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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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Ross Harris Releases New Single 'CRUEL'
Ross Harris Releases New Single 'CRUEL'
November 5, 2021

‘CRUEL’ has been co-written with Fraser Churchill (Charlie Puth, Ronan Keeting, Lukas Graham), and co-produced with Sistek. The track was written and produced across three continents without ever being in the same room, with Ross based in London, Fraser in Nashville and Sistek in Santiago.

Dijon Releases Debut Album 'Absolutely'; Announces New Tour Dates
Dijon Releases Debut Album 'Absolutely'; Announces New Tour Dates
November 5, 2021

The album channels the unfettered emotion of Dijon's live show, which has become a 'you had to be there' topic of conversation in the music community with his performance entrancing any witnesses over the last several years. In tandem with the album's release, Dijon shares the video for 'Many Times' Directed by Jack Karaszewski.

Forest Blakk Shares New Christmas Single 'Sing Along With Me'
Forest Blakk Shares New Christmas Single 'Sing Along With Me'
November 5, 2021

Singer/songwriter Forest Blakk is ushering in the holiday season with his cozy new Christmas single, “Sing Along With Me.” Co-written by Forest and Davis Holmes Naish, the festive new song is a sentimental ode featuring soaring vocals from Forest and jingle bells that summon the holiday spirit.

Billy Idol Releases Remastered Christmas Album
Billy Idol Releases Remastered Christmas Album
November 5, 2021

Originally released in 2006, the album features Idol performing a wide variety of Christmas classics as well as the new original bonus track “On Christmas Day” with longtime Idol collaborator Steve Stevens on guitar. Watch a new trailer for the album now!

Louis Dunford Releases New Single 'My Generation'
Louis Dunford Releases New Single 'My Generation'
November 5, 2021

Following the release of his recent acclaimed EP ‘The Morland’, Louis Dunford has released his emotive new single ‘My Generation’ via Sony RCA UK, showing off yet another dimension to the singer/songwriter’s capabilities. The track is taken from Louis’ eagerly anticipated forthcoming EP.

The HISTORY Channel Announces THE TOYS THAT BUILT AMERICA Documentary Series
The HISTORY Channel Announces THE TOYS THAT BUILT AMERICA Documentary Series
November 5, 2021

“The Toys That Built America” chronicles the toy titans whose imaginations soared to build billion-dollar empires, the rivalries that gave rise to the modern toy industry and the history of the visionaries behind iconic products like Monopoly® and G.I. Joe®. Watch a promo for the new special now!

Peacock Unveils Thanksgiving Day Lineup
Peacock Unveils Thanksgiving Day Lineup
November 5, 2021

Starting with the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and finishing the day with Sunday Night Football, fans can enjoy a full day of entertainment on Peacock in one place. Check out Peacock's full lineup of Thanksgiving Day programming now!

Leslie Odom Jr, Ariana Grande & More Join Kelly Clarkson Christmas Special
Leslie Odom Jr, Ariana Grande & More Join Kelly Clarkson Christmas Special
November 5, 2021

Brett Eldredge, Ariana Grande, Jay Leno, Melissa McCarthy, Leslie Odom Jr., Amy Poehler and the one-and-only Santa Claus will join Clarkson and some special everyday heroes with life-changing surprises. The special will be filled with Clarkson’s new original songs as well as a curated list of iconic classics.

BRUISED Soundtrack to Feature H.E.R., Cardi B & More
BRUISED Soundtrack to Feature H.E.R., Cardi B & More
November 5, 2021

Hand-selected by Executive Producers Halle Berry and Cardi B, the Soundtrack exclusively assembles a cohort of fiery female stars. The soundtrack features all-female artists including H.E.R, Cardi B., City Girls, Saweetie, Latto, Erica Banks, Flo Milli, Baby Tate, Young M.A., DreamDoll, and Roc Nation’s Rapsody, Big Bottle Wyanna, and Ambre.

Goo Goo Dolls Release Deluxe Edition Of 'It's Christmas All Over'
Goo Goo Dolls Release Deluxe Edition Of 'It's Christmas All Over'
November 5, 2021

The twelve-song LP marks a special version of the band’s first-ever Christmas record, featuring the brand new original track “One Last Song About Christmas” and a never-before-heard cover of “I’ve Got My Love To Keep Me Warm,” a holiday music staple that was made famous by Dean Martin. Listen to the full album now!

VIDEO: Showtime Releases Full First Episode of YELLOWJACKETS For Free
VIDEO: Showtime Releases Full First Episode of YELLOWJACKETS For Free
November 5, 2021

The psychological thriller stars Melanie Lynskey, Juliette Lewis, Christina Ricci and Tawny Cypress. The series follows the saga of a team of wildly talented high school girls soccer players who become the (un)lucky survivors of a plane crash deep in the remote northern wilderness. Watch the first full episode now!

