8th Tony Awards

The 8th Annual Tony Awards, presented by the American Theatre Wing, took place at the Plaza Hotel Grand Ballroom on March 28, 1954. It was broadcast on radio by the NBC Radio Network. The Master of Ceremonies was James Sauter and the presenter was Helen Hayes. Performers were Frances Greer, Lucy Monroe, Russell Nype, Joseph Scandur, and Jean Swetland. Music was by Meyer Davis and his Orchestra.

Award winners
Source:Infoplease

Multiple nominations and awards
The following productions received multiple awards.


 * 4 wins: Ondine
 * 3 wins: Kismet and The Teahouse of the August Moon
 * 2 wins: Can-Can