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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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VIDEO: Vice Shares THE STORY OF: RICK Short Film
VIDEO: Vice Shares THE STORY OF: RICK Short Film
December 23, 2021

Rick is the quintessential Santa Clause. He’s renowned for training the world’s best Santas at his Northern Lights Santa Academy. But this Santa has a secret—he’s an Orthodox Jew who lives by strict, religious principles. After the death of his parents inspired him to don the red, Rick has been Santa ever since. Watch the new video now!

VIDEO: Patricia Field Goes Behind the Costume of EMILY IN PARIS Season Two
VIDEO: Patricia Field Goes Behind the Costume of EMILY IN PARIS Season Two
December 23, 2021

Netflix has released a behind-the-scenes look at season two of Emily In Paris. The costumes are designed by Marylin Fitoussi and former Sex and the City designer Patricia Field. Emily in Paris became Netflix's most viewed comedy series of 2020. Producer and star Lily Collins reprises her role as Emily Cooper, alongside Ashley Park.

Ben Harper & Mad Bunny Records Present 'Sonic Chapters Vol 1'
Ben Harper & Mad Bunny Records Present 'Sonic Chapters Vol 1'
December 23, 2021

Harper curated and assembled these sweet and powerful performances featuring Hey! King, Birdthrower, Harris, The Cush and Jake Etheridge, recorded in these artists’ homes, and rehearsal spaces. Harper closes the show with an acoustic performance filmed at his family owned Folk Music Center in Claremont, California.

French Institute Alliance Française Announces Animation First Festival
French Institute Alliance Française Announces Animation First Festival
December 23, 2021

This year’s highlights include 51 premieres, provoking feature-length films, exciting shorts, immersive exhibits, video game demonstrations, panels with leading animators, and much more. The festival’s first female Guest of Honor, Florence Miailhe, will present the NY premiere of her magnificent first feature, The Crossing.

VIDEO: Pentatonix Share 'Evergreen' Recording Short Film
VIDEO: Pentatonix Share 'Evergreen' Recording Short Film
December 23, 2021

The Pentatonix have shared a short film detailing the recording process of their most recent album, 'Evergreen'. The group only had two weeks to record the album, making it their most time sensitive album to date. The new album features 14 holiday tracks, including 'We Wish You a Merry Christmas' and 'It Came Upon a Midnight Clear'.

Sundance Film Festival Updates COVID-19 Health Saftey Protocols
Sundance Film Festival Updates COVID-19 Health Saftey Protocols
December 23, 2021

Testing requirements were added, requiring community members to show a negative test completed within 48 hours prior to arriving at the Festival. The festival is now also requiring that attendees must have the COVID-19 vaccine booster shot in order to enter.

Critics Choice Awards Postponed Due to COVID-19 Concerns
Critics Choice Awards Postponed Due to COVID-19 Concerns
December 23, 2021

The ceremony, which was originally supposed to take place on Sunday, January 9, will no longer go on as planned. Take Diggs and Nicole Byer were slated to host the broadcast on TBS and the CW. Nominees for the ceremony included West Side Story, tick, tick...BOOM!, Andrew Garfield, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Peter Dinklage, Aaron Sorkin, and more.

Johnathan Rockefeller's PADDINGTON SAVES CHRISTMAS Is Now Streaming Online
Johnathan Rockefeller's PADDINGTON SAVES CHRISTMAS Is Now Streaming Online
December 23, 2021

In Jonathan Rockefeller’s Paddington Saves Christmas, Paddington helps his grumpy neighbor, Mr. Curry, who is panicking before the arrival of an important visitor for the holidays. Paddington volunteers to help Mr. Curry prepare his house for Christmas, but in typical Paddington fashion, his good intentions lead from one problem to the next.

Michael Keaton to Reprise BATMAN Role in BATGIRL Film
Michael Keaton to Reprise BATMAN Role in BATGIRL Film
December 23, 2021

Michael Keaton has been confirmed to reprise his iconic Batman role in the new HBO Max Batgirl film. Keaton will star alongside the previously announced In the Heights star Leslie Grace, who will play Barbara Gordon, who takes on the role of Batgirl. Keaton will also play the Caped Crusader in the upcoming The Flash movie, starring Ezra Miller.

VIDEO: Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga Perform 'Fly Me to the Moon' on MTV UNPLUGGED
VIDEO: Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga Perform 'Fly Me to the Moon' on MTV UNPLUGGED
December 23, 2021

MTV has shared a video of Tony Bennett performing 'Fly Me to the Moon' for Lady Gaga at their recent MTV Unplugged special. The special was filmed over the summer and will feature tracks from their recent album, which is nominated for six Grammys. The album includes the Cole Porter songbook, including 'I Get A Kick Out of You' and 'You're the Top.'

