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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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WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
March 11, 2024

Water For Elephants is performing on Good Morning America this week. The cast includes Grant Gustin, Isabelle McCalla, Gregg Edelman, Alexander Nolan, Stan Brown, and more. The episode will also feature an interview with Jenifer Lewis and Taylor Swift announcing a new song from “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version)” on Disney+.

Video: How Ingrid Michaelson Processed Her Grief Through Writing THE NOTEBOOK
Video: How Ingrid Michaelson Processed Her Grief Through Writing THE NOTEBOOK
March 11, 2024

Ingrid Michaelson is opening up about how she processed the loss of her parents through The Notebook. Labeling composing the score as 'the best thing she's ever done in her life,' Michaelson opened up about how writing the music helped her process the grief of losing her parents. Watch the video now!

Photos: Inside the Oscars With Emma Stone, Michelle Yeoh & More
Photos: Inside the Oscars With Emma Stone, Michelle Yeoh & More
March 11, 2024

See new photos of Emma Stone, Cynthia Erivo, Jessica Lange, Ryan Gosling, Ariana Grande, Cillian Murphy, Jennifer Lawrence, Zendaya, Melissa McCarthy, Regina King, Michelle Yeoh, and more behind-the-scenes of the Oscars. Check out photos from inside the theater, backstage, and the press room now!

Photos: Inside Ariana Grande's SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Return
Photos: Inside Ariana Grande's SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Return
March 11, 2024

Just before she hit the Oscars red carpet with Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande performed new music from her 'eternal sunshine' album on Saturday Night Live. Introduced by her mother, Joan Grande, the GRAMMY-winner performed 'imperfect for you,' which followed a performance of her new single, 'we can't be friends (wait for your love).' See SNL photos!

Photos: Danielle Brooks, Vanessa Hudgens & More Hit the Oscars Red Carpet
Photos: Danielle Brooks, Vanessa Hudgens & More Hit the Oscars Red Carpet
March 11, 2024

Check out photos of Danielle Brooks, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Florence Pugh, Lupita Nyong'o, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, America Ferrera, Colman Domingo, Vanessa Hudgens, Emma Stone, Laverne Cox, and more on the red carpet at the Oscars.

Video: Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande Use WICKED Lyrics to Present at Oscars
Video: Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande Use WICKED Lyrics to Present at Oscars
March 10, 2024

Watch a video of Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo presenting Best Original Score and Best Original Song at the Oscars. After the orchestra played 'For Good' as they entered, the two movie musical stars used lyrics from Wicked and nodded to The Wizard of Oz while introducing the category. Watch the video now!

Video: Watch Ryan Gosling Perform 'I'm Just Ken' From BARBIE at the Oscars
Video: Watch Ryan Gosling Perform 'I'm Just Ken' From BARBIE at the Oscars
March 10, 2024

Ryan Gosling channeled Marilyn Monroe and Madonna for his Oscars performance of Barbie's 'I'm Just Ken.' The Oscar-nominated song was performance with Gosling, Kinglsey Ben-Adir, Simu Liu, Margot Robbie, Greta Gerwig, America Fererra, Emma Stone, Mark Ronson, Slash, and 75 other Kens. Watch the video now!

Photos: See Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Channel WICKED at the Oscars
Photos: See Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Channel WICKED at the Oscars
March 10, 2024

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo channeled their Wicked characters on the Oscars red carpet. Grande paid tribute to Glinda with a custom pastel pink Giambattista Valli Haute Couture gown. Erivo is representing Elphaba in a dark green custom Louis Vuitton dress. Check out photos now!

Photo: Rita Moreno Honors Chita Rivera on The Oscars Red Carpet
Photo: Rita Moreno Honors Chita Rivera on The Oscars Red Carpet
March 10, 2024

Rita Moreno is paying tribute to the late Chita Rivera on the Oscars red carpet. The Oscar winner honored her West Side Story counterpoint on the Academy Awards red carpet with black hair. Rivera originated the role of Anita in West Side Story on Broadway in 1957. Moreno later took on the role for a film adaptation of the musical. See photos!

Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Emma Stone & More Win Oscars - Full List of Winners!
Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Emma Stone & More Win Oscars - Full List of Winners!
March 10, 2024

The 96th Oscars are currently underway at the Dolby Theatre. Notable nominees include Danielle Brooks, Bradley Cooper, Maestro, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Colman Domingo, Carey Mulligan, Emily Blunt, Emma Stone, and more. Find out who won as we share LIVE updates below and check back later for the full list of winners.

