Well, of course we knew Andy Blankenbuehler was going to get a nomination for choreography for “In the Heights.” His merengue, salsa and hip-hop infused dance defines the character of the Washington Heights corner where the action is set at the top of Manhattan, in the shadow of the George Washington Bridge and he scooped up many choreo awards for the Off-Broadway run last year.

 

Andy B.’s competition is “Cry-Baby,” the revival of “South Pacific” and “Xanadu.” I am superstitious, I say nothing, but I am hopeful.

 

In other 6 Degrees of Cincinnati Tony noms, CCM grad Faith Prince is nominated for leading actress in a musical for “A Catered Affair,” but “Affair” director John Doyle (nominated for the last two years, most ercently for “Company”) had his streak broken. “Company” star Raul Esparza picked up another Ton nom this season, as featured actor for “The Homecoming.”