2026 Grammy Award nominations announced

The Recording Academy has revealed the nominees for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, celebrating excellence in recorded music released between August and July. The awards ceremony will be held on February 1 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and will air on CBS, with simultaneous streaming available on Paramount+.

Broadway Representation at the Grammys

This year’s nominations highlight notable participation from the Broadway community. In the category of Best Musical Theater Album, five productions have earned recognition:

“Buena Vista Social Club”
“Death Becomes Her”
“Gypsy”
“Just in Time”
“Maybe Happy Ending”

The category honors outstanding work in both the production and performance aspects of musical theater recordings. More than 40 albums were submitted for consideration, signaling a vibrant and competitive field.

Spotlight on ‘Buena Vista Social Club’

For the original Broadway cast recording of “Buena Vista Social Club,” three individuals have received nominations: Marco Paguia, Dean Sharenow, and David Yazbek. They are credited as producers for the recording.

“Paguia also serves as orchestrator, arranger and music director for the Broadway show, roles that previously earned him both a 2025 Tony Award for Best Orchestrations and a Special Tony as part of the production’s onstage band.”

David Yazbek contributes as a creative consultant, while Dean Sharenow fulfills the position of musical supervisor, ensuring that the production’s sound meets the high standards expected of Broadway’s best.

Grammy Ceremony Overview

The 2026 Grammys will continue to honor exceptional talent across genres, reaffirming the event’s reputation as the pinnacle of recognition in the music industry.

Author’s Summary

The 2026 Grammy nominations highlight Broadway’s growing presence in the music industry, with “Buena Vista Social Club” leading the way among five Best Musical Theater Album contenders.

Broadway News — 2025-11-07