Tony-winner André De Shields on "Hadestown" and his "karmic debt" for a life on stage
The Broadway legend credits his parents for knowing his purpose in life, and explains the secret of his longevity as an actor
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Billy Porter's gown made from "Kinky Boots" curtain
"This is for female empowerment, that's a uterus," Porter said about the embellishment on the back of the dress
Tonys 2019: "Hadestown" the big winner
Here's a full list of winners from the 73rd Annual Tony Awards
Ali Stroker is 1st person in wheelchair to win Tony Award
"This award is for every kid who is watching tonight who has a disability, who has a limitation or a challenge, who has been waiting to see themselves represented ..." she said Sunday night
Tony Awards 2019: Red carpet looks from your favorite stars
See Broadway stars walk the red carpet at Radio City Music Hall in New York City at the 73rd Annual Tony Awards
Corden stressing about "big, ambitious" Tonys opening number
"There is a feeling that we may have bitten off slightly more than we can chew," the "Late Late Show" host said
Tony-nominated director re-imagines "Oklahoma!" for the 21st century
For the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Jamie Wax sat down with a first-time nominee, an Academy Award-winning playwright, a director and a Broadway veteran
Dual Tony-nominee Jeremy Pope on playing a choir boy and a Temptation
The 26-year-old actor became the first black man in Tony history to earn two acting nominations in the same season
"To Kill a Mockingbird" comes to Broadway
With Aaron Sorkin writing the adaptation and Jeff Daniels starring as Atticus Finch, the Harper Lee classic hits the stage
Making "To Kill a Mockingbird" for a modern audience
Aaron Sorkin and Jeff Daniels tell 60 Minutes how the theme of racial injustice resonates today—and the emotional scene not included in Sorkin's play
"Hadestown’s" unlikely journey to Broadway
"Hadestown" is the most-nominated show of the year at next week’s Tony Awards. The modern day musical is based on an ancient greek myth. Anthony Mason gives a backstage look at "Hadestown's" unlikely journey to Broadway and the two women who are the creative forces behind it.
2019 Tony Awards: Stream songs from this year's nominated musicals, revivals
Fans of musical theater can listen to songs and excerpts from this year's nominated productions, including streams of cast albums and behind-the-scenes video
Annette Bening on "All My Sons"
The actress, a Tony nominee for the Broadway revival of Arthur Miller's classic drama, has an emotional connection to its story of a family's loss during World War II
Bryan Cranston says "Network" is a warning about "ideological camps"
The Tony nominee says viewers should be open to receiving ideas and information from outside their "ideological camp"
Jeff Daniels on "To Kill a Mockingbird": "People walk out changed"
The actor is nominated for a Tony Award for the Broadway adaptation of Harper Lee's classic story
Broadway's first actor in a wheelchair feels "most powerful" on stage
The "Oklahoma!" star, who became Broadway's first actor in a wheelchair, is living her dream
2019 Tony Awards: Full list of nominees
"Hadestown" earned 14 nominations — the most of any production this year — followed by The Temptations bio musical "Ain't Too Proud" with 12 nods
"Hadestown" tops Tony Awards nominations
It's a big day for Broadway. The nominees for the 73rd annual Tony Awards were announced, and the musical "Hadestown" garnered the most with 14 nominations. CBS News contributor Jamie Wax joins CBSN with a look at this year's nominees.
Tony Awards 2019 nominations revealed
Two-time Tony Award winner Bebe Neuwirth, two-time past Tony nominee Brandon Victor Dixon and “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King reveal the nominees for some of the top categories from the 2019 Tony Awards.
Bebe Neuwirth, Brandon Victor Dixon on Tonys
Two-time Tony Award winner Bebe Neuwirth and two-time past Tony nominee Brandon Victor Dixon speak with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King ahead of the announcement of Tony Award 2019 nominees.
"Gary" playwright Taylor Mac
As a followup to William Shakespeare's bloodiest play, "Titus Andronicus," Taylor Mac has penned an unlikely sequel: "Gary," a new Broadway comedy starring Nathan Lane as a servant hired to clean up the bloody mess of Shakespeare's tragedy. John Blackstone sits down with Mac, a playwright and performance artist best known for his 24-hour-long epic, "A 24-Decade History of Popular Music."
