Broadway stars find friendship during pandemic
When Broadway's lights went out over a year ago, thousands were out of work. But these stars found a way to become co-workers – and then, friends.
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Broadway's workers kept hope alive when their entire industry went dark
During the pandemic, they felt invisible. Now, for the workers who make Broadway special, there's finally light at the end of the tunnel.
"It's electric": Broadway reopens at full capacity
It's a crucial return for New York, not just as an art form but also as an economic engine.
Four major musicals return to Broadway
"The Lion King," "Wicked," "Chicago" and "Hamilton" are all debuting Tuesday after theaters in New York City shut down for the COVID-19 pandemic more than a year and a half ago. CBS News Broadway contributor Leigh Scheps gives CBSN's Tanya Rivero a preview.
"Wicked": The making of the musical hit
Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel "Wicked" sought to give a backstory to one of the most haunting figures from L. Frank Baum's "Wizard of Oz": The Wicked Witch of the West. The book would inspire a long-running musical, which has proved a hit both on Broadway and on tour. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with Maguire and composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz, and with the original Glinda and Elphaba, Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel, about a show that has become a beacon for anyone who doesn't fit a conventional mold.
The road to the hit Broadway musical "Wicked"
Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel "Wicked" gave a backstory to one of the most haunting figures from L. Frank Baum's "Wizard of Oz" – and inspired a show that has become a beacon for anyone who doesn't fit a conventional mold.
"Come From Away" makes emotional return
Cast and crew of the Broadway musical "Come From Away" reunited during the COVID-19 shutdown to film a version of the show for Apple TV+. It tells the story of what happened when planeloads of people were diverted to the tiny community of Gander, Newfoundland, on 9/11. Leigh Scheps reports.
Broadway reopens in NYC
A year and a half after the COVID-19 pandemic closed the curtains on Broadway shows, theaters are officially starting to reopen for enthusiastic audiences. Leigh Scheps, senior reporter for Inside Edition Digital, spoke with CBSN's Christina Ruffini about the changes fans can expect.
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Audra McDonald on Aretha Franklin biopic
Broadway icon joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss her role in the highly anticipated Aretha Franklin biopic "Respect."
First Broadway play performs since shutdown
Broadway's first play to return since the COVID-19 shutdown opened in previews Wednesday night. "Pass Over" is about two Black men who dream of a life without racial injustice. CBS News Broadway contributor Leigh Scheps joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more on the night and how iconic shows are getting back up and running.
Broadway theaters will require vaccinations for audience members
Audiences members will also be required to wear masks inside theaters.
"In the Heights" star Anthony Ramos
The actor and singer who was featured in the original cast of Lin-Manuel Miranda's smash hit, "Hamilton," now stars in the film version of Miranda's first Tony Award-winning musical, "In the Heights." Anthony Ramos talks with correspondent Kelefa Sanneh about life in Brooklyn before "Hamilton," Latino representation in musical theater, and the joys and distractions of filming in New York's Washington Heights.
Lin-Manuel Miranda talks "In the Heights"
"Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda's first Broadway hit, "In the Heights," is now a major motion picture directed by Jon M. Chu. Miranda sat down with CBS News contributor Leigh Scheps to talk about the evolution of the show, which has never been more timely — "a musical about Latino immigrants that is written by Latinos with joy and love."
Broadway to resume performances
The curtain will rise on Broadway once again. Performances are set to resume in September after the summer following the industry's longest shutdown in history. Tickets for shows at 100% capacity went on sale earlier this week. Broadway was forced to close on March 12, 2020, a day after the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus a pandemic. Charlotte St. Martin, president of the Broadway League, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the industry's reopening.
"Hamilton" and "The Lion King" set Broadway return date
The show will go on starting September 14.
John Lithgow returns to Broadway
John Lithgow's storied career includes two Oscar-nominated performances and three Emmys for hit TV comedy, "3rd Rock from the Sun." But the actor first made a name for himself in theater. Now, he's returning to the stage in his latest, one-man Broadway show, "Stories by Heart." Lithgow shares deeply personal moments and tales from the same book his stage producer father read to him while growing up. Lithgow joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss conversing with the audience in the Broadway show and his role in the Netflix series, "The Crown."
Cuomo on reopening Broadway and baseball
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says Broadway shows can reopen at 100% capacity beginning September 14, with tickets going on sale this Thursday. He also eased other restrictions in the state and said vaccines will be offered at Yankees and Mets baseball games. Watch his remarks.
Broadway can reopen at 100% capacity in September, Cuomo says
Tickets will go on sale Thursday for Broadway shows this fall.
"Hamilton"-themed summer camps
Hit Broadway show "Hamilton" was a main attraction at many summer camps across the country this year. Most kids would not have elected to spend their summer looking at old paintings or diving into Revolutionary War history, but that was before the smash musical gave them a soundtrack and road map that brought the nation's founding to life. Nancy Cordes reports.
"Dear Evan Hansen" wins six Tonys
New York's famed Radio City Music Hall played host to Sunday night's Tony Awards. Honors went to a dozen of Broadway's best shows, but the season's breakout hit, "Dear Evan Hansen," and Bette Midler were the big winners. First-time host Kevin Spacey brough a stable of impressions and some famous friends to take the stage. Jamie Wax reports.
"Come from Away" cast on hit show
Broadway musical "Come from Away" tells the story of a small town in Newfoundland, Canada where airline passengers were offered safe harbor after planes were grounded there on September 11, 2001. The musical recently won a Drama Desk Award and is up for seven Tony Awards. Mo Rocca reports.
Bette Midler: "I never look back"
Bette Midler has revealed how she prepared for her Broadway return. She stars in the popular revival of "Hello, Dolly!" and she's redesigned the role to fit her unique personality. Her show-stopping performance earned her a Tony nomination. Gayle King previews her "Sunday Morning" interview.
Preview: "War Paint"
"War Paint," the new Broadway musical about cosmetic doyennes Elizabeth Arden and Helena Rubinstein, earned four Tony nominations, including for its stars, Christine Ebersole and Patti LuPone. Don't miss Richard Schlesinger's interview with the actresses, along with author Lindy Woodhead, in a behind-the-scenes story to be broadcast on "Sunday Morning."
2017 Tony Awards nominees
Actor, playwright and CBS News contributor Jamie Wax joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the nominations and how musicals like "Dear Evan Hansen" are connecting with a younger generation.
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