How "Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical" was born during the pandemic
The song went viral and reached millions of people around the world and created a movement online, bringing together theater professionals and TikTok users.
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NYC holiday season in the time of COVID-19
In a year unlike any other, Anthony Mason walks around his native New York City to take stock of the pandemic's impact on this city's iconic holiday season. Mason goes Christmas wreath shopping with Cyndi Lauper, walks down shuttered Broadway with Tony winner Brian Stokes Mitchell, watches New York City Ballet's Tiler Peck dance "The Sugar Plum Fairy" from George Balanchine's "The Nutcracker," and visits with Central Synagogue's Cantor Mutlu for a Hanukkah message that meets the moment for a city that has survived and continues to endure.
Tik Tok users create "Ratatouille" musical
Back in August, Tik Tok user Emily Jacobsen posted a short original song she had written inspired by the film "Ratatouille." As more people saw her video, they became inspired to create their own songs about the movie. Vladimir Duthiers has more on the evolution of this crowd-sourced musical.
Broadway performers contemplate an uncertain future
Seven months after it first closed its doors, Broadway performers are searching for a way to keep their beloved institution alive.
The New Season in theater: The show will go on, some day
With the "Great White Way" dark since March, audiences are awaiting the time when live theatrical productions will once again tread the boards
"Sunday Morning" Matinee: "Girl From The North Country"
"Girl From The North Country," a musical featuring the music of Bob Dylan, was the last show to open on Broadway prior to the shutdown in March due to the coronavirus outbreak. To express the show's message of hope, cast members Colton Ryan and Caitlin Houlahan came together virtually for this performance of the song "I Want You," recorded exclusively for "CBS Sunday Morning" viewers.
"Sunday Morning" Matinee: "Jeannette"
"Jeannette" is a new Broadway-bound pop musical about Jeannette Rankin, the first female Member of Congress, who served as a representative of Montana beginning even before women had won the right to vote nationwide. In this video for "Sunday Morning," the cast of "Jeannette" performs the debut song from the show, "Heart and Soul." Music and lyrics by Ari Afsar; book by Lauren M. Gunderson.
Namath, who earned the nickname "Broadway Joe" while playing with the Jets, talks with Rita Braver about football, his career, and his health after leaving the playing field
Super Bowl legend and former New York Jets star believes he has suffered some long-term effects from concussions he got while playing in the NFL. Namath, who earned the nickname "Broadway Joe" while playing with the Jets, talks with Rita Braver about football, his career, and his health after leaving the playing field.
The Great White Way will dim lights for Philip Seymour Hoffman and more in today's Eye on Entertainment
The Great White Way will dim lights for Philip Seymour Hoffman, and Broadway remembers Phillip Seymour Hoffman. Suzanne Marques as today's Eye on Entertainment.
Philip Seymour Hoffman's sudden death has shocked Hollywood, Broadway, and fans. The Oscar-winning actor, who was just 46 years old, appeared in more than 50 movies and a series of Broadway plays. He apparently died from a heroin overdose
Philip Seymour Hoffman's sudden death has shocked Hollywood, Broadway, and fans. The Oscar-winning actor, who was just 46 years old, appeared in more than 50 movies and a series of Broadway plays. He apparently died from a heroin overdose. Gayle King reports.
Jamie Wax sat down with actor Billy Porter to discuss his rocky path to his current success
Billy Porter stars in the hottest Broadway show "Kinky Boots" as the electrifying Lola. "CBS This Morning" correspondent Jamie Wax sat down with Porter to discuss his rocky path to his current success.
"Lord of the Rings" and "Pirates of the Caribbean" star Orlando Bloom is currently tackling Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" on Broadway
"Lord of the Rings" and "Pirates of the Caribbean" star Orlando Bloom is currently tackling Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" on Broadway, while also dealing with the tabloids' coverage over his high-profile marital breakup. Bloom sat down with Rita Braver to talk about his life and career.
