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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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Exclusive: First Look at the BROADWAY RISING Documentary Trailer & Poster
Exclusive: First Look at the BROADWAY RISING Documentary Trailer & Poster
November 4, 2022

Get an exclusive first look at Broadway Rising, the acclaimed doucmentary that follows the return to Broadway after the COVID-19 pandemic. The film is produced by Tony Award-winners Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Take Me Out, Modern Family) and Justin Mikita (Oklahoma!). Watch the new video trailer and check out the poster now!

Nick Cannon Announces 'Wild 'N Out Live' at Madison Square Garden
Nick Cannon Announces 'Wild 'N Out Live' at Madison Square Garden
November 4, 2022

“Nick Cannon Presents: Wild ‘N Out Live” features fan favorites from the original cast of “Wild ‘N Out,” including Nick Cannon, Rip Micheals, DeRay Davis, Michael Blackson, Justina Valentine, Emmanuel Hudson, Hitman Holla, Conceited, Pretty Vee, Charlie Clips, Radio Big Mack and DJ D-Wrek.

Paramore Announces North America Arena Tour
Paramore Announces North America Arena Tour
November 4, 2022

Produced by Live Nation, the tour kicks off on May 23rd at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, NC and makes stops at some of North America’s most iconic venues such as New York’s Madison Square Garden, Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena, Austin’s Moody Center, Los Angeles’ Kia Forum, Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena and more.

VIDEO: Chaka Khan Reveals She Turned Down THE COLOR PURPLE on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
VIDEO: Chaka Khan Reveals She Turned Down THE COLOR PURPLE on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
November 4, 2022

Jennifer Hudson asks Chaka Kahn burning questions and the Queen of Funk reveals her first impression of Prince and her memory of turning down Steven Spielberg who offered her a role in the critically acclaimed feature “The Color Purple.” Watch videos from her appearance on the show now!

Inaugural Hollywood Cigar Renaissance Film Igniter Announces Official Call for Entries
Inaugural Hollywood Cigar Renaissance Film Igniter Announces Official Call for Entries
November 4, 2022

Judges include Barrie Godwin, Senior Vice President, Walt Disney Studios; Clint Wallace, Production Designer, (“Top Gun: Maverick.”) Jeff Harris, Board Member, Hollywood Foreign Press Association; David Briner, producer (“My Favorite Girlfriend”); Ed Herrera, Cinematographer (“Whirlybird,” “WHELM”) and La’Tonda Hardy-Davis, Producer (“Rising 6”).

Taylor Swift Adds Eight Extra 'Eras' Tour Dates
Taylor Swift Adds Eight Extra 'Eras' Tour Dates
November 4, 2022

The added tour dates are in Tampa, FL; Nashville, TN; Foxborough, MA; East Rutherford, NJ; Seattle, WA; Santa Clara, CA; and Los Angeles, CA. The tour will feature opening acts Paramore, beabad00bee, Phoebe Bridgers, girl in red, MUNA, HAIM, Gracie Abrams, GAYLE, and Owenn. Check out the full list of tour dates.

Camila Cabello Releases 'I'll Be Home For Christmas'
Camila Cabello Releases 'I'll Be Home For Christmas'
November 4, 2022

Camila Cabello has released her rendition of 'I'll Be Home For Christmas'. Cabello recently starred as the title role in Amazon Prime's Cinderella, which was released in September and her album 'Familia' is set to be released soon. Watch the new performance now!

Listen: 'WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story' Original Soundtrack Out Now
Listen: 'WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story' Original Soundtrack Out Now
November 4, 2022

The soundtrack features new versions of classic Weird Al parodies recorded exclusively for the movie. In addition to these tracks, the OST also features the original score composed by Leo Birenberg & Zach Robinson, who previously helmed the score for Cobra Kai. The score was recorded by the Budapest Scoring Orchestra.

Listen: 'Revolting Children' From MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film Soundtrack Released; Pre-Order the Album Now
Listen: 'Revolting Children' From MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film Soundtrack Released; Pre-Order the Album Now
November 4, 2022

'Revolting Children” arrives as the lead single to the full soundtrack, which features GRAMMY and Tony Award-nominated songs from the original West End production written by Tim Minchin as performed by the film’s cast, as well as an original score by composer and orchestrator Christopher Nightingale. Plus, check out the album's track list now!

