Bloomingdale's to Present Tony Awards Costume Exhibit Thru 6/18

In celebration of the Tony Season, the American Theatre Wing's Tony Awards® is partnering with Bloomingdale's to present a Tony Award Costume Exhibit at Bloomingdale's in New York City.

The Costume Exhibit, which includes costumes from Tony Award-winning shows through the years, will be on display on the 4th floor of Bloomingdale's flagship 59th Street location, runs through Monday, June 18th. Bloomingdale's has also dedicate their Third Avenue store window, which is illuminated at night, to help celebrate theTony Awards.

The Tony Award Costume Exhibit showcases costumes from Tony Award-winning plays and musicals including The Phantom of the Opera, Elton John & Tim Rice's Aida, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, The Drowsy Chaperone, The Coast of Utopia, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, The Producers, Crazy for You and Sister Act. The collection also includes authentic Tony memorabilia, including Tony Tickets, playbills, an actual Tony Award, and more.

"The Tony Award Fashion Exhibit is a true reflection of the artistry which takes center stage each and every night on Broadway," said Heather Hitchens, Executive Director of the American Theatre Wing. "Bloomingdale's has created an exquisite exhibit which highlights the fine details and master craftsmanship of the finest costume designers," added Charlotte St. Martin, Executive Director of The Broadway League.

Presented by the Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing, the Antoinette Perry "Tony" Awards honors theatre professionals for distinguished achievement on Broadway. This year marks the 66th anniversary of the Tony Awards, which were first held on April 6, 1947 at the Waldorf Astoria's Grand Ballroom.

The 2012 Tony Awards, hosted by Neil Patrick Harris, will be broadcast live from the Beacon Theatre in New York City on Sunday, June 10th on CBS.