Best Actress in a Musical

The Best Actress in a Musical is an award given to the leading female performer in a stage musical. It recognizes her exceptional acting skills, vocal performance, and stage presence, highlighting her ability to convincingly embody her character and engage the audience. This accolade is typically awarded at major theater awards ceremonies, such as the Tony Awards in the United States or the Olivier Awards in the UK. It celebrates the actress's talent, versatility, and contribution to the success of the production, honoring her as the top leading female performer in a musical for that season.