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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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Snarky Puppy's Empire Central Wins Best Contemporary Instrumental Album at 65th Annual Grammy Awards
Snarky Puppy's Empire Central Wins Best Contemporary Instrumental Album at 65th Annual Grammy Awards
February 6, 2023

Snarky Puppy is sharing a collection of live-in-studio performance videos from the record in celebration of the album’s release and Grammy win; watch/share the videos for “Cliroy,” “Pineapple,” “Trinity,” “Bet,” “Belmont,” “Take It!” and “RL’s,” which continue to receive critical praise from NPR Music, NPR’s “Here & Now,” JAZZIZ, TIDAL and many more.

ROCKY I-IV 4K 4-Film Collection Arrives on 4K Ultra HD This Month
ROCKY I-IV 4K 4-Film Collection Arrives on 4K Ultra HD This Month
February 6, 2023

The Ultra HD Blu-ray disc featuring the films ROCKY, ROCKY II, ROCKY III, ROCKY IV and the ROCKY IV Ultimate Director’s Cut, ROCKY VS. DRAGO will feature Dolby VisionTM HDR that dramatically expands the color palette and contrast range and uses dynamic metadata to automatically optimize the picture for every screen, frame by frame.

'Stompin' Ground' Wins GRAMMY for Best American Roots Performance
'Stompin' Ground' Wins GRAMMY for Best American Roots Performance
February 6, 2023

The recording is taken from the documentary film and soundtrack Take Me to the River: New Orleans, which celebrates the rich musical history, the heritage, legacy, and influence of New Orleans and Louisiana music through live sessions with local artists. “Stompin’ Ground” was produced by the film’s director Martin Shore and Eric Krasno.

VIDEO: P!NK & Kelly Clarkson Duet on 'What About Us' & 'Who Knew' on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
VIDEO: P!NK & Kelly Clarkson Duet on 'What About Us' & 'Who Knew' on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
February 6, 2023

P!NK appeared on the latest episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show to discuss her new album, 'TRUSTFALL.' During the episode, P!NK and Kelly Clarkson teamed up for their own renditions of P!NK's 'What About Us' and 'Who Knew.' Watch videos from the episode now!

Paramount+ Renews 1923 For a Second Season
Paramount+ Renews 1923 For a Second Season
February 6, 2023

From Academy Award® nominee Taylor Sheridan and starring Academy Award nominee Harrison Ford and Academy Award winner Helen Mirren, the series premiere of 1923 was the most-watched Paramount+ premiere ever in the U.S. and drew 7.4 million total viewers across Paramount+ and linear previews.

Parker McCollum Kicks Off His 2023 Touring Schedule with Sold Out Shows
Parker McCollum Kicks Off His 2023 Touring Schedule with Sold Out Shows
February 6, 2023

The multi-Platinum singer/songwriter, recognized for delivering electrifying stage shows, is keeping his fans on their feet night after night. Kicking off his 2023 tour, Parker played to sold-out crowds in both Detroit, MI and Cincinnati, OH over the weekend packing out both venues with Country music fans eager to see him do what he does best.

BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER Is the Most-Watched Marvel Film Premiere on Disney+ Globally
BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER Is the Most-Watched Marvel Film Premiere on Disney+ Globally
February 6, 2023

In Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” Queen Ramonda (Angela Bassett), Shuri (Letitia Wright), M’Baku (Winston Duke), Okoye (Danai Gurira) and the Dora Milaje (including Florence Kasumba) fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of King T’Challa’s death.

VIDEO: Watch a Clip From a New SOUTH PARK Episode
VIDEO: Watch a Clip From a New SOUTH PARK Episode
February 6, 2023

Comedy Central’s “South Park” the series launched on August 13, 1997, and is based on the VHS-shared, animated short entitled “The Spirit of Christmas.” Trey Parker and Matt Stone are the co-creators of “South Park.” Watch a new video clip from the upcoming episode now!

Peacock Completes Cast for IN THE KNOW Animated Adult Series From Mike Judge & Zach Woods
Peacock Completes Cast for IN THE KNOW Animated Adult Series From Mike Judge & Zach Woods
February 6, 2023

Peacock announced additional voiceover cast Caitlin Reilly (Loot, Hacks), Charlie Bushnell (Diary of a Future President, Percy Jackson and The Olympians), J. Smith-Cameron (Succession, Rectify), and Carl Tart (Grand Crew) have been cast to voice the streamer’s first adult animated comedy IN THE KNOW.

MTV Announces Doc About Ukrainian Teen Refugees' Mental Health
MTV Announces Doc About Ukrainian Teen Refugees' Mental Health
February 6, 2023

With the invasion triggering a mass exodus of 5.15 million Ukrainian civilians fleeing to Poland — half of them teenagers or younger – filmmaker Nathaniel Lezra brings viewers just miles from the Ukraine-Poland border where he chronicles the lives of Ukrainian teenage refugees as they process the unimaginable trauma of being displaced.

