Idina Menzel returns to Broadway in "Redwood"
In her new musical, "Redwood," the Tony Award-winning star of "Wicked" and "Rent" plays a woman seeking a refuge, and a purpose, by escaping into a redwood forest.
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Darren Criss on counting his lucky stars
Darren Criss became a fan favorite on the hit TV series "Glee," and won an Emmy for "American Crime Story." Now he's starring in the acclaimed musical "Maybe Happy Ending." He talks about his road to Broadway, and his credo that "Life is a cabaret."
What will be 2024's highest-grossing film?
Industry officials and fans are celebrating the top movies of 2024. Meanwhile, women dominated popular music this year. CBS News contributor Jamie Wax breaks down the biggest entertainment trends.
Ketanji Brown Jackson makes Broadway history
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson took the stage Saturday in the musical "& Juliet," becoming the first Supreme Court justice to perform on Broadway.
Audra McDonald on "Gypsy" and playing the mother of all stage mothers
In the new Broadway revival of "Gypsy," six-time Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald takes on one of musical theater's most demanding roles: stage mother Rose, who pushes daughter Gypsy Rose Lee into becoming a striptease artist.
Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour" coming to an end
It's the end of an era for Taylor Swift's record-breaking "Eras Tour" this weekend in Canada after 20 months and nearly 150 shows spanning five continents. Meanwhile, the upcoming Dolly Parton Broadway musical announced an open casting call. Lamar Dawson, SiriusXM radio host, breaks it all down.
"Wicked" director Jon M. Chu on casting, movie's impact and part two release
Jon M. Chu, the director of the movie "Wicked," spoke with "CBS Mornings" about working with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, along with the connection fans have with the film.
Here Comes the Sun: Al Pacino and more
Actor Al Pacino sits down with Ben Mankiewicz to discuss his career and his memoir "Sonny Boy." Then, Conor Knighton learns about larch trees, which radiate beautiful fall colors in Washington state a few weeks each year. "Here Comes the Sun" is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Delia Ephron on memoir to Broadway
Acclaimed author and screenwriter Delia Ephron, known for "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" and "You've Got Mail," shares her journey to Broadway with her new play "Left on Tenth."
Shaina Taub on making Broadway history
Broadway's Shaina Taub made history with her hit musical Suffs, earning her a Tony for both best book and best score. She's been named to the TIME100 Next list and collaborated with Elton John on The Devil Wears Prada musical.
Woman pursues Broadway dreams decades later
A woman is revisiting her decades-old ambition to land a Broadway show. It's not Kim Hale's first stab at becoming a Broadway dancer. The 56-year-old spent years in her 20s and 30s chasing her dream and eventually left New York for California, but Hale never abandoned the dance world.
Shirley MacLaine on a life in pictures
The singer-dancer-actor has lived many lives, and she's documented them in her new memoir, "The Wall of Life," a photographic account of her remarkable journey from Broadway to Hollywood and beyond.
Here Comes the Sun: Jon Chu and more
Director Jon Chu sits down with Jo Ling Kent to discuss his ongoing career and his latest project, "Wicked," which will be out later this year. Then, Serena Altschul visits the New York City Ballet to learn about the history of the renowned company celebrating 75 years of dance. "Here Comes the Sun" is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Looking back at James Earl Jones' career
Legendary actor James Earl Jones died Monday at the age of 93. Jones, who won Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Awards is known for his iconic roles in "Star Wars," "The Lion King," "Field of Dreams" and more. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers takes a look back on his long life and career.
Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone: Pals, and now co-stars on Broadway
Patti LuPone, the star of "Evita" and "Gypsy," is returning to Broadway alongside her longtime friend Mia Farrow in a new play, "The Roommate," which explores the strength, depth, humor and surprise found in women of a certain age.
Carol Burnett & Sutton Foster: "Once [again] Upon a Mattress"
In 1959 Carol Burnett burst onto the New York stage in the musical comedy "Once Upon a Mattress." In the new Broadway revival, two-time Tony-winner Sutton Foster recreates the role of Winnifred, a princess in search of a suitable mate.
Watch interviews with the 2024 Tony nominees
Before the Tony Awards are presented June 16, watch "Sunday Morning" and "CBS Mornings" behind-the-scenes features and interviews with this year's nominated performers and creatives.
Broadway's Baayork Lee: What she did for love
She was a child of the stage (her first role, at age 5, was in "The King and I") who starred in such hits as "A Chorus Line." Lee talks about her lifelong love of performing and teaching, helping raise many more Broadway babies.
