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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: How Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Convinced Michelle Yeoh to Join WICKED
Video: How Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Convinced Michelle Yeoh to Join WICKED
January 25, 2024

Right after wrapping filming for Wicked, Michelle Yeoh sat down with Jimmy Fallon to discuss starring in the film adaptation of the hit musical. The Oscar-winner, who plays Madame Morrible in the films, revealed how Jon M. Chu used Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo to convince her to join the movie. Watch the video!

Anthony Ramos to Lead Jennifer Lopez-Produced BOB THE BUILDER Film
Anthony Ramos to Lead Jennifer Lopez-Produced BOB THE BUILDER Film
January 25, 2024

Anthony Ramos and Jennifer Lopez are bringing Bob the Builder to the big screen. In the Heights star will voice the title role in a feature based on the animated children's series. Lopez is set to produce. The film will follow Roberto (aka Bob) as he travels to Puerto Rico for a major construction job.

Jordin Sparks, Rufus Wainwright & More Join GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony
Jordin Sparks, Rufus Wainwright & More Join GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony
January 25, 2024

Acclaimed songwriter/producer, activist and current GRAMMY® nominee, Justin Tranter will host the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony®, live from Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Kicking off the ceremony, the opening number will feature a performance by J. Ivy, Larkin Poe, Pentatonix, Sheila E., and Jordin Sparks.

Gravitas Ventures Acquires North American Rights to Yara Estrada Lowe's DEMISE
Gravitas Ventures Acquires North American Rights to Yara Estrada Lowe's DEMISE
January 25, 2024

The thriller stars Carlo Mendez, Liz Fenning, Crystal Hernandez, Morris Jude Martinez, Richard Rivera, Lucy Serrano, Caitlin Rose Williams and Lamar Alexander. DEMISE is executive produced by Steven Lowe, Jon Eichelberger, Jeff Olan, and Erman Baradi, and produced by Yara Estrada Lowe, Anabelle Munro, and Mycole Metcalf.

Photo: Ariana Grande Wraps Filming on WICKED Movie: 'I Am So Inexplicably Thankful'
Photo: Ariana Grande Wraps Filming on WICKED Movie: 'I Am So Inexplicably Thankful'
January 25, 2024

Ariana Grande has wrapped filming on the Wicked movie, sharing a behind-the-scenes silhouette photo of herself as Glinda on set. While Cynthia Erivo has not yet finished, other cast members – including Michelle Yeoh, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Bronwyn James, Marissa Bode – have wrapped filming, as well.

Monica Garcia Is 'Taking a Break' From REAL HOUSEWIVES OF SALT LAKE CITY, Andy Cohen Says
Monica Garcia Is 'Taking a Break' From REAL HOUSEWIVES OF SALT LAKE CITY, Andy Cohen Says
January 24, 2024

The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City breakout Monica Garcia will not be part of the hit reality show's next season. During last night's Watch What Happens Live episode after the final part of the season four reunion, Andy Cohen said that Garcia is 'taking a break' from the show, not explicitly saying she was gone for good.

MAESTRO Concert With Bradley Cooper & New York Philharmonic to Play Lincoln Center
MAESTRO Concert With Bradley Cooper & New York Philharmonic to Play Lincoln Center
January 24, 2024

Netflix and the New York Philharmonic will present selections of the soundtrack from Bradley Cooper's Maestro performed by Members of the New York Philharmonic, led by Yannick Nézet-Séguin. Following the performance Cooper and Nézet-Séguin will have a side-by-side conversation about Leonard Bernstein's life and legacy.

Everything Coming to Max This February
Everything Coming to Max This February
January 23, 2024

Max announces programming coming to the platform this February, including the debut of the twelfth and final season of HBO Original CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM (2/4). Check out the full list of everything coming to stream on Max in February!

Interview: HAZBIN HOTEL Creator Discusses the Series' Broadway Cast
Interview: HAZBIN HOTEL Creator Discusses the Series' Broadway Cast
January 23, 2024

Watch a video of Hazbin Hotel creator Vivienne Medrano discussing their voice cast of Broadway stars, including Erika Henningsen, Stephanie Beatriz, Jessica Vosk, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Keith David, Blake Roman, Christian Borle, Patina Miller, Joel Perez, Don Darryl Rivera, Krystina Alabado,Alex Brightman, James Monroe Iglehart, Lilli Cooper, and more.

Video: Watch Daniel Dae Kim in Netflix's AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER Trailer
Video: Watch Daniel Dae Kim in Netflix's AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER Trailer
January 23, 2024

Watch the trailer for Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender, a live-action reimagining of the beloved animated series. The series features Daniel Dae Kim – who was seen as the King of Siam in the 2017 revival of The King and I – as Fire Lord Ozai. Watch the video trailer now!