Showtime to Expand BILLIONS Into Global Franchise With MILLIONS and TRILLIONS
Showtime to Expand BILLIONS Into Global Franchise With MILLIONS and TRILLIONS
February 6, 2023

SHOWTIME has announced its development plans for series based upon the hit drama BILLIONS, starring Oscar® nominee and Emmy winner Paul Giamatti, Corey Stoll and Maggie Siff. All of the projects are executive produced by BILLIONS showrunners Brian Koppelman and David Levien.

ROSALINE to Stream on Disney+ For Valentine's Day
ROSALINE to Stream on Disney+ For Valentine's Day
February 6, 2023

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Disney+ will offer its U.S. subscribers the delightful romantic comedy “Rosaline,” starring Kaitlyn Dever, Isabela Merced, Kyle Allen and Sean Teale, with Minnie Driver and Bradley Whitford. The film originally debuted on Hulu last October.

Chelsea Handler Guests Hosts Comedy Central's THE DAILY SHOW This Week
Chelsea Handler Guests Hosts Comedy Central's THE DAILY SHOW This Week
February 6, 2023

The actress and comedian’s debut tonight is a part of the roster of comedy greats and all-star correspondent and contributors guests hosting the next chapter of the award-winning late night franchise in the coming weeks. Chelsea Handler will be joined by Senator Raphael Warnock (D-GA) as her first guest interview at the desk.

DEXTER Spin-Offs In Development at SHOWTIME
DEXTER Spin-Offs In Development at SHOWTIME
February 6, 2023

SHOWTIME has placed a straight-to-series order for the new drama DEXTER: ORIGINS (w/t), to be executive produced by Emmy nominee Clyde Phillips, based upon the Emmy-nominated hit series DEXTER that starred Emmy nominee Michael C. Hall. The network is also developing a new version of DEXTER: NEW BLOOD.

Chlöe Bailey, Olivia Colman & More to Star in GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Film Adaptation
Chlöe Bailey, Olivia Colman & More to Star in GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Film Adaptation
February 6, 2023

Chlöe Bailey, Olivia Colman, Woody Harrelson, and Tosin Cole will star in the film adaptation of Girl From the North Country. The Tony winning musical has been adapted into a film by Conor McPherson, who was also behind the Broadway incarnation. McPherson will also direct the film. The musical features hit songs by Bob Dylan.

Winston Surfshirt Announce 'Panna Cotta' Australian Tour This May & June
Winston Surfshirt Announce 'Panna Cotta' Australian Tour This May & June
February 6, 2023

Frontier Touring and Illusive Presents are thrilled to share that ARIA double-platinum six-piece act Winston Surfshirt will take their Panna Cotta: So Close You Can Taste It Tour across Australia this May and June! The band will traverse the East Coast, taking in Melbourne’s The Night Cat on Saturday 6 May, Sydney’s Mary’s Underground.

Bottler to Release 'Mako' EP This Week
Bottler to Release 'Mako' EP This Week
February 6, 2023

This great moment of modern pop came first in Journey Work, the debut album by New York duo Bottler and combines the lyrical skills of Saige Smith and Joe Chilcott (Samurai Velvet) with unstoppable breakbeat rhythms and stealthy explosions of tropicality. It's track that would fit perfectly in a Bonobo, SBTRKT, or Little Dragon set at nightfall.

Madison Cunningham Wins 'Best Folk Album' Grammy Award for 'Revealer'
Madison Cunningham Wins 'Best Folk Album' Grammy Award for 'Revealer'
February 6, 2023

Acclaimed artist Madison Cunningham won “Best Folk Album” for her latest album, Revealer, at last night’s Grammy Awards. Cunningham performed Revealer song “Life According to Raechel” during the premiere ceremony. Watch the video of her performance now!

JINJER to Support Headliners Disturbed & Special Guests Breaking Benjamin on 'Take Back Your Life Tour'
JINJER to Support Headliners Disturbed & Special Guests Breaking Benjamin on 'Take Back Your Life Tour'
February 6, 2023

This summer, JINJER will return to America to command even bigger stages - supporting iconic metal unit Disturbed on their 2023 headline Take Back Your Life Tour, plus fellow special guests Breaking Benjamin. This potent line-up blends heavy sounds from all corners of metal, making for a show you just can't miss!

Ministry Announces 2023 Headline Tour Dates With Direct Support From Gary Numan & Front Line Assembly
Ministry Announces 2023 Headline Tour Dates With Direct Support From Gary Numan & Front Line Assembly
February 6, 2023

Songs each night of the tour will include selects from across the span of Ministry’s full catalog including the latest works from 2021 album Moral Hygiene, which was added to many “best of the year” lists, including Loudwire, Consequence Of Sound, Punk News and XS Rock (where it was ranked the #1 album of the year).



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