While producers say they don't pressure Tony voters, they certainly call their friends.

Still, her rejection by the 720 Tony voters was something of a shock.

The Tony voters clearly went with the second school of thought.

The problem here is, how many Tony voters actually saw her?

There are about 670 Tony voters, and the rules require that they all be invited.

Yet her name will remain on the ballot for the 720 Tony voters to make their own decisions.

To be eligible, a show has to invite all 670 Tony voters.

Not inviting Tony voters "is like saying you don't have the money for advertising," he said.

You want to know my theory of Tony voters?

The 705 Tony voters get two free tickets to each nominated show.