HAZBIN HOTEL Creator Interested in Broadway Musical Adaptation
HAZBIN HOTEL Creator Interested in Broadway Musical Adaptation
January 23, 2024

Hazbin Hotel creator Vivienne Medrano wants to bring the show to Broadway. Since the series features a stacked lineup of Broadway stars, the creator, director, and executive producer of the adult animated musical series says she would be interested in seeing the series make it to the stage.

Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo & More Nominated For Oscars - Full List of Nominations!
Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo & More Nominated For Oscars - Full List of Nominations!
January 23, 2024

The nominations for the 96th Oscars have been announced. Academy Award nominees include Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo, Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Barbie, Emily Blunt, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!

Interview: Jonathan Bennett on His SPAMALOT Broadway Debut: 'I've Dreamt About This Moment'
Interview: Jonathan Bennett on His SPAMALOT Broadway Debut: 'I've Dreamt About This Moment'
January 29, 2024

Jonathan Bennett is currently appearing as Sir Robin in Spamalot, joining an all-star Broadway cast with James Monroe Iglehart, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, Ethan Slater, and more. BroadwayWorld sat down with Bennett to discuss his lifelong Broadway dreams, how Spamalot is similar to Mean Girls, working with the cast of the new revival, and more.

AB6IX Releases 8th EP 'THE FUTURE IS OURS : FOUND'
AB6IX Releases 8th EP 'THE FUTURE IS OURS : FOUND'
January 22, 2024

The EP includes five new songs. The title track, “GRAB ME,” is a pop rock song that delivers the hopeful message of never giving up during the darkest moments in your life and about enduring the pain together. It also carries the group’s determination and promise to spend the future with their fans, ABNEW.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Director Norman Jewison Dies at 97
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Director Norman Jewison Dies at 97
January 22, 2024

Fiddler on the Roof director Norman Jewison has passed away at 97. He was nominated for an Oscar for directing the 1971 film adaptation of Fiddler on the Roof, starring Topol, Norma Crane, Leonard Frey, Molly Picon, and Paul Mann. Jewison also directed Moonstruck, which won Cher an Academy Award.

Tovah Feldshuh Joins Netflix's New Comedy Series Starring Kristen Bell
Tovah Feldshuh Joins Netflix's New Comedy Series Starring Kristen Bell
January 22, 2024

Tovah Feldshuh will play a recurring role in Netflix's Untitled Erin Foster Show. Feldshuh joins previously announced series stars Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, along with Justine Lupe, Timothy Simons, Jackie Tohn, Michael Hitchcock, Paul Ben-Victor, Sherry Cola, Shiloh Bearman, Stephanie Faracy, and Tania Raymonde.

Watch the First 10 Minutes of THE COLOR PURPLE With Whoopi Goldberg, 'Mysterious Ways' & More
Watch the First 10 Minutes of THE COLOR PURPLE With Whoopi Goldberg, 'Mysterious Ways' & More
January 22, 2024

The first 10 minutes of The Color Purple have been released, featuring Whoopi Goldberg's cameo and the opening number, 'Mysterious Ways.' The video also features Tamela Mann, Halle Bailey, David Alan Grier, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, and Deon Cole. It opens with Bailey and Mpasi singing 'Huckleberry Pie' as Celie and Nettie.

Kristin Chenoweth to Team With Lindsay Lohan For Netflix Christmas Movie OUR LITTLE SECRET
Kristin Chenoweth to Team With Lindsay Lohan For Netflix Christmas Movie OUR LITTLE SECRET
January 22, 2024

Kristin Chenoweth will star in a new Netflix holiday rom-com with Lindsay Lohan. Lohan is also set to reunite with her Mean Girls co-star, Tim Meadows, who will also be appearing in the film. The cast also includes Jon Rudnitsky, Chris Parnell, Dan Bucatinsky, Henry Czerny, Katie Baker, Ash Santos, Jake Brennan and Brian Unger.

Interview: Countess Luann de Lesseps Teases New Cabaret Show, Broadway Hopes
Interview: Countess Luann de Lesseps Teases New Cabaret Show, Broadway Hopes
January 25, 2024

RHONY star Countess Luann de Lesseps is making her return to 54 Below for a series of special shows, before launching her new 'Marry, F, Kill' act. BroadwayWorld sat down with Luann de Lesseps to discuss what to expect from the new cabaret show, working with Sonja Morgan on their Crappie Lake spin-off, and if Broadway could still be in the cards.

Exclusive: Niko Moon Hits #1 With New Album, Announces Opening Tour Acts
Exclusive: Niko Moon Hits #1 With New Album, Announces Opening Tour Acts
January 22, 2024

Over the weekend, country singer Niko Moon topped the country iTunes album charts at #1 with his new album entitled, Better Days. The album, with the leading single also named Better Days, is the first for Moon since announcing he was leaving Sony Nashville to be an independent artist.



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