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Michael Major

Michael Major is a Connecticut native and a graduate of Marist College.

After starting out running social media for a theatre company, his love of pop culture led him to intern at TigerBeat Media. After also writing for organizations like PopCrave, uInterview, and Talk Radio NYC, Michael began as BroadwayWorld's entertainment editor in August of 2021.

Growing up watching movie musicals like Hairspray and Little Shop of Horrors on repeat, Michael is an expert on television and film. His love of the film industry has carried over to his work at BroadwayWorld, working with major networks like NBC, ABC, FOX and more to cover Broadway stars taking over the big screen.

He also frequently works with companies like Netflix, Disney, Apple, and Universal to bring exclusive clips and interviews from Broadway-related releases to readers. Stay tuned for the latest news on movies like Wicked, Mean Girls, The Color Purple, and more!

As a big fan of pop music, BroadwayWorld Music includes news on your favorite singers, like Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, and more, along with coverage on original music from Broadway alums like Reneé Rapp, Idina Menzel, Leslie Odom Jr., and more.

While at BroadwayWorld, he has had the honor of interviewing stars like Katy Perry, Carol Burnett, Denzel Washington, Bernadette Peters, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jane Krakowski, and more.




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First Show:

The Lion King

Favorite Show:

Hairspray

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Justin Timberlake Drops New Track 'Drown' & UK Leg of Tour
Justin Timberlake Drops New Track 'Drown' & UK Leg of Tour
February 23, 2024

Justin Timberlake releases his new track “Drown.” Written by Timberlake, Louis Bell (Taylor Swift, Post Malone), Henry Walter, Amy Allen, Kenyon Dixon and produced by Louis Bell, Cirkut (Maroon 5, The Weeknd).  Justin Timberlake also announced the long awaited European and UK leg of his momentous The Forget Tomorrow World Tour.

Taylor Swift Announces New Song 'The Albatross'
Taylor Swift Announces New Song 'The Albatross'
February 23, 2024

Taylor Swift is adding another new song to her upcoming album. 'The Albatross' bonus song be featured on the third variation of the album. 'The Manuscript' was the first bonus edition announced. A new album cover for the alternate edition, lensed by Beth Garrabrant, was also revealed.

Med Hondo's Musical WEST INDIES: THE FUGITIVE SLAVES OF LIBERTY Will Screen at the Film Forum
Med Hondo's Musical WEST INDIES: THE FUGITIVE SLAVES OF LIBERTY Will Screen at the Film Forum
February 22, 2024

Med Hondo’s cinematic odyssey WEST INDIES: THE FUGITIVE SLAVES OF LIBERTY (1979) will run at Film Forum in a new 4K restoration. Adapted from Daniel Boukman’s Les Négriers (The Slavers), a play which Hondo directed in Paris in the early 70s, WEST INDIES: THE FUGITIVE SLAVES OF LIBERTY tells the story of French imperialism as a musical extravaganza.

Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF MIAMI Season 6 Reunion Trailer
Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF MIAMI Season 6 Reunion Trailer
February 22, 2024

Host Andy Cohen sits down with Guerdy Abraira, Lisa Hochstein, Julia Lemigova, Dr. Nicole Martin, Alexia Nepola, Larsa Pippen and friends Kiki Barth, Adriana de Moura and Marysol Patton to discuss this season’s biggest moments.  Watch the video now!

Carlos Niño, Surya Botofasina, & Adam Rudolph Share New EP
Carlos Niño, Surya Botofasina, & Adam Rudolph Share New EP
February 22, 2024

The first set of that night featured Niño in trio with keyboardist Surya Botofasina and percussionist Adam Rudolph, as the three musicians immersed the sold out crowd in a soul tribe invitational – calling forth their generational inner illuminations through each element of sound and song, spontaneously composing the music.