How to watch the 2024 Tony Awards on demand today
Broadway's big night at the Tony Awards was star packed. See Angelina Jolie, Daniel Radcliffe on demand today.
Fans gear up for 77th Tony Awards on CBS
A whopping 28 shows have received nominations for the 77th annual Tony Awards, which are being held at Lincoln Center in New York City. CBS News contributor Jamie Wax joins to break it all down.
Tony-nominated Jonathan Groff on revival of "Merrily We Roll Along"
Jonathan Groff discusses on "CBS Mornings" how "Merrily We Roll Along," which is nominated for seven Tony Awards, connects to people's daily lives after it initially was only on Broadway for 16 performances in 1981.
Actors transform into band for Tony-nominated "Stereophonic"
The play "Stereophonic" broke records by receiving 13 Tony nominations, the most in history for a non-musical production.
"Illinoise" and the origin of an unlikely Broadway musical
The new Broadway show "Illinoise" is a choreographed indie-rock musical with no dialogue, based on Sufjan Stevens' 2005 concept album. It's received four Tony Award nominations, including best musical. "Sunday Morning" contributor Kelefa Sanneh talks with choreographer Justin Peck, playwright Jackie Sibblies Drury, and musician Shara Nova about the show, an ode to the origins of storytelling and theatre-making.
Shoshana Bean on starring in "Hell's Kitchen," inspired by Alicia Keys
Tony-nominated actress Shoshana Bean talked about the opportunity to star in "Hell's Kitchen," which was inspired by Alicia Keys' life.
Shoshana Bean talks musical "Hell's Kitchen"
Shoshana Bean is one of the Tony-nominated stars of the musical "Hell's Kitchen." It's inspired by the life of Alicia Keys, who developed the show. The musical follows Ali, who's yearning for independence from her overprotective mother, played by Bean.
Trump says U.S. will "take over the Gaza Strip"
In a news conferrence with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Trump said the U.S. would "take over the Gaza Strip" and "own it."
Vance flexes political power in new role
Republican senators cite Vance as key negotiator in moving Trump nominees out of committee, reassuring wavering senators.
FBI discloses 5,000 agents to DOJ as agents sue government over Jan. 6 scrutiny
FBI agents who worked on the Jan. 6 probe are suing the government over plans to review the FBI workforce and agents who may have worked on the investigations.
Pam Bondi confirmed as attorney general in 54-46 vote
President Trump tapped Pam Bondi, the former attorney general of Florida, to lead the Justice Department.
USAID missions overseas ordered to shut down, staff being recalled
About two-thirds of USAID employees serve overseas, and sources say the Trump administration is ordering all staff recalled.
Remains from all D.C. plane crash victims recovered
Officials said it'll take several days to remove all of the wreckage from the D.C. plane crash.
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ICE releases some migrant detainees as detention facilities reach 109% capacity
Since Mr. Trump's inauguration, ICE has increased arrest operations across the country, recording as many 1,000 arrests on some days.
Trump administration sends first group of migrants to Guantanamo Bay
The U.S. government is moving quickly to implement President Trump's order to turn facilities at the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base into a large-scale immigration detention center.
Taliban using abandoned U.S. weapons in Afghanistan
President Trump has demanded the hardware be returned, but the Taliban has refused to give it up.
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100,000 eggs worth $40,000 stolen from Pennsylvania farm
A truckload of eggs were taken from Pete & Gerry's Organics' distribution trailer over the weekend.
USPS temporarily suspends accepting packages from China and Hong Kong
The suspension of international parcels from China and Hong Kong is effective immediately, the USPS said.
Pam Bondi confirmed as attorney general in 54-46 vote
President Trump tapped Pam Bondi, the former attorney general of Florida, to lead the Justice Department.
Vance flexes political power in new role
Republican senators cite Vice President JD Vance as a key negotiator in moving President Trump's nominees out of committee and reassuring wavering senators.
Trump says Canada tariffs would fight fentanyl, though it's not a major source
Drug policy researcher Jonathan Caulkins said there were 21 large fentanyl seizures at the Mexican border for every one along the Canadian border.
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What is Elon Musk's role as a "special government employee"?
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said that Tesla CEO Musk is categorized as a special government employee.
Proud Boys lose trademark ownership to Black church they vandalized
Court rules Metropolitan AME Church owns Proud Boys' trademark after the group fails to pay $2.8 million judgment.