"Network" and the changing state of TV news
In the years since the premiere of Paddy Chayefsky's Oscar-winning satire "Network," in which TV news anchor Howard Beale became a "mad prophet of the airwaves," 24-hour cable news operations have taken to heart the movie's lesson: Success lies in the incitement of anger. "Sunday Morning" special correspondent Ted Koppel talks with Bryan Cranston, starring as Howard Beale in a new Broadway version of "Network"; former TV news executive Dick Wald; cable news veteran Greta Van Susteren; and Carlos Maza, host of the Vox series "Strikethrough," about the state of TV news today.
"To Kill a Mockingbird": A story for our time
The critically-lauded Broadway play adapted from Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel is finding cogent meaning among today's young audiences
"Ain't Too Proud": The Temptations' story comes to Broadway
A new musical recreates the era of the Motown greats
The magic behind Broadway's "King Kong"
"King Kong" made a huge splash when the movie character first appeared on screen back in 1933 and it's remained a part of global pop culture ever since, showing up in sequels and big-budget remakes over the decades. His latest incarnation puts the giant ape somewhere both new and familiar in New York City. Jamie Wax reports.
Entertainment
Amy Sherald's "everyday people"
A New York City exhibition by the artist whose painting of Michelle Obama became a sensation features portraits of everyday models
Book excerpt: "Janis: Her Life and Music"
Holly George-Warren's biography of the rock and blues singer examines her trailblazing career, rebelliousness, and assertions of female power and individuality
Lady Gaga falls off stage in Las Vegas
The mishap occurred after the star invited a fan on stage with her
Listen to 12 essential Janis Joplin tracks
Music journalist Holly George-Warren, author of the new biography, "Janis: Her Life and Music," offers "Sunday Morning" a roster of Joplin hits – well-known and rare – that capture the brilliance and power of the rock and blues singer
Prince Harry says every camera flash reminds him of Diana's death
"Every single time I see a camera, every single time I hear a click, every single time I see a flash, it takes me straight back," he said. "In that respect, it's the worst reminder of her life as opposed to the best"
"Barney" movie to be produced by Daniel Kaluuya
The "Get Out" actor said Barney "disappeared into the shadows, left misunderstood" – and we're going to find out what happened
Simon Sinek on new book "The Infinite Game"
New York Times bestselling author and educator Simon Sinek gave one of the most popular TED talks ever. With nearly 50 million views online, Sinek's talk inspires people to live their most successful lives. Sinek joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his new book, "The Infinite Game," which explains how you can achieve success by thinking of life like a game with no end.
Barbie's Malibu Dreamhouse is available to rent on Airbnb
Come on Barbie, let's go party — Mattel is listing the beloved doll's iconic Malibu Dreamhouse
"The Batman" casts Paul Dano as the Riddler
"The Batman" has found its supervillain
Preview: Martin Scorsese, Al Pacino and Robert De Niro on "The Irishman"
In their first-ever joint TV interview, the director and actors talk about their first collaboration, an acclaimed mob epic about a hit man and the fate of union leader Jimmy Hoffa
William and Kate play cricket in Pakistan
The latest stops on the royal tour of Pakistan included a cricket academy, a children's hospital, and a historic mosque
From 1984: Artist Helen Frankenthaler
In this report originally broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" September 16, 1984, correspondent Eugenia Zuckerman met with one of the most important of American post-war painters, Helen Frankenthaler (1928-2011), as she prepared for an exhibition of her abstract expressionist work at the André Emmerich Gallery in New York City, and talked about her artistic process, which she described as "a kind of magic."
Elton John calls Disney's "Lion King" remake a "huge disappointment"
"The new version of The Lion King was a huge disappointment to me, because I believe they messed the music up," John said. "The magic and joy were lost."
Reality TV show's challenge: Go vegetarian or eat your pet
British program challenges meat eaters to live with animals — and kill them if they decide to stay carnivores
Paul Rudd on the challenges of playing opposite himself in new series
In the new Netflix series, "Living With Yourself," Rudd finds himself replaced by a better version of himself
World
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UK lawmakers to vote on whether to delay final decision on Brexit
Lawmakers gathered for their first Saturday sitting since the 1982 Falklands War
U.K. Parliament meets for Brexit deal vote in rare Saturday session
"If they wish to avoid a no deal outcome, the single best thing they could do is vote for this deal tonight," Boris Johnson says
Attack at mosque kills 62 during prayers in Afghanistan
The attack underscored the record-high number of civilians dying in the country's 18-year war
Ex-model accuses Jeffrey Epstein's friend of rape
Several women have come forward in recent weeks with allegations against a model agent that span three decades
Prince Harry says every camera flash reminds him of Diana's death
"Every single time I see a camera, every single time I hear a click, every single time I see a flash, it takes me straight back," he said. "In that respect, it's the worst reminder of her life as opposed to the best"
U.S.