Jennifer Aniston to Present Barbra Streisand With SAG Life Achievement Award; Full List of Presenters Announced
Jennifer Aniston to Present Barbra Streisand With SAG Life Achievement Award; Full List of Presenters Announced
February 22, 2024

Jennifer Aniston will present Barbra Streisand with the 59th SAG Life Achievement Award. A Devil Wears Prada reunion is also in the works with Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt presenting together. Check out the full list, also including Idris Elba, Billie Eilish, Colman Domingo, Glen Powell and more.

Video: Peacock & Sky Release THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ Trailer with Melanie Lynskey, Harvey Keitel, & Jonah Hauer-King
Video: Peacock & Sky Release THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ Trailer with Melanie Lynskey, Harvey Keitel, & Jonah Hauer-King
February 22, 2024

This teaser trailer shows an older Lali (Harvey Keitel) retelling his experiences of Auschwitz to Heather Morris (Melanie Lynskey) as we journey with him through his memories of that time. In the teaser trailer, we also see younger Lali (Jonah Hauer-King) as he meets and falls in love with Gita (Anna Próchniak). Watch the video trailer now!

DEAR ENGLAND Stage Play Set For BBC Series; Joseph Fiennes to Reprise Role in James Graham's Adaptation
DEAR ENGLAND Stage Play Set For BBC Series; Joseph Fiennes to Reprise Role in James Graham's Adaptation
February 21, 2024

The BBC has commissioned Dear England, a new drama series adapted from James Graham’s (Sherwood, The Way, Quiz) hit National Theatre play. Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid’s Tale, Shakespeare in Love) will star as Gareth Southgate. Rupert Goold (Judy, King Charles III, The Hollow Crown), who directed Dear England on stage, will direct the series.

Video: Watch Taylor Swift Play Maria in THE SOUND OF MUSIC in Resurfaced Footage
Video: Watch Taylor Swift Play Maria in THE SOUND OF MUSIC in Resurfaced Footage
February 21, 2024

After photos of the Taylor Swift playing Sandy in Grease surfaced earlier this year, new videos of the GRAMMY-winner playing Maria in a youth production of The Sound of Music is gaining traction on TikTok. Swift played the role in a childrens production at Berks Youth Theatre Academy, where she also played Kim McAfee in Bye, Bye Birdie.

Normani Announces Long-Awaited Album 'Dopamine'
Normani Announces Long-Awaited Album 'Dopamine'
February 21, 2024

Normani has announced her long-awaited debut solo album. After clearing her social media yesterday, the former Fifth Harmony member took to Instagram to share a photo of the album cover, captioning the post: 'cryingg typing this rn. DOPAMINE THE ALBUM.' Pre-save the album now!

Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF BEVERLY HILLS Season 13 Reunion Trailer
Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF BEVERLY HILLS Season 13 Reunion Trailer
February 21, 2024

Housewives Garcelle Beauvais, Erika Jayne, Dorit Kemsley, Crystal Kung Minkoff, Kyle Richards, and Sutton Stracke reunite to hash out the biggest topics of season 13. Also featuring Kathy Hilton, they discuss Richards' marriage to Mauricio Umansky and speculated relationship with Morgan Wade. Stracke deals with a medical emergency Watch the video!

Jenna Ortega Plays Lydia Deetz's Daughter in BEETLEJUICE 2; Confirms More Details About the Sequel
Jenna Ortega Plays Lydia Deetz's Daughter in BEETLEJUICE 2; Confirms More Details About the Sequel
February 21, 2024

Jenna Ortega has confirmed that she will be playing Lydia Deetz's daughter in Beetlejuice 2. The Wednesday star gave more insight into her role as Winona Ryder's daughter, Astrid, in the upcoming film. Ortega went on the explain the complicated dynamic between Astrif and Lydia in the upcoming film, which is titled 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.'