Waffle House adds 50-cent surcharge for each egg amid rising prices
Waffle House says temporary increase took effect on Monday and impacts all menus at the 24-hour chain's restaurants.
Musk now has access to federal payment systems. What does that mean?
Elon Musk's control of a federal payment system is raising concerns about funding for programs like Social Security and the safety of personal data.
Stradivarius from 1714 could fetch highest price ever for musical instrument
A violin made by the famed Antonio Stradivari in 1714 has the potential to become the most expensive musical instrument ever sold when it goes up for auction at Sotheby's in New York.
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Pam Bondi confirmed as attorney general in 54-46 vote
President Trump tapped Pam Bondi, the former attorney general of Florida, to lead the Justice Department.
Vance flexes political power in new role
Republican senators cite Vice President JD Vance as a key negotiator in moving President Trump's nominees out of committee and reassuring wavering senators.
USAID missions overseas ordered to shut down, staff being recalled
About two-thirds of USAID employees serve overseas, and sources say the Trump administration is ordering all staff recalled.
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ICE releases some migrant detainees as detention facilities reach 109% capacity
Since Mr. Trump's inauguration, ICE has increased arrest operations across the country, recording as many 1,000 arrests on some days.
Transgender youth sue over Trump's executive order on gender-affirming care
A group of transgender minors and their families filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump's executive action restricting access to gender-affirming care for people under the age of 19.
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Study finds growing levels of microplastics in human brains
Human brains contain higher concentrations of microplastics than other organs, according to a new study, and the amount appears to be increasing over time.
Mom urges ban on water beads after daughter's injury: "It breaks my heart"
Water beads may look harmless and fun, but the authors of a new report — including a mom whose daughter was seriously injured by them — are calling for a ban on their sale.
What is red light therapy? Dermatologist explains the skin care trend
Red light therapy, also known as LED therapy, is trending for skin care. Here's what to know about it, according to a dermatologist.
The impact from bird flu spreads
After H5N1, the current strain of bird flu, reached the United States in 2022, more than 148 million chickens, turkeys and other farm birds have been euthanized. Since last year, when the virus jumped from poultry and wild birds to mammals, the number of human cases rose to 67, with one death. Correspondent Martha Teichner looks at the outbreak's potential impacts on humans, the poultry industry, egg prices, and U.S. exports.
Grandmother-to-be never smoked but got lung cancer. She turned to a cutting-edge option
Allison Ciaccio had a respiratory illness that wouldn't go away. Repeated follow-ups found Stage I lung cancer.
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Taliban using abandoned U.S. weapons in Afghanistan
President Trump has demanded the hardware be returned, but the Taliban has refused to give it up.
The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the world's Ismaili Muslims, dies at 88
Considered by his followers to be a direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad, the Aga Khan was a business magnate and philanthropist.
USAID missions overseas ordered to shut down, staff being recalled
About two-thirds of USAID employees serve overseas, and sources say the Trump administration is ordering all staff recalled.
Trump says Canada tariffs would fight fentanyl, though it's not a major source
Drug policy researcher Jonathan Caulkins said there were 21 large fentanyl seizures at the Mexican border for every one along the Canadian border.
Azerbaijan jet that crashed was riddled with holes, report says
The 53-page preliminary report published by Kazakhstan's transport ministry included photographs of the plane.
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Alton Brown on "Good Eats," new book
Alton Brown, host of the popular cooking show "Good Eats" joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his professional journey and new book, "Food for Thought." It's a collection of essays that blend Alton's personal and professional experiences with his unique insights into the culinary world.
Nicole Avant opens up about grief in memoir
Former diplomat, entrepreneur and film producer Nicole Avant talks about her best-selling memoir, "Think You'll Be Happy," which recounts the night when her mother was fatally shot during a 2021 home invasion. Avant's husband, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos, who wrote a new forward to the book, joins Avant on "CBS Mornings."
Here are Super Bowl 2025 ads you can already watch online
Some advertisers release their their commercials ahead of the big game. Here are ads to watch before the NFL's 2025 Super Bowl.
Chicago model Sharaun Brown thrilled to have stood onstage at Grammys
It was a monumental, once-in-a-lifetime experience for Brown.
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Vance to attend global AI summit in Paris for first international trip as VP
JD Vance is traveling to the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris for his first international trip as vice president.
