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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

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Hairspray

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Exclusive: Listen to Jessie Buckley & Luke Evans Sing 'Later Never Comes' From SCROOGE: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Soundtrack
Exclusive: Listen to Jessie Buckley & Luke Evans Sing 'Later Never Comes' From SCROOGE: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Soundtrack
December 1, 2022

Get an exclusive first listen to “Later Never Comes,” from performed by Luke Evans and Jessie Buckley and taken from the Scrooge: A Christmas Carol soundtrack. This animated version includes re-imagined songs, written by Oscar and Grammy award-winner Leslie Bricusse. The songs will also be performed by Fra Fee, Trevor Dion Nicholas and more.  

VIDEO: Viral MATILDA THE MUSICAL Dance Gets Missy Elliot Remix
VIDEO: Viral MATILDA THE MUSICAL Dance Gets Missy Elliot Remix
December 1, 2022

Last week, a first look at 'Revolting Children' from the new film adaptation of Matilda the Musical was released. Since then, the clip has gone viral on social media and has been remixed to 'Lose Control' by Missy Elliot in a new video posted to Twitter. The viral video clip even prompted a response from Missy Elliot herself.

Jeff Whitty Reveals His AVENUE Q Movie Ideas
Jeff Whitty Reveals His AVENUE Q Movie Ideas
December 1, 2022

Avenue Q book writer Jeff Whitty has shared a detailed outline of what a film adaptation of the Tony-winning musical would be like. His new ideas include updated takes on Kate Monster, Lucy, and Trekkie Monster, plus who he thinks should play some of the characters. Plus, Whitty also leaves the door open for a Broadway revival and series.

Exclusive: Watch the Pentatonix Sing 'It's A Small World' With DCappella In New Disney+ Special
Exclusive: Watch the Pentatonix Sing 'It's A Small World' With DCappella In New Disney+ Special
December 1, 2022

Watch an exclusive clip from the Pentatonix new Disney+ special as they are joined by their friends from around the world and DCappella to perform 'It's A Small World.' Families can get into the holiday spirit with fun performances by superstar a cappella group Pentatonix, while learning about various cultures in different parts of the world.

VIDEO: Netflix Debuts HARRY & MEGHAN Documentary Teaser
VIDEO: Netflix Debuts HARRY & MEGHAN Documentary Teaser
December 1, 2022

In an unprecedented and in-depth documentary series, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex share the other side of their high-profile love story. From the critically-acclaimed, two-time Academy Award-nominated and Emmy-winning director Liz Garbus, Harry & Meghan is a never-before-seen look at one of the most-discussed couples in history. Watch the new video teaser now!

Miranda Lambert Extends Velvet Rodeo Headlining Las Vegas Residency
Miranda Lambert Extends Velvet Rodeo Headlining Las Vegas Residency
December 1, 2022

Designed exclusively for Zappos Theater and promoted by Live Nation and Caesars Entertainment, “Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The Las Vegas Residency” gives fans an up close and personal opportunity to experience live performances of Lambert’s numerous chart-topping songs and beloved album cuts.

THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW to Stream on The Roku Channel
THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW to Stream on The Roku Channel
December 1, 2022

The series features celebrity interviews, topical stories, community heroes, viral sensations, and music. Jennifer Hudson uses her powerful voice in a new way, bringing fun, uplifting, and empowering conversations to the forefront and shining a light on extraordinary stories, talents, and passions.

Elita Announces Upcoming Album 'Dysania'
Elita Announces Upcoming Album 'Dysania'
November 30, 2022

The band features Elita on vocals, Tim Rypien onguitar/keyboard, and John Eddy on guitar/slide. They've achieved 30M+ streams early on in their career with their hypnotizing, often dark tunes. Front woman Elita’s airy, angelic vocals contrast brilliantly with the sinister lyrics, creating a spine-tingling feeling for the listener.

RANDOM ACTS OF FLYNESS: THE PARABLE OF THE PIRATE AND THE KING to Premiere on HBO Max in December
RANDOM ACTS OF FLYNESS: THE PARABLE OF THE PIRATE AND THE KING to Premiere on HBO Max in December
November 30, 2022

Artist, musician, and filmmaker Terence Nance returns for a long-awaited second season of the acclaimed series RANDOM ACTS OF FLYNESS. Exploring the metaphysics of Black life through avant-garde storytelling, the second season follows Terence (Terence Nance) and Najja (Alicia Pilgrim). Watch the new video trailer now!

Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2022 - Where to Watch MATILDA THE MUSICAL & More New Releases!
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2022 - Where to Watch MATILDA THE MUSICAL & More New Releases!
December 3, 2022

2022 is going out with a bang with new movies, series, and concerts to keep Broadway fans entertained all month long! From the new film adaptation of Matilda the Musical to Idina Menzel's new documentary on Disney+, December's streaming guide has something for everyone!

