2nd Tony Awards

2nd Tony Awards
DateMarch 28, 1948
LocationWaldorf-Astoria Hotel
New York City, New York
Hosted byHarry Hershfield, Bert Lytell and Hiram Sherman
Television/radio coverage
NetworkWOR (radio),
Mutual Network (radio)
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The 2nd Tony Awards were held on March 28, 1948, at the Waldorf-Astoria Grand Ballroom in New York City, and broadcast on radio station WOR and the Mutual Network. The Masters of Ceremonies were Harry Hershfield, Bert Lytell, and Hiram Sherman. The Antoinette Perry Awards for Excellence in Theatre, or more commonly, the Tony Awards, recognize achievement in live Broadway productions and performances, plus several non-competitive Special Awards (such as the Regional Theatre Award). They are presented by the American Theatre Wing and the League of American Theatres and Producers at an annual ceremony in New York City.