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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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Disney Television Orders PRIMOS Animated Comedy Series
Disney Television Orders PRIMOS Animated Comedy Series
November 3, 2021

The story, based on Kline's childhood experiences with her extended multicultural Mexican American family, introduces Tater, an eccentric 10-year-old girl with big dreams and, unbeknownst to her, a certain 'it factor' that makes her exceptional. When her 12 cousins ('primos') move in for the summer, they help her discover just what it is.

VIDEO: HBO Releases Documentary A CHOICE OF WEAPONS: INSPIRED BY GORDON PARKS Trailer
VIDEO: HBO Releases Documentary A CHOICE OF WEAPONS: INSPIRED BY GORDON PARKS Trailer
November 3, 2021

A Choice Of Weapons: Inspired by Gordon Parks explores the enduring legacy of photographer, writer, composer, activist and filmmaker, Gordon Parks, and spotlights his visionary work and its impact on the next generation of artists.

VIDEO: Lightleak Releases New 'Sympathetic Vibration' Visual
VIDEO: Lightleak Releases New 'Sympathetic Vibration' Visual
November 3, 2021

Chicago-based band Lightleak is sharing the official video for 'Sympathetic Vibration' the final pre-release single from their debut full-length album, Tender Fits. The video which was directed by Emily Dupree. 'Sympathetic Vibration' follows the release of singles 'No Icon' and “B.I.D.S.I.U.” Watch the new music video now!

VIDEO: Disney+ Releases Trailer for CIAO ALBERTO
VIDEO: Disney+ Releases Trailer for CIAO ALBERTO
November 3, 2021

Disney+ has revealed the trailer for a new animated short film, “Ciao Alberto” from Pixar, featuring characters from this summer’s animated hit breakout film “Luca”. Watch the trailer for the new short now!

VIDEO: BLACKSTARKIDS Release 'I HATE BEING IN LOVE' Music Video
VIDEO: BLACKSTARKIDS Release 'I HATE BEING IN LOVE' Music Video
November 3, 2021

Watch the self-directed, tongue-in-cheek visual for “I HATE BEING IN LOVE”, which spoofs a Late Night With Seth Meyers musical guest segment and speaks to wrestling with the discomfort of falling in love and making yourself vulnerable to someone else, now!

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for DRAGONS RESCUE RIDERS: HEROES OF THE SKY on Peacock
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for DRAGONS RESCUE RIDERS: HEROES OF THE SKY on Peacock
November 3, 2021

Dragon Rescue Riders: Heroes of the Sky is the next chapter following the adventures of viking twins Dak and Leyla, who were rescued and raised by dragons, growing up learning to speak their language. Watch the new trailer now!

Paul McCartney & Third Man Records Release MCCARTNEY/333 Documentary
Paul McCartney & Third Man Records Release MCCARTNEY/333 Documentary
November 3, 2021

Paul McCartney and Third Man Records have released McCartney/333, a mini-documentary detailing the vinyl pressing process for the limited “333 Edition” version of McCartney's acclaimed 2020 solo album McCartney III. Watch the documentary and purchase the new record now!

Greer Releases New 'Way Out' Single
Greer Releases New 'Way Out' Single
November 3, 2021

Orange Country indie-pop rock band Greer will release their brand new Happy People EP November 5. The collection’s melodies bear the mark of influences like Elvis Costello and Big Star. Today, the band shares “Way Out,” an introspective song with a skyscraping chorus about making decisions for yourself despite the expectations that are put on you.

Mr Little Jeans Returns With 'Jump to Fall' Single
Mr Little Jeans Returns With 'Jump to Fall' Single
November 3, 2021

The return of Mr Little Jeans comes three years in the making and follows the release of 'Forgetter'. Since then, she's been in and out of the studio writing and her forthcoming full-length (TBA 2022 via Nettwerk Records). Listen to the new single now!

VIDEO: Peacock Releases Trailer for SAVED BY THE BELL Season 2
VIDEO: Peacock Releases Trailer for SAVED BY THE BELL Season 2
November 3, 2021

The series stars Elizabeth Berkley Lauren (Jessie Spano), Mario Lopez (A.C. Slater), John Michael Higgins (Principal Toddman), Haskiri Velazquez (Daisy), Mitchell Hoog (Mac Morris), Josie Totah (Lexi), Alycia Pascual-Peña (Aisha), Belmont Cameli (Jamie Spano) and Dexter Darden (DeVante). Watch the new trailer now!

