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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

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Hairspray

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Tilian & Anthony Green Releases 'Christmas Don't Be Late' Cover
Tilian & Anthony Green Releases 'Christmas Don't Be Late' Cover
December 1, 2021

Today, Tilian (Dance Gavin Dance) and Anthony Green (Circa Survive) officially release their cover of “Christmas Don’t Be Late” via Rise Records. On the track, the two alt-rock icons lend their distinctive vocals to The Chipmunks’ Christmas classic, just in time for the holiday season. Listen to the new track now!

Roddy Ricch Announces Sophomore Album 'Live Life Fast'
Roddy Ricch Announces Sophomore Album 'Live Life Fast'
December 1, 2021

Grammy Award-winning and 9x Grammy Award-nominated rapper Roddy Ricch announces his sophomore album LIVE LIFE FAST. This announcement follows his summertime hit “Late At Night,” whose official visual was co-directed by Roddy Ricch and Julien Christian Lutz (pka Director X) and features Karrueche.

VIDEO: Leslie Odom Jr. Talks Broadway Holiday Memories on NBC
VIDEO: Leslie Odom Jr. Talks Broadway Holiday Memories on NBC
December 1, 2021

Leslie Odom Jr., Melissa McCarthy, Amy Poehler,and Brett Eldredge shared some of their favorite holiday memories backstage with Kelly Clarkson before her new Christmas special on NBC. “Kelly Clarkson Presents: When Christmas Comes Around” is a new holiday special celebrating the release of Clarkson's latest Christmas album.

THIS IS US Stars Chrissy Metz & Susan Kelechi Watson to Host 2022 Rose Parade on NBC
THIS IS US Stars Chrissy Metz & Susan Kelechi Watson to Host 2022 Rose Parade on NBC
December 1, 2021

Chrissy Metz and Susan Kelechi Watson, the multi-award-winning co-stars of NBC’s “This Is Us,” will host this year’s telecast from Pasadena, California. Emmy and Peabody Award-winning actor, director, educator and lifelong children’s literacy advocate LeVar Burton was previously announced by the Tournament of Roses as this year’s Grand Marshall.

Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2021- Where to Watch AND JUST LIKE THAT... & More New Releases!
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2021- Where to Watch AND JUST LIKE THAT... & More New Releases!
December 1, 2021

2021 closes with new soundtracks, including West Side Story and Annie LIVE!, and new musical films, including Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas and Encanto, hitting streaming services. This month also features new livestream concerts from Seth Rudetsky and Jessica Vosk, with RHONY's Countess Luann streaming from 54 Below.

BWW Exclusive: Watch Tituss Burgess & Celina Smith Talk ANNIE LIVE! on THE KIDS TONIGHT SHOW
BWW Exclusive: Watch Tituss Burgess & Celina Smith Talk ANNIE LIVE! on THE KIDS TONIGHT SHOW
December 1, 2021

Celina Smith and Tituss Burgess will appear on a new episode of the Kids Tonight Show tomorrow on Peacock to discuss starring in Annie LIVE! on NBC. Smith stars in the title role of the musical with Burgess playing Rooster Hannigan. Watch an exclusive preview of their upcoming interview now!

VIDEO: Billy Crystal Talks Returning to Broadway in MR. SATURDAY NIGHT on KIMMEL
VIDEO: Billy Crystal Talks Returning to Broadway in MR. SATURDAY NIGHT on KIMMEL
December 1, 2021

Billy Crystal sat down with Jimmy Kimmel last night to discuss returning to Broadway in a musical adaptino of his film, Mr. Saturday Night. He touched on Mel Brooks offering him a role in The Producers on Broadway, the best part of doing a Broadway show, and more. Watch the new interview now!

LISTEN: Rachel Zegler & Ansel Elgort Sing 'Tonight' From the WEST SIDE STORY Soundtrack
LISTEN: Rachel Zegler & Ansel Elgort Sing 'Tonight' From the WEST SIDE STORY Soundtrack
December 1, 2021

Get a first listen to the 'West Side Story Original Motion Picture Soundtrack' with Rachel Zegler and Ansel Elgort singing 'Tonight'. The 'Balcony Scene (Tonight)' track from the film's upcoming soundtrack is out now!

THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH Sets Free One-Day IMAX Screening Event
THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH Sets Free One-Day IMAX Screening Event
December 1, 2021

The new film will be shown for free in IMAX theaters world-wide, followed by a live Q&A with Joel Coen and Frances McDormand at AMC Lincoln Square, livestreamed across select IMAX theaters in North America. The cast also includes Denzel Washington, Bertie Carvel, Alex Hassell, Corey Hawkins, and more. Watch the trailer for the upcoming film now!

