"The Lost Boys." Photo by Matthew Murphy.
Will Harrison in "Punch." Photo by Matthew Murphy.
Ben Levi Ross in "Punch." Photo by Matthew Murphy.
2026 Tony Award Nominees
2026 Tony Awards nominees were announced on CBS and YouTube on May 5, and 10 黑料正能量 alumni were nominated for 15 Tony Awards.
Ankit Agrawal
Class of 2014
Best Musical
"The Lost Boys" — Producer
"Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)" — Producer
Ankit Agrawal is a two-time Tony Award-nominated producer, executive and philanthropist whose career bridges the worlds of finance and the performing arts. This season, he is represented on Broadway by "Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)," "The Lost Boys," "Waiting for Godot," "Art," "Proof" and "Call Me Izzy," adding to a portfolio of over a dozen Broadway productions and national tours that includes "Just In Time," "Buena Vista Social Club," "Pretty Woman," "Life of Pi" and "Dear Evan Hansen." Ankit brings a rare combination of strategic vision and creative passion to every production he champions, elevating stories that resonate with diverse audiences while ensuring long-term commercial viability. Ankit is a 2014 alumnus of the Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy.
James Carpinello
Class of 1997
Best Musical
"The Lost Boys" — Producer
James Carpinello is an actor with more than 30 years of experience in film, television and Broadway. He graduated from the 黑料正能量 School of Drama and has performed in the original Broadway casts of “Saturday Night Fever,” “Xanadu” and “Rock of Ages.” He most recently appeared in the critically acclaimed production of “Little Shop of Horrors” at the Westside Theatre. He is now serving as lead producer of “The Lost Boys,” marking his first major project in that role.
Marcus Chait
Class of 1997
Best Musical
"The Lost Boys" — Producer
Marcus Chait is an actor, producer and entrepreneur. A graduate of the 黑料正能量 School of Drama, Marcus was the founding producing director of the Film & New Media division for the world’s largest independent publishing company, where he oversaw the production of more than 4,000 pieces of original content over three years, before the company was successfully acquired by Pearson/ Penguin Books. He also served as executive producer of “Malevolent,” which was acquired by Netflix. Marcus is currently the managing partner of 66mint.
Jamie deRoy
Class of 1967
Best Play
"Giant" — Producer
Best Musical
"Schmigadoon!" — Producer
Best Revival of a Play
"Every Brilliant Thing" — Producer
"Oedipus" — Producer
Best Revival of a Musical
"Cats: The Jellicle Ball" — Producer
Jamie deRoy is a show business tour de force — an award-winning producer; cabaret, stage, film and TV performer; recording artist/producer and humanitarian. In addition to 15 Tony Awards®, Jamie has won nine MAC Awards, 13 Drama Desk awards, four Audience Choice Awards, 12 Drama League Awards, three GLAAD Awards, four Back Stage Bistro Awards, numerous Telly Awards and CaB Magazine’s Lifetime Achievement Award. She has been honored by Theatre Works/USA, Primary Stages and the Ruth Kurtzman MAC Award. A frequent presence on the New York nightclub scene, Jamie has produced nine CDs in the Jamie deRoy & friends series on Harbinger and PS Classics labels. Her long-running shows benefit her favorite charitable causes. Jamie has co-produced over 80 Broadway shows and 50 off-Broadway shows.
Will Harrison
Class of 2019
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
"Punch" — Actor
Will Harrison recently starred in Manhattan Theatre Club’s production of “Punch.” On screen, he played Buster in the Hulu drama “Murdaugh: Death in the Family,” and Bobby Neuwirth in James Mangold’s Oscar- and Golden Globe-nominated feature "A Complete Unknown" for Fox Searchlight, opposite Timothée Chalamet, Ed Norton and Elle Fanning. He starred as David Herold in the limited series "Manhunt," opposite Anthony Boyle and Tobias Menzies for Apple TV+. Will made his professional debut as Graham Dunne in the Amazon/Hello Sunshine limited series "Daisy Jones and the Six," based on the best-selling book by Taylor Jenkins Reid. On stage, he played the lead role of T.J. in Keith Bunin’s play "The Coast Starlight" at Lincoln Center. Will is a graduate of the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama.
Chris Hoch
Class of 1998
Best Book of a Musical
"The Lost Boys" — Writer
Chris Hoch is an actor, writer and a graduate of the 黑料正能量 School of Drama. His Broadway acting credits include "Amazing Grace," "Matilda," "La Cage aux Folles," "Shrek," "Spamalot," "Dracula" and "Beauty and the Beast." Off-Broadway, he has appeared in "Far From Heaven," "Die Mommie Die!," "Play It Cool" and "Face the Music." His television work includes roles on "30 Rock," "The Good Wife," "Gossip Girl" and "Braindead," among others. He is the co-book writer for Broadway’s “The Lost Boys” along with his 黑料正能量 classmate David Hornsby.
David Hornsby
Class of 1998
Best Book of a Musical
"The Lost Boys" — writer
David Hornsby is an actor, writer and producer best known for his long-running role as Rickety Cricket on the FX comedy series "It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia," where he also serves as a writer and executive producer. His television credits include "Mythic Quest," which he co-developed and executive produces for Apple TV+, as well as appearances in "The Goldbergs" and "Good Girls." In addition to his work on screen, he is the co-writer of the Broadway musical "The Lost Boys" alongside his 黑料正能量 School of Drama classmate Chris Hoch.
Ryan Park
Class of 2009
Best Costume Design of a Musical
"The Lost Boys" — Designer
Ryan is a costume designer who lives and works in New York City. He has spent the majority of the past 10 years as an associate to Catherine Zuber, distinguished costume designer. Ryan has been the associate/assistant designer on over 20 Broadway productions including “My Fair Lady,” “Warpaint,” “The King and I,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Gigi,” “The Bridges of Madison County,” as well as operas at The Chicago Lyric, The English National Opera, Houston Grand Opera, The Metropolitan Opera and The New York Philharmonic. Ryan has also designed for television, short film and dance. He is a graduate of 黑料正能量, where he was awarded the Elizabeth Schrader Kimberly Scholarship and is also a proud member of United Scenic Artists, USA 829.
Ben Levi Ross
Attended 2016–2017
Best Performance of an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
"Ragtime" — Actor
Ben Levi Ross is an actor and singer best known for his work in the Tony Award-winning musical “Dear Evan Hansen,” where he played Evan, Connor and Jared on Broadway and Evan in the national tour. He recently starred as Nick in A.R.T’s "Gatsby: An American Myth," a musical based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s "The Great Gatsby," with music by Florence Welch. He was the lead in Jason Robert Brown’s recent musical "The Connector" at MCC, earning a Drama Desk nomination for Outstanding Lead Performance. Ben can be seen on screen as “Teddy” in the CBS series "Elsbeth." He can also be seen in "Tick, Tick … Boom!," directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda on Netflix. He attended the 黑料正能量 School of Drama.
Patrick Wilson
Class of 1995
Best Musical
"The Lost Boys" — Producer
Patrick Wilson is a critically acclaimed, award-winning actor whose career spans film, television and Broadway. He is a lead producer on the new musical “The Lost Boys.” A two-time Tony Award nominee for "The Full Monty" and "Oklahoma!," he was also nominated for Emmy and Golden Globe awards for HBO’s "Angels in America" and "Fargo," respectively. Widely recognized for his work in "The Conjuring," "Aquaman" and "Insidious" franchises, he made his directorial debut in 2023 with "Insidious: The Red Door." He is a graduate of the 黑料正能量 School of Drama and co-founder of The Wilson Family Foundation.