‘Hamilton’ sets a new record with 16 Tony Award nominations

By Mark Kennedy, AP Drama Writer NEW YORK – The megahit musical “Hamilton” has grabbed a record-breaking 16 Tony Award nominations, the biggest haul in Broadway history and another step in the show’s march into theatrical history. Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hip-hop-flavored biography about the first U.S. treasury secretary on Tuesday broke the 15-nominations record held jointly by “The Producers” and “Billy Elliot.” ”Hamilton” was nominated in virtually every category it could compete in, from acting to scenic design. “I feel really grateful that they kind of spread the wealth. It’s hard to ask for more, Miranda said. “This isn’t a book award. This isn’t like I wrote some novel by myself with an editor. Theater requires collaboration and I’m lucky to be working with some of the best people in their respective fields alive right now.” Next month, “Hamilton” will fight for Broadway’s biggest crown as “best new musical”€” with “Bright Star,” ”School [...]