| 6th Tony Awards | |
|---|---|
| Date | March 30, 1952 |
| Location | Waldorf-Astoria Hotel New York City, New York |
| Hosted by | Dean Martin |
| Television/radio coverage | |
| Network | WOR, Mutual Network |
The 6th Annual Tony Awards, presented by the American Theatre Wing, took place at the Waldorf-Astoria Grand Ballroom, on March 30, 1952.[1] It was broadcast on radio station WOR and the Mutual Network. The Antoinette Perry Awards for Excellence in Theatre, more commonly known as the Tony Awards, recognize achievement in Broadway theatre.
The presenter was Helen Hayes.
Performers were Odette Myrtil with her son[2] Roger Adams; and Victor Borge.
Music was by Meyer Davis and his Orchestra.
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| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| Outstanding Play | The Fourposter, by Jan de Hartog (playwright), The Playwrights Company (producer) |
| Outstanding Musical | The King and I, Oscar Hammerstein II (book and lyrics), Richard Rodgers (music), Oscar Hammerstein II and Richard Rodgers (producers) |
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| Outstanding Director | José Ferrer for The Shrike, The Fourposter |
| Scenic Designer | Jo Mielziner for The King and I |
| Costume Designer | Irene Sharaff for The King and I |
| Outstanding Choreographer | Robert Alton for Pal Joey |
| Conductor and Musical Director | Max Meth for Pal Joey |
| Stage Technician | Peter Feller (master carpenter) for Call Me Madam |
The following productions received multiple awards.