Interview: GIRLS5EVA Cast Pitches a Broadway-Themed Season
Interview: GIRLS5EVA Cast Pitches a Broadway-Themed Season
March 9, 2024

Watch a video of the Girls5Eva stars Sara Bareilles, Renee Elise Goldsberry, Busy Phillips, and Paula Pell teasing what to expect from season three, including new musical numbers and unexpected characters. Plus, find out how they would want to incorporate Broadway into a possible fourth season!

Video: Netflix Drops LOVE IS BLIND: THE REUNION Trailer
Video: Netflix Drops LOVE IS BLIND: THE REUNION Trailer
March 8, 2024

Love Is Blind left us with real connections, real breakups and real questions! Relive the love stories, unpack the drama and find out what happened after the altar when Amber “AD,” Clay, Jimmy, Chelsea, Jessica, Johnny, Amy, Jeramey, Laura, Sarah Ann, Brittany, Kenneth and Trevor return to the pods for a reunion unlike any other. Watch the video!

Exclusive: Jose Alonso Joins Banda La Maravillosa For US Tour
Exclusive: Jose Alonso Joins Banda La Maravillosa For US Tour
March 8, 2024

Banda La Maravillosa consists of world-renowned musicians who have performed alongside Carin Leon, Banda El Recodo, Pepe Aguilar, and many others. The globally acclaimed band only selects the best performers for their highly anticipated tours and so Jose Alonso being selected to join is indicative of his critical acclaim.

THE KARDASHIANS Set Hulu Return In May
THE KARDASHIANS Set Hulu Return In May
March 8, 2024

From the big screen to baby bliss, the family continues to defy expectations in all their endeavors. Cameras roll as Kris Jenner,  Kourtney Kardashian Barker, Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, and Kylie Jenner return to Hulu. Watch a new video tralier now!

HAMILTON, MEAN GIRLS & More Could Leave TikTok Soon As as NPMA Pulls License
HAMILTON, MEAN GIRLS & More Could Leave TikTok Soon As as NPMA Pulls License
March 8, 2024

Music from Hamilton, Dear Evan Hansen, Mean Girls, and more. may be leaving TikTok as the National Music Publishers Association plans on ending their partnership with the platform at the end of the month. Find out how more Broadway music might be impacted by the decision here!

Video: Ariana Grande Recruits Evan Peters For ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF A SPOTLESS MIND-Inspired Video
Video: Ariana Grande Recruits Evan Peters For ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF A SPOTLESS MIND-Inspired Video
March 8, 2024

Ariana Grande has recruited Evan Peters for a new music video inspired by the 2004 Jim Carey film, Eternal Sunshine of a Spotless Mind. The video for 'we can't be friends' introduces Grande as Peaches, inspired by Kate Winslet's Clementine, who undergoes an operation to replace the memories of her former lover.

Mt. Joy Release Their Most Personal Song Yet: 'Highway Queen'
Mt. Joy Release Their Most Personal Song Yet: 'Highway Queen'
March 8, 2024

Ahead of an epic touring season, Mt. Joy shares their most personal song to date,  “Highway Queen”, self-funded and independently released via the band's own Bloom Field Records in collaboration with Neon Gold Records Get a first listen to the new song.

Loretta Ables Sayre & Antonio Cipriano Join PRETTY LITTLE LIARS: SUMMER SCHOOL
Loretta Ables Sayre & Antonio Cipriano Join PRETTY LITTLE LIARS: SUMMER SCHOOL
March 7, 2024

Tony-nominee Loretta Ables Sayre and Jagged Little Pill star Antonio Cipriano have joined Max's Pretty Little Liars: Summer School. Pretty Little Liars: Summer School will premiere on Max this spring. Season one featured Lea Salonga, Mallory Bechtel, Bailee Madison, Zaria, Malia Pyles, Maia Reficco, Sharon Leal, Elena Goode, and more.

Oprah Winfrey to Host ABC Special About Prescription Weight Loss Medications
Oprah Winfrey to Host ABC Special About Prescription Weight Loss Medications
March 7, 2024

Oprah Winfrey hosts a sit-down conversation around the radical impact of prescription weight loss medications in the primetime event, “An Oprah Special: Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution.” The special delves into the prevailing questions and concerns surrounding the impact on our health care, economy, lifestyle and culture.

Exclusive: Watch Chelsea Peretti as a FIRST TIME FEMALE DIRECTOR In New Theatre Film Preview
Exclusive: Watch Chelsea Peretti as a FIRST TIME FEMALE DIRECTOR In New Theatre Film Preview
March 7, 2024

Watch an exclusive video clip from Chelsea Peretti's FIRST TIME FEMALE DIRECTOR, which also stars Chelsea Peretti, Benito Skinner, Kate Berlant, Megan Stalter, Megan Mullally, Jak Knight, Blake Anderson, and Amy Poehler.



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