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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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BRIDGERTON Season Three Gets Two-Part Premiere Date on Netflix This Spring
BRIDGERTON Season Three Gets Two-Part Premiere Date on Netflix This Spring
December 12, 2023

Netflix and Shondaland announced Bridgerton will return for an ultra-sexy, lavish season 3 in 2024. As previously announced, viewers can anticipate witnessing the budding romance between Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton), affectionately known by fans as #Polin.

Video: Netflix Shares Trailer for Trevor Noah's Fourth Comedy Special WHERE WAS I
Video: Netflix Shares Trailer for Trevor Noah's Fourth Comedy Special WHERE WAS I
December 11, 2023

Where Was I marks Trevor Noah’s fourth comedy special on Netflix, including I Wish You Would, Son of Patricia and Afraid Of The Dark. Returning to Netflix for his new special, Trevor Noah shares his hilarious experiences from his recent travels around the world, ranging from foreign national anthems to varying cultural norms. Watch the video!

Kal Penn Guest Hosts Comedy Central's THE DAILY SHOW This Week
Kal Penn Guest Hosts Comedy Central's THE DAILY SHOW This Week
December 11, 2023

The comedian’s return is a part of the roster of comedy greats and all-star correspondent and contributors guest hosting the next chapter of the award-winning late night franchise. This week will feature Taraji P. Henson discussing The Color Purple.

Video: Watch Danielle Brooks Sing 'Hell No!' In THE COLOR PURPLE Trailer
Video: Watch Danielle Brooks Sing 'Hell No!' In THE COLOR PURPLE Trailer
December 11, 2023

A new trailer for The Color Purple has been released, featuring Danielle Brooks singing 'Hell No!' Megan Thee Stallion will be featured on a remix of 'Hell No!' on the soundtrack. Watch the video, also with Fantasia Barrino, Taraji P. Henson, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, H.E.R., Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Jon Batiste, and more.

FOOTLOOSE Debuts On 4K Ultra HD In Celebration Of The Film's 40th Anniversary
FOOTLOOSE Debuts On 4K Ultra HD In Celebration Of The Film's 40th Anniversary
December 11, 2023

The film features an exceptional supporting cast, including Lori Singer, Dianne Wiest, John Lithgow, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Chris Penn, along with a sensational soundtrack featuring Kenny Loggins, Shalamar, Deniece Williams, Bonnie Tyler, Quiet Riot, John Mellencamp, Foreigner, and more.

Photos: VANDERPUMP RULES Cast Pose For Season 11; See Portraits of Ariana Madix, Scheana Shay & More
Photos: VANDERPUMP RULES Cast Pose For Season 11; See Portraits of Ariana Madix, Scheana Shay & More
December 11, 2023

The photos feature main cast members Ariana Madix, Katie Maloney, Lala Kent, James Kennedy, Scheana Shay, Tom Schwartz, Tom Sandoval, and Lisa Vanderpump. Also included are Brock Davies, Shay's husband, and Ally Lewber, Kennedy's girlfriend, who are seeminly returning in recurring roles this season.

Video: Watch the VANDERPUMP RULES Season 11 Trailer With Ariana Madix, Tom Sandoval & More; Premiere Date Revealed
Video: Watch the VANDERPUMP RULES Season 11 Trailer With Ariana Madix, Tom Sandoval & More; Premiere Date Revealed
December 11, 2023

Bravo has released a first look at the new season of Vanderpump Rules. The series features Tom Sandoval going back into the dating world, Madix's budding romance with her new romance, and the return of longtime villain Jax Taylor. Watch the new video trailer now!

WAITRESS THE MUSICAL Live Capture Makes Box Office Top 10
WAITRESS THE MUSICAL Live Capture Makes Box Office Top 10
December 11, 2023

The live capture of Waitress: the Musical made it into the top 10 at the box office over the weekend. Starring Sara Bareilles, the film came in at #8 at the domestic box office, passing an estimated $3.2 million during its opening weekend. The film played on 1,214 screens in the U.S. and Canada.

Nicki Minaj Announces 'Pink Friday 2' Tour Dates
Nicki Minaj Announces 'Pink Friday 2' Tour Dates
December 11, 2023

Nicki Minaj has announced tour dates in support of her new 'Pink Friday 2' album. 'Pink Friday 2' is a followup to her 2010 debut album, 'Pink Friday,' and features J. Cole, Lil Wayne, Tate Kobang, Drake, Lourdiz, Lil Uzi Vert, Skillibeng, Skeng, Future, and Tasha Cobbs Leonard. Find out all of the tour dates and how to get tickets here!

Megan Stalter & Will Sharpe to Lead New Lena Dunham Netflix Series
Megan Stalter & Will Sharpe to Lead New Lena Dunham Netflix Series
December 11, 2023

Netflix has announced Too Much, a new rom-com series created by multi award-winning writer, director, producer and actor Lena Dunham (Girls/Catherine Called Birdy) and husband Luis Felber. Too Much will be produced by Working Title Television, which is part of Universal International Studios (Love Actually), and Lena Dunham’s Good Thing Going.

