Broadway baby: Lea Michele is back where it all began
Lea Michele, the "Glee" star who made her Broadway debut in "Les Miserables" at age eight, is now back in the same Broadway theater starring in "Chess: The Musical."
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Extended interview: Lea Michele
In this web exclusive, Lea Michele, currently starring in the Broadway musical "Chess," talks with Tracy Smith about debuting on Broadway at age 8 in "Les Miserables"; how "The Phantom of the Opera" ignited her love of musical theater, and how a medical emergency led to her first audition; how she didn't let a car crash get in the way of auditioning for "Glee"; joining the revival of "Funny Girl"; and being back on stage at the Imperial Theatre, where she first performed in "Les Miz."
Lea Michele is back where it all began
Lea Michele made her Broadway debut in "Les Miserables" at the age of eight. The "Glee" star who recently returned to Broadway in the revival of "Funny Girl" is now starring in "Chess: The Musical." She talks with Tracy Smith about stepping into the shoes of her idol Barbra Streisand, and about the challenges she faced giving birth to her second child.
Chenoweth on Broadway return and "Wicked"
Kristin Chenoweth is starring in a new Broadway musical for the first time in a decade. She talks to "CBS Mornings" about the musical, "The Queen of Versailles." The "Wicked" star also reflects on her role as Glinda and talks about Ariana Grande's portrayal of the character in "Wicked: For Good."
Book excerpt: "Defying Gravity," a biography of "Wicked" composer Stephen Schwartz
Biographer Carol de Giere explores the creative career of the Grammy- and Oscar-winning composer of such treasured Broadway and movie hits as "Godspell," "Pippin" and "Wicked."
Stephen Schwartz, a "Wicked" music man
The composer and lyricist behind such hits as "Godspell," "Pippin" and "Wicked" talks about the price of his early success, and why he almost left composing Broadway musicals for good.
Stephen Schwartz, a "Wicked" music man
Stephen Schwartz is the composer-lyricist behind such Broadway hits as "Godspell," "Pippin," and "Wicked," which was adapted into two movies. Mo Rocca talks with Schwartz about the price of his early success, and why he almost left composing Broadway musicals for good. Rocca also talks with Kristin Chenoweth, star of Schwartz's latest Broadway show, "The Queen of Versailles."
Extended interview: "Sunset Boulevard" actress Nicole Scherzinger
In this web exclusive, Nicole Scherzinger, who won a Tony Award for the recent Broadway revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Sunset Boulevard," talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about playing the "beautiful complexity" of femme fatale Norma Desmond. She also discusses the musical's themes of ageism in the entertainment industry; her early theater experiences; and why the original film's tragic story still resonates today.
At 75, "Sunset Boulevard" is ready again for its closeup
In 1950, Billy Wilder directed "Sunset Boulevard," his caustic tale of Hollywood, obsession and murder, in which a fading star of silent pictures tries to recreate her fame. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with actress Nancy Olson about co-starring in the noir classic opposite Gloria Swanson and William Holden. Smith also sits down with Andrew Lloyd Webber, composer of the stage musical adapted from the film; and with Nicole Scherzinger, who won a Tony for the recent Broadway revival playing the femme fatale Norma Desmond.
Gayle King and Adam Glassman brave "The Lion King" stage
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King and Oprah Daily creative director Adam Glassman appeared in the opening number of the hit Broadway musical.
George Clooney: The 2025 60 Minutes Interview
George Clooney made his Broadway debut in "Good Night, and Good Luck," telling the story of pioneering reporter Edward R. Murrow. During rehearsals, Clooney stressed the importance of a free press.
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins on Broadway hit "Purpose"
"Purpose," a powerful Broadway family drama about legacy and faith, took home two awards at last month's Tonys. The man behind it, playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, spoke to CBS News.
Jamie Wax on Broadway debut
Three-time Emmy winner Jean Smart plays a woman trapped in a violent marriage in the one-woman play "Call Me Izzy." The show, written by CBS News contributor Jamie Wax, explores the power of creativity and survival.
Composer Jerry Herman dies at 88
Broadway composer Jerry Herman died on Thursday at the age of 88. Herman wrote cheerful, good-natured music and lyrics for shows including "Mame," "Hello, Dolly!" and "La Cage aux Folles." The creator of 10 Broadway shows, Herman won two Tony Awards for best musical.
"To Kill a Mockingbird" to perform at MSG
Aaron Sorkin's "To Kill a Mockingbird" has been a hit on Broadway. Now they’re headed to Madison Square Garden in February, the first ever Broadway show to perform in the world-famous venue. We’re excited to announce 18,000 New York City Public School students are getting invites to see the show for free.
"Jagged Little Pill" director Diane Paulus
Alanis Morissette's music is making the transition to Broadway, in a new stage musical inspired by her landmark album "Jagged Little Pill." Correspondent Luke Burbank met backstage with Tony Award-winning director Diane Paulus ("Pippin," "Hair," "The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess"), who talked about her attraction to the material and the cathartic ritual of theater.
Jeff Goldblum on exploring the world
Acting legend Jeff Goldblum has starred in popular Hollywood movies like "Jurassic Park," "The Fly," and "Independence Day." But it’s right here in the Big Apple where he got his start. Goldblum joins "CBS This Morning" from atop the Empire State Building, just blocks from where he made his Broadway debut. Now, he explores the world in his new show "The World According to Jeff Goldblum."