Video: Watch Scenes From the MEAN GIRLS Movie Musical Including Reneé Rapp Singing 'Meet the Plastics'
Video: Watch Scenes From the MEAN GIRLS Movie Musical Including Reneé Rapp Singing 'Meet the Plastics'
February 21, 2024

'Meet the Plastics' of Mean Girls by watching eight minutes of the new movie musical! After the film was released on digital platforms yesterday, Paramount has dropped a video of Reneé Rapp singing 'Meet the Plastics,' as well as other footage from the film. Also watch the lead-in to 'Stupid With Love,' featuring Tina Fey and Christopher Briney.

Interview: How Keke Palmer & Stephanie Hsu Relate to THE SECOND BEST HOSPITAL IN THE GALAXY
Interview: How Keke Palmer & Stephanie Hsu Relate to THE SECOND BEST HOSPITAL IN THE GALAXY
February 21, 2024

Keke Palmer and Stephanie Hsu's talents have taken them to The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy. The new adult animated series follows Dr. Sleech (Hsu) and Dr. Klak (Palmer) as they shed light on mental illness through comedy. Watch a video of them discussing the series' impact, what they enjoy about voicing animated characters, and more.

Ariana Grande, Sydney Sweeney & More Set For SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
Ariana Grande, Sydney Sweeney & More Set For SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
February 20, 2024

Upcoming episodes of SNL will include Shane Gillis, 21 Savage, Sydney Sweeney, Kacey Musgraves, Josh Brolin, and Ariana Grande. “Saturday Night Live” is produced in association with Broadway Video. The creator and executive producer is Lorne Michaels. Check out the schedule of upcoming episodes now!

New HADESTOWN Cast Members to Perform on TAMRON HALL This Friday
New HADESTOWN Cast Members to Perform on TAMRON HALL This Friday
February 20, 2024

Jordan Fisher, Ani DiFranco, and the cast of Hadestown will be performing on Tamron Hall this Friday. DiFranco recently joined the Broadway cast of Hadestown as Persephone, alongside Lola Tung as Eurydice, earlier this month. Fisher joined as Orpheus later last year.

Bruce Cockburn Set for Acclaimed Mountain Stage Radio Appearance; New World Tour Dates Announced
Bruce Cockburn Set for Acclaimed Mountain Stage Radio Appearance; New World Tour Dates Announced
February 20, 2024

Recorded on February 1st at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek, California, Cockburn was joined on stage that night by Colin Hay, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Chuck Prophet & the Make Out Quartet and The Lucky Valentines. “Mountain Stage” with host Kathy Mattea airs on over 260 NPR Stations nationwide.

Breton Tyner-Bryan's Highly Awarded INVICTA to Stream on the Roku Channel
Breton Tyner-Bryan's Highly Awarded INVICTA to Stream on the Roku Channel
February 20, 2024

Breton Tyner-Bryan's highly awarded film 'INVICTA' moves to the Roku Channel after winning the Cultural Impact Award at Berlin Commercial Film Festival. Set in NYC, the film follows 7 Mafia wives facing betrayal and deceit. Featuring a talented cast, the film has garnered praise at various film festivals and from reviewers.

Sam Mendes to Direct Four Separate Beatles Films Based on Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, John Lennon & George Harrison
Sam Mendes to Direct Four Separate Beatles Films Based on Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, John Lennon & George Harrison
February 20, 2024

Sam Mendes is set to direct four separate films, each based on the life of a different member of the Beatles. The deal marks the first time that Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and the families of John Lennon and George Harrison have granted full life and music rights for a film based on their lives.

Lady Gaga Teases Fortnite 'Chromatica' Concert: First Look
Lady Gaga Teases Fortnite 'Chromatica' Concert: First Look
February 20, 2024

Lady Gaga is taking her talents to Fortnite. The 'Bad Romance' singer took to Twitter to share a photo of her new collaboration with Fortnite. While she did not share much information, the photo reveals that it will be 'Chromatica'-related, as the Fortnite logo is framed by the album's symbol. Gaga also seems to be wearing a costume from the era.



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