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Colbert's work as a correspondent on Comedy Central's news-parody series The Daily Show gained him wide recognition. In 2005, he left The Daily Show to host The Colbert Report. Following The Daily Show's news-parody concept, The Colbert Report was a parody of personality-driven political opinion ...
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Stephen Colbert Biography
Colbert's work as a correspondent on Comedy Central's news-parody series The Daily Show gained him wide recognition. In 2005, he left The Daily Show to host The Colbert Report. Following The Daily Show's news-parody concept, The Colbert Report was a parody of personality-driven political opinion shows including The O'Reilly Factor, in which he portrayed a caricatured version of conservative political pundits. The series became one of Comedy Central's highest-rated series, earning Colbert an invitation to perform as featured entertainer at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner in 2006. After ending The Colbert Report, he was hired in 2015 to succeed retiring David Letterman as host of the Late Show on CBS. He hosted the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards in September 2017.Colbert has won nine Primetime Emmy Awards, two Grammy Awards, and two Peabody Awards. Colbert was named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People in 2006 and 2012. Colbert's book, I Am America (And So Can You!), was listed No. 1 on The New York Times Best Seller list in 2007.
Stephen Colbert News
DEAR EVAN HANSEN National Tour to End its Run This Summerby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2023
The North American Tour of Dear Evan Hansen, which first launched at the Buell Theatre in Denver, Colorado in October 2018, will end its run on July 2nd, 2023 at the Koger Center in Columbia, South Carolina. See how to purchase tickes!
Zach Bryan Shares 'Dawns (Feat. Maggie Rogers)'by Michael Major - Jan 27, 2023
Zach Bryan shares “Dawns,” his stirring collaboration with songwriter, producer, and performer Maggie Rogers. “Dawns” follows the announcement of Bryan’s 2023 Burn, Burn, Burn Tour and 2023 GRAMMY® Award nomination for “Best Country Solo Performance.”
Wake Up With BWW 1/25: Outer Critics Circle Awards Announce Dates and Details, and More!by - Jan 25, 2023
Top stories include awards galore! Find out which of your Broadway-adjacent favs got Oscar nominations, learn details about the 2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards, and more!
VIDEO: Nathan Lane Talks His PICTURES FROM HOME Wig on COLBERTby Michael Major - Jan 24, 2023
Nathan Lane appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night to discuss returning to Broadway in Pictures From Home. Lane told the hilarious story of when he and his co-star Danny Burstein tried on their wigs in the play for the first time. Watch the video of the interview now!
The Den Adds Two Performances for Comedian Atsuko Okatsukaby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2023
Due to popular demand, The Den Theatre has announced two additional performances for comedian Atsuko Okatsuka’s stand-up tour “Atsuko presents: New Material” on Sunday, February 5 at 7 pm and 9:15 pm on The Heath Mainstage.
Cory Wong Releases New Live Album From Recent West Coast Runby Michael Major - Jan 20, 2023
Hailed by AllMusic for its “brightly organic crossover vibe,” the highly charged jazz-funk collection sees Wong joined by an all-star array of special guests including Billy Strings, Big Wild, Chromeo, Béla Fleck, Sierra Hull, Victor Wooten, Larry Carlton, Nate Smith, and more.
VIDEO: HAUSER Shares 'The Phantom of the Opera' Theme Filmed at Her Majesty's Theatreby Michael Major - Jan 20, 2023
The music video, the first to have ever been recorded on stage at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London’s iconic West End, stars HAUSER playing cello as “The Phantom” alongside his obsession “Christine Daaé” in a heart-touching performance. This dramatic new visual showcases the storyline of the longest-running Broadway musical in a refreshing new way.
Video: HAUSER Shares THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Theme in Celebration of the Show's 35th Anniversaryby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2023
Watch International superstar cellist HAUSER's rendition of 'The Phantom of the Opera' theme by Andrew Lloyd Webber to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the legendary Broadway musical, now officially set to close in April 2023.
Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats Return to Austin City Limitsby Michael Major - Jan 19, 2023
On Saturday, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats made their heralded return to “Austin City Limits” to perform songs off their third studio album The Future as well as some additional fan favorites. Recorded live at ACL’s home studio in Austin, the performance marks the second time the band has appeared on the Peabody Award-winning program.
Review: ALEX EDELMAN: JUST FOR US, Menier Chocolate Factoryby Kat Mokrynski - Jan 19, 2023
A sign-language-speaking gorilla, white nationalists, and Robin Williams. What do they have in common? According to Alex Edelman's Just For Us, they're a lot more similar than one might think.
Stephen Colbert Videos
by Michael Major - Jan 24, 2023
Nathan Lane appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night to discuss returning to Broadway in Pictures From Home. Lane told the hilarious story of when he and his co-star Danny Burstein tried on their wigs in the play for the first time. Watch the video of the interview now!
by Michael Major - Jan 20, 2023
The music video, the first to have ever been recorded on stage at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London’s iconic West End, stars HAUSER playing cello as “The Phantom” alongside his obsession “Christine Daaé” in a heart-touching performance. This dramatic new visual showcases the storyline of the longest-running Broadway musical in a refreshing new way.
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2023
Hugh Jackman sat down with Stephen Colbert last night to discuss his journey with The Music Man. Over espresso martinis with Colbert, Jackman also discussed starring in the film adaptation of Florian Zeller's The Son, returning to his role of Wolverine for the upcoming Deadpool film, and more. Watch the interview videos now!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2023
During last night's episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Colbert paid tribute to the late director, writer, and actor, Frank Galati.
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2022
Common appeared on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert to discuss making his Broadway debut in Between Riverside and Crazy. Common also discussed what he keeps in his dressing room and reveals why he has to show up early for the show every night. Watch the new video interview now!
by HaleyJane Rose - Dec 13, 2022
Tune into our Instagram story today as John Riddle brings you behind the scenes of opening night of Titanique at the Daryl Roth Theatre! Plus watch a clip of John Riddle singing 'Seduces Me' from the off-Broadway sensation.
by Michael Major - Nov 9, 2022
Mike Birbiglia stopped by last night’s episode of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” to discuss his new solo play opening on Broadway this week, The Old Man & the Pool. Birbiglia also discussed working Taylor Swift on the 'Anti-Hero' music video and acting with Tom Hanks. Watch the new interview video now!
by Michael Major - Sep 28, 2022
Samuel L. Jackson appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to discuss returning to Broadway in The Piano Lesson. Jackson also discussed having his wife, LaTanya Richardson Jackson, as the director of the new revival, praising her new vision for the production. Watch the new video interview now!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2022
Steve Carell recently appeared on The Late Show last night, September 14. During the episode, a sketch was shown of Carell, opposite Stephen Colbert in a dramatic scene as part of the segment, 'Too Much Exposition Theatre.'
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2022
During Patti LuPone's appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last month, she filmed an exclusive video, which has now been posted to the show's YouTube channel! In the video, LuPone performs a dramatic reading of an excerpt of one of Colbert's 'Meanwhile' segments.
