"Take Me Out" explores homophobia in professional athletics
It's an explosive, witty play about MLB and being gay, starring Jesse Williams, of "Grey's Anatomy" fame.
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It's an explosive, witty play about MLB and being gay, starring Jesse Williams, of "Grey's Anatomy" fame.
For "Broadway and Beyond," CBS2's Dave Carlin was on the red carpet for opening night of "Take Me Out," an explosive and witty play about Major League Baseball and being gay. The revival stars actors famous for big television roles.
Performers and hundreds of spectators joined in harmony Sunday and belted out the anthem from "Les Misérables."
CBS2's Natalie Duddridge has the story.
Despite some bumps in the road to leading man status, actor Conrad Ricamora said he got there by being authentic. CBS2's Dave Carlin reports.
The Broadway community will come together Sunday to sing in a show of support for the people of Ukraine.
The Broadway League announced Friday the COVID safety protocols will not change.
Mask and vaccine policies will stay in effect in all Broadway theaters through April 30.
The musical's upcoming Broadway premiere was announced Wednesday at the Korean Cultural Center New York in Midtown.
The new Broadway musical "KPOP" will shine a spotlight on the global phenomenon of Korean pop music.
Tuesday was a big night on Broadway with four shows starting preview performances.
LaTanya Richardson Jackson is set to become the first woman to direct an August Wilson play on Broadway.
Tuesday is a big night on Broadway with four shows starting preview performances, and the list includes some big names.
Samuel L. Jackson will return to the stage in New York City this fall.
The show, which was written in 1968, stars husband and wife team Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker.
CBS2's Alice Gainer has the story.
There's a streaming docuseries and new theatrical walking tour, called "Chasing Warhol," which CBS2's Dave Carlin reports incorporates immersive theater, dance, film, art and puppetry to tell the story of an icon.
An acclaimed Broadway musical is ready for a return.
Anderson is an icon many associate with 1990s style, controversy, and charisma. Now, she's back in the spotlight.
Pamela Anderson is more than a TV star. For many, she's a famous personality they associate with 1990s style, controversy and charisma. Now, she's back in the spotlight as she prepares to conquer Broadway; CBS2's Dave Carlin reports.
CBS News New York has a look at some events coming up today in our area.
Music industry writer and producer Ira Antelis decided to create a song to unite people all over the world.
Top studio singers and Broadway stars all came together to sing for Ukraine on Monday. CBS2's Leah Mishkin takes us inside the recording session at a famed recording studio in Midtown.
The musical will moonwalk its way across the country next year.
Emmy, Grammy and Tony Award-winning actor Billy Porter is stepping into the spotlight as a director. His staging of "The Life" runs through Sunday at New York City Center. Porter spoke to CBS2's Dana Tyler about why he decided to direct the award-winning musical.
N.J. authorities say certain poll sites in Bergen, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean and Passaic counties received bomb threats early Tuesday morning.
Today marks Election Day 2025 in NYC, and the mayoral race between Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa is coming down to the wire.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful people to hold the office, has died, his family says. He was 84.
Club Calvi had three choices for its next book: "This is the Next Kingdom" by Jaquira Díaz, "Bad Bad Girl" by Gish Jen, and "Workhorse" by Caroline Palmer.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Today marks Election Day 2025 in NYC, and the mayoral race between Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa is coming down to the wire.
It's Election Day 2025 in New York City today, when polls open and people will start voting for the next mayor of America's largest city.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
After a failed $13 million attempt to launch ferry service from Kaiser Park, the city is testing new waters off Steeplechase Pier.
Developers and advocates believe that within a decade the Gowanus Canal in Brooklyn will be "transformed."
Today is a First Alert Weather Day as we deal with the messy conditions, especially during the evening commute.
The system is expected to arrive sometime between Wednesday night and Thursday morning, with heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding.
The weekend is shaping up to be pretty decent, albeit on the cool side.
In the last few years, New York City has not had much snow, due to mild and dry winters.
A nor'easter that soaked the NYC area Sunday and Monday brought more than 4 inches of rainfall and winds above 60 mph.
