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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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BWW Exclusive: Megan Hilty Voices Holly Darlin in TROLLSTOPIA 'Hairnasium' Clip
BWW Exclusive: Megan Hilty Voices Holly Darlin in TROLLSTOPIA 'Hairnasium' Clip
December 8, 2021

Smash and Annie Live! star Megan Hilty voices the character of Holly Darlin in the fifth season of TrollsTopia! The series also features the voices of Skylar Astin, Kenan Thompson, Michael Richardson, David Flynn, Jeanine Mason, Glozell Green, and more. Watch Hilty's character in action in an exclusive clip from the new season!

VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Talks Directing TICK, TICK...BOOM! on Netflix Film Club
VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Talks Directing TICK, TICK...BOOM! on Netflix Film Club
December 8, 2021

Lin-Manuel Miranda appeared on Netflix Film Club to discuss his directorial debut with tick, tick...BOOM! He discusses how the film is personal to him, how it's similar to Hamilton and In the Heights, and approaching the film as if it were a reading of a new musical. The video also features new rehearsal and filming footage from the production.

VIDEO: Haiku Hands Release New 'Conclusions' Music Video
VIDEO: Haiku Hands Release New 'Conclusions' Music Video
December 8, 2021

The album includes the new single, “Conclusions” alongside favorites such as “Manbitch”, “Fashion Model Art (feat. Sofi Tukker)”, “Not About You”, and more. The video for “Conclusions” was shot by three different cinematographers in three difference cities. Watch the new music visual now!

VIDEO: Raiche Shares 'Burn Your Clothes' Acoustic Performance
VIDEO: Raiche Shares 'Burn Your Clothes' Acoustic Performance
December 8, 2021

Now boasting close to 17M worldwide streams across her growing body of work, Raiche made her national debut with 2018’s “Money Pies”. “Complicated” followed the next year and was featured on Raiche’s acclaimed debut EP, DRIVE, which was highlighted by the title track featured in Netflix’s Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker.

VIDEO: Cynthia Nixon & Kristin Davis Talk SEX & THE CITY Reboot on COLBERT
VIDEO: Cynthia Nixon & Kristin Davis Talk SEX & THE CITY Reboot on COLBERT
December 8, 2021

Last night, Kristin Davis and Cynthia Nixon appeared on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert to discuss the upcoming new chapter of Sex and the City, And Just Like That. In the interview the pair discussed filming fake scenes on the streets of New York City to throw off potential spoilers and remembered their cast member, the late Willie Garson.

Stromae Announces New Album 'Multitude'
Stromae Announces New Album 'Multitude'
December 8, 2021

Stromae has revealed he will be releasing his third studio album ‘Multitude’. This highly anticipated full-length will feature 12 original tracks written and produced by Stromae, and will be available on digital, CD and vinyl, including special colored versions for D2C. Watch the music video for 'Santé' now!

Donna Summer, David Bowie & More Featured on HOUSE OF GUCCI Soundtrack
Donna Summer, David Bowie & More Featured on HOUSE OF GUCCI Soundtrack
December 8, 2021

The new album compilation features tracks from Donna Summer, David Bowie, George Michael, Blondie, Black Machine, and more. The album also features the 'House of Gucci Score Suite' by Harry Gregson-Williams. The cast includes Lady Gaga, Adam Driver, Jared Leto, Jeremy Irons, Reeve Carney, Jack Huston, with Salma Hayek and Al Pacino.

Penelope Isles Announce U.S. Tour Dates
Penelope Isles Announce U.S. Tour Dates
December 8, 2021

Penelope Isles—the project of UK-born and bred siblings, co-songwriters and co-vocalists Lily and Jack Wolter—released their sophomore album Which Way To Happy a few weeks ago, and today they announce their U.S. tour in support of the record. Plus, watch the new music video for 'Have You Heard!'

VIDEO: Stanley Tucci & Clarke Peters in LA FORTUNA Trailer
VIDEO: Stanley Tucci & Clarke Peters in LA FORTUNA Trailer
December 8, 2021

In addition to Tucci and Peters, the six-part limited series boasts a stellar international cast including Spanish actors Álvaro Mel and Ana Polvorosa, and British actress T’Nia Miller. The cast is rounded out by Karra Elejalde, Manolo Solo, Alfonso Lara, Blanca Portillo, Pedro Casablanc, among others.

VIDEO: Tiffany Woys Releases 'About Love' Music Video
VIDEO: Tiffany Woys Releases 'About Love' Music Video
December 8, 2021

Tiffany Woys has released the official music video for her brand new single, “About Love.”  The sweet clip, filmed in the neon lights of downtown Nashville and directed by Robert Chavers. Written by Jason Saenz, Sara Haze and Sam Ellis, “About Love” marks Tiffany’s fifth charted single on Billboard’s National Country Radio Indicator Chart.

