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NEW YORK — “Billy Elliot” dominated Sunday night’s Tonys, collecting best musical and nine other awards, including direction of a musical for Stephen Daldry, book of a musical and choreography. But the show and its composer, Elton John, were upset for best score.
That award was taken by “Next to Normal” — which seemed to stun “Normal” composer Tom Kitt and lyricist Brian Yorkey.
“Billy” also received design prizes for sets, lighting and sound and tied with “Next to Normal” for best orchestrations.
Angela Lansbury received her fifth Tony, this time for her performance as the dotty medium Madame Arcati in a revival of Noel Coward’s “Blithe Spirit.” The Associated Press