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Tropical Storm Nestor bears down on the Gulf Coast
Storm surge and winds are lashing much of Florida's Gulf Coast
Mayor: Top cop said he was drinking before being found asleep
Superintendent Eddie Johnson told reporters he felt he might faint as he was driving home from dinner, so he pulled over to rest not far from his home
Tree of Life Synagogue to reopen as "symbol against hatred"
Pittsburgh synagogue is the site of a 2018 mass shooting where 11 people were fatally shot.
"'Ceasefire' is far from a victory": Top GOP senators slam Trump's strategy
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said "America's wars will be 'endless' only if America refuses to win them"
Jury recommends death penalty for "The Hollywood Ripper"
A Los Angeles jury recommended the death penalty Friday for Michael Gargiulo, 43
Politics
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House Dems work on bill to condemn Trump decision to hold G-7 at Doral
The decision to hold the next G-7 summit of world leaders at the president's golf resort was announced Thursday
"'Ceasefire' is far from a victory": Top GOP senators slam Trump's strategy
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said "America's wars will be 'endless' only if America refuses to win them"
2020 Daily Trail Markers: 40% in U.S. say basic medical costs are a hardship
Many Americans say they've had problems paying medical bills, and over a third say they've gone without medical treatment because of the costs, a new CBS News poll finds
Jane Fonda arrested with Sam Waterston in climate change protest
"Make no mistake, change is coming, whether we like it or not," Fonda said before being arrested
Trump taps new energy secretary to replace Rick Perry
Dan Brouillette is currently the deputy energy secretary
Entertainment
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Amy Sherald's "everyday people"
A New York City exhibition by the artist whose painting of Michelle Obama became a sensation features portraits of everyday models
Book excerpt: "Janis: Her Life and Music"
Holly George-Warren's biography of the rock and blues singer examines her trailblazing career, rebelliousness, and assertions of female power and individuality
Lady Gaga falls off stage in Las Vegas
The mishap occurred after the star invited a fan on stage with her
Listen to 12 essential Janis Joplin tracks
Music journalist Holly George-Warren, author of the new biography, "Janis: Her Life and Music," offers "Sunday Morning" a roster of Joplin hits – well-known and rare – that capture the brilliance and power of the rock and blues singer
Prince Harry says every camera flash reminds him of Diana's death
"Every single time I see a camera, every single time I hear a click, every single time I see a flash, it takes me straight back," he said. "In that respect, it's the worst reminder of her life as opposed to the best"
Technology
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Mark Hurd, Oracle CEO, dies at 62
Software giant's chief was on leave of absence for health issues, and no cause of death was disclosed
Facebook might have prevented the Iraq war, Zuckerberg says
Elizabeth Warren and Bernice King blast Facebook founder after he defends policy of permitting lies in political ads
Facebook drops from ranks of top 10 brands
A series of scandals appear to be tarnishing the social media company's corporate reputation
Verizon outage hits customers across the U.S.
Verizon said it's fixed the problem and recommends customers try restarting their phones if they still have problems
8 apps and video games China has a hand in
Chinese companies are involved in some of the world's most popular tech products, posing a conundrum for U.S. businesses
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Nature up close: The pros and cons of introducing non-native fish species
Anglers may welcome fighters like trout, but stocking lakes and streams with non-native fish can have disastrous impacts on other organisms
Historic all-female spacewalk a milestone for NASA
NASA astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir got a congratulatory phone call from President Trump
"Bomb cyclone" sets record as strongest October storm ever in Boston area
The nor'easter dumped heavy rain that caused flooding in areas from North Carolina to Maine
Zoo debuts mysterious self-healing "blob" that has nearly 720 sexes
It has no mouth, stomach, eyes, brain or nervous system — but it can learn, remember things and even find its way out of a maze
Historic all-female spacewalk, by the numbers
Facts and figures about NASA's first all-female spacewalk
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Opioid epidemic cost U.S. more than $600 billion over 4 years
Along with ruining lives, the public health crisis has had a devastating impact on the nation's economy
Toxic metals found in 95% of baby foods, study finds
The study tested 61 brands and found many contained lead and arsenic
Americans more concerned about health care costs than universal coverage
More than four in 10 say affording medical care is a hardship
Johnson & Johnson recalls baby powder for asbestos
Consumer products giant said the recall is limited to a single batch made and shipped in the U.S. in 2018
Green Beret uses theater to cope with the trauma of war
"Last Out" is inspired by the 23 years one man spent in the Army. For him, writing the play was a form of therapy.