N.J. authorities say certain poll sites in Bergen, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean and Passaic counties received bomb threats early Tuesday morning.
Nick Mangold's family, friends and former New York Jets teammates celebrated his life and legacy.
Several polls have given Sherrill, a Democrat, a narrow lead, but a recent one shows a virtual tie.
Gov. Phil Murphy sent members of the National Guard to emergency food organizations after funding for SNAP benefits lapsed.
Officials there said a staffing shortage was to blame for delays Sunday of up to three hours and a ground stoppage.
The man with severe cognitive disabilities disappeared on Halloween and was found among the NYC Marathon crowd.
Omer Neutra, a Plainview, N.Y. native, was a captain with the IDF when he was kidnapped and killed by Hamas in the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks.
There's a crackdown in Suffolk County on Long Island on unlicensed limo drivers who aren't properly insured or registered with the state, and don't have safety equipment.
The National Weather Service reported 1.85 inches in Central Park, breaking the previous daily rainfall record of 1.64 inches set in 1917.
Amanda Fraser, 23, is charged with attempted murder in connection to the elder abuse case in Massapequa.
Today marks Election Day 2025 in NYC, and the mayoral race between Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa is coming down to the wire.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful people to hold the office, has died, his family says. He was 84.
It's Election Day 2025 in New York City today, when polls open and people will start voting for the next mayor of America's largest city.
After a failed $13 million attempt to launch ferry service from Kaiser Park, the city is testing new waters off Steeplechase Pier.
Several polls have given Sherrill, a Democrat, a narrow lead, but a recent one shows a virtual tie.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health challenges in the U.S., according to the National Alliance on Mental Health.
The next time you're buying something sweet at a New York City restaurant, you may notice a new warning comes with it.
The newly expanded facility will serve more than 30,000 children annually and is the borough's only pediatric trauma center.
The Womb Bus offers an opportunity for new and expecting moms to form a special bond.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Prince Andrew is being stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
Five people have been federally charged in connection with the 2023 overdose death of actor Robert De Niro's grandson and two others, authorities said Thursday.
Tuesday's gathering was designed to celebrate the men and women from across the country who have risked their own lives to save others.
The legendary rockers will play on July 7, 9, 12 and 14 in New York City -- before heading to Edinburgh, Scotland; Dublin and London.
Towns also grabbed 13 rebounds as the Knicks stayed perfect at home with a 119-102 victory on Monday.
Cam Thomas had 25 points and Nic Claxton chipped in 19 in the 125-109 loss on Monday as Brooklyn fell to 0-7.
The fifth-ranked Red Storm got balanced scoring an big contribution from their prized transfers in a 108-74 win on Monday.
Nick Mangold's family, friends and former New York Jets teammates celebrated his life and legacy.
Cutter Gauthier and Beckett Sennecke each had a goal and an assist, goalie Lukas Dostal made 32 saves, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the New Jersey Devils 4-1 on Sunday night.
New York City students interested in medicine are gaining experience before they even graduate, thanks to the program at Maimonides Health in Brooklyn.
After a failed $13 million attempt to launch ferry service from Kaiser Park, the city is testing new waters off Steeplechase Pier.
Before the days of Google Maps, the Queens-native found street views in library books.
Officials say the site for a new elementary school in Brooklyn is safe, but some are skeptical because of lingering contamination from a decades-old Superfund site.
From Greenpoint community gardens to Governor's Island orchards, New Yorkers are reconnecting with the city's agricultural past through historic fruit trees.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
From the New York City mayoral election to New Jersey's race for governor, voters are casting their ballots in some closely watched races this Election Day. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook, Aziza Shuler and Christina Fan have the latest.
Democratic Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill and former state Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli are in a tight race to lead the Garden State. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Polls are now open across New York City for the final day of voting in the race for mayor, along with several other city offices and six ballot proposals. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Congratulations to author Caroline Palmer for her debut novel "Workhorse" being voted the club's new Readers' Choice!
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn is calling for sun and clouds most of the week, but says there are rain chances over the weekend.