VIDEO: Christina Aguilera Performs Medley at People's Choice Awards
VIDEO: Christina Aguilera Performs Medley at People's Choice Awards
December 8, 2021

Last night, Grammy Award-winner Christina Aguilera received the first-ever “Music Icon” award at the 2021 “People’s Choice Awards.” Aguilera took to thestage for a medley of her hits, culminating in music from her new Spanish-language album. Watch the performance, featuring hits such as 'Ain’t No Man', 'Genie in a Bottle', and 'Beautiful', now!

VIDEO: Girlpool Release 'Faultline' Music Video
VIDEO: Girlpool Release 'Faultline' Music Video
December 8, 2021

Girlpool, the Los Angeles duo comprised of Avery Tucker (he/him) and Harmony Tividad (she/her), have shared an alluring new single titled 'Faultline' with a Julian Klincewicz-directed video. Last year, Girlpool released “Like I’m Winning It' to universal acclaim. Watch the new music video now!

Kanye West & Drake to Team Up for Amazon Music Benefit Concert
Kanye West & Drake to Team Up for Amazon Music Benefit Concert
December 8, 2021

he Free Larry Hoover benefit concert will stream live on Amazon Music and Prime Video From the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Thursday, December 9 to raise awareness of the need for prison and sentencing reform. The concert will also be live streamed for a special engagement in IMAX cinemas in select cities nationwide.

Old Crow Medicine Show to Return With New Album 'Paint This Town'
Old Crow Medicine Show to Return With New Album 'Paint This Town'
December 8, 2021

The band also shares a music video for the album’s title track “Paint This Town,” a swinging anthem that fully embodies the band’s carefree troublemaking over the last two decades. The video was directed by Travis Nicholson and turns back time to show younger versions of the band's six members. Watch the music video and pre-order the album now!

VIDEO: Aimee Mann Releases 'I See You' Music Video
VIDEO: Aimee Mann Releases 'I See You' Music Video
December 8, 2021

Mann started developing the new music when wrote songs for a stage adaptation of Girl, Interrupted, Susannah Kaysen’s memoir about her psychiatric hospitalization in the late 1960s. It was material that Mann understood well, having had her own struggles with mental illness. The resulting music comes together in Queens of The Summer Hotel.

Sevendust Announce 'Blood & Stone' Deluxe Album
Sevendust Announce 'Blood & Stone' Deluxe Album
December 8, 2021

Blood & Stone Deluxe contains five new tracks including three never-before-released remixes and two newly recorded songs. Jake Bowen of Periphery, Richard Wicander of Fire From The Gods and Justin deBlieck formerly of Ice Nine Kills provide remixes and the band finished recording “All I Really Know” and “What You Are” specifically for this release.

VIDEO: Watch Camila Cabello Perform 'I'll Be Home For Christmas'
VIDEO: Watch Camila Cabello Perform 'I'll Be Home For Christmas'
December 8, 2021

Camila Cabello appeared on Michael Bublé's Christmas in the City special on NBC to perform her rendition of 'I'll Be Home For Christmas'. Cabello recently starred as the title role in Amazon Prime's Cinderella, which was released in September and her album 'Familia' is set to be released soon. Watch the new performance now!

Discovery+ & OWN Announce New Unscripted Series
Discovery+ & OWN Announce New Unscripted Series
December 8, 2021

With the help of mental health experts Dr. Cynthia Powell-Hicks and Dr. Allycin Powell-Hicks, the series follows six pairs of mothers and daughters who embark on a 3-week retreat to address their broken relationships. Emotions run high as healing these relationships exposes long-kept secrets, reopening old wounds and revealing deep seated issues.

DAILY SHOW Writer Josh Johnson Shares 'Home Alone' From Upcoming Comedy Album
DAILY SHOW Writer Josh Johnson Shares 'Home Alone' From Upcoming Comedy Album
December 8, 2021

Daily Show writer, comedian, and artist Josh Johnson has announced the release of Channel Black -- an audio journey that showcases the best in contemporary black comedic talent alongside historical black activists and thought leaders. Today, he shares 'Home Alone' to accompany the release announcement.

Adele, Britney Spears & More Win People's Choice Awards - See the Full List of Winners!
Adele, Britney Spears & More Win People's Choice Awards - See the Full List of Winners!
December 8, 2021

The categories for the ceremony were completely voted for by fan, honoring the best of movies, television, music, and social media. Halle Berry, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Kim Kardashian West, and Christina Aguilera were honored with icon awards. Winners also included Scarlett Johansson, BTS, Cruella, The Voice, Selena Gomez, JoJo Siwa, and more.



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