Broadway needs something to bring it back to life — but Pink hosting the Tonys won’t do it
Broadway is struggling with high costs, lack of innovation, and urban challenges, and the author doubts that Pink hosting the Tony Awards will revive its fortunes. The article laments the decline of the theater district amid rising ticket prices, repeated revivals, and logistical difficulties for audiences. While Broadway remains a cultural cornerstone of New York, the current state of the industry raises concerns about its sustainability and appeal.
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Cindy Adams Opinion Broadway needs something to bring it back to life — but Pink hosting the Tonys won’t do it By Cindy Adams Published April 29, 2026, 7:32 p.m. ET Pink is hosting the Tony Awards in June. AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File Broadway ready to act out Be still my heart. Exhale. Breathe in, breathe out. The Tony Awards are soon upon us. Tis a time to curl up on the couch, hug your dog or whatever’s available, watch CBS from 8 to 11 p.m. on Sunday, June 7, listen to Pink, who’s this year’s emcee, plunge into stale potato chips and know it’ll be as exciting a night as celebrating your 35th wedding anniversary. Understand, there can never be New York City without Broadway. No, not, can’t happen. Odds are Fauci will grow to 6-foot-10 before that happens.
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