VIDEO: Sia & Sean Paul Release 'Dynamite' Music Video
VIDEO: Sia & Sean Paul Release 'Dynamite' Music Video
November 5, 2021

The fun & futuristic video gives viewers a peek into the new tech fueled & chrome filled world of Kingston, Jamaica in the future. The video sees dancers decked out in elaborate colorful costumes as they are swayed by the infectious rhythm of 'Dynamite' while competing in an epic dance battle. Watch the new video now!

VIDEO: ALADDIN & LION KING Cast Members' Full 'Don't Stop Me Now' Performance
VIDEO: ALADDIN & LION KING Cast Members' Full 'Don't Stop Me Now' Performance
November 5, 2021

Cast members from Disney's Aladdin and The Lion King on Broadway performed on ABC's Queen Family Singalong last night, hosted by Darren Criss. Watch Milo Alosi, Tia Altinay, Lissa deGuzman, Bonita Hamilton, Mduduzi Madela, Brandon McCall, Michael James Scott and Adrienne Walker rock out in their full performance of 'Don't Stop Me Now' below!

VIDEO: Slayyyter Teams Up With Big Freedia for 'Stupid Boy' Music Video
VIDEO: Slayyyter Teams Up With Big Freedia for 'Stupid Boy' Music Video
November 5, 2021

“Stupid Boy” marks Slayyyter’s arrival onto the dance scene with an adrenaline-fueled, club-ready banger. Complete with distorted, camcorder-esque visuals, Slayyyter and Big Freedia dominate the ring in the new video, which radiates the over-the-top, camp energy of wrestling. Watch the new lyric video now!

Carrie Underwood Releases 'My Gift (Special Edition)' on Vinyl
Carrie Underwood Releases 'My Gift (Special Edition)' on Vinyl
November 5, 2021

Seven-time GRAMMY® Award winner and 2021 CMA Entertainer of the Year nominee Carrie Underwood’s My Gift (Special Edition) is available on vinyl today.  The album, featuring three new tracks, was released digitally and on CD September 24, debuting #1 on Billboard’s Holiday Albums chart.

Sadie Sink & Dylan O'Brien to Star in Taylor Swift's 'All Too Well' Short Film
Sadie Sink & Dylan O'Brien to Star in Taylor Swift's 'All Too Well' Short Film
November 5, 2021

The video will release alongside 'Red (Taylor's Version)', the highly-anticipated 30-track re-recorded version of Swift's Grammy-nominated 2012 LP. The album will feature an extended 10 minute version of the fan favorite track 'All Too Well'. Watch the trailer for the new video now!

Gabriel Byrne to Play Samuel Beckett in New Biopic Directed by James Marsh
Gabriel Byrne to Play Samuel Beckett in New Biopic Directed by James Marsh
November 5, 2021

The new film will be directed by Oscar-winner James Marsh. Penned by Neil Forsyth, the film is named after Beckett’s famous philosophy of “Dance first, think later”. The film is described to be 'a sweeping account of the life of this icon of 20th-century literature.'

Morgan James Releases 'A Very Magnetic Christmas'
Morgan James Releases 'A Very Magnetic Christmas'
November 5, 2021

The resulting ten tracks combine James' soulful take on classics like 'O Holy Night,' and 'White Christmas,' re-imagined favorites, and three originals, co-written by James and her husband/collaborator/arranger Doug Wamble. James recorded the full album in front of a live studio audience.

Ingrid Michaelson Releases 'Songs For The Season (Deluxe Edition)'
Ingrid Michaelson Releases 'Songs For The Season (Deluxe Edition)'
November 5, 2021

The deluxe album features collaborations with Zooey Deschanel, Jason Mraz, and Leslie Odom Jr. The EMMY Award-nominated and multi-platinum-certified New York singer/songwriter will take the stage Sunday, December 5th and perform tracks off of her album ‘Ingrid Michaelson’s Songs For The Season - Deluxe Edition’ along with other festive tunes.

Silk Sonic Releases New 'Smoking Out the Window' Single
Silk Sonic Releases New 'Smoking Out the Window' Single
November 5, 2021

“Leave The Door Open” was Silk Sonic’s first #1 single on the Billboard Hot 100, spending two non-consecutive weeks at #1 and 18 consecutive weeks in the top 10. The duo then coasted into their sophomore release of “Skate,” which saw them glide into a second top 10 hit on Billboards Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. Watch a visual for the new single now!



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