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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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LIVE! With Kelly & Ryan Announce 'Multiverse Halloween' Episode
LIVE! With Kelly & Ryan Announce 'Multiverse Halloween' Episode
October 24, 2022

From “House of Dragons” to “Stranger Things” and “The Kardashians” to “The Bachelorette,” or from “The Bear” to “Real Housewives” and Nancy Sinatra to Freddie Mercury and more, the show is a nonstop, laugh-ridden hour with tricks and treats along the way. Plus, actor and funny man Kal Penn will join Kelly and Ryan live on the show.

Mother Mother Release Live EP During Sold-Out Tour
Mother Mother Release Live EP During Sold-Out Tour
October 24, 2022

Alt-rock Canadian stars Mother Mother are celebrating their fans, as well as their massive European summer tour in support of Imagine Dragons where they played to one million people, with the release of Live from Santiago de Compostela; a six track EP which sees the band in top form, performing some of their biggest hits to stadium-sized crowds.

HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Sees Biggest HBO Finale Audience Since Series Finale Of GAME OF THRONES
HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Sees Biggest HBO Finale Audience Since Series Finale Of GAME OF THRONES
October 24, 2022

HOUSE OF THE DRAGON concluded its first season with 9.3 million viewers Sunday night across all platforms, based on a combination of Nielsen and first party data, despite heavy hitting competition from Sunday Night Football and the final game of the Major League Baseball ALCS between the NY Yankees and Houston Astros.

Taylor Swift to Release CINDERELLA-Inspired 'Bejeweled' Music Video; Watch It Here
Taylor Swift to Release CINDERELLA-Inspired 'Bejeweled' Music Video; Watch It Here
October 24, 2022

The track is off her recent album 'Midnights,' which was released on Friday, October 21. Swift also premiered the 'Anti-Hero' music video on Friday. Swift shared a first look at her costume for the upcoming Cinderella-inspired music video. Check out the first look photo from the upcoming music video now!

George Birge Set to Make Grand Ole Opry Debut in November
George Birge Set to Make Grand Ole Opry Debut in November
October 24, 2022

“Mind On You,” from George’s self-titled debut EP, has already accumulated over 7 million streams, but almost wasn’t even recorded by George. Co-written by George along with Jaron Boyer, Michael Tyler and Colt Ford and produced by Ash Bowers, “Mind On You” was originally on hold by Jason Aldean but he decided to release it himself.

Santigold Announces 'Noble Champions' Podcast Featuring Idris Elba, Olivia Wilde & More
Santigold Announces 'Noble Champions' Podcast Featuring Idris Elba, Olivia Wilde & More
October 24, 2022

The first season features guests: Tunde Adebimpe, Yasiin Bey (fka Mos Def), Sanford Biggers, Bun B, Idris Elba, Mary Anais Heglar, Dan Kovalik, Resmaa Menakem, Questlove, Rebecca Walker, Olivia Wilde, Saul Williams, and Angela Yee. Listen to the podcast trailer now!

Photos: Peacock Shares First Look at Colin Donnell in IRREVERENT
Photos: Peacock Shares First Look at Colin Donnell in IRREVERENT
October 24, 2022

Check out new photos of Colin Donnell (Violet, Anything Goes), PJ Byrne (Big Little Lies, The Boys), Kylie Bracknell (I Met a Girl), Briallen Clarke (The Heights), Tegan Stimson (The Tailings), Ed Oxenbould (Better Watch Out), Wayne Blair (Firestarter), Russell Dykstra (Rake), Calen Tassone (Bassendream), and Jason Wilder (Love and Penguins).

Mali Obomsawin to Release 'Sweet Tooth' on Friday
Mali Obomsawin to Release 'Sweet Tooth' on Friday
October 24, 2022

A suite for Indigenous resistance, the new album from Wabanaki bassist, composer, and songwriter Mali Obomsawin flies in the face of Western tropes that insist Indigenous cultures are monolithic, trapped in time. Instead, Obomsawin highlights centuries of clever adaptation and resistance that have fueled the art and culture of Wabanaki people.

VIDEO: Dionne Warwick Gives Update On Teyana Taylor Playing Her in Upcoming Bio Series on SHERRI
VIDEO: Dionne Warwick Gives Update On Teyana Taylor Playing Her in Upcoming Bio Series on SHERRI
October 24, 2022

SHERRI SHEPHERD chatted with legendary singer and social media icon DIONNE WARWICK. She also revealed where she is in the process of Teyana Taylor playing her in a new biopic series in her first live interview discussing the casting decision. Watch the video clip from the interview now!