Linda Lavin: "I've worked more in these 2½ months than I have in 2½ years"
Since the pandemic began, the star of the classic sitcom "Alice" has performed online concerts, and released a new album – evidence that much of her success comes from always advocating for herself
"Sunday Morning" Matinee: Celebrating Rodgers & Hart
2020 marks the centenary of the Broadway debut of the first professional collaboration by one of musical theater's most legendary duos, Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart. To honor their songwriting legacy, Broadway stars Jelani Alladin ("Frozen," "Hercules") and Christiani Pitts ("King Kong," "A Bronx Tale"), along with dancer Richard Riaz Yoder ("Hello, Dolly!," "Shuffle Along"), present a modern take on the Rodgers & Hart standard "The Lady Is a Tramp," recorded especially for the "Sunday Morning" audience. Music direction and arrangements by drummer Bryan Carter, who performs alongside bassist Russell Hall.
Sara Bareilles on her new show, Nick Cordero
Sara Bareilles talks about her new show, "Little Voice" on Apple TV+. She also shares her experience with anxiety and remembers the life of Nick Cordero.
Sara Bareilles remembers Nick Cordero as "deeply kind"
Bareilles, who is the executive producer of the new show "Little Voice," said she is "so grateful" to have known Cordero.
Why "I Feel Pretty" isn't in the "West Side Story" Revival
In interviews from 1988 and 2020, Stephen Sondheim tells 60 Minutes why he never liked "I Feel Pretty" and why it's not in the 2020 "West Side Story" revival.
"West Side Story" lyrics still embarrass Sondheim
Stephen Sondheim tells 60 Minutes why some songs in "West Side Story" make him look away.
"West Side Story": Behind the scenes of the new revival
"West Side Story" is getting an update. Bill Whitaker reports on the new twists making their way to one of America's most iconic musicals.
Nick Cordero's baby kissed video of him on phone
"And Elvis saw it and smiled – and I'm not even kidding – leans into the phone to give his dad a kiss," Amanda Kloots said.
Nick Cordero, Broadway actor who battled COVID-19, dies at 41
Cordero's leg was amputated after he was sedated in the ICU for 18 days.
Broadway star Nick Cordero dies
Tributes are pouring in for Nick Cordero, the Broadway star who has lost a three-month battle with the coronavirus. Cordero was just 41 when he died Sunday at a Los Angeles hospital. His wife, Amanda Kloots, wrote on Instagram, "He was surrounded in love by his family, singing and praying as he gently left this earth." Gayle King reports.
How accurate is Hamilton?
Did history really happen the way the hit show portrays it?
Daveed Diggs on powerful new video
"Hamilton" star Daveed Diggs joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss a powerful new video questioning the meaning of the Independence Day holiday for Black Americans, and how Frederick Douglass' July 4 speech resonates today.
"Hamilton" cast members answer students' questions
The film of "Hamilton" is being released this Friday. 60 Minutes' cameras were there when Lin-Manuel Miranda, Christopher Jackson, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Daveed Diggs and Thomas Kail spoke to high school students back in 2016.
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Iran strikes another ship in Strait of Hormuz as Israel steps up Lebanon attacks
Israel is being condemned by Lebanese leaders for a strike in the south that killed at least nine people, including children, according to the health ministry.
Tropical Storm Lala close to hurricane strength as it nears Hawaii
Tropical Storm Lala is expected to become a hurricane and bring dangerous conditions to Hawaii this weekend, forecasters say.
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case, admits shooting Brian Thompson
Luigi Mangione entered a guilty plea in his federal case at a court appearance in Manhattan Friday morning.
2 powerful earthquakes hit Indonesia on same day, at least 47 dead
With magnitudes of 7.7 and 6.4, two earthquakes struck different parts of Indonesia on the same day.