VIDEO: KELLY & RYAN Perform With FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME
VIDEO: KELLY & RYAN Perform With FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME
November 3, 2021

The cast of Freestyle Love Supreme appeared on LIVE! With Kelly & Ryan this morning to perform a completely improvised song about the show's hosts. After an interview, Ripa and Seacrest joined the cast in a game as they attempted to improvise their own song.

VIDEO: Soft Punch Releases New Music Video for 'Astering'
VIDEO: Soft Punch Releases New Music Video for 'Astering'
November 3, 2021

Soft Punch shared their brand new single and music video 'Astering.' The official video which was created by the band debuted today. 'Astering' and its b-side 'Strange Light' will be available this Friday digitally and on limited edition cassette. Both singles will be also be available on all streaming platforms to add to your favorite playlists. 

Whoopi Goldberg to Narrate JFK REVISITED: THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS Documentary on SHOWTIME
Whoopi Goldberg to Narrate JFK REVISITED: THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS Documentary on SHOWTIME
November 3, 2021

Narrated by Oscar® winners Whoopi Goldberg and Donald Sutherland and featuring a renowned team of historians and witnesses, JFK Revisited: Through the Looking Glass will inform a new generation that this unresolved murder was indeed shocking and perhaps even calculated.

Michael Rapaport, Jerry Springer & More Announced as WENDY WILLIAMS SHOW Guest Hosts
Michael Rapaport, Jerry Springer & More Announced as WENDY WILLIAMS SHOW Guest Hosts
November 3, 2021

Michael Rapaport, Jerry Springer, Bill Bellamy, and Steve Wilkos have been announced as new guest hosts for the Wendy Williams Show. As Williams is out on medical leave, guests such as Whitney Cummings, Leah Remini, and Sherri Shepherd have hosted the popular daytime talk show.

Randy Travis To Release 'An Old Time Christmas (Deluxe Edition)'
Randy Travis To Release 'An Old Time Christmas (Deluxe Edition)'
November 3, 2021

The album, originally released in 1989, is certified Gold by the RIAA and is the first Christmas record Travis ever released, kicking off his longtime association with the Holiday season. Christmas standards and has been featured in movie classics like 'Annabelle’s Wish' and 'A Holiday to Remember', the new edition will include three new songs.

VIDEO: Pink Sweat$ Releases 'Nothing Feels Better' Music Video
VIDEO: Pink Sweat$ Releases 'Nothing Feels Better' Music Video
November 3, 2021

Modern R&B sensation Pink Sweat$ has unveiled the official music video for his ecstatic new single, “Nothing Feels Better'. The first single from Pink’s much anticipated new project, PINK MOON, arriving in early 2022. Watch the new music video now! Plus, check out his upcoming tour dates!

VIDEO: Kings Elliot Shares 'Call Me a Dreamer' Music Video
VIDEO: Kings Elliot Shares 'Call Me a Dreamer' Music Video
November 3, 2021

London-via-Switzerland singer-songwriter Kings Elliot has accumulated millions of global streams around her first three songs—“I’m Getting Tired Of Me,” “Dancing Alone” and “Bitter Tonic”—all featured on the highly anticipated forthcoming EP. Watch the new music video now!

Jenny Lewis Releases New Single 'Puppy & a Truck'
Jenny Lewis Releases New Single 'Puppy & a Truck'
November 3, 2021

As if supporting Harry Styles every night of his Love on Tour, and releasing four collaborative tracks with Serengeti over the last year wasn’t enough, Jenny Lewis has found yet another way to help us shake off our collective 2021 blues: The brand new “Puppy and a Truck,' out today.

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for MONEY HEIST Part 5 Volume 2 on Netflix
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for MONEY HEIST Part 5 Volume 2 on Netflix
November 3, 2021

Only one month remains until the end of the heist, when the world will discover the fate of The Professor (Álvaro Morte) and his gang. Today, Netflix debuted the final trailer for La Casa de Papel (Money Heist) Part 5: Volume 2.

VIDEO: Tom Hanks Opens Up About Peter Scolari's Passing on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
VIDEO: Tom Hanks Opens Up About Peter Scolari's Passing on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
November 3, 2021

Tom Hanks appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live last night discuss is new film The Finch. In the interview, he opened up about his friendship with the late Peter Scolari, discussing the beginning of their friendship while filming 'Bosom Buddies', revealing that they were 'molecularly connected' on set.






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