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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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Beyoncé Is Dropping a Country Album: Hear the First Two Singles
Beyoncé Is Dropping a Country Album: Hear the First Two Singles
February 12, 2024

Beyoncé is dropping a country album! During last night's Super Bowl, the Grammy-winner announced through a Verizon commercial that she was ready to drop new music. The first two singles from the project are out now. Listen to 'Texas Hold 'Em' and '16 Carriages' now and watch the video trailer for the project!

Video: Watch Hugh Jackman in the New DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE Teaser Trailer
Video: Watch Hugh Jackman in the New DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE Teaser Trailer
February 12, 2024

Hugh Jackman is returning as Wolverine in Marvel's new feature, Deadpool & Wolverine. Following his Tony-nominated Broadway run in the Music Man, Jackman announced that he would be returning to the role for Ryan Reynolds' new installment in the series. Watch the video now!

Video: Watch Usher's Super Bowl Halftime Show With Alicia Keys, H.E.R. & More
Video: Watch Usher's Super Bowl Halftime Show With Alicia Keys, H.E.R. & More
February 12, 2024

Usher took over Super Bowl LVIII with a Vegas-inspired halftime show. The show featured special guests Alicia Keys, H.E.R., Jermaine Dupri, Will.i.am, Lil Jon and Ludacris. Watch Usher perform hit songs like  “Caught Up,” “Love in this Club,” 'Burn,' and more. The video also features a nod to Usher's role as Billy Flynn in Chicago on Broadway.

THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF DUBAI to Return in June, Chanel Ayan Says
THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF DUBAI to Return in June, Chanel Ayan Says
February 9, 2024

After over a year off the air, The Real Housewives of Dubai will be returning to Bravo in June. Breakout star Chanel Ayan says that the show is coming back in June 'for now.' She teased that a May premiere could be possible if there is a schedule change. 

Video: Tina Fey Talks MEAN GIRLS on 'Las Culturistas' with Bowen Yang & Matt Rogers
Video: Tina Fey Talks MEAN GIRLS on 'Las Culturistas' with Bowen Yang & Matt Rogers
February 9, 2024

Tina Fey sat down with Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers on their 'Las Culturistas' podcast this week to discuss the Mean Girls movie musical, her tour with Amy Poehler, and more. The 30 Rock star praised Reneé Rapp's performance in the new movie and joked about TikTok criticism. Watch the video!

Listen: Hear Lin-Manuel Miranda's Theme Song For PBS KIDS Series ALMA'S WAY!
Listen: Hear Lin-Manuel Miranda's Theme Song For PBS KIDS Series ALMA'S WAY!
February 9, 2024

Get a first listen to Lin-Manuel Miranda's theme song for the PBS Kids show Alma's Way!. The Tony, Grammy, and Emmy winner wrote and produced the song with Bill Sherman. The soundtrack for the new season also features original music from award-winning composers and lyricists, including Asher Lenz, Stephen Skratt, and Fabiola Méndez.

THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Sets Max Streaming Premiere Date
THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Sets Max Streaming Premiere Date
February 9, 2024

Warner Bros. Pictures’ THE COLOR PURPLE movie musical will make its streaming debut on Max next week. Produced by Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg, Scott Sanders, and Quincy Jones, the film is a bold new take on the classic story of love and resilience, adapted from the beloved novel and the Broadway musical.

WICKED Prequel Book by Gregory Maguire Set For October Release; Pre-Order 'Elphie: A Wicked Childhood' Now
WICKED Prequel Book by Gregory Maguire Set For October Release; Pre-Order 'Elphie: A Wicked Childhood' Now
February 8, 2024

Gregory Maguire – who wrote the 1995 novel that inspired the Broadway musical Wicked – is releasing a new prequel to the beloved story. While plot details for the upcoming 272-page installment are under wraps, Elphie: A Wicked Childhood will seemingly delve deeper into the childhood of the story's heroine, Elphaba.

Linda Lavin, Matt Rogers & More Join Netflix's NO GOOD DEED Series
Linda Lavin, Matt Rogers & More Join Netflix's NO GOOD DEED Series
February 8, 2024

Netflix has added the additions of five recurring cast members joining No Good Deed, creator and executive producer Liz Feldman’s upcoming dark comedy series. Previously announced cast includes Lisa Kudrow, Ray Romano, Linda Cardellini, Luke Wilson, Teyonah Parris, O-T Fagbenle, Abbi Jacobson, Poppy Liu and Dennis Leary.

Judy Greer, Marc Menchaca, & Gaia Wise Join Emma Thompson-Led THE FISHERWOMAN
Judy Greer, Marc Menchaca, & Gaia Wise Join Emma Thompson-Led THE FISHERWOMAN
February 8, 2024

Judy Greer (White House Plumbers, The First Lady), Marc Menchaca (The Creator, Ozark), and Gaia Wise will join previously announced Emma Thompson (Good Luck to You, Leo Grande, Sense and Sensibility) in action-thriller The Fisherwoman. Brian Kirk (21 Bridges, JACKAL) is directing from a screenplay by Nicholas Jacobson-Larson and Dalton Leeb.

Ariana Madix, From SUR to Stage: How 'Vanderpump Rules' Was Just a Detour for CHICAGO's New Roxie
Ariana Madix, From SUR to Stage: How 'Vanderpump Rules' Was Just a Detour for CHICAGO's New Roxie
February 15, 2024

In 2023, Madix found herself at the center of the 'Scandoval.' Now, after a run to the finals on Dancing With the Stars, Madix is starring on Broadway as Roxie Hart in Chicago. Find out how being on Broadway was the 'reason for everything' for Madix, even before she became one of Bravo's biggest stars.

Lady Gaga Confirms New Album Is Coming
Lady Gaga Confirms New Album Is Coming
February 8, 2024

Lady Gaga's seventh studio album may be closer than Little Monsters think. The Grammy-winner was active on her TikTok account, first sharing a Haus Labs promotion video, set to 'Rain On Me' collaborator Ariana Grande's 'yes, and?' single. Check out the new details she gave about her album now!

TAYLOR SWIFT | THE ERAS TOUR (TAYLOR'S VERSION) Coming to Disney+; 'Cardigan' & Four More Acoustic Songs to Be Featured
TAYLOR SWIFT | THE ERAS TOUR (TAYLOR'S VERSION) Coming to Disney+; 'Cardigan' & Four More Acoustic Songs to Be Featured
February 7, 2024

Disney+ announced that “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version),” which is the concert film in its entirety for the first time and includes the song “cardigan” and four additional acoustic songs, will make its streaming debut on Disney+.

MOANA 2 Will Be Released in Theaters This November
MOANA 2 Will Be Released in Theaters This November
February 7, 2024

A sequel to Moana will hit theaters this November. While Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote music for the first film, the sequel will feature music by Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, Opetaia Foa’i and Mark Mancina. Dave Derrick Jr. is directing it. A live-action adaptation is also in the works.

Whoopi Goldberg Invites Sheryl Lee Ralph to Join SISTER ACT 3
Whoopi Goldberg Invites Sheryl Lee Ralph to Join SISTER ACT 3
February 7, 2024

Whoopi Goldberg is recruiting Sheryl Lee Ralph for Sister Act 3. After the Abbott Elementary starred appeared in Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit, Goldberg asked her if she'd be willing to come back for a third installment. Sister Act 2 is also celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and Ralph was invited back to The View for a reunion episode.

Bravo's TOP CHEF Returns For Season 21 in Wisconsin With New Host
Bravo's TOP CHEF Returns For Season 21 in Wisconsin With New Host
February 7, 2024

The elite rotating judging and dining panel this season includes Dane Baldwin, Charlie Berens, Ryan Braun, Paul Bartolotta, Dominique Crenn, Curtis Duffy, Clea Duvall, Andrew Kroeger,  Emeril Lagasse, Hunter Lewis, Bricia Lopez, Tory Miller, Itaru Nagano, Carrie Nahabedian, Joe Papach, Shaina Papach, and more. Watch the video trailer!

Video: Watch KIMBERLY AKIMBO Perform 'This Time' on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
Video: Watch KIMBERLY AKIMBO Perform 'This Time' on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
February 7, 2024

The cast of Kimberly Akimbo appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show to perform the act one closing number, 'This Time.' The performance, filmed at the Booth Theatre, features Victoria Clark, Justin Cooley, Steven Boyer, Alli Mauzey, Bonnie Milligan, Olivia Elease Hardy, Fernell Hogan, Michael Iskander, and Nina White. Watch the video!

WE tv to Welcome THE BRAXTONS For New Series With Toni, Towanda, Trina, Tamar & Ms. Evelyn
WE tv to Welcome THE BRAXTONS For New Series With Toni, Towanda, Trina, Tamar & Ms. Evelyn
February 6, 2024

WE tv, AMC Networks’ destination for compelling unscripted television, welcomes home one of the founding families of reality television, the Braxtons. In a new, not-to-be-missed reality series, The Braxtons, Toni, Towanda, Trina, Tamar and Ms. Evelyn will reunite to share new love, success, heartbreak, ongoing family dynamics and so much more.

Robbie Williams Movie Musical Acquired By Paramount
Robbie Williams Movie Musical Acquired By Paramount
February 6, 2024

Robbie Williams's rise to fame will be told through the new movie musical, Better Man, which was recently acquired by Paramout. The feature is directed by Michael Gracey, who previously helmed The Greatest Showman. Williams is a member of the pop group Take That and is known for songs like 'Angel.'

Usher Announces 'Past Present Future' Tour: How to Get Tickets
Usher Announces 'Past Present Future' Tour: How to Get Tickets
February 6, 2024

Following his incredibly successful two year My Way: The Las Vegas Residency run culminating in 100 sold out shows at Dolby Live at Park MGM, multi-platinum, 8-time GRAMMY award-winning global entertainment icon USHER is bringing his smooth R&B tracks, infectious smile and slick moves to fans all across the globe.



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