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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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Yara Estrada Lowe's DEMISE Film Now Available Digitally
Yara Estrada Lowe's DEMISE Film Now Available Digitally
March 12, 2024

Starring Carlo Mendez, Liz Fenning, Crystal Hernandez, and featuring Morris Jude, 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, Annabelle Munro, and Mycole Metcalf.

Andrew Barth Feldman Joins SNL 1975 Origin Movie
Andrew Barth Feldman Joins SNL 1975 Origin Movie
March 12, 2024

Andrew Barth Feldman has joined the cast of SNL 1975, an origin film about the beginning of Saturday Night Live. Jason Reitman's behind-the-scenes film based on the start of the iconic comedy series. The film will have up-and-coming talent playing roles like Gilda Radner, Billy Crystal, Jane Curtin, Jim Henson, Lorne Michaels, and more.

Ben Platt Will Play 3-Week Concert Residency at Broadway's Palace Theatre
Ben Platt Will Play 3-Week Concert Residency at Broadway's Palace Theatre
March 18, 2024

Ben Platt will play a three-week concert residency at Broadway's recently refurbished Palace Theatre this May, in celebration of the release of his upcoming third album Honeymind. The historic Broadway theatre has now been raised to create space for retail shops underneath. Past residencies at the Palace include Judy Garland, Liza Minnelli, Bette Mider, and more.

Marisha Wallace Won't Know About Olivier Nomination Until She Leaves BIG BROTHER
Marisha Wallace Won't Know About Olivier Nomination Until She Leaves BIG BROTHER
March 12, 2024

Marisha Wallace will not find out about her Olivier Award nomination for Guys & Dolls until after she leaves the Celebrity Big Brother house. While nominees like Sarah Jessica Parker and Nicole Scherzinger found out about their nods this morning, Wallace is completely shut out from the world until she is evicted or wins the game.

Beyoncé's Country Album Is Called 'Cowboy Carter'
Beyoncé's Country Album Is Called 'Cowboy Carter'
March 12, 2024

Beyoncé's new album is called 'Cowboy Carter.' The announcement was made alongside a full pre-order for the album on vinyl, as well as new merchandise. The first two singles from the project are out now. Listen to 'Texas Hold 'Em' and '16 Carriages' now!

Ben Platt to Release New 'Honeymind' Album in May
Ben Platt to Release New 'Honeymind' Album in May
March 12, 2024

Ben Platt will be releasing his new album, 'Honeymind,' this May. Written over the past two years across Nashville, Savannah, Los Angeles, and New York, the album was executive produced by David Cobb. Platt said on social media that the album was inspired by a hike he took with his fianceé, Noah Galvin.

SUGA│Agust D TOUR 'D-DAY' THE MOVIE Tickets On Sale Now
SUGA│Agust D TOUR 'D-DAY' THE MOVIE Tickets On Sale Now
March 12, 2024

Tickets are on sale now for the worldwide release of the cinematic cut of SUGA│Agust D TOUR ‘D-DAY’ THE MOVIE, the concert film by Agust D, also known as SUGA of 21st century pop icons BTS. As the grand finale of his world tour, “SUGA | Agust D TOUR ‘D-DAY’ THE FINAL” marked the culmination of 25 concerts held in 10 cities.

Video: Watch Evan Rachel Wood's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Remix of Miley Cyrus' 'Flowers'
Video: Watch Evan Rachel Wood's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Remix of Miley Cyrus' 'Flowers'
March 12, 2024

Watch a video of Evan Rachel Wood singing Miley Cyrus' 'Flowers' as Audrey from Little Shop of Horrors. She is currently starring in the award-winning production of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS alongside Darren Criss and shows her ability to bring out the Audrey accent at any moment.

Video: Watch WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Perform 'The Lion Has Got No Teeth' on GMA
Video: Watch WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Perform 'The Lion Has Got No Teeth' on GMA
March 12, 2024

Watch a video of the Broadway cast of Water For Elephants performing 'The Lion Has Got No Teeth' on Good Morning America. The performance features Grant Gustin, who makes his Broadway debut in the musical, and Outer Critic Circle Award nominee Paul Alexander Nolan.

Video: Watch the INDIGO GIRLS Documentary Trailer
Video: Watch the INDIGO GIRLS Documentary Trailer
March 12, 2024

Oscilloscope Laboratories has announced a one night only theatrical release of INDIGO GIRLS: IT’S ONLY LIFE AFTER ALL, Alexandria Bombach’s latest documentary on the iconic duo. Oscilloscope Laboratories has also shared the trailer for the film, which premiered on opening night of the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. Watch the video!

