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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: Sarah Silverman & Seth Rogen in SANTA, INC Trailer
VIDEO: Sarah Silverman & Seth Rogen in SANTA, INC Trailer
November 22, 2021

In this series from Seth Rogen and Sarah Silverman, intrepid elf Candy Smalls (Silverman) will do anything to be named as the first female Santa – even if she has to fight like a man to get it. The cast of the new series also features Leslie Grossman, Gabourey Sidibe, Craig Robinson, Nicholas Braun, Maria Bamford and Joel Kim Booster.

VIDEO: Showtime Shares RAY DONOVAN: THE MOVIE Trailer
VIDEO: Showtime Shares RAY DONOVAN: THE MOVIE Trailer
November 22, 2021

The film follows the hit drama series’ seven-season run on the network and stars Liev Schreiber in his Emmy® nominated role. The new film picks up where season seven left off, with Mickey in the wind and Ray determined to find and stop him before he can cause any more carnage. Watch the trailer for the new film now!

VIDEO: Andrew Lloyd Webber, Emma Thompson & More Attend AN AUDIENCE WITH ADELE
VIDEO: Andrew Lloyd Webber, Emma Thompson & More Attend AN AUDIENCE WITH ADELE
November 22, 2021

Last night, ITV aired An Audience With Adele, a new television special in which Adele played new and old songs from her celebrated music catalogue. Watch Andrew Lloyd Webber, Emma Thompson, Graham Norton, and more discuss their excitement for the the evenings performance in a new video below! Adele can also be seen in the video performing her hits.

VIDEO: Watch Carrie Underwood & Jason Aldean Perform on the American Music Awards
VIDEO: Watch Carrie Underwood & Jason Aldean Perform on the American Music Awards
November 22, 2021

After winning Favorite Female Country Artist and Favorite Inspirational Artist, Carrie Underwood and fellow nominee Jason Aldean performed their hit duet “If I Didn’t Love You,” while showcasing their hometown influences and Southern roots, as part of ABC’s live telecast from L.A.’s Microsoft Theater on November 21. Watch the new performance now!

Jay Leno to Play Ed Sullivan in MIDAS MAN Film
Jay Leno to Play Ed Sullivan in MIDAS MAN Film
November 22, 2021

Jay Leno will make a rare film appearance as Ed Sullivan in the upcoming film Midas Man. Ed Sullivan was largely responsible for introducing The Beatles to American audiences. Their first appearance on February 9 1964 was viewed by a record-breaking 73 million viewers, now viewed as a watershed that helped lead to 'Beatlemania' in America.

Alison Sweeney Joins Peacock's DAYS OF OUR LIVES: A VERY SALEM CHRISTMAS Film
Alison Sweeney Joins Peacock's DAYS OF OUR LIVES: A VERY SALEM CHRISTMAS Film
November 22, 2021

The Peacock Original holiday movie also stars Deidre Hall, Eileen Davidson, Jackée Harry, Drake Hogestyn, Camila Banus, Chandler Massey, Ari Zucker, Raven Bowens, Eric Martsolf, Billy Flynn, Paul Telfer, Lindsay Arnold, Lucas Adams, Carson Boatman, Greg Rikaart, Dan Feuerriegel, Zach Tinker and Blake Berris.

VIDEO: Celina Smith Rehearses 'Tomorrow' in New ANNIE LIVE! Video
VIDEO: Celina Smith Rehearses 'Tomorrow' in New ANNIE LIVE! Video
November 22, 2021

A new video of Celina Smith singing 'Tomorrow' in rehearsals for Annie LIVE! has been released. Watch Smith sing the song, discuss her interpretation, and the timelessness of the musical with Taraji P. Henson, who plays Miss Hannigan, in the new video now! The live musical will also feature Nicole Scherzinger, Megan Hilty, and Tituss Burgess.

RON'S GONE WRONG Sets Disney+ & HBO Max Release
RON'S GONE WRONG Sets Disney+ & HBO Max Release
November 22, 2021

In “Ron’s Gone Wrong,” Things go hilariously awry when Barney, a socially awkward middle-schooler, receives a malfunctioning, digitally connected device that’s supposed to be his “best friend out of the box.” In this action-packed animated story set against the backdrop of the social media age, a boy and his robot discover true friendship.

Bullet to the Heart Releases New 'Transcendence' Album
Bullet to the Heart Releases New 'Transcendence' Album
November 22, 2021

After facing life’s trials firsthand, Chicago 4 Piece Alt-Metal/Hard Rock band Bullet to the Heart was inspired to write music to help others through the issues that challenged them; mental illness, addiction, and personal identity. Their studio music demonstrates the range, technique, and song writing ability. Listen to the new album now!

Del McCoury Releases New Single 'Once Again'
Del McCoury Releases New Single 'Once Again'
November 22, 2021

“Once Again '' is the second single from McCoury’s upcoming album Almost Proud (McCoury Music), a blue-collar collection of songs that reflect McCoury’s self-image of a working man who chose music as his vocation. Listen to the new single now!

