Lorne Michaels Accepts Best Musical Tony Award for Schmigadoon
Broadway’s big night ended with a familiar face taking home the final award at the 2026 Tony Awards. Lorne Michaels, best known for creating Saturday Night Live, graciously accepted the award for Best Musical on behalf of the cast and crew of Schmigadoon!
In a light-hearted acceptance speech, Michaels emphasized the importance of singing, dancing, humor, and happy endings in entertainment. This win marked Michaels’ second Tony Award, adding to his already impressive collection of accolades, including numerous Emmys and Peabody Awards.
Schmigadoon! started as a musical comedy series on Apple TV+ before transitioning to the stage. The show, created by Cinco Paul and Ken Daurio, affectionately pokes fun at classic musicals from the Golden Age of Hollywood. Its success led to a Broadway production that opened at the Nederlander Theatre in April 2026.
One of the noteworthy connections between Schmigadoon! and Saturday Night Live is the presence of Ana Gasteyer in the cast. This production continues Michaels’ long-standing involvement in Broadway, adding another hit to his list of successful stage productions.
Overall, Schmigadoon! winning Best Musical represents a delightful crossover moment between television and theater, showcasing the magic that happens when live comedy and music come together on Broadway. For more information, you can watch Michaels’ full acceptance speech at the top of this post.
