Joel Grey on the alchemy of theater
The renowned song-and-dance man, who will be honored with a lifetime achievement Tony Award, offers his thoughts on the special community formed by those in the theater – and the audience.
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Andrew Lloyd Webber on the future of Broadway
With the closing of "Phantom of the Opera," and his latest musical, "Bad Cinderella," there is no Andrew Lloyd Webber production on Broadway for the first time in 43 years. The composer who helped define musical theater over the past half-century talks with correspondent Seth Doane about theater's future; the problem with the Tony Awards; writing music for Britain's new king; and the death of his son, Grammy-nominated composer Nicholas Lloyd Webber.
Joel Grey on a life in the theater
As Broadway prepares for the Tony Awards, renowned song and dance man Joel Grey, who will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award, offers his thoughts on the special community formed by those in the theater – and the audience. [Don't miss the 76th annual Tony Awards, live June 11 on CBS and Paramount+.]
"Camelot" and the legend of King Arthur
Nominated for five Tony Awards including best musical revival, Lerner & Loewe's "Camelot" is a romantic telling of King Arthur, Queen Guenevere and the Knights of the Round Table. But did Arthur really exist?
"Ghosts": Inside a spirited comedy
In the hit comedy series "Ghosts," a young couple inherits a Victorian Era mansion in upstate New York, only to discover they have company: a motley crew of the dearly departed. Correspondent Nancy Giles talks with cast members Rose McIver, Utkarsh Ambudkar, Rebecca Wisocky, Devan Chandler Long, Román Zaragoza, Asher Grodman, Danielle Pinnock and Brandon Scott Jones, along with writer-producers Joe Wiseman and Joe Port, about playing death for laughs.
How Tony Awards avoided writers strike picket
This year's Tony Awards will air Sunday on CBS from New York's Washington Heights neighborhood, but the ceremony was almost canceled due to the ongoing writers strike. WCBS reporter Dave Carlin joins to discuss how the producers reached an agreement with the Writers Guild and which shows are expected to win big.
Mike Batayeh, "Breaking Bad" actor and comedian, dies at age 52
"Breaking Bad" fans knew Mike Batayeh as Dennis Markowski, the manager of an industrial laundromat that served as the front for a meth lab on the award-winning show.
London Fashion Week set to begin this weekend
London is kicking off a fashion event this weekend aimed at bringing a resurgence to Britain's fashion and art scenes. The city's arts community has struggled in recent years due to the economy and the pandemic. Fashion and entertainment reporter Lilliana Vazquez joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano and Lana Zak with more.
Can't afford a Beyoncé show? Some fans save money by heading overseas
With tickets to U.S. shows soaring to absurd heights, some superfans are flying to Europe to catch their favorite acts.
Bryan Cranston says he will soon take a break from acting
In an interview with British GQ, the "Breaking Bad" star said he planned to take a break from acting in 2026, and maybe move to France with his wife Robin.
Tom Holland says he's taking a "year off" after filming "The Crowded Room"
"I'm now taking a year off, and that is a result of how difficult this show was," Holland said.
Streamers launch ad-supported options
One of the big draws of streaming services has been watching a movie or a series without commercial interruption, but that could all be changing. In an effort to draw in more price-conscious customers, many platforms are launching a less expensive subscription option supported by old-fashioned ad revenues. Axios media deals reporter Kerry Flynn has more.
Women directors outnumber men at Tribeca 2023
The Tribeca Film Festival is underway in New York City and for the first time, a majority of the festival's picks were directed by women. Director Maggie Contreras, whose documentary film "Maestra" is being shown at Tribeca this year, joined CBS News for an interview.
Comedian Fortune Feimster on series "Fubar"
Comedian Fortune Feimster joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new series "Fubar" and acting alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger.
2023 Tribeca Festival: Opening highlights, in-person and streaming
More than 100 fiction and nonfiction features will unspool at the New York City festival, with many available for home viewing through July 2 via the Tribeca At Home platform. Check out some recommended picks.
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