Dolly Parton developing Broadway musical based on her life story
Dolly Parton is getting ready to tell her life story on Broadway. Parton announced Thursday that she's developing "Hello, I'm Dolly," an original musical.
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Dolly Parton is getting ready to tell her life story on Broadway. Parton announced Thursday that she's developing "Hello, I'm Dolly," an original musical.
Viewers can expect some spectacular live performances during this year's Tony Awards. CBS New York's Tony Awards preview airs June 13 at 7 p.m., and you can watch the Tony Awards on June 16 on CBS2 and streaming on Paramount+.
Emmy Award winner Julianne Hough and "Ghosts" star Utkarsh Ambudkar will host "The Tony Awards: Act One" on June 16. The live pre-show streams free on Pluto TV from 6:30-8 p.m., followed by the Tony Awards on CBS2 and streaming on Paramount+.
Wednesday was opening night for "Ben Platt: Live at the Palace." The Tony winner is the first to perform at the newly renovated Palace Theatre.
Free Shakespeare is hitting the road in New York City this summer. CBS New York's Dave Carlin introduces us to the Public Theater's Mobile Unit -- a traveling troupe bringing "The Comedy of Errors" to all five boroughs.
Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald will return to Broadway in fall 2024, playing Mama Rose in a revival of the musical "Gypsy."
We're shining the spotlight on nominees who are recognized for their performances in revivals, as well as a new play that's highly acclaimed.
The musical has been nominated for 12 Tony Awards, including Sky Lakota-Lynch for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical.
"Message in a Bottle" is a dance show running at the New York City Center until May 12. The show is inspired by all of Sting's greatest hits and tells the story of family, love and survival. Kate Prince, choreographer and Lukas McFarlane, associate choreographer and performer join CBS New York to talk about it.
A musical inspired by Alicia Keys' life as a teenager topped this year's Tony nominations. Also leading the way is a new play about a rock band clashing while they record a new album. CBS New York's Dave Carlin has a look at the nominations.
A musical inspired by Alicia Keys' life as a teenager and a play about a rock band clashing while they record a new album have topped the 2024 Tony nominations. CBS New York's Dave Carlin has more on the nominations announced this morning.
The 77th Annual Tony Award Nominations were released Tuesday morning. Dave Carlin joins CBS2 News at 9 a.m. to break down the big headlines heading into award season.
The 2024 Tony Award nominees will be revealed April 30 live on CBS Mornings. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports.
Oscar-winner Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin star in this thrilling musical revival. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports.
The popular musical "The Wiz" is back in New York City with a new look to the classic story. After a multi-city tour, Dorothy and her friends ended their journey with a starry opening night on Broadway. CBS New York's Dave Carlin reports.
Two eagerly awaited musicals celebrated their opening nights on Broadway on Saturday. "Hell's Kitchen" opens at the Shubert Theatre, and the revival of "Cabaret" opens at the August Wilson Theatre. CBS New York's Dave Carlin spoke to "Cabaret" star Eddie Redmayne.
"Suffs," a new Broadway musical telling the story of women who fought for the right to vote, celebrated its opening Thursday night. Two women who left their own mark on the world were there. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
The new Broadway musical "Suffs" officially opened Thursday with support from two women who made a mark on the world -- Hillary Clinton and Malala Yousafzai. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
"The Wiz" is back on Broadway. The show celebrated opening night Wednesday with a yellow carpet event. CBS New York's Dave Carlin spoke to the stars.
The coming-of-age story is a favorite for generations of middle and high school students, and they're returning to it on Broadway.
Cast members from the new Broadway musical "The Outsiders" hit the red carpet Thursday evening ahead of the show's official opening. The musical is an adaptation of S.E. Hinton's best-selling novel about Ponyboy Curtis, his brother s and their friends.
The veteran rocker, who rose to stardom in the 1980s with Huey Lewis and the News, spoke to CBS New York about his new show on Broadway.
Broadway's "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" is celebrating six years on Broadway. Actor Cara Ricketts plays "Hermione" in the show and joins CBS New York to discuss the magic of the production.
The lights on Broadway are shining bright, but getting a ticket to a popular show can be out of reach for some theater fans.
The upcoming off-Broadway show "Rubber" features some cast members who are currently working in public schools, including producer and playwright Vinnie Nardiello.
The Broadway revival of the musical (nominated for 11 Tony Awards) depicts drama, joy and heartbreak in the pursuit of the American Dream at the turn of the 20th century, with parallels to the contemporary world, from issues of race to the immigrant experience.
Madonna performed a surprise concert in Times Square weeks before the release of her "Confessions II" album.
Knicks superfan Spike Lee stopped by CBS Mornings to give his thoughts as the Knicks get set to play in the NBA Finals, and he offered his prediction, too.
The 25th edition of the film and media festival opens on Wednesday, showcasing more than 100 world premiere documentaries and narrative features, as well as short films, live music, podcasts and conversations with leading entertainment figures.
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
Not many people know Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe's splash to stardom began at a Long Island beach.