Joy Oladokun Contributes New Song 'Power' to LOUDMOUTH End Credits
Joy Oladokun Contributes New Song 'Power' to LOUDMOUTH End Credits
November 30, 2022

The song notably serves as the end credits theme for the documentary LOUDMOUTH about the life and battles of Reverend Al Sharpton. The film opens in theaters nationwide on December 9 and premieres on Amazon and Apple TV January 13, 2023. It was directed by Josh Alexander and executive produced by EGOT® winner John Legend.

INTERCATS Comedy Series in Development at Disney
INTERCATS Comedy Series in Development at Disney
November 30, 2022

'Intercats,' an animated sitcom set in a cat workplace, is in development at Disney Branded Television with multiple Emmy Award-winning Baobab Studios and screenwriter Pamela Ribon (recipient of the Cristal Award at the 2022 Annecy International Animation Film Festival and writer of two of Disney's 'Ralph Breaks the Internet' and 'Moana').

Lea Michele to Perform 'I'm the Greatest Star' From FUNNY GIRL on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS Next Week
Lea Michele to Perform 'I'm the Greatest Star' From FUNNY GIRL on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS Next Week
November 30, 2022

Lea Michele will perform 'I'm the Greatest Star' from Funny Girl on Late Night With Seth Meyers. Michele recently opened the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with a performance of 'Don't Rain On My Parade.' She also performed 'People' on the Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon and 'Don't Rain On My Parade' on Good Morning America.

VIDEO: Watch the New COCAINE BEAR Trailer
VIDEO: Watch the New COCAINE BEAR Trailer
November 30, 2022

Cocaine Bear stars Keri Russell (The Americans), O’Shea Jackson, Jr. (Straight Outta Compton), Christian Convery-Jennings (Sweet Tooth), Alden Ehrenreich (Solo: A Star Wars Story), Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family), Brooklynn Prince (The Florida Project), Isiah Whitlock Jr. (BlacKkKlansman), and more. Watch the new video trailer now!

Marcus Gad Returns With 'Ready For Battle' & Announces Album
Marcus Gad Returns With 'Ready For Battle' & Announces Album
November 30, 2022

Gad, the rising reggae star from the island nation of New Caledonia, returns here to work with his usual backing band, Tribe, for a more organic, roots oriented sound, after his last project where he and his producer Tamal dived into modern, programmed beats on the Brave New World album (2021).

DREDG Set To Release 'THE dredg VAULT' Just In Time For The Holidays
DREDG Set To Release 'THE dredg VAULT' Just In Time For The Holidays
November 30, 2022

dredg--Gavin Hayes (vocals, guitars), Drew Roulette (bass, samples), Mark Engles (guitars) and Dino Campanella (drums, keyboards)—is ending 2022 on a high note with another special package for their legions of fans, just in time for the holidays. They recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of their second album, EL CIELO.

Annika Rose Releases New Single 'In My Head'
Annika Rose Releases New Single 'In My Head'
November 30, 2022

Eager to follow up on the success of “Bruises,” ANNIKA ROSE is already back with the energetic, fiery alternative pop monster “In My Head,” out now (11/30) via Nvak Collective. Just as with “Bruises,” the Los Angeles singer-songwriter released the track first as a collection of 50 audio NFTs on Sound.xyz which sold out in under one minute. 

Amanda Seyfried Would 'Kill' to Do MEAN GIRLS on Broadway With Lindsay Lohan
Amanda Seyfried Would 'Kill' to Do MEAN GIRLS on Broadway With Lindsay Lohan
November 30, 2022

Amanda Seyfried has revealed that she would 'kill' to do Mean Girls on Broadway with Lindsay Lohan and the original film's cast. While they both agreed that a sequel film does not seem likely in the near future, Seyfried offered an alternative plan in which the cast would reunite to play their roles in the musical.

Simu Liu to Return to Host The 2023 JUNO Awards
Simu Liu to Return to Host The 2023 JUNO Awards
November 30, 2022

The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) and CBC announced that Simu Liu, star of the first Asian-fronted movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings, will return for a second year as host of The 2023 JUNO Awards Broadcast.

P1Harmony Release 5th Mini Album 'Harmony: Set In'
P1Harmony Release 5th Mini Album 'Harmony: Set In'
November 30, 2022

“Harmony: Set In” highlights a new, edgy yet groovy sound from the band while maintaining their signature harmonizing and powerful, anthemic raps. The mini-album opens with the lead single “Back Down” that arrives alongside a highly energetic and colorful music video where the group takes-over a post-apocalyptic New York City.



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