Book excerpt: "Source Code: My Beginnings" by Bill Gates
In his new autobiography, the computer pioneer and philanthropist writes of his origins, and about how, in eighth grade, he discovered BASIC, which introduced him to the elegance and exacting demands of computer code.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Meta to pay Trump $25 million to settle 2021 lawsuit
Meta Platforms will pay $25 million to resolve a lawsuit President Trump brought in 2021 over the suspension of his social media accounts after the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
Tesla earnings miss Wall Street expectations despite record sales
Tesla has been losing market share in several countries as growing competitors offer customers alternatives.
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Study finds growing levels of microplastics in human brains
Human brains contain higher concentrations of microplastics than other organs, according to a new study, and the amount appears to be increasing over time.
Asteroid samples revealed clues about the possible origins of life
A NASA spacecraft has returned asteroid samples that hold not only the pristine building blocks for life but also the salty remains of an ancient water world.
Elusive, palm-sized shrew caught on camera for the first time
To take photos of the Mount Lyell shrew, three students laid out over 100 traps last November in the Eastern Sierra Nevada region and checked them every two hours.
World's biggest iceberg could collide with Antarctic penguin island
The biggest iceberg on Earth is heading toward a remote island, creating a potential threat to penguins and seals inhabiting the area.
66-million-year-old vomit found by amateur fossil hunter
A paleontologist hailed the discovery as "truly an unusual find," adding it helped explain the relationships in the prehistoric food chain.
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100,000 eggs worth $40,000 stolen from Pennsylvania farm
A truckload of eggs were taken from Pete & Gerry's Organics' distribution trailer over the weekend.
Diamond District raid allegedly linked to burglary of Bengals QB Joe Burrow's home, sources say
Two people were taken into federal custody Tuesday following an investigation linked to the burglary of the home of Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, sources tell CBS News New York.
About 10 killed in shooting at adult education center in Sweden
Swedish police say about 10 people have been killed in a shooting at a school for adults in the city of Orebro, including the suspected gunman.
Experts dispute evidence used to convict nurse of murdering 7 newborns
Citing an expert review of the prosecution's arguments, a lawyer for nurse Lucy Letby says there's "overwhelming evidence" she was wrongly convicted of murder.
Pharmacist convicted in husband's poisoning death gets life in prison
Natalie Cochran poisoned her husband with insulin so that he wouldn't find out about a $2 million Ponzi scheme she operated, prosecutors said.
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Starliner astronauts retrieve failed component in challenging spacewalk
Starliner co-pilot Sunita Williams is now the world's most experienced female spacewalker, moving up to number four overall.
NASA finds key ingredient of life
Scientists reported this week that asteroid samples taken from a distant asteroid known as Bennu were found to contain key organic molecules necessary to sustain life. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Asteroid sample contained life's building blocks
Samples of rock and dirt which were returned to Earth in 2023 from the asteroid Bennu have been analyzed and found to contain some of the key building blocks of life, including ammino acids, scientists said Wednesday.
Asteroid samples revealed clues about the possible origins of life
A NASA spacecraft has returned asteroid samples that hold not only the pristine building blocks for life but also the salty remains of an ancient water world.
Trump asks SpaceX to "go get" Starliner astronauts
Posts by President Trump and Elon Musk roiled the space community, raising the prospect of an earlier-than-planned return for the Starliner crew.
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The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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Neighbors must pay for bridge destroyed by Helene
Hurricane Helene damaged more than 7,000 private bridges, roads, and culverts in North Carolina. They're a critical part of the infrastructure, but right now the state isn't providing money for repairs. Dave Malkoff reports.
Trump says Ukraine aid could be transactional
President Trump suggested on Monday that future Ukraine military aid could depend on Kyiv trading its natural resources. David Kramer, executive director of the George W. Bush Institute, has analysis.
Farmer recalls impact of 2018 trade war with China
Among the first Americans to feel the effects of the last trade war with China were farmers. While China's latest round of retaliatory actions does not target agriculture, some are preparing for the worst. Kelly O'Grady explains.
Remains from all victims of D.C. crash recovered
The deadly D.C. plane crash salvage efforts continued on Tuesday. Officials said remains from all 67 victims have been recovered. Meanwhile, a cockpit voice recorder was recovered from a separate Pennsylvania plane crash. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports.
One of last surviving Tuskegee Airmen dies at 100
Lt. Col. Harry Stewart Jr., one of the last surviving Tuskegee Airmen, died this week at his home in Michigan. He was 100.