VIDEO: Will Forte & Kirsten Wiig in Peacock's MACGRUBER Trailer
VIDEO: Will Forte & Kirsten Wiig in Peacock's MACGRUBER Trailer
November 22, 2021

The series stars Will Forte (MacGruber), Kristen Wiig (Vicki St. Elmo), Ryan Phillippe (Dixon Piper), Sam Elliott (Perry), Laurence Fishburne (General Barrett Fasoose), Billy Zane (Brigadier Commander Enos Queeth), Joseph Lee Anderson (Major Harold Kernst), and Timothy V. Murphy (Constantine Bach). Watch a jailhouse interview with MacGruber now!

STAR TREK Scenic Artists to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Directors Guild Awards
STAR TREK Scenic Artists to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Directors Guild Awards
November 22, 2021

Michael Okuda is lead graphic designer on everything Star Trek and has earned screen credit on more Star Trek productions than anyone except creator Gene Roddenberry. Denise Okuda was video/computer playback supervisor and graphic artist on seven Star Trek television shows and motion pictures.

VIDEO: Netflix Releases SELLING TAMPA & SELLING SUNSET Season Four Teaser
VIDEO: Netflix Releases SELLING TAMPA & SELLING SUNSET Season Four Teaser
November 22, 2021

Selling Sunset stars Jason and Brett Oppenheim, Chrishell Stause, Christine Quinn, Mary Fitzgerald, Heather Rae Young, Amanza Smith, Maya Vander, Davina Potratz, Vanessa Villela and Emma Hernan. Sharelle Rosado, Alexis Williams, Anne-Sophie Petit, Colony Reeves, Juawana Williams, Karla Giorgio, Rena Frazier and Tennille Moore star in Selling Tampa.

New LOONEY TUNES Podcast Now Streaming on Spotify
New LOONEY TUNES Podcast Now Streaming on Spotify
November 22, 2021

Fans can take a road trip across the country with Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck in Looney Tunes Presents: Bugs & Daffy’s Thanksgiving Road Trip. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, this four-part original comedy podcast series for the entire family features the Looney Tunes like you’ve never seen (or heard) them before. Listen to the new episode now!

VIDEO: Netflix Releases INVENTING ANNA Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Releases INVENTING ANNA Trailer
November 22, 2021

In Inventing Anna, a journalist with a lot to prove investigates the case of Anna Delvey, the Instagram-legendary German heiress who stole the hearts of New York’s social scene – and stole their money as well. The cast features Anna Chlumsky, Julia Garner, Laverne Cox, and more. Watch the new trailer now!

John Roberts Releases 'Lights Out (Remixes)'
John Roberts Releases 'Lights Out (Remixes)'
November 22, 2021

Curated by Junior Sanchez, the remix package features a variety of freshly re-worked versions of Roberts’ tracks, ranging from Austin Ato’s dub remix of “Stoned In Love” to KC Wray’s “Keep It Funky” mix for “Nobody” featuring Beth Ditto. Listen to the new release now!

VIDEO: Nicole Marxen Shares 'Dust/Bones' Music Video
VIDEO: Nicole Marxen Shares 'Dust/Bones' Music Video
November 22, 2021

Nicole Marxen is pleased to share the offical video for her single 'Bones / Dust.' The song is lifted from Nicole Marxen's acclaimed debut solo EP, Tether. The video for the single, which was directed by Richard Krause, debuted today.

Netflix Confirms Season Two of ARCANE
Netflix Confirms Season Two of ARCANE
November 22, 2021

Today at a global fan event, Netflix and Riot Games confirmed a second season of hit animated event series Arcane. Hailee Steinfeld (Vi), Ella Purnell (Jinx) and Katie Leung (Caitlyn Kiramman) will reprise their voice roles in the upcoming second season. The rest of the casting is currently under wraps. Watch the new announcement video now!

Valley Announces New U.S. Headline Tour Dates
Valley Announces New U.S. Headline Tour Dates
November 22, 2021

From playing their first US festivals, to selling out nationwide shows with COIN, going viral with “Like 1999” on TikTok and amassing over 240 million global streams, Valley – comprised of Rob Laska, Karah James, Mickey Brandolino and Alex DiMauro – keeps on breaking their own personal best records and show no signs of slowing down.

WE ARE LADY PARTS Renewed for Second Season at Peacock
WE ARE LADY PARTS Renewed for Second Season at Peacock
November 22, 2021

Season one featured Anjana Vasan (Amina Hussain), Sarah Kameela Impey (Saira), Juliette Motamed (Ayesha), Faith Omole (Bisma), Lucie Shorthouse (Momtaz), Zaqi Ismail (Ahsan) and Aiysha Hart (Noor). The renewal of We Are Lady Parts joins the additional second season renewals of Peacock comedies GIRLS5EVA and Rutherford Falls.  






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