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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: 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.

Video: Peacock Debuts Stormy Daniels Documentary Trailer
Video: Peacock Debuts Stormy Daniels Documentary Trailer
March 7, 2024

Stormy is directed and produced by Sarah Gibson, known for her work on documentaries like The Story of OneTaste, Britney vs Spears, I.O.U.S.A, LA 92, and The China Hustle. Two-time Emmy Award-nominated filmmaker Erin Lee Carr, director of Britney vs Spears and Mommy Dead and Dearest. Watch the video trailer!

Video: Watch ALEX EDELMAN: JUST FOR US Come to HBO With New Teaser
Video: Watch ALEX EDELMAN: JUST FOR US Come to HBO With New Teaser
March 7, 2024

HBO will debut comedian Alex Edelman’s solo show ALEX EDELMAN: JUST FOR US. Tony Award®-winning director Alex Timbers directed the special, which taped in front of a live audience on Tuesday, August 15 and Wednesday, August 16 at the Hudson Theatre in New York. Watch the video trailer now!

Ariana Grande Drops New Album 'eternal sunshine' Ahead of WICKED: Listen Now
Ariana Grande Drops New Album 'eternal sunshine' Ahead of WICKED: Listen Now
March 8, 2024

Listen to Ariana Grande's first new album in four years. Her long-awaited seventh album comes after the 'God Is A Woman' singer took a break from music to focus on auditioning and filming for the Wicked movie musical adaptation, which she recently wrapped filming. Find out how to listen, how to see her in concert, and more!

THE SHINING Opera World Premiere Recording Set For April Release
THE SHINING Opera World Premiere Recording Set For April Release
March 7, 2024

The Kansas City Symphony and Lyric Opera of Kansas City Chorus are led by the  eminent conductor Gerard Schwarz and join forces with an cast of soloists.  The main role of Jack Torrance is interpreted by Edward Parks, who was part of the  GRAMMY Award-winning recording of Mason Bates’ The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs.

Video: Watch the LOOT Season 2 Trailer With Michaela Jaé Rodriguez & More
Video: Watch the LOOT Season 2 Trailer With Michaela Jaé Rodriguez & More
March 7, 2024

“Loot,” the critically acclaimed comedy led by multi-Emmy Award-winning star and executive producer Maya Rudolph, alongside returning ensemble cast stars Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Nat Faxon, Ron Funches and Joel Kim Booster. The video reveals new guest stars including Benjamin Bratt, Ana Gasteyer, and O-T Fagbenle, and more.

Vanessa Hudgens to Return as Oscars Red Carpet Host With Julianne Hough
Vanessa Hudgens to Return as Oscars Red Carpet Host With Julianne Hough
March 6, 2024

Actor and entrepreneur Vanessa Hudgens and multihyphenate Julianne Hough will host “The Oscars® Red Carpet Show,” the official lead-in to the 96th Oscars on Sunday, March 10, airing at 6:30 p.m. EDT/3:30 p.m. PDT on ABC. This marks Julianne Hough’s inaugural year and Hudgens’ third consecutive year hosting the official pre-show.

Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NEW JERSEY Season 13 Trailer With Massive Friend Shakeup
Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NEW JERSEY Season 13 Trailer With Massive Friend Shakeup
March 6, 2024

Returning for season 14 are Housewives Teresa Giudice, Melissa Gorga, Dolores Catania, Margaret Josephs, Jennifer Aydin, Danielle Cabral and Rachel Fuda. Jackie Goldschneider and Jennifer Fessler return as friends. The season features a massive shift in friendship with Jackie, Teresa, Jennifer, Danielle, and Margaret. Watch the trailer video now!

Interview: Betty Buckley on Adding IMAGINARY to Her Horror Film Résumé
Interview: Betty Buckley on Adding IMAGINARY to Her Horror Film Résumé
March 8, 2024

Since her film debut in Carrie, Betty Buckley has carved out a lengthy history with horror movies. BroadwayWorld caught up with Buckley to discuss working with Jason Blum on her new film, Imaginary, how she got her start in horror films with Carrie, and how she created her new short film, The Mayfly.

Interview: Paige Davis Talks 'Fulfilling' Short Film BEYOND THE FOG
Interview: Paige Davis Talks 'Fulfilling' Short Film BEYOND THE FOG
March 7, 2024

Paige Davis stars in Beyond the Fog, a new short film written and directed by Desirée Abeyta. BroadwayWorld sat down with Davis to discuss what drew her to the story, the 'satisfying' feeling of working on an indie film, and more.

Musicals Affected By the TikTok-Universal Fallout: WICKED, PHANTOM & More Banned From the App
Musicals Affected By the TikTok-Universal Fallout: WICKED, PHANTOM & More Banned From the App
March 6, 2024

Decca Broadway, a frequent contributor of Broadway cast recordings and movie musical soundtracks, is a subsidary of Universal Music Group, therefore all its releases have been taken off TikTok. This includes Wicked, Mamma Mia, Les Miserables, SHREK the Musical, Phantom of the Opera, Spring Awakening, Cats, Evita, and more.

Photos: Harry Connick Jr. Leads Netflix's FIND ME FALLING About an Aging Rockstar
Photos: Harry Connick Jr. Leads Netflix's FIND ME FALLING About an Aging Rockstar
March 6, 2024

Harry Connick Jr. is starring in Netflix's new film, Find Me Falling. Also starring Agni Scott, Ali Fumiko Whitney, Tony Demetriou, Aggeliki Filippidou, Lea Maleni, Athina Roditou and Clarence Smith, FIND ME FALLING is directed, written and produced by Stelana Kliris alongside producers Steven Shapiro and Keith Arnold. Check out photos!



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