The Antoinette Perry Award for Excellence in Broadway Theatre, more commonly known as the Tony Award, recognizes excellence in live Broadway theatre. The awards are presented by the American Theatre Wing and The Broadway League at an annual ceremony in Manhattan. The ceremony is usually held on the second Sunday of June.
The Tony Award medallion designed by Herman Rosse in 1949
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The American Theatre Wing is a New York City–based non-profit organization "dedicated to supporting excellence and education in theatre", according to its mission statement. Originally known as the Stage Women's War Relief during World War I, it later became a part of the World War II Allied Relief Fund under its current name. The ATW created and sponsors the Tony Awards in theatrical arts.
American Theatre Wing lapel pin
Founding members of Stage Women's War Relief (from left): Mary Kirkpatrick, Dorothy Donnelly, Jessie Bonstelle, Rachel Crothers, Elizabeth Tyree, May Budeley, Eleanor Gates
James Montgomery Flagg poster for Stage Women's War Relief (1918)
Servicemen enjoying a performance at the New York City Stage Door Canteen in 1942.