get nods. As usual, Broadway.com is among the callers offering congratulations and getting responses. Here are the first reactions from 2011 Tony nominees. Congrats to all!
Donna Murphy
Nominated for Best Actress in a Musical, The People in the Picture
“I have to admit, I was sleeping when the announcement was made. I’m one of those lazy bums that grabs sleep when I can, especially when I’m doing a musical. I had some really beautiful messages, emails and calls from friends and colleagues, so it was pretty terrific. I’ve learned not to expect anything in these situations, especially when people like to talk about it so much beforehand. My job is to do the work, and I feel honored and happy that I’ll get to be there to represent my show. It’s hard to talk about because I have found that it can make me a little self-conscious, the whole awards time. I’ve been so very lucky. This is the fifth time I’ve been nominated, and it always takes me back the first time ...
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
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