Dua Lipa Will Go Day Drinking With Seth Meyers on LATE NIGHT
Dua Lipa Will Go Day Drinking With Seth Meyers on LATE NIGHT
December 11, 2023

Grammy Award winner and multiplatinum selling artist Dua Lipa will join Seth Meyers for an all-new edition of “Day Drinking.' “Late Night’s” popular “Day Drinking” segment has garnered millions of views and has featured guests that include Rihanna, Lizzo, Kelly Clarkson, Jonas Brothers, Lorde and more.

The Walt Disney Company Earns 27 Golden Globe Award Nominations Across Film and Television Studios, Streamers and Broadcast
The Walt Disney Company Earns 27 Golden Globe Award Nominations Across Film and Television Studios, Streamers and Broadcast
December 11, 2023

The Walt Disney Company received 27 Golden Globe Award® nominations across its content brands and studios, including Disney Television Studios’ 20th Television, FX, FX Productions, Hulu Originals, Marvel Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Searchlight Pictures, Walt Disney Animation Studios and Walt Disney Studios.

A Look Back at Taylor Swift's 5 Golden Globe Nominations Following 'The Eras Tour' Achievement
A Look Back at Taylor Swift's 5 Golden Globe Nominations Following 'The Eras Tour' Achievement
December 11, 2023

Taylor Swift received her fifth Golden Globes nomination this morning for The Eras Tour movie. This is one of the two new categories at this year's awards. Ahead of this year's awards, take a look back at Swift's four other Golden Globes nominations and listen to the songs she was nominated for, incudling for Cats, Hunger Games, and more!

Ariana Grande Drops 'Naughty Version' of 'Santa Tell Me'
Ariana Grande Drops 'Naughty Version' of 'Santa Tell Me'
December 11, 2023

The alternate version of her Christmas hit was previously heard as a bonus track on the vinyl release of 'Christmas and Chill.' The difference in the song comes during its bridge, singing 'Oh I wanna let him unwrap me like oh-woo-oh / Get on top of him by the fireplace, oh-woo-oh.' Listen to Ariana Grande's 'Santa Tell Me (Naughty Version)' now!

Reneé Rapp & Megan Thee Stallion to Release MEAN GIRLS Song
Reneé Rapp & Megan Thee Stallion to Release MEAN GIRLS Song
December 11, 2023

Renee Rapp and Megan Thee Stallion will be releasing a new song for the upcoming Mean Girls movie. While no release date for the single has been announced, it is believed to be featured on the upcoming sound track for the movie musical. Megan Thee Stallion announced the song while introducing Rapp's performance at a TikTok concert.

THE COLOR PURPLE, MAESTRO & More Nominated For Golden Globes - Full List of Nominations!
THE COLOR PURPLE, MAESTRO & More Nominated For Golden Globes - Full List of Nominations!
December 11, 2023

The Color Purple, Maestro, Barbie, Only Murders in the Building, Hannah Waddingham, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Rachel Brosnahan, Disney's Wish, Meryl Streep, Emma Stone, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour and more have been nominated for Golden Globes! Find out the full list of nomiantions here.

Nicki Minaj Will Add New Songs to 'Pink Friday 2' Next Week; Keyshia Cole & Monica Will Be Featured
Nicki Minaj Will Add New Songs to 'Pink Friday 2' Next Week; Keyshia Cole & Monica Will Be Featured
December 8, 2023

Nicki Minaj will be adding new songs to her latest album, 'Pink Friday 2,' starting next week. Minaj confirmed that one of the songs will include a special collaboration, signaling that Keyshia Cole and Monica will be featured.

THE COLOR PURPLE Stars Will Sit Down With Whoopi Goldberg on THE VIEW Next Week
THE COLOR PURPLE Stars Will Sit Down With Whoopi Goldberg on THE VIEW Next Week
December 8, 2023

The cast of The Color Purple, including Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson and director Blitz Bazawule, will sit down on The View. The episode will mark the first time that Fantasia has spoken to Whoopi Goldberg about playing the role of Celie in the new movie musical adaptation of The Color Purple.

Detroit Rapper Realrichizzo Releases Steamy New Single 'Missionary'
Detroit Rapper Realrichizzo Releases Steamy New Single 'Missionary'
December 8, 2023

If there’s one thing that we cannot deny, RealRichIzzo is coming in hot. Just this past week, he finished up his run with Sexyy Red when he hopped on her Hood Hottest Princess tour from November 11th till the 29th. In a total of just 11 tour stops, RealRichIzzo put the crowd in a trance and garnered fans from all over the country.

Interview: How Caitlin Houlahan Reimagined 'Dawn' for the WAITRESS Movie
Interview: How Caitlin Houlahan Reimagined 'Dawn' for the WAITRESS Movie
December 8, 2023

While filming the live capture of Waitress, Caitlin Houlahan says she was able to play her character of Dawn in 'a completely different way.' BroadwayWorld sat down Houlahan to discuss how she rediscovered Dawn for the film, what its like to flim two Broadway musicals back-to-back, her relationship with Sara Bareilles, and more.



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