Federal prosecutors have indicted ex-Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier on additional charges related to a sports gambling sting.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
The NYPD is responding to reports of at least five people stabbed inside Penn Station. At least one injury is said to be serious. A manhunt is underway for a suspect.
There will be no watch party for Knicks fans outside Madison Square Garden while President Trump attends Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Brad Lander is endorsed by Mayor Mamdani and Rep. Dan Goldman is backed by Gov. Hochul in a race that's turned into one of New York's hottest of 2026.
Severe weather in Queens caused the death of an elderly man when a tree fell on him in Forest Park on Saturday night.
The 2026 Queens Pride Parade was held Sunday in Jackson Heights. Here's what to know about its history, the route, and more.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
It's unseasonably warm in New York City on Wednesday as humidity adds to the summer-like weather. There's also a slight chance for showers in parts of the Tri-State Area.
It's back to feeling like spring, and even summer on some days, as warm weather and sunshine return to the New York area.
A final round of showers is moving through the New York area in the morning before the rest of the week turns much drier and warmer.
The New York area is off to a soggy start to the unofficial kickoff of summer with rainy weather this Memorial Day Weekend.
Tensions rose once again this weekend outside Delaney Hall in Newark after the mayor scaled back local law enforcement.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A child died and five people, including a firefighter and police officer, were hurt after flames broke out at a home in Perth Amboy, New Jersey.
An 18-year-old pleaded guilty Thursday to murder and weapons charges in connection to a deadly shooting at a Long Island house party in 2025.
Storms hit the New York City area on Saturday, bringing damaging winds, hail and downpours across the region.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who is from Long Island, returned to his home turf Friday to spread the word on what is right with the agency.
A Long Island jury found Steven Schwally guilty of 2nd degree murder for ramming his car into a Deer Park nail salon while drunk.
John Gotti's grandson Carmine Gotti Agnello was arrested Wednesday for allegedly assaulting a woman, Nassau County Police said.
Brad Lander is endorsed by Mayor Mamdani and Rep. Dan Goldman is backed by Gov. Hochul in a race that's turned into one of New York's hottest of 2026.
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who is from Long Island, returned to his home turf Friday to spread the word on what is right with the agency.
In a CBS News interview, White House border czar Tom Homan defended conditions at the Delaney Hall ICE detention center, amid intense protests over the New Jersey facility. "
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said Thursday he is scaling back police at Delaney Hall. The announcement followed the arrests of two protesters on Wednesday night.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
There's no vaccine for the Bourbon virus, nor medicine to treat it, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Marie Francillion was diagnosed with lung cancer after she was feeling heartburn and shoulder pain. She said she's able to remain hopeful and spend more time with her family because of a different type of treatment.
The Broadway revival of the musical (nominated for 11 Tony Awards) depicts drama, joy and heartbreak in the pursuit of the American Dream at the turn of the 20th century, with parallels to the contemporary world, from issues of race to the immigrant experience.
Madonna performed a surprise concert in Times Square weeks before the release of her "Confessions II" album.
Knicks superfan Spike Lee stopped by CBS Mornings to give his thoughts as the Knicks get set to play in the NBA Finals, and he offered his prediction, too.
The 25th edition of the film and media festival opens on Wednesday, showcasing more than 100 world premiere documentaries and narrative features, as well as short films, live music, podcasts and conversations with leading entertainment figures.
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
Cody Bellinger's tiebreaking homer sparked a five-run eighth inning capped by Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s three-run drive, and the banged-up Yankees beat the Red Sox 6-1 on Sunday.
There will be no watch party for Knicks fans outside Madison Square Garden while President Trump attends Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Fermin's home run nullified a fine performance by Mets rookie Nolan McLean, who allowed one run on three hits and three walks in six innings.
Saturday night's Red Sox-Yankees game was postponed due to rain and rescheduled.
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner and the second woman to train a Belmont Stakes winner.
Harlem's historic Cotton Club recently announced it was up for sale. The news comes as jazz clubs across the borough disappear.
Jasir Gipson was shot by a stray bullet at 5 years old while walking with his mother. More than a decade later, he's graduating from high school with nothing but a smile.
Garbage piling up near freight train tracks is frustrating many Maspeth residents.
Residents and elected officials are urging the MTA to reopen the Long Island Rail Road's former Elmhurst station, arguing that the neighborhood has outgrown its current transit options.
Before there was a Brooklyn, there was a flagpole, and since the earliest days of our country, it stood as a symbol of freedom and self-determination.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
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.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock says temperatures will climb as the week progresses, setting the stage for possible severe weather.
It's one of the city's longest-running Pride celebrations, and we at CBS News New York are a proud community sponsor. CBS News New York's Kristie Keleshian was there for the festivities.
The stage is set for the Tony Awards on Sunday night at Radio City Music Hall. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin covers arts and entertainment and has a preview from the blue carpet.
The city Parks Department said nearly 260 trees fell during the storms across the city -- with one incident turning deadly. An 86-year-old man was killed in Queens after a tree fell on him inside Forest Park. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin has the latest.
The NYPD and the Secret Service announced there will not be a watch party outside of Madison Square Garden when the Knicks take on the Spurs in Game 3. CBS News New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