Ebersole, LuPone on "War Paint"
In this web extra, the Tony-nominated stars of the Broadway musical "War Paint," Christine Ebersole and Patti LuPone, talk with correspondent Richard Schlesinger about their real-life characters, cosmetic icons Elizabeth Arden and Helena Rubinstein, and about the high theatrics of the business magnates' lives.
Stephen Sondheim celebrates teachers
Broadway musical legend Stephen Sondheim treasures the role that teachers have played in his life, and today helps honor educators with the annual Kennedy Center/Stephen Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Awards. In this web exclusive, Mo Rocca talks with Sondheim about the teachers who have inspired him, and visits with a recent award recipient, Tracey Rains of Gatlinburg-Pittman High School in Tennessee, whose selfless mentoring of student Chelsea Hayes was nothing short of life-altering.
Jimmy Buffett comes to Broadway
Tracy Smith profiles singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett, whose popular music is now the basis of a Broadway musical, "Escape to Margaritaville."
Tina Fey on cliques and the inspiration behind "Mean Girls"
In this web exclusive, writer-comedian Tina Fey, whose 2004 film "Mean Girls" has been transferred to the Broadway stage as a musical, talks with Jane Pauley about the inspiration behind the film and play, Rosalind Wiseman's book about how to navigate cliques, "Queen Bees and Wannabes."
Tina Fey on the creative team behind "Mean Girls"
Tina Fey, who wrote the 2004 film "Mean Girls," talks with Jane Pauley about her collaborators who helped turn the teen comedy into a Broadway musical.
Oh, snap! Tina Fey on self-deprecating humor
In this web exclusive, Tina Fey, the writer behind the new Broadway musical "Mean Girls," explains to "Sunday Morning" host Jane Pauley how her East Coast roots are the basis of her humor.
Dance Man: Justin Peck
The Broadway revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein's musical "Carousel" features some very contemporary touches: dances created by a 21st century sensation, 30-year old Justin Peck. Rita Braver profiles the dancer and choreographer whose invigorating work with the New York City Ballet has ballet and dance audiences on their toes.
"The Boys in the Band" playwright Mart Crowley
Erin Moriarty interviews playwright Mart Crowley, whose groundbreaking 1968 play "The Boys in the Band," about a group of gay men attending a birthday party, is now on Broadway in a revival starring Jim Parsons and Zachary Quinto.
Survivors of Sept. 2 boat strike were waving before second attack, sources say
Two people who survived a U.S. attack on an alleged drug boat were waving overhead before they were killed in a now-controversial second strike, according to two sources.
Russia targets Ukraine with massive drone attack amid diplomatic talks
Russia launched a huge attack on Ukraine overnight as the country marked Armed Forces Day on Saturday, Ukraine's air force said.
CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
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Supreme Court to decide constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
National Guard member is "slowly healing" after D.C. shooting, governor says
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said the family expects Andrew Wolfe to be in acute care for another two to three weeks.
Suspect in D.C. pipe bomb case ordered detained in first court appearance
The man suspected of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC headquarters in 2021 was ordered detained in his first appearance in federal court.
Indiana House GOP advances 9-0 congressional map, sending plan to state Senate
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Minnesota officials saw signs of massive fraud even before COVID hit
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Here's where minimum wage increases are set to kick in next year
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
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National Guard member is "slowly healing" after D.C. shooting, governor says
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said the family expects Andrew Wolfe to be in acute care for another two to three weeks.
When a Lowe's store cat disappeared, staff pulled out all the stops to find her
When Francine the cat went missing from her Richmond, Virginia, store, employees determined she must have wandered onto a freight truck bound for a distribution center 85 miles away in North Carolina.
Report finds Afghanistan mission was "two-decade long effort fraught with waste"
The final report this week from the special inspector general for Afghanistan identified $26 billion in waste, fraud, and abuse in U.S. reconstruction spending in Afghanistan since 2009.
2 Louisiana inmates on the run after escape through damaged jail wall
Officials in Louisiana say two inmates accused of violent crimes are on the run after escaping from jail by removing pieces of a wall and using sheets to scale a wall.
For Gen Zers, finding work after college is often a painful slog
"It's very discouraging," said one young job-seeker as employers pull back on hiring entry-level workers.
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Officials expand probe into Waymo over robotaxis driving around buses
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Trump touts $20 trillion in new U.S. investments, but numbers don't add up
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Elon Musk's X fined $140 million for violating EU transparency rules
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U.S., Ukrainian officials will meet again Saturday on peace plan
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Survivors of Sept. 2 boat strike were waving before second attack, sources say
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Report finds Afghanistan mission was "two-decade long effort fraught with waste"
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Indiana House GOP advances 9-0 congressional map, sending plan to state Senate
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CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
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Could pets be next for weight loss drugs? Here's what to know about a study.
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CDC panel to vote Friday on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
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12 ex-FDA leaders criticize claims made by agency's current vaccine chief
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CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
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Russia targets Ukraine with massive drone attack amid diplomatic talks
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Death toll passes 900 after extreme flooding, landslides in Indonesia
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U.S., Ukrainian officials will meet again Saturday on peace plan
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Elon Musk's X fined $140 million for violating EU transparency rules
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Frank Gehry, renowned architect, dies at age 96
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Waymo says its cars are better at avoiding crashes
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Elon Musk's X fined $140 million for violating EU transparency rules
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Google reveals top search trends of 2025
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
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Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
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Grijalva says she was pepper sprayed by ICE
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Netflix-Warner Bros. deal could face hurdles
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