VIDEO: Kelly Clarkson Shares New 'Christmas Isn't Cancelled' Live Performance
VIDEO: Kelly Clarkson Shares New 'Christmas Isn't Cancelled' Live Performance
December 23, 2021

The track is from her recent album, 'When Christmas Comes Around...' which features the show-stopping duet 'Santa, Can't You Hear Me' featuring Ariana Grande to the hauntingly beautiful ballad 'Merry Christmas (To The One I Used To Know).' Watch the new performance now!

VIDEO: Netflix Shares TICK, TICK...BOOM! Cast Party Featurette
VIDEO: Netflix Shares TICK, TICK...BOOM! Cast Party Featurette
December 23, 2021

Netflix has shared the tick, tick...BOOM! cast party featurette, featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda, Joshua Henry, Robin de Jesús, Andrew Garfield, Vanessa Hudgens, and Alexandra Shipp. In the video the cast discusses their favorite moments from the film, Joshua Henry performs 'Green Green Dress', and Andrew Garfield shows off his juggling skills!

VIDEO: Megan Barker Shares 'Missin Mistletoe' Music Video
VIDEO: Megan Barker Shares 'Missin Mistletoe' Music Video
December 23, 2021

Megan Barker came into this world with songwriting in her blood. Born in Nashville, Megan’s father wrote songs for legends like Ronnie Milsap, Barbara Mandrell, Hank Williams Jr. and more. Barker has opened concerts for superstars like Lee Brice, Montgomery Gentry, Eli Young Band and more.

VIDEO: Reese Witherspoon Reveals Favorite LEGALLY BLONDE Costume
VIDEO: Reese Witherspoon Reveals Favorite LEGALLY BLONDE Costume
December 22, 2021

Reese Witherspoon was a guest on the Drew Barrymore Show today to promote her new film, Sing 2. At the end of the interview Witherspoon participated in Barrymore's 'Final Five', in which an audience member asked Witherspoon which of her Legally Blonde costumes that she kept is her favorite.

LONG LINE OF LADIES Sets Sundance Film Festival Debut
LONG LINE OF LADIES Sets Sundance Film Festival Debut
December 22, 2021

The film follows a girl and her community prepare for her Ihuk, the once-dormant coming of age ceremony of the Karuk tribe of Northern California. It was directed by Rayka Zehtabchi and Shaandiin Tome. Watch the trailer for the film now!

VIDEO: First Look at Fox's MONARCH Country Music Series
VIDEO: First Look at Fox's MONARCH Country Music Series
December 22, 2021

The series follows America's first family of country music. Academy Award Winner Susan Sarandon, Golden Globe nominee Anna Friel, Grammy Award nominee Trace Adkins, Josh Sasse, Beth Ditto, Meagan Holder, Inigo Pascual, Martha Higareda and Emma Milani star. Tony Award Winner Faith Prince is featured in a recurring role. Watch the new preview now!

Deven Green & Ned Douglas Return For VERSUS Game Show Season Two
Deven Green & Ned Douglas Return For VERSUS Game Show Season Two
December 22, 2021

Contestants include Jake Shears (The Scissor Sisters), Sam Pancake (A Million Little Things), Kim Chi (RuPaul’s Drag Race) and Detox (RuPaul’s Drag Race), Lina Bradford (DJ Lina), Mark Anthony Samuel (General Hospital) and Jake DuPree, and Jackie Cox. Plus, watch the new trailer!

Fourth JOHN WICK Film Delayed to 2023
Fourth JOHN WICK Film Delayed to 2023
December 22, 2021

The film will be released exclusively in theaters. The film had previously been dated for May 27, 2022. The film will star Keanu Reeves, who is currently starring in The Matrix Resurrections, which is now in theaters. Watch the new announcement vide now!

HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH Film to Stream For Limited Time on Revry
HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH Film to Stream For Limited Time on Revry
December 22, 2021

Revry, the LGBTQ+ first streaming network will offer the Hedwig and the Angry Inch film for streaming for a limited time. Currently celebrating its 20th anniversary, the film is adapted from the critically acclaimed off-Broadway rock theatre hit of the same name, Hedwig and The Angry Inch tells the story of an ‘internationally ignored’ rock singer.

Marvel Releases 'Hawkeye: Vol. 2 (Episodes 4-6)' Soundtrack
Marvel Releases 'Hawkeye: Vol. 2 (Episodes 4-6)' Soundtrack
December 22, 2021

Volume 2 includes the all-new original song “Save The City,” composed by Tony , Emmy and Grammy Award-winning composer Marc Shaiman with lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Tony Award-winning lyricist Scott Wittman.  The song is featured in the first episode of the series while Clint Barton is attending “Rogers the Musical” with his family.



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