AMDA Alumni Earn 2026 Drama Desk Award Nominations

Nominations for the 2026 Drama Desk Awards have been announced, with several AMDA graduates recognized for their outstanding work this season in Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Winners will be revealed at the 70th Drama Desk Awards ceremony, returning to the historic Town Hall in New York City on Sunday, May 17, 2026.

Outstanding Musical

Beau the Musical - Featuring Tyler Donovan McCall ’19 (Ace Baker Alternate / Standby)

WINNER - Schmigadoon! - Featuring Maria Briggs ’11 (Swing)

The Seat of Our Pants - Featuring Geena Quintos ’12 (Ensemble / Mammoth / Miss T. Muse / Pelican / Animal)

Outstanding Revival of a Musical

Chess - Featuring Sarah Michele Lindsey '13 (Ensemble and Assistant Dance Captain)

WINNER - Ragtime - Featuring Caissie Levy ’02 (Mother)

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee - Featuring Brandon L. Armstrong '12 (Understudy)

The Baker’s Wife - Featuring Samantha Gershman ’10 (Inez)

The Rocky Horror Show - Featuring Andres Quintero ’08 (Swing) and Boy Radio ’07 (Phantom / Ensemble)

Outstanding Revival of a Play

Becky Shaw - Featuring Madeline Brewer ’12 (Becky Shaw)

Ceremonies In Dark Old Men - Featuring Calvin M. Thompson ‘07 (Blue)

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical

WINNER - Caissie Levy '02, Ragtime (Mother)

Special Award

WINNER - Masquerade - Featuring Kyle Scatliffe ’09 (Phantom)

Unique Theatrical Experience

Jamie Allan’s Amaze - Featuring Corynn Seahulster ’24 (Illusions Assistant Cover / Swing)