Sean Hayes plays a deity in "An Act of God"
Actor Sean Hayes first won notice for his breakout role on the TV series "Will and Grace."
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What's my line? Actors on memorization
Stage and TV stars describe their personal processes for "moving into the mind of the character"
Sean Hayes on his heavenly role
The Emmy-winner is now appearing on Broadway as an irreverent deity in the comedy "An Act of God"
Sara Bareilles, Jessie Mueller on serving up "Waitress"
Sara Bareilles says the stripped-down emotions that permeate the Tony-nominated musical come from a personal place
Pop music is changing the landscape of Broadway, but it's not just songs you already know by heart
Pop music is changing the landscape of Broadway, but it's not just songs you already know by heart. More and more artists are composing original songs for the stage. That includes pop star Sara Bareilles, who has earned a Tony Award nomination for Best Original Score for her performance in "Waitress."
60 Minutes director's cut of "Hamilton" offers more on the Broadway smash
60 Minutes director's cut of "Hamilton" offers more on the Broadway smash and may be last chance to see Lin-Manuel Miranda before he steps down. Charlie Rose reports on Sunday, June 12 at 7 p.m. ET/PT.
How to win the Tony for best musical in 5 simple steps
Patterns emerge when reviewing 20 years of winners: Set the show in the past, for instance, and consider a one-word title
As Broadway booms, why do most shows still lose money?
Despite smashes like "Hamilton" and record box-office sales, only 1 in 5 productions earn back their investors' money
2016 Tony nominees
Big-name stars dominate this year's nominations for the top Broadway honors. Click through to see who's vying for the awards.
While "Hamilton" is expected to dominate this year's Tony Awards, it isn't the only storyline
While "Hamilton" is expected to dominate this year's Tony Awards, it isn't the only storyline. CBS News contributor Jamie Wax joins CBSN with a preview of the awards show that honors the best of Broadway.
"Hamilton" encore on 60 Minutes
60 Minutes director's cut of "Hamilton" offers more on the Broadway smash and may be last chance to see Lin-Manuel Miranda before he steps down
Some "Hamilton" fans will cough up $6,000 a pop for tickets to creator Lin-Manuel Miranda's final performance
Some "Hamilton" fans will cough up $6,000 a pop for tickets to creator Lin-Manuel Miranda's final performance.
The new way to succeed on Broadway without really trying
The movie-to-stage craze gains momentum as a quarter of all shows on the Great White Way could soon be the offspring of hit films
Powerful women are making a name for themselves in "Hamilton," just like the women they play
Powerful women are making a name for themselves in "Hamilton," just like the women they play. Broadway's biggest hit goes into Sunday's Tony Awards with a record 16 nominations. They include nods for two of the three actresses who play the Schuyler sisters. Jamie Wax spoke with Renée Elise Goldsberry, Phillipa Soo and Jasmine Cephas Jones about working on the groundbreaking show.
Why you can't get seats to "Hamilton" and other Broadway hits
Producers, theatergoers bemoan the rise of "ticket bots" -- digital scalpers that can snatch every available seat in seconds
The upcoming host of the Tony Awards, James Corden, tested his vocal cords and his driving skills with a few of Broadway's hottest singers
The upcoming host of the Tony Awards, James Corden, tested his vocal cords and his driving skills with a few of Broadway's hottest singers. Watch the preview of Corden's Carpool Karaoke.
Report: Lin-Manuel Miranda to leave "Hamilton"
The creator has allegedly told his confidants that he's moving on to other projects
Stop the show! Performers cracking down on cell phone filmers
Adele is the latest artist to call out audience members for using their cell phones during a show
From President Obama to Broadway star Lin-Manuel Miranda to House Speaker Paul Ryan, leaders share lessons learned with the next generation
On this Memorial Day weekend, we bring you some wisdom--and humor--from this year's commencement speeches. From President Obama to Broadway star Lin-Manuel Miranda to House Speaker Paul Ryan, leaders share lessons learned with the next generation.
Second banana Jane Krakowski
With a Tony nomination for the musical "She Loves Me," and a hit Netflix series, "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt," the actress' career gives her plenty to sing about
Comic actress Jane Krakowski shared a lot of laughs with Tina Fey on the TV series "30 Rock," and pulls off some hijinks in her Tony-nominated performance in the Broadway musical "She Loves Me."