Construction workers find $10 million gold stash in renovations
Police issued a warning telling "gold prospectors" to stay away from the construction site
USS Washington aircraft carrier heads to Middle East to replace USS Lincoln
The USS George Washington aircraft carrier departed Vietnam last week and is headed to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, according to a U.S. official.
Ex-Cambridge professor dies week after resigning amid plagiarism allegations
Jason Arday, who was Cambridge's youngest Black professor, died in London on Friday, the school said.
5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
Air traffic controller saves day when 2 jets with same call number converge
An air traffic controller's quick thinking helped avert a dangerous situation when two jets, one landing in Phoenix and the other simultaneously taking off, shared the same flight number and radio frequency.
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5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
Candice Davis' first pregnancy was going smoothly until she began feeling some nausea and pain one afternoon.
Air traffic controller saves day when 2 jets with same call number converge
An air traffic controller's quick thinking helped avert a dangerous situation when two jets, one landing in Phoenix and the other simultaneously taking off, shared the same flight number and radio frequency.
Why freshmen at one high school give their mothers a goodbye kiss on their first day
For the last 26 years at Bishop Kelley High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the seniors surround the cars of the incoming freshmen and don't let them out until they do one specific thing: give their mothers a goodbye kiss.
Army temporarily grounds Apache helicopter training flights after deadly crash
The U.S. Army said Friday it is temporarily halting Apache helicopter training flights after two soldiers were killed earlier this week in a crash near Fort Hood, Texas.
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Hormuz chaos highlights risks for other global trade chokepoints
The war in Iran has underscored how disruptions to a key shipping route thousands of miles away can have a material impact on American consumers.
FDA upgrades egg recall linked to salmonella to highest risk level
U.S. food regulators say 1.6 million cartons of recalled eggs can "cause serious adverse health consequences or death."
How to get a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court
The U.S. has refunded more than $100 billion in illegal tariffs to businesses, and some of that money is going to consumers — here's what to know.
Walmart tomato soup kits recalled over Listeria risk, FDA says
The 14oz soup kits were distributed at Walmart stores in 29 states between June 30 and July 7, according to the FDA.
See how much renters pay for a 2-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities
Nearly half of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing. Here's what it costs to rent a two-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities.
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Army temporarily grounds Apache helicopter training flights after deadly crash
The U.S. Army said Friday it is temporarily halting Apache helicopter training flights after two soldiers were killed earlier this week in a crash near Fort Hood, Texas.
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Inside "the Pool": Fugitive arrested in alleged cross-border car trade scheme
Along the Texas-Mexico border, prosecutors say a group of businessmen found a way to monopolize the trade of used cars — a scheme called "the Pool." This week, authorities say they caught one alleged member.
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Justice Department expands military's power to detain migrants near border
The Justice Department issued a legal opinion giving the U.S. military broader powers to detain migrants near certain areas along the southern border.
Feds charge woman for allegedly vandalizing World War II Memorial in D.C.
The top federal prosecutor in Washington, D.C., said a woman has been arrested and faces two felony charges related to vandalism of the World War II Memorial.
Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene in White House ballroom legal fight
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to intervene in the legal battle over President Trump's White House ballroom.
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Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
Candice Davis' first pregnancy was going smoothly until she began feeling some nausea and pain one afternoon.
My husband was kicked out of hospice. Here's what I learned.
Some seriously ill patients improve on hospice. About 1 in 16 patients enrolled in hospice care lose eligibility as a result. Here's how to get appropriate care.
Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
Maps and charts show record number of measles cases in U.S. this year
CBS News has been tracking a record number of measles cases and outbreaks around the country. The majority of cases are among those who haven't been vaccinated.
Norah O'Donnell: I take testosterone. Here's why.
Norah O'Donnell sat down with her own doctor, Rachel Rubin, to tackle the important topic of menopause: How your body changes, why women may be needlessly suffering, and what you can actually do about it.