Leslie Jordan Passes Away at 67
Leslie Jordan Passes Away at 67
October 24, 2022

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actor and writer Leslie Jordan has passed away at 67. Jordan is most known for his roles on Will and Grace, Hearts Afire, American Horror Story, and Call Me Kat. He was seen onstage in My Trip Down the Pink Carpet and Lucky Guy.

Sam Smith's 'Unholy' Ft. Kim Petras Goes #1 on Billboard Hot 100
Sam Smith's 'Unholy' Ft. Kim Petras Goes #1 on Billboard Hot 100
October 24, 2022

Sam Smith takes the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Unholy” ft. Kim Petras. The single’s rapid ascent makes this career high especially remarkable. Released by Capitol Records on September 22, “Unholy” debuted at No. 3 on the Hot 100 and now, in its fourth week, tops the tally. Watch the new music video now!

Bailey Zimmerman Shatters Records With Biggest Streaming Country Debut Ever
Bailey Zimmerman Shatters Records With Biggest Streaming Country Debut Ever
October 24, 2022

Bailey Zimmerman has made history. His very first full-length release, Leave The Light On, is not only the most-streamed all-genre debut of the year, but also the biggest streaming country debut of all time. The EP arrived at No. 2 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart and No. 9 on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart.

Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs' Brooklyn Concert Will Air on PBS
Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs' Brooklyn Concert Will Air on PBS
October 24, 2022

The set features a robust list from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame guitarist’s illustrious career, introducing songs with Campbell’s current band, including “Wicked Mind” and “Wreckless Abandon” plus “Refugee,” “You Got Lucky” and “Runnin’ Down a Dream” from his days with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.

VIDEO: Netflix Shares STUTZ Trailer From Jonah Hill
VIDEO: Netflix Shares STUTZ Trailer From Jonah Hill
October 24, 2022

Directed by friend and patient Jonah Hill, the film explores Stutz’s life and walks the viewer through his signature visualization exercises, The Tools. As Hill sits down with Stutz for an unorthodox session that flips their typical doctor-patient dynamic, they bring The Tools to life in a humorous, vulnerable and ultimately therapeutic experience.

ABC News Hits the Road Ahead of the Midterms
ABC News Hits the Road Ahead of the Midterms
October 24, 2022

With less than 20 days until the midterm elections, “GMA3: What You Need to Know” is teaming up with “This Week with George Stephanopoulos” to bring viewers directly to key battleground states that will decide control of Congress. Both programs will feature interviews with midterm candidates, political stakeholders and voters.

VIDEO: AUTOMATIC Release New Video 'Teen Beat'
VIDEO: AUTOMATIC Release New Video 'Teen Beat'
October 24, 2022

After sold out dates in New York, Boston, and Atlanta, Automatic (Izzy Glaudini, Lola Dompé, Halle Saxon) have shared a new video for “Teen Beat”, taken from their new album Excess (out now via Stones Throw). The band’s first headlining North American tour in support of their acclaimed new album, Excess, is well underway.

ESSEL Releases New Single 'Don't Walk Away'
ESSEL Releases New Single 'Don't Walk Away'
October 24, 2022

Unfluenced by house music that drew her to raves as a teenager and a musical childhood home, ESSEL creates high power house tunes that have already seen releases on labels such as Sonny Fodera’s Solotoko, 3beat, Love & Other, Good Company, and Toolroom.

ABC Announces 2022 Holiday Programming Schedule
ABC Announces 2022 Holiday Programming Schedule
October 24, 2022

Two dazzling specials featuring some of the biggest names in music will bring melodies in December: “A Very Backstreet Christmas” celebrates the holidays with The Backstreet Boys, and “Finding Harmony” is an uplifting story featuring EGOT winner John Legend and David Brown, founder of the Columbus-based Harmony Project in Ohio.

Mariah Carey Announces New Holiday Performances
Mariah Carey Announces New Holiday Performances
October 24, 2022

Mariah Carey has announced two special Christmas concerts in New York City and Toronto. Carey has been coined the 'Queen of Christmas' as her #1 hit 'All I Want for Christmas is You' makes its annual rounds on top of the the Billboard Charts every holiday season. The track is from her 1994 album 'Merry Christmas'.

Selena Gomez to Release 'My Mind & Me' Single From Upcoming Apple TV+ Documentary
Selena Gomez to Release 'My Mind & Me' Single From Upcoming Apple TV+ Documentary
October 24, 2022

Apple Original Films has unveiled the trailer for the highly anticipated documentary feature about singer, songwriter, actress, producer, entrepreneur and activist Selena Gomez, “Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me,” directed and produced by Alek Keshishian ('Madonna: Truth or Dare”). Watch the new video trailer now!



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