Comic actress Jane Krakowski shared a lot of laughs with Tina Fey on the TV series "30 Rock," and pulls off some hijinks in her Tony-nominated performance in the Broadway musical "She Loves Me." She calls her characters second bananas, but "scene stealers" is more accurate. Rita Braver has a profile.
Broadway goes digital with subscription service
BroadwayHD is a recently launched streaming service that offers a stage-to-screen experience -- bringing live theater right to your home
"BroadwayHD," launched by Tony Award-winning producers, aims to bring the Broadway experience to your home
"BroadwayHD," launched by Tony Award-winning producers, aims to bring the Broadway experience to your home. Starting with a modest list of over 100 archival plays and musicals, the subscription streaming service could be the next Netflix for Broadway.
Jesse Tyler Ferguson on his work husband, foodie antics
The actor also talked about what it's like to be part of a diverse cast on "Modern Family"
Broadway recorded its best attendence and highest ticket sales from May 2015 to May 2016; Spotify's family plan will only cost you $15 per month; and Dairy Queen starts competing with Dunkin' Donuts
Broadway recorded its best attendence and highest ticket sales from May 2015 to May 2016; Spotify's family plan will only cost you $15 per month; and Dairy Queen starts competing with Dunkin' Donuts. CBS News MoneyWatch's Jill Wagner has the day's business headlines on CBSN.
What voters are focused on in a battleground-state swing county
Residents of Door County, Wisconsin, have a decades-long streak of presidential elections in which they have voted for the winning candidate.
U.S. investigating leak of classified documents on Israel's attack plans
The documents, which are marked top secret, were posted to the Telegram messaging app.
Remains of crew in crashed U.S. Navy jet found, Navy says
The jet – an EA-18G Growler aircraft – was carrying two crew members when it went down during a routine training flight.
Trump works drive-thru at McDonalds in battleground state blitz
Former President Donald Trump is hosting a town hall in Lancaster Sunday night, and Vice President Kamala Harris will be back in Chester County on Monday.
Freed American Paul Whelan opens up about life inside a Russian labor camp
Whelan, who was arrested in Russia in 2018, got little sleep and used secret cellphones to communicate with prisoners sent to the frontlines in Ukraine.
Israel announces imminent attacks on Hezbollah's financial arm
Israel has been carrying out a large-scale operation in northern Gaza for the last two weeks, saying Hamas has regrouped there.
At least 7 killed, several injured in dock collapse on Georgia's Sapelo Island
Georgia authorities announced Sunday an investigation has been opened into the "catastrophic failure" of the dock gangway.
Dodgers beat Mets, setting up L.A.-New York World Series
The Dodgers are headed to the World Series after defeating the Mets10-5 in Game 6 of the National League Championship Series Sunday night.
New York Liberty top Minnesota Lynx to win first WNBA championship
Jonquel Jones scored 17 points, leading the Liberty to a 67-62 win over the Lynx on Sunday for their first WNBA title.
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John Kinsel Sr., one of the last Navajo Code Talkers, dies at 107
One of the last remaining Navajo Code Talkers who transmitted messages during World War II using the tribe's native language has died.
Trump makes vulgar comments about Arnold Palmer at Pennsylvania rally
Former President Donald Trump said of golfer Arnold Palmer, "this is a guy that was all man."
Remains of crew in crashed U.S. Navy jet found, Navy says
The jet – an EA-18G Growler aircraft – was carrying two crew members when it went down during a routine training flight.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 20, 2024
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Raphael Warnock and Paul Whelan join Margaret Brennan.
Michigan Secretary of State: Bad actors trying to "hack voters' minds"
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson warned Sunday of efforts by bad actors to "hack voters' minds" to spread misinformation ahead of Election Day.
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Boeing workers to vote next week on a new proposal that could end strike
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers said early Saturday that it plans to hold a ratification vote on Wednesday that could end the Boeing strike.
Mail carriers reach tentative contract with USPS
Letter deliverers have been working without a contract since May 2023.
Frozen waffles sold at Walmart and other stores recalled over listeria
The frozen waffles, made by Treehouse Foods, were sold under store brands including Walmart's Great Value and Target's Good and Gather.
What to know about filing an insurance claim after a hurricane
Navigating the insurance process after a natural disaster damages your home can be daunting. Here are some key tips.
Trump says he'd hire a 78-year-old CEO. There aren't many of them.
Donald Trump said he'd appoint a CEO who is 78, his own age. But chief executives of top companies who are his age or older are rare.
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Trump makes vulgar comments about Arnold Palmer at Pennsylvania rally
Former President Donald Trump said of golfer Arnold Palmer, "this is a guy that was all man."