VIDEO: Cult of Luna Release 'Cold Burn' Music Video
VIDEO: Cult of Luna Release 'Cold Burn' Music Video
December 1, 2021

Their forthcoming album The Long Road North is one of their most beautiful and dynamic works to date and features guest appearances from composer Colin Stetson, Phoenix’s Christian Mazzalai and Laurent Brancowitz plus more. Watch their new music video now!

Christina Aguilera To Perform & Receive Music Icon Award at 2021 People's Choice Awards
Christina Aguilera To Perform & Receive Music Icon Award at 2021 People's Choice Awards
December 1, 2021

Aguilera, renowned for her powerful voice and songs, has sold more than 43 million records worldwide and achieved five No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making her the fourth female artist to ever top the chart for three consecutive decades. Kenan Thompson will host this year's awards show. Check out the full list of nominations now!

VIDEO: Watch Richard Kind in the Trailer For RUN & GUN
VIDEO: Watch Richard Kind in the Trailer For RUN & GUN
December 1, 2021

Written and directed by Christopher Borrelli, the cast includes Ben Milliken, Brad William Henke, Janel Parrish, Mark Dacascos, Celestino Cornielle, Angela Sarafyan, Alison Thorton, Hudson Yang, Michelle Campbell, Ari Barkan, Rafael Cebrián, and Richard Kind. Watch the trailer for the new film now!

VIDEO: Sebastian Javier Shares 'Christmas Time' Music Video
VIDEO: Sebastian Javier Shares 'Christmas Time' Music Video
December 1, 2021

Argentina-born and Toronto-based singer, songwriter, and personality Sebastian Javier has unveiled an official music video for his original holiday song “Christmas Time”. The Jack Peros-directed video sees Sebastian embrace the greatest gift of all this holiday season: the chance to spend time with loved ones. Watch the new music video now!

VIDEO: Tony Shaloub & Marin Hinkle in Second MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL Season Four Teaser
VIDEO: Tony Shaloub & Marin Hinkle in Second MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL Season Four Teaser
December 1, 2021

Prime Video has released a second teaser trailer for the upcoming fourth season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel! The new video features Rachel Brosnahan, Tony Shaloub, and Marin Hinkle. The cast also features Alex Borstein, Gideon Glick, Jane Lynch, Michael Zegen, and more. Watch the new teaser, set to Rose's Turn from Gypsy, now!

AMC Networks Greenlights ANNE RICE'S MAYFAIR WITCHES
AMC Networks Greenlights ANNE RICE'S MAYFAIR WITCHES
December 1, 2021

AMC Networks today announced it has greenlit “Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches,” a new series based on the “Lives of the Mayfair Witches” trilogy, for AMC+ and AMC. The second series in an expanding Anne Rice universe, “Mayfair” will follow “Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire” with a late 2022 premiere. The first season will include eight episodes.

MADEON Announces 2022 Spring Tour Dates
MADEON Announces 2022 Spring Tour Dates
December 1, 2021

Grammy-award nominated Madeon recently finished up his Good Faith Forever Tour, blending pop and dance with unparalleled stage production. Today, he has announced new 2022 tour dates making stops at The Anthem (Washington D.C.), The Mission Ballroom (Denver) Ultra Music Festival (Miami) and more with supporting act Yung Bae.

WICKED Film Looks to Authentically Cast 'Wheelchair Users' for Nessarose
WICKED Film Looks to Authentically Cast 'Wheelchair Users' for Nessarose
December 1, 2021

A new casting notice for the upcoming Wicked film adaption details that the film is seeking a 'wheelchair user' between the ages of 18-30 to play Nessarose. Rehearsals are set to begin in June/July of 2022 in the U.K. As previously announced, the new film adaption of the hit musical will star Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.

VIDEO: Liz Cooper Debuts 'Hot Sass' Music Video
VIDEO: Liz Cooper Debuts 'Hot Sass' Music Video
December 1, 2021

Liz Cooper has released the official music video for her single 'Hot Sass,' featuring her longtime bandmates Joe Bisirri and Ryan Usher. “Hot Sass” is the title track of Cooper’s widely acclaimed new album, which was released earlier this fall. Watch the new music video now!

Gary Morris Announces New Roku Channel With Exclusive Content
Gary Morris Announces New Roku Channel With Exclusive Content
December 1, 2021

'Gary Morris World' features music videos, in-concert performance footage, episodes of his hit outdoor series 'North American Sportsman' and more. Morris was seen on Broadway as Jean Valjean in Broadway’s epic hit “Les Misérables'. He was also seen as Rodolfo in the production of Puccini’s opera “La Bohéme.”

Mother Mother to Release Deluxe Edition of 'Inside'
Mother Mother to Release Deluxe Edition of 'Inside'
December 1, 2021

The new track list for the deluxe edition includes “Hayloft II,” a follow up to their breakout hit “Hayloft” which exploded onto the nascent TikTok scene in 2020, and is closing in on one million uses as a sound on the app. Listen to the original edition of the album now!



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