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U.K. Parliament meets for Brexit deal vote in rare Saturday session
"If they wish to avoid a no deal outcome, the single best thing they could do is vote for this deal tonight," Boris Johnson says
House Dems work on bill to condemn Trump decision to hold G-7 at Doral
The decision to hold the next G-7 summit of world leaders at the president's golf resort was announced Thursday
Facebook might have prevented the Iraq war, Zuckerberg says
Elizabeth Warren and Bernice King blast Facebook founder after he defends policy of permitting lies in political ads
Sanofi becomes latest drugmaker to recall Zantac
Recall comes after federal regulators found unsafe levels of a known carcinogen in the popular heartburn drug
Facebook drops from ranks of top 10 brands
A series of scandals appear to be tarnishing the social media company's corporate reputation
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Jury recommends death penalty for "The Hollywood Ripper"
A Los Angeles jury recommended the death penalty Friday for Michael Gargiulo, 43
Video shows Kamille McKinney moments before her disappearance
Kamille "Cupcake" McKinney was last seen outside an apartment complex with another toddler
El Chapo's son captured then released
During a shootout between Mexican authorities and the powerful Sinaloa cartel, the son of notorious drug boss Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman was captured. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman speaks with CBSN about why authorities then released him, even while the United States has an active warrant out for his arrest.
Mexico defends releasing son of "El Chapo" during gun battle
At least eight people were killed in the chaos
Could Heather Bogle's murderer have killed before?
One woman tells "48 Hours" she suspects the man convicted of the brutal killing of a 28-year-old Sandusky County, Ohio, mother also murdered her sister nearly six years earlier
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Trump talks to astronauts during spacewalk
President Trump congratulated NASA astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir in a phone call from the White House as the two wrapped up the first all-female spacewalk in history. Mr. Trump also talked about plans for future NASA missions to the moon and Mars.
Historic all-female spacewalk a milestone for NASA
NASA astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir got a congratulatory phone call from President Trump
First all-female spacewalk to take place Friday
NASA announced the first all-female spacewalk will take place Friday and unveiled a new spacesuit for the moon and Mars. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN from the Kennedy Space Center with details.
Historic all-female spacewalk, by the numbers
Facts and figures about NASA's first all-female spacewalk
NASA names new chief of human spaceflight
Douglas Loverro faces a full plate as NASA gears up for accelerated moon program
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Halloween comes early at New York Comic Con
The largest pop culture event on the East Coast drew hordes of sci-fi, fantasy, anime and comic book fans, many of whom came in disguises (or, in the case of some superheroes, discarded them)
NFL team owners, from richer to richest
The average NFL franchise is valued at $2 billion, so it should come as no surprise that most of the league's owners claim over $1 billion in net worth
The worst movies of the century
These are the lowest-rated films since 2000.
Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped
The 50 most popular baby girl names
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"The Faces of Family Separation"
CBS News takes viewers inside the real-life challenges facing migrant families split apart by the Trump administration's "Zero Tolerance" policy. The documentary provides an immersive look at the hotly debated issue through the eyes of those impacted the most — the fathers, mothers, sons and daughters separated and unaware when they'll see their family members again.
W.H. fights backlash over Syria withdrawal
President Trump is urging Republicans to stick together and in his words from a tweet Friday night "fight." This comes as the White House tries to recover from an admission by the president's acting chief of staff this week that the U.S. did withhold $400 million in U.S. military aid to Ukraine. Weijia Jiang reports.
Democrats keep up impeachment pressure
Republican strategist Matt Gorman and Democratic strategist Isaac Wright joined CBSN to break down how Republicans and Democrats have been talking impeachment as we near one month into the inquiry.
Generals, GOP rebuke Trump
President Trump on Friday faced attacks from the top Republicans in Congress over his decision to pull troops out of Syria. It followed harsh comments from top military officials. Paula Reid joined CBSN with the latest.
Tulsi Gabbard responds to Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton implied Russians are "grooming" Tulsi Gabbard to run as a third-party candidate to disrupt the election, a charge which Gabbard denies. In a live interview with CBSN, Gabbard responds to Clinton's claims and says she will not run as a third-party candidate.