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 20, 2024
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Raphael Warnock and Paul Whelan join Margaret Brennan.
U.S. investigating leak of classified documents on Israel's attack plans
The documents, which are marked top secret, were posted to the Telegram messaging app.
Michigan Secretary of State: Bad actors trying to "hack voters' minds"
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson warned Sunday of efforts by bad actors to "hack voters' minds" to spread misinformation ahead of Election Day.
Transcript: Rep. Mike Lawler on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 20, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Rep. Mike Lawler, Republican of New York, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Oct. 20, 2024.
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A dog tore off her upper lip. Five surgeries later, she's a voice for others.
Brooklinn Khoury was 20 years old when a family member's pet launched at her face and bit off her upper lip.
Harris asks if Trump is "fit to do the job," highlighting health questions
"If he's exhausted being on the campaign trail, is he fit to do the job?" Harris asked as Trump refuses to release detailed medical records.
Unusual surge of "walking pneumonia" reported in kids this year
The worst rates of the infection known as "walking pneumonia" or "white lung pneumonia" are in young children ages 2 to 4 years old.
U.S. boosts passenger screening as Marburg and mpox viruses spread
Rwanda says it's gaining control of a Marburg outbreak, but U.S. authorities are taking no chances as another killer virus spreads fast.
Postpartum mental health care still out of reach for many
Among new mothers in the U.S., 1 in 8 suffer from postpartum depression, according to the CDC.
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Thousands of migrants leave southern Mexico for the U.S.
A group of about 2,000 migrants left Mexico's southern border Sunday in hopes of ultimately reaching the United States.
Tasmanian tiger de-extinction research advances
Colossal Biosciences says it's made a breakthrough toward the de-extinction of the thylacine, or Tasmanian tiger.
U.S. investigating leak of classified documents on Israel's attack plans
The documents, which are marked top secret, were posted to the Telegram messaging app.
Many Cubans still waiting for power to return after days of blackout
Many Cubans are waiting in anguish as electricity on much of the island has yet to be totally restored after days of blackout.
Freed American Paul Whelan opens up about life inside a Russian labor camp
Paul Whelan, who was arrested in Russia in 2018, got little sleep and used secret cellphones to communicate with prisoners sent to the frontlines in Ukraine.
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"Rhapsody in Blue" turns 100
This year, musicians all over the world, from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl, are celebrating the 100th birthday of George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue." Correspondent David Pogue looks into the history of Gershwin's first major work, a piece that melded jazz, classical and orchestral music, and became a fixture of American culture.
Damon Wayans on "Poppa's House"
Like father, like son: Damon Wayans is starring with Damon Wayans Jr. in the new comedy series "Poppa's House" – the latest family affair for a comedian who has built a career working with his talented and hilarious relatives.
Damon Wayans on "Poppa's House"
Like father, like son: Damon Wayans is starring with Damon Wayans Jr. in the new comedy series "Poppa's House." It's the latest family affair for a comedian who has built a career working with his talented siblings Keenan, Shawn, Marlon and Kim, son Michael, and nephews Damien and Craig. Damon talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about his journey from working in the Paramount Studio mailroom, to creating edgy characters in movies and TV.
Keri Russell pulls back the curtain on "The Diplomat"
Keri Russell, who played a Russian spy in "The Americans," is now on the frontlines of geopolitics in "The Diplomat," playing the U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom. Join "Sunday Morning" on the set of the hit Netflix series.
Alec Baldwin returns to "Saturday Night Live" for cold open skit
The cold open skit marked Baldwin's return to the comedy sketch show after the "Rust" involuntary manslaughter case was dismissed in July 2024.
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Drone sightings spark security concerns
Gordon Lubold from The Wall Street Journal joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the rise in drone activity over restricted U.S. military airspaces.
Social media's impact in the 2024 election
Dr. Marcus Collins, author of "For the Culture," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the influence of social media on voter decision-making. With 19 days left in the race, a CBS News poll reveals more than 20% of voters frequently use social platforms to stay informed.
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.
Changes for iPad minis and Amazon Kindles
Just ahead of the holiday shopping rush, Apple is giving iPad minis their first update in years while Amazon is offering a new line of Kindle e-readers. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein joined CBS News to discuss the devices.
2 Sudanese brothers charged with running cyberattack-for-hire gang
Two Sudanese brothers are charged with running "Anonymous Sudan," one of the most prolific cyberattack-for-hire gangs of all time.
