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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: John Cameron Mitchell & Kate McKinnon in Peacock's JOE VS CAROLE Trailer
VIDEO: John Cameron Mitchell & Kate McKinnon in Peacock's JOE VS CAROLE Trailer
February 3, 2022

Peacock has released the official trailer for Joe vs Carole, the new limited series based on Tiger King stars Joe Exotic and Carole Baskin. John Cameron Mitchell and Kate McKinnon star in the new series. The cast also includes Kyle MacLachlan, Brian Van Holt, Sam Keeley, Nat Wolf, Marlo Kelly, William Fichtner, Dean Winters, and David Wenham.

Brynn Elliott Shares New Single 'Terrified'
Brynn Elliott Shares New Single 'Terrified'
February 3, 2022

Singer-songwriter Brynn Elliott has announced today’s release of her new song “Terrified,” available now at all DSPs and streaming services. Co-written with Paris Carney and Cameron Montgomery, the track is joined by an official visualizer, created by director Austin S. Winchell (Hayley Kiyoko, Marshmello x Roddy Ricch). Watch the visual now!

French Riviera Film Festival Unveils Official Poster Art for 2022
French Riviera Film Festival Unveils Official Poster Art for 2022
February 3, 2022

The fourth annual French Riviera Film Festival (FRFF) is pleased to unveil the fest’s 2022 official poster, featuring an original work of art  titled “Girl On The French Riviera,” created exclusively for the festival by New York City-based, artist Cindy Shaoul.

Paramount Renews YELLOWSTONE for Season Five
Paramount Renews YELLOWSTONE for Season Five
February 3, 2022

Guest stars Jen Landon and Kathryn Kelly have been upped to series regulars, alongside the impressive ensemble that includes Oscar®-winner Kevin Costner, Luke Grimes, Kelly Reilly, Wes Bentley, Cole Hauser, Kelsey Asbille, Brecken Merrill, Jefferson White, Forrie Smith, Denim Richards, Ian Bohen, Finn Little, Ryan Bingham and Gil Birmingham.

SASAMI Shares New Single 'Call Me Home'
SASAMI Shares New Single 'Call Me Home'
February 3, 2022

SASAMI shares a new single “Call Me Home,” the latest single from her anticipated new album, Squeeze. SASAMI is hitting the road later this spring on a headline tour that also includes support for Haim in the US and Mitski in EU. Listen to the new single now! Plus, check out the complete list of tour dates.

Oprah to Announce THE COLOR PURPLE Casting in ABC SOUL OF A NATION Special
Oprah to Announce THE COLOR PURPLE Casting in ABC SOUL OF A NATION Special
February 3, 2022

The special will reveal the lead actresses who are cast as Celia and Sofia in Warner Bros.’ film adaptation of the beloved musical “The Color Purple” and feature an exclusive clip of “The Color Purple” producer Oprah Winfrey delivering the casting news to one of the actresses.

Grammy-Nominated Duo Silk Sonic Join Fortnite Video Game
Grammy-Nominated Duo Silk Sonic Join Fortnite Video Game
February 3, 2022

Silk Sonic has officially joined Fortnite as a duo, bringing their signature style to the game in partnership with Fortnite and Atlantic Records. The “Icon Series” launch includes new in-game Outfits for players, a brand new in-game radio station, and a player tournament. The duo previously performed a virtual concert on the platform.

13: THE MUSICAL Adaptation Coming to Netflix This Year
13: THE MUSICAL Adaptation Coming to Netflix This Year
February 3, 2022

Netflix has added the upcoming film adaption of 13: The Musical to its 2022 film slate. The cast includes Debra Messing, Rhea Perlman, Josh Peck, Peter Hermann, Eli Golden, Gabriella Uhl, and more. Netflix's 2022 film slate also includes the new film adaptation of the Tony and Olivier award-winning Matilda: the Musical, starring Emma Thompson.

VIDEO: The Linda Lindas Perform Title Track of Debut Album 'Growing Up' on THE LATE SHOW
VIDEO: The Linda Lindas Perform Title Track of Debut Album 'Growing Up' on THE LATE SHOW
February 3, 2022

Last night, Los Angeles-based all-female punk band, The Linda Lindas, performed “Growing Up,” the lead single and title track from their newly announced anticipated debut album. Tonight, The Linda Lindas will also host a live streaming mini-concert from Humberto Leon’s CHIFA restaurant in east LA. Plus, check out the group's upcoming tour dates!

VIDEO: Ceramic Animal Release 'Tangled' Music Video
VIDEO: Ceramic Animal Release 'Tangled' Music Video
February 3, 2022

Today, Ceramic Animal have released a new single, “Tangled,” along with a companion music video directed by Andy Hawkes. Today, they also have announced a major North American summer tour supporting The Black Keys. Watch the new music video and check out the group's headline and supporting upcoming tour dates!