Exclusive: Broadway Music Gets Major Increase in Spotify Streams Through Gen-Z Discoveries
Exclusive: Broadway Music Gets Major Increase in Spotify Streams Through Gen-Z Discoveries
March 11, 2024

As several musicals are starting to be wiped from TikTok, the next generation of theatre lovers are still getting their fill through Spotify. In new research shared exclusively with BroadwayWorld, there are currently over 11 million Broadway-themed playlists globally on Spotify, especially with the help of the Wicked and Mean Girls movie musicals.

Jimmy Buffett Tribute Concert to Include Paul McCartney, Jon Bon Jovi & More
Jimmy Buffett Tribute Concert to Include Paul McCartney, Jon Bon Jovi & More
March 11, 2024

A Jimmy Buffett tribute concert is set for next month at the Hollywood Bowl with a star-studded lineup of musical talent. The event will include performances from Paul McCartney, Jon Bon Jovi, Brandi Carlile, the Eagles, Sheryl Crow, Eric Church, Jackson Browne, Zac Browne, Jackson Browne, Pitbull, and Kenny Chesney.

Dolly Parton Says Beyoncé Recorded a 'Jolene' Cover For Her New Album
Dolly Parton Says Beyoncé Recorded a 'Jolene' Cover For Her New Album
March 11, 2024

Dolly Parton says that Beyoncé has recorded a cover of 'Jolene' for her new album. She says that while they have not recorded a duet for the album, she claims that the singer has recorded a new version of 'Jolene.' The release could be similar to 'Break My Soul (Queens Remix),' when Beyoncé interpolated Madonna's 'Vogue' with her single.

GRAND THEFT HAMLET Documentary to Follow Actors Who Staged HAMLET Inside Video Game
GRAND THEFT HAMLET Documentary to Follow Actors Who Staged HAMLET Inside Video Game
March 11, 2024

Grand Theft Hamlet, a new documentary following out-of-work actors who staged a production of Hamelt inside a video game follows Sam Crane and Mark Oosterveen. During the U.K.'s third COVID-19 lockdown three years ago, they staged an entire production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet inside Grand Theft Auto 5.

WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
March 11, 2024

Water For Elephants is performing on Good Morning America this week. The cast includes Grant Gustin, Isabelle McCalla, Gregg Edelman, Alexander Nolan, Stan Brown, and more. The episode will also feature an interview with Jenifer Lewis and Taylor Swift announcing a new song from “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version)” on Disney+.

Video: How Ingrid Michaelson Processed Her Grief Through Writing THE NOTEBOOK
Video: How Ingrid Michaelson Processed Her Grief Through Writing THE NOTEBOOK
March 11, 2024

Ingrid Michaelson is opening up about how she processed the loss of her parents through The Notebook. Labeling composing the score as 'the best thing she's ever done in her life,' Michaelson opened up about how writing the music helped her process the grief of losing her parents. Watch the video now!

Photos: Inside the Oscars With Emma Stone, Michelle Yeoh & More
Photos: Inside the Oscars With Emma Stone, Michelle Yeoh & More
March 11, 2024

See new photos of Emma Stone, Cynthia Erivo, Jessica Lange, Ryan Gosling, Ariana Grande, Cillian Murphy, Jennifer Lawrence, Zendaya, Melissa McCarthy, Regina King, Michelle Yeoh, and more behind-the-scenes of the Oscars. Check out photos from inside the theater, backstage, and the press room now!

Photos: Inside Ariana Grande's SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Return
Photos: Inside Ariana Grande's SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Return
March 11, 2024

Just before she hit the Oscars red carpet with Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande performed new music from her 'eternal sunshine' album on Saturday Night Live. Introduced by her mother, Joan Grande, the GRAMMY-winner performed 'imperfect for you,' which followed a performance of her new single, 'we can't be friends (wait for your love).' See SNL photos!

Photos: Danielle Brooks, Vanessa Hudgens & More Hit the Oscars Red Carpet
Photos: Danielle Brooks, Vanessa Hudgens & More Hit the Oscars Red Carpet
March 11, 2024

Check out photos of Danielle Brooks, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Florence Pugh, Lupita Nyong'o, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, America Ferrera, Colman Domingo, Vanessa Hudgens, Emma Stone, Laverne Cox, and more on the red carpet at the Oscars.

Video: Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande Use WICKED Lyrics to Present at Oscars
Video: Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande Use WICKED Lyrics to Present at Oscars
March 10, 2024

Watch a video of Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo presenting Best Original Score and Best Original Song at the Oscars. After the orchestra played 'For Good' as they entered, the two movie musical stars used lyrics from Wicked and nodded to The Wizard of Oz while introducing the category. Watch the video now!



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