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Liechtenstein moves to change succession laws, paves way for women on throne
The change shouldn't affect the top of the line of Liechtenstein's royal house succession in the immediate future.
Father and young sons rescued after 16 hours stranded off Thai island
The father and his two sons had rented a jet ski from a local operator, but failed to return it at the agreed time.
Construction workers find $10 million gold stash in renovations
Police issued a warning telling "gold prospectors" to stay away from the construction site
2 powerful earthquakes hit Indonesia on same day, at least 47 dead
With magnitudes of 7.7 and 6.4, two earthquakes struck different parts of Indonesia on the same day.
Ex-Cambridge professor dies week after resigning amid plagiarism allegations
Jason Arday, who was Cambridge's youngest Black professor, died in London on Friday, the school said.
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Rain floods the Midwest as Lala looms over Hawaii. We look inside a spy satellite company. Plus, Putin's meeting with President Trump, a year later.
Elizabeth Cook sings "Girls of Atomic City"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Girls of Atomic City."
Elizabeth Cook takes us to "Sunset Promenade"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Sunset Promenade."
Elizabeth Cook sings "Razorwire Wall"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Razorwire Wall."
Jeff Daniels and Jared Harris on new film
Emmy-winner Jeff Daniels stars as President Ronald Reagan and Jared Harris portrays Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev in "The Brink of War," a film that portrays the two leaders at the 1986 Reykjavik Summit. Daniels and Harris share their experiences playing these two historical figures amid a period of high political tension.
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The silent spy game orbiting above Earth's skies
Above Earth's atmosphere, an arms race is unfolding. Thousands of miles above the ground, satellites from different companies and nations are observing us and each other. To learn more, Olivia Gazis traveled to Vantor, a Colorado-based satellite technology company.
Where to get the latest CBS Mornings Deals
On this edition of CBS Deals, we show you items that will help improve your everyday lifestyle. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. CBS earns commissions on purchases made through cbsdeals.com.
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.
French teen social media ban struck down by top constitutional authority
France's social media ban, which was due to take effect on Sept. 1, would have barred younger users from networks such as TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram.
Using AI in your romantic relationships
AI is making its way into people's love lives - some say it has helped to improve their conversations while others have used it to end a relationship. Dr. Sue Varma discusses how to use AI properly, set boundaries and identify warning signs of becoming too emotionally dependent.
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Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
How a total solar eclipse stopped a war
Columbia University astronomy professor Dr. Janna Levin joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse, saying it's a reminder that humans share this Earth together and "we're all part of something larger."
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
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Mozart statuettes snatched in classical caper
To celebrate Mozart's 270th birthday this year, German artist Ottmar Hörl made 320 statuettes of the composer and his dog, Pimperl, placing them around Salzburg, Austria. However, the statuettes have been pilfered.
Italian art heist foiled
Five accused thieves are under arrest after police say they took $10 million worth of art from a private museum in an Italian villa.
Why did Luigi Mangione plead guilty?
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to two federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, reading a statement aloud to the court. Anna Schecter reports.
5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
Luigi Mangione's Guilty Plea, Explained
A major development in the Luigi Mangione case: after previously pleading not guilty to federal stalking charges, Mangione changed his plea to guilty and also admitted to shooting United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal analyst Caroline Polisi and CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman examine what changed, why the plea change matters, and what comes next in the state murder case.
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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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Rain floods the Midwest as Lala looms over Hawaii. We look inside a spy satellite company. Plus, Putin's meeting with President Trump, a year later.
Elizabeth Cook sings "Girls of Atomic City"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Girls of Atomic City."
Elizabeth Cook takes us to "Sunset Promenade"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Sunset Promenade."
Elizabeth Cook sings "Razorwire Wall"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Razorwire Wall."
Janet Fash explains "Lifeguard: A Love Story"
Janet Fash made history when she became the first woman to serve as New York City's chief lifeguard. She joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to share stories from her new memoir, "Lifeguard: A Love Story."