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Yahya Abdul-Mateen II on "Topdog/Underdog"
Actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Corey Hawkins star in the dark comedy "Topdog/Underdog" on Broadway, which tells the story of two brothers and their fascination with the street card game three-card monte. Abdul-Mateen joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his Broadway debut and his journey as an actor.
John David Washington on his Broadway debut
John David Washington originally wanted to avoid following in the footsteps of his father, actor Denzel Washington. But after an injury sidelined his football career, he auditioned for the part of a football player – and launched a successful new career, starring in "BlacKkKlansman," "Tenet," and the new film "Amsterdam." He talks with "Sunday Morning" contributor Kelefa Sanneh about being "Denzel's son," and making his Broadway debut in a revival of August Wilson's "The Piano Lesson," playing the role created by his costar Samuel L. Jackson 35 years ago.
Wendell Pierce on historic Broadway role
Actor Wendell Pierce is back on Broadway with his role as Willy Loman in “Death of a Salesman.” CBS News correspondent Michelle Miller speaks with the actor about being the first Black man to ever play the lead role in the classic show.
"Phantom of the Opera" closing on Broadway
The curtain will soon come down on Broadway's longest-running show. "The Phantom of the Opera" will close in February after nearly 35 years and more than 13,000 performances.
"Phantom of the Opera" to close on Broadway in early 2023
Since it opened at the Majestic Theatre on Jan. 26, 1988, Broadway's "Phantom" has had over 13,500 performances to 19.5 million people, producers said.
Jennifer Hudson on her next life chapter
"The Jennifer Hudson Show" premieres September 12 on FOX.
Broadway breakout star Julie Benko
Jamie Wax speaks to Broadway breakout star Julie Benko about her meteoric rise to fame after starring in "Funny Girl" as the lead role of Fanny Brice.
Lin-Manuel Miranda slams church for "illegal" production of "Hamilton"
The team behind the original Broadway production said it has sent the church a cease-and-desist letter.
Performers from the musical "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" performed the singer's hit song "I Feel the Earth Move" on Thanksgiving Day
Performers from the musical "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" performed the singer's hit song "I Feel the Earth Move" on Thanksgiving Day.
Liza Minnelli, the one and only
The EGOT-winning entertainer sits down with "Sunday Morning" host Jane Pauley, and with her friend and accompanist Michael Feinstein, to talk about a life in the spotlight; the influence of French singer Charles Aznavour on her Oscar-winning performance in "Cabaret"; and how, at 76, she still continues to honor the works of Gershwin – and the life of her mother, Judy Garland. (Originally broadcast January 16, 2022.)
Sandy Duncan on life before and after "Peter Pan"
Entertainer Sandy Duncan danced in her first recital at age five in a tiny Texas oil town. She would go on to star in films and on Broadway, earning three Tony nominations (including for the 1979 revival of "Peter Pan") and two Emmy nominations (including for her role in the landmark mini-series "Roots"). Not to mention guest starring with a gaggle of Muppets. Duncan, now 76, talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about achieving her greatest triumph after recovering from a brain tumor behind her left eye.
Web extra: Sandy Duncan on winning a role from Agnes de Mille
In 1966 actress Sandy Duncan auditioned with choreographer Agnes de Mille for the New York City Center revival of Rodgers & Hammerstein's "Carousel." In this web exclusive she talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about how she won the role.
Actress Patina Miller on "Into the Woods"
Tony Award winning actress Patina Miller joins “CBS Mornings” to talk about starring in the Broadway revival of "Into The Woods” and returning to Broadway after eight years.
Lea Michele to replace Beanie Feldstein in "Funny Girl"
Michele will begin shows starting September 6.
"Into the Woods" returns to Broadway
Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her role starring in the revival of "Into The Woods" on Broadway. She speaks on the healing power of the show and its important messages.
Masks will soon be optional at Broadway shows
Mask wearing will be optional beginning in July.
Actor Matt Doyle nominated for Tony Award
Actor Matt Doyle received a Tony Award nomination for his role in Broadway's hit musical “Company.” Doyle discusses his show stopping performance and what this nomination means to him with Jamie Wax.
Tony Awards will honor the best of Broadway
The 75th Annual Tony Awards will celebrate the best of Broadway on Sunday, June 12. Oscar-winning actress Ariana DeBose is hosting this year's show, which airs on CBS and Paramount+. Leigh Scheps has more on some of this year's nominees.
Actors Fund changes name to reflect it helps all it helps in entertainment
The organization's new name better reflects all the people it serves — anyone in theater, film, television, radio, music, dance, opera and circus.
Playwright Michael R. Jackson on Broadway's "A Strange Loop"
The musical nominated for 11 Tony Awards features an unlikely protagonist: A young, queer Black man working as an usher in a Broadway theater, writing a musical about a young, queer Black man working as an usher in a Broadway theater. The show's writer and composer, Michael R. Jackson, talks with correspondent Rita Braver about mining his own life for a tale of change and self-acceptance.
"A Strange Loop" playwright Michael R. Jackson on his emotional autobiography
The writer and composer of the musical nominated for 11 Tony Awards, about a young, queer Black man working as an usher in a Broadway theater, talks about mining his own life for a tale of change and self-acceptance.
Amanda Kloots talks grieving Nick Cordero's death, raising their son
Amanda Kloots is embracing the idea of living her life to the fullest after her husband, Nick Cordero, died from COVID-19.
Theater increasing staff after Jesse Williams naked video leak
Video and images taken from the audience began circulating Monday night.
Singer surprises vocal coach with good news
Talia Suskauer and her childhood vocal coach used to dream about her landing a part on Broadway one day. She recently visited him and delivered good news – she will be playing Elphaba on Broadway. His reaction to the surprise went viral, so she went back with another piece of heartwarming news.
RFK Jr. deputy picked to lead CDC after former head's ouster
The Trump administration has chosen HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill to lead the CDC, a source says, after the former director was fired and senior leaders resigned.
Families of 2 children killed in Minneapolis school shooting issue statements
The family of one of the victims shot early Wednesday morning at Annunciation Catholic Church in southwest Minneapolis spoke out for the first time Thursday afternoon.
A look at the meteorology behind Hurricane Katrina 20 years later
Katrina, one of the deadliest hurricanes on record to hit the United States, first formed as a tropical wave off the coast of Africa.
Senior CDC officials resign after Monarez ouster, cite concerns over scientific independence
Dr. Debra Houry, the CDC's Chief Science and Medical Officer, and Dr. Demetre Daskalakis, who led the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, stepped down hours after the firing of CDC Director Susan Monarez.
Idaho murder victim's mom reacts to "heartbreaking" crime scene photos
Even if crime scene images are somehow redacted, it's still traumatizing for the families, Ethan Chapin's mother wrote in a court document.
Conservatives, economists wary of U.S. stakes in Intel or any other companies
Critics caution U.S. government equity stakes in American companies could lead to cronyism, distorted economics and bad deals for taxpayers.
U.S. tariffs exemption for low-value imports ends
An exemption that allowed low-value parcels shipped to the U.S. to avoid tariffs has ended, Trump administration officials say.
Trump preparing major ICE operations in Chicago next week, DHS sources say
The Trump administration is preparing to launch major immigration enforcement operations in Chicago next week employing tactics that sparked protests in Los Angeles, sources tell CBS News.
3 Memphis ex-officers granted new trials in death of Tyre Nichols
A judge has ordered a new trial for three former Memphis police officers who were convicted of federal charges in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols.