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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: Ariana DeBose Remembers Chita Rivera: 'Because She Was, I Am'
Video: Ariana DeBose Remembers Chita Rivera: 'Because She Was, I Am'
January 31, 2024

Oscar winner Ariana DeBose discussed the loss of Chita Rivera on Live! With Kelly & Mark this morning. The Chita Rivera Award-winner played Anita in the 2021 film adaptation of West Side Story, a role that Rivera originated in the original Broadway production. Watch the interview video now!

Video: Watch CHICAGO Pay Tribute to Chita Rivera: 'A Broadway Giant Now Dancing With the Angels'
Video: Watch CHICAGO Pay Tribute to Chita Rivera: 'A Broadway Giant Now Dancing With the Angels'
January 31, 2024

New York institutions like Chicago on Broadway and the Apollo Theatre paid tribute to Chita Rivera. Amra-Faye Wright, who currently plays the role of Velma Kelly in Chicago, made a speech during the production's curtain call last night. Watch the video, also featuring the Apollo Theatre changing their marquee!

Exclusive: Watch Julie Benko Discuss Antisemitic Casting Breakdowns on ALL ARTS' FAMOUS CAST WORDS
Exclusive: Watch Julie Benko Discuss Antisemitic Casting Breakdowns on ALL ARTS' FAMOUS CAST WORDS
January 31, 2024

In the upcoming episode of ALL ARTS' Famous Cast Words, Funny Girl and Harmony breakout star Julie Benko discusses Jewish representation in media and the increase of Jewish stories on Broadway amid rising antisemitism. Watch an exclusive video clip now!

Adele Teases Announcement For Tomorrow; Is a Tour in the Works?
Adele Teases Announcement For Tomorrow; Is a Tour in the Works?
January 30, 2024

Adele has an announcement in store for tomorrow. The Grammy winner teased the big news in a video posted to her X (formerly known as Twitter) account. As new photos of her flash, '31.01.24' can be briefly seen. Posts from the 'Easy On Me' singer are extremely rare. Her Weekends With Adele residency has been filmed and he announced her final shows.

Interview: Keith David and Blake Roman on Going From Stage to the HAZBIN HOTEL
Interview: Keith David and Blake Roman on Going From Stage to the HAZBIN HOTEL
January 30, 2024

Watch a video of Keith David and Blake Roman discussing going from stage to the recording booth in Hazbin Hotel. BroadwayWorld sat down with David and Roman to discuss what to expect from the series, the potential differences between performing on Broadway and in the recording booth for the animated series, and more. 

Lauren Graham Joins THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER Film Adaptation
Lauren Graham Joins THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER Film Adaptation
January 29, 2024

Lauren Graham has joined the cast of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Judy Greer leads the film as the director of the pageant, Grace. The cast also includes Pete Holmes, Kirk B.R. Woller, Vanessa Benavente, and Elizabeth Tabish.

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Announces 2024 Production Tour
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Announces 2024 Production Tour
January 29, 2024

Part adventure, part history lesson and part treasure hunt, PBS's most-watched ongoing series ANTIQUES ROADSHOW heads out again in 2024 in search of hidden treasures across the U.S. Do you have this pop-culture phenomenon series' next big find? Find out where the popular show will be searching for treasures next.

76 DAYS Documentary to Premiere at Santa Barbara International Film Festival
76 DAYS Documentary to Premiere at Santa Barbara International Film Festival
January 29, 2024

'76 Days' explores the incredible true story of Steven Callahan's survival during 76 days adrift in the Atlantic Ocean. The documentary seamlessly weaves Callahan's gripping first-hand account with original 8mm footage, archive photos, and powerful recreation scenes, including Callahan re-staging the events. Watch the video trailer now!

Exclusive: Watch a Clip From Disney+ Docu-Series CHOIR: 'Every Performance Is an Opportunity to Get Better'
Exclusive: Watch a Clip From Disney+ Docu-Series CHOIR: 'Every Performance Is an Opportunity to Get Better'
January 29, 2024

Choir is a six-part documentary series that follows the kids of the Detroit Youth Choir and their choir director, Anthony White, as they prepare for their next big performance. Showcasing the passion, perseverance, and performances of the DYC, docuseries director Rudy Valdez beautifully captures the heart and work it takes to be a part of the Detroit Youth Choir.

U2 Will Perform Live at the GRAMMYs From The Sphere
U2 Will Perform Live at the GRAMMYs From The Sphere
January 26, 2024

22-time GRAMMY® Award winners U2 have been announced for a special performance and award presentation at the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards® from Sphere in Las Vegas. Previously announced GRAMMY Awards performers include Burna Boy, Luke Combs, Billie Eilish, Billy Joel, Dua Lipa, Olivia Rodrigo, and Travis Scott.

Jane Krakowski, Linda Lavin & More Join THE GOOD WIFE Spin-Off
Jane Krakowski, Linda Lavin & More Join THE GOOD WIFE Spin-Off
January 26, 2024

CBS' The Good Wife spin-off, Elsbeth, has added Jane Krakowski, Linda Lavin, Blair Underwood, and Retta as guest stars. In the new series, Carrie Preston stars as Elsbeth Tascioni, an astute but unconventional attorney who utilizes her singular point. Wendell Pierce also stars.

Peacock Orders LONG BRIGHT RIVER Starring & Executive Produced by Amanda Seyfried
Peacock Orders LONG BRIGHT RIVER Starring & Executive Produced by Amanda Seyfried
January 26, 2024

Peacock has announced the limited series order of suspense thriller LONG BRIGHT RIVER, starring and executive produced by Emmy Award-winning and Academy Award-nominated actress Amanda Seyfried (The Dropout). The series comes from Sony Pictures Television and UCP, a division of Universal Studio Group.

Photo: WICKED Movie Musical Wraps Production; See Cynthia Erivo 'Defy Gravity' as Elphaba in New Photo
Photo: WICKED Movie Musical Wraps Production; See Cynthia Erivo 'Defy Gravity' as Elphaba in New Photo
January 26, 2024

The Wicked movie musical has officially wrapped production. After Ariana Grande revealed that she wrapped filming earlier this week, Cynthia Erivo has shared a behind-the-scenes photo of her flying on a broomstick as Elphaba as she wraps. Other cast members – including Michelle Yeoh, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang – wrapped filming earlier this month.

Justin Timberlake Announces 2024 'Forget Tomorrow' Tour Dates
Justin Timberlake Announces 2024 'Forget Tomorrow' Tour Dates
January 26, 2024

​​​​​​​Produced by Live Nation, the first leg of his global outing will include 22-cities and kicks off on April 29 at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC making stops across North America in Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Atlanta, GA; Miami, FL; Chicago, IL; New York, NY; Boston, MA and more before wrapping up in Lexington, KY at Rupp Arena on July 9.

Rita Ora Releases 'Shape of Me' Featuring Keith Urban
Rita Ora Releases 'Shape of Me' Featuring Keith Urban
January 26, 2024

Rita Ora has released a new version of her single “Shape Of Me” featuring country music icon Keith Urban now. Announced by Rita on her mother’s 60th birthday last week, “Shape Of Me” is an ode to her mother. Co-written by Rita, the original version of “Shape Of Me” featured on Rita's You & I album. Watch the video!

Colman Domingo to Direct & Star in Nat King Cole Musical Biopic
Colman Domingo to Direct & Star in Nat King Cole Musical Biopic
January 26, 2024

Colman Domingo will direct and star in an upcoming Nat King Cole biopic. Domingo also co-wrote the screenplay for the upcoming movie musical. The film follows a play about Cole that Domingo co-wrote, Lights Out: Nat ‘King’ Cole, which premiered at the Geffen Playhouse in 2019.

Video: Ariana DeBose & Boy George Team Up For 'Electric Energy' Single From ARGYLLE
Video: Ariana DeBose & Boy George Team Up For 'Electric Energy' Single From ARGYLLE
January 26, 2024

Listen to Ariana DeBose's new single with Boy George and Nile Rodgers, 'Electric Energy.' The song is from the upcoming action film Argylle. Watch the music video, featuring the West Side Story Oscar winner and the upcoming Moulin Rouge! star, along with Argylle's star-studded cast.

Dua Lipa to Drop New Single 'Training Season'
Dua Lipa to Drop New Single 'Training Season'
January 25, 2024

Global superstar Dua Lipa is releasing another song from her upcoming album. 'Training Season.' The song, produced by Tame Impala's Kevin Parker, is coming just days before she is slated to perform at the GRAMMYs. The 'Levitating' singer released “Houdini” – introducing the beginning of a new chapter following her 2020 smash Future Nostalgia.

THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!
THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!
January 25, 2024

The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!

Colman Domingo Joins Michael Jackson Biopic
Colman Domingo Joins Michael Jackson Biopic
January 25, 2024

Colman Domingo will play Jackson family patriarch, Joe Jackson, in the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic. Domingo will be joining the cast, which is led by Michael Jackson’s nephew, Jaafar Jackson, playing his uncle. Antoine Fuqua is directing the feature with a screenplay by John Logan.



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