Northern Irish drama The Ferryman picked up the prestigious accolade for best play at the Tony Awards, while its director Sam Mendes was also honoured. The drama, which also earned three Olivier awards, beat four other nominees – including fellow British playwright James Graham’s Ink – to scoop the best play honour. Writer Jez Butterworth and the cast and crew of The Ferryman accept the award for best play at the 2019 Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall, New York, on Sunday. Demagoguery is the enemy of the people.”Elaine May (87) earned her first Tony, winning best actress in a play. Veteran stage actress Rosemary Harris and playwright Terrence McNally were presented with special Tony awards for lifetime achievement in theatre.

Source: The Irish Times June 10, 2019 09:12 UTC