In celebration of this season's best and brightest Broadway productions, Macy's and the Tony Awards hosted a "Sing For Your Tony Tickets" talent competition at locations nationwide, followed by finals at the World's Largest Store, Macy's Herald Square. Aspiring Broadway stars got a shot to earn their way to this year's hottest ticket in town the 2008 Tony Awards!On Friday, June 13 at 5PM, Broadway devotees were invited razzle-dazzle their favorite tune for celebrity judges including Tony Award® nominee Kerry Butler and screen veteran Tony Roberts, now appearing in Xanadu; surprise guest hosts from The 39 Steps; plus the one and only "Tony Campaign Manager" Cubby Bernstein. Entrants were given the option to perform from a list of pre-selected songs.
Photos by Peter James Zielinski

Arnie Burton and Cliff Saunders

Cubby Bernstein and Kerry Butler

Arnie Burton, Cubby Bernstein,Kerry Butler, Tony Roberts, and Cliff Saunders

The Judges: Kerry Butler, Cubby Bernstein, and Tony Roberts

Kerry Butler, Cubby Bernstein, and Tony Roberts

The judges watch as the contestants sing their hearts out

Cliff Saunders and Arnie Burton

'Sing for your Tickets' Talent Competition at Herald Square
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