Donna Cline to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at ADG Awards 2022
Donna Cline to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at ADG Awards 2022
February 3, 2022

Cline’s Industry credits include 55 + feature films and 25 + television shows, among which are, Outbreak, The Doctor, Deep Blue Sea, Red Dragon, Tombstone, George of the Jungle, Mulholland Falls, Hocus Pocus, The Flintstones, Bones, and The X-Files.

Photo: First Look at Glenn Close in Apple TV's TEHRAN Season Two
Photo: First Look at Glenn Close in Apple TV's TEHRAN Season Two
February 3, 2022

The new season stars two time Emmy Award winner and Academy Award nominee Glenn Close and Niv Sultan, who returns as Mossad agent Tamar Rabinyan, as well as Shaun Toub and Shervin Alenabi. The series will debut with the first two episodes followed by new weekly installments each Friday during it’s eight-episode season.

WE TV Announces New LOVE AFTER LOCKUP Episodes
WE TV Announces New LOVE AFTER LOCKUP Episodes
February 3, 2022

Five new couples and a fan favorite couple from Love During Lockup take the drama to the next level with deeper love, bigger doubts, and even more mystery, as viewers once again debate if it's true love or just another convincing con. Check out the new couples now! Plus, watch a super tease of the upcoming ten episodes.

VIDEO: Mallrat Releases New 'Your Love' Music Video
VIDEO: Mallrat Releases New 'Your Love' Music Video
February 3, 2022

Prized pop songwriter MALLRAT – aka Grace Shaw – today shares new single and video “Your Love” available everywhere now. Co-produced by Mallrat and Stylaz Fuego (Charli XCX, Troye Sivan), and mixed by Andrew Dawson (Kanye West, Tyler, The Creator), ‘Your Love’ demonstrates a new confidence in Mallrat.

Jane Ellen Bryant & Terra Lightfoot Share New Track 'Somebody Was Gonna Find Out'
Jane Ellen Bryant & Terra Lightfoot Share New Track 'Somebody Was Gonna Find Out'
February 3, 2022

A new episode of the Song Confessional podcast features a collaboration from songwriters Jane Ellen Bryant and Terra Lightfoot, “Somebody Was Gonna Find Out.” Hosted by Walker Lukens and Zac Catanzaro and in collaboration with NPR's KUT/KUTX radio in Austin, each episode of Song Confessional features a new song composed by a different artist

Curtis Braly Announces Track From SLAPFACE Soundtrack
Curtis Braly Announces Track From SLAPFACE Soundtrack
February 3, 2022

Rising country artist Curtis Braly recently announced the release of his new single included in the original motion picture soundtrack of ‘Slapface’ the movie. Slapface will be released on AMC Networks’ Shudder, the only premium streaming service for both casual and super fans of thrillers, suspense, and horror.

Leslie Jordan & Tracee Ellis Ross to Announce 94th Oscars Nominations
Leslie Jordan & Tracee Ellis Ross to Announce 94th Oscars Nominations
February 3, 2022

Emmy-winning actor-comedian Leslie Jordan (“Will & Grace,” “The Help”) and Emmy-nominated actor-CEO-producer Tracee Ellis Ross (“black-ish,” “The High Note”) will announce the 94th Oscars® nominations in all 23 Academy Award categories. The 94th Oscars will be held on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Dolby® Theatre at Hollywood.

Ariana DeBose, Mike Faist & More Nominated for BAFTA Awards - See the Full List!
Ariana DeBose, Mike Faist & More Nominated for BAFTA Awards - See the Full List!
February 3, 2022

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts have announced the nominees for the 2022 BAFTA Film Awards. West Side Story scored five nominations, including nods for Ariana DeBose and Mike Faist. Other nominees include Cyrano, Encanto, Ruth Negga, Jessie Buckley, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Lady Gaga, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!

PATSY & LORETTA, Starring Megan Hilty & Jessie Mueller, Now Streaming on Netflix
PATSY & LORETTA, Starring Megan Hilty & Jessie Mueller, Now Streaming on Netflix
February 2, 2022

Based on the untold true story of country singers Patsy Cline (Megan Hilty, Smash, The Good Wife) and Loretta Lynn (Jessie Mueller, Broadway's Waitress, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical) comes an incredible, and 'Crazy', story about their beloved friendship.

VIDEO: Joseph Marcell Stars in THE EXORCISM OF GOD Trailer
VIDEO: Joseph Marcell Stars in THE EXORCISM OF GOD Trailer
February 2, 2022

Peter Williams, an American priest in Mexico, is considered a saint by many local parishioners. However, due to a botched exorcism, he carries a dark secret that's eating him alive until he gets an opportunity to face his own demon one final time. The film stars Joseph Marcell, María Gabriela de Faría, Hector Kotsifakis, and Irán Castillo.



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