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Tasmanian tiger de-extinction research advances
Colossal Biosciences says it's made a breakthrough toward the de-extinction of the thylacine, or Tasmanian tiger.
NOAA predicting warmer than average winter
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration published its winter outlook for this coming December, January and February. Experts anticipate warmer-than-average temperatures for much of the country. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey joins to discuss.
Helene, Milton losses expected to surpass "truly historic" $50 billion each
Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused so much complex havoc that damages totals are likely join the infamous ranks of Katrina, Sandy and Harvey as super costly $50-billion-plus killers, experts say.
Supreme Court allows EPA emission limits
On Wednesday, the Supreme Court said it will allow the Environmental Protection Agency to enforce new greenhouse gas emissions limits for power plants. Michael Gerrard, a professor at Columbia Climate School, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Mysterious white blobs washing up on Canadian beaches stump experts
White blobs of "a mystery substance" dotting beaches across Canada's far northeast Newfoundland and Labrador province spark an investigation.
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Unconventional relationship holds answers to violent Florida murder
Investigators were puzzled when the beaten body of an unidentified woman was found dumped near a Florida highway. The next day, a bloody motel room was discovered. Were the crime scenes connected?
Husband of woman murdered with an ax convicted 40 years after her death
In 1982, Cathy Krauseneck, a young mother, was killed in her bed – an ax lodged in her head. Investigators believe the crime scene was staged to look like a burglary to cover up the real crime – the intentional murder of Cathy by her husband.
Delphi murder trial continues with testimony of search for missing girls
Richard Allen stands accused of killing the girls, Abby Williams and Libby German, in 2017.
Chicago group works to reduce crime, violence
As the presidential election nears, the issue of crime is weighing on the minds of voters. A CBS News poll taken earlier this year found 63% of voters said crime would be a factor in who they vote for, despite FBI data showing reported violent crime fell in 2023. In Chicago, a group of women is trying to continue to lower crime rates end the cycle of violence in the city.
Delphi murders trial begins in Indiana
Disturbing new details and heart-wrenching testimony were given during the first day of the Delphi murders trial. Prosecutors revealed how Abby Williams, 13, and Libby German, 14, were killed on a hiking trail more than seven years ago. Here's what to know about the case.
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NASA's hopes for Europa Clipper mission
NASA's solar-powered Europa Clipper took off Monday from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The spacecraft is projected to reach Jupiter by April 2030 and will study one of the planet's moons. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains what scientists are hoping to accomplish with the mission.
NASA launches Europa Clipper
NASA successfully launched the Europa Clipper spacecraft Monday toward Jupiter where it will monitor a moon for potential habitable qualities. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more on the spacecraft expected to near Jupiter's moon Europa around April 2030.
SpaceX launching probe toward Jupiter
A multi-billion dollar space mission launching Monday may reveal more about an icy moon circling planet Jupiter. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
SpaceX launches, recovers powerful rocket
SpaceX launched its most powerful rocket ever built and then flew its first stage booster back to the launch pad where giant metal arms called "chopsticks" grabbed it, just seven minutes after lifting off in Boca Chica, Texas. The uncrewed test flight is a new milestone in SpaceX's vision of developing a fully reusable rocket to return astronauts to the moon and beyond.
NASA launches probe to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa
The ambitious mission won't actually look for life on Jupiter's moon Europa, but it should find out if the presumed ocean provides a habitable environment.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
Donald Sutherland
The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
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10/20: The Takeout: Anthony Salvanto
CBS News Executive Director of Elections & Surveys Anthony Salvanto explains the research behind CBS News polls and how polling seeks to better understand what motivates voters to cast specific ballots unique to each individual.
Leaked docs show Israel plan for Iran strike
U.S. officials say an investigation is underway after what appear to be top secret documents detailing Israel's plans for a military strike on Iran in response to a missile attack earlier this month were leaked online. Natalie Brand has more.
Last Kmart store closes down
Shoppers bid farewell to the final Kmart store in Bridgehampton, New York, while snagging great deals before the store shut its doors for good. Shanelle Kaul has the story.
Young people help fill election worker shortage
Many districts across the U.S. are facing a shortage of election workers, who typically skew older. One county in New Jersey is turning to high school students to help fill the gaps. Nick Coloway reports.
Ukraine ballet touring U.S.
The National Ballet of Ukraine is touring several states in an effort to raise money for children stuck in the wartorn country. Nancy Chen reports.