Ryan Reynolds to Receive 'The People's Icon' Award at 2022 'People's Choice Awards'
Ryan Reynolds to Receive 'The People's Icon' Award at 2022 'People's Choice Awards'
November 3, 2022

Reynolds was nominated for a Golden Globe and Grammy award for his work on the “Deadpool” franchise. Reynold’s most recent film “The Adam Project,” which he also produced, is currently Netflix's fourth most-viewed English-language movie of all time. He can next be seen in the musical comedy “Spirited” opposite Will Ferrell and Octavia Spencer,

SG Lewis Shares New Track 'LIFETIME'
SG Lewis Shares New Track 'LIFETIME'
November 3, 2022

British singer-songwriter, producer and DJ, SG Lewis, shares “Lifetime,” the next taste of his forthcoming album. Watch the Jason Lester-directed music video now! ”Lifetime” follows the news that SG Lewis’ second full-length album AudioLust & HigherLove will be released in early 2023.

David Foster, Kat McPhee & More to Perform on 24TH ANNUAL A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS AT THE GROVE
David Foster, Kat McPhee & More to Perform on 24TH ANNUAL A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS AT THE GROVE
November 3, 2022

The special, which takes place at The Grove in Los Angeles, will enhance the inspirational stories of several American families with performances by extraordinary artists, including Estefan, Andy Grammer, Little Big Town and David Foster & Kat McPhee.

LL Cool J to Host NATIONAL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING: CELEBRATING 100 YEARS
LL Cool J to Host NATIONAL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING: CELEBRATING 100 YEARS
November 3, 2022

This beloved American tradition, celebrating its 100th ceremony, is presented by the National Park Service (NPS) and National Park Foundation (NPF) and will feature Gloria Estefan, Andy Grammer, Joss Stone, Shania Twain, “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band and more singing holiday classics.

MOULIN ROUGE! & SIX to Perform on CBS Thanksgiving Day Parade
MOULIN ROUGE! & SIX to Perform on CBS Thanksgiving Day Parade
November 3, 2022

The Broadway casts of “Moulin Rouge” and “SIX the Musical” will perform on The Thanksgiving Day Parade on CBS, anchored by Kevin Frazier and Keltie Knight. Jeremy Sisto from FBI, Liza Lapira from The Equalizer, and Louis Cato, bandleader on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will also appear on the special.

Jinkx Monsoon's Sketch Comedy Series Greenlit for Season Two By World of Wonder
Jinkx Monsoon's Sketch Comedy Series Greenlit for Season Two By World of Wonder
November 3, 2022

Emmy-winning media company World of Wonder, the team behind RuPaul’s Drag Race, has picked up a second season of the Jinkx Monsoon-led comedy series Sketchy Queens. The renewal announcement comes timed to the season finale of the 8-episode series. Sketchy Queens’ second season will continue to stream exclusively on WOW Presents Plus.

Harvey Fierstein to Moderate CASA VALENTINA-Related Documentary Panel
Harvey Fierstein to Moderate CASA VALENTINA-Related Documentary Panel
November 3, 2022

Tony Award winning playwright and actor Harvey Fierstein will guest moderate a Q&A session with French filmmaker Sébastien Lifshitz at the US Premiere of the new documentary Casa Susanna. The story was also the basis of Fierstein’s 2014 Broadway play Casa Valentina, which was nominated for four Tony Awards, including Best Play.

David Letterman to Interview President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on MY NEXT GUEST
David Letterman to Interview President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on MY NEXT GUEST
November 3, 2022

David Letterman recently traveled to Kyiv, Ukraine to interview President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in front of a small live audience for an upcoming episode of Netflix’s My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman.

VIDEO: LaTanya Richardson Jackson Reveals What She Wants PIANO LESSON Audiences to Take Away From the Play on FALLON
VIDEO: LaTanya Richardson Jackson Reveals What She Wants PIANO LESSON Audiences to Take Away From the Play on FALLON
November 3, 2022

LaTanya Richardson Jackson appeared on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon last night to discuss directing The Piano Lesson on Broadway. During the interview, Jackson discussed what she hopes audiences take away from the play after they see it. Watch the new video interview now!

Freeform Sets GROWN-ISH & THE WATCHFUL EYE Premieres
Freeform Sets GROWN-ISH & THE WATCHFUL EYE Premieres
November 3, 2022

Freeform announced the winter premiere dates for the series premiere of “The Watchful Eye” from Ryan Seacrest Productions and returning favorite “grown-ish.”Emily Fox ('Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist') is showrunner and executive producer of “The Watchful Eye.” Emmy®-nominated “grown-ish” returns for the second half of its fifth season.

Thumper Release New Single 'Summer Assault'
Thumper Release New Single 'Summer Assault'
November 3, 2022

“Summer Assault” sees THUMPER venture into new territory as they release their first brand new offering since their debut album released in 2022. The single comes off the back of their extensive European, UK and Irish tour, including sell out shows in Amsterdam, London, Paris and Dublin’s Whelan’s.



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