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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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Queen Drops Unreleased Track Featuring Freddie Mercury 'Face It Alone'
Queen Drops Unreleased Track Featuring Freddie Mercury 'Face It Alone'
October 13, 2022

Having generated a media firestorm back in the summer when band members Brian May and Roger Taylor first leaked news of a rediscovered Queen song featuring Freddie Mercury being considered for possible release, the highly anticipated ‘lost’ track, “Face It Alone,” drops as a simultaneous worldwide single release.

VIDEO: Laverne Cox Sings Opera for Jennifer Hudson on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
VIDEO: Laverne Cox Sings Opera for Jennifer Hudson on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
October 13, 2022

Laverne Cox recalls “the ultimate compliment” being mistaken for Beyoncé at the US Open and shares her “emotional” experience watching the GOAT Serena Williams at her last tennis tournament. They also discuss Jennifer’s breathtaking performance of Giacomo Puccini’s “Nessun Dorma” in homage to Aretha Franklin. Watch videos from the episode now!

Trevor Noah Announces Final Day Hosting THE DAILY SHOW
Trevor Noah Announces Final Day Hosting THE DAILY SHOW
October 13, 2022

Leading up to his last day, the franchise will fete Noah’s seven-year run with a look back at his greatest moments. During his seven year tenure as host, Noah has moved The Daily Show seamlessly from insightful, hilarious satire to serious, provocative conversations, meeting society’s moments of unrest and uncertainty with clarity and conviction.

Lexi Jayde Releases New Single 'What's the Matter With You'
Lexi Jayde Releases New Single 'What's the Matter With You'
October 13, 2022

The new song, an upbeat yet vulnerable track about meeting the right person at what may not be the right time, was written by Lexi with co-writer and producer, FINNEAS and co-produced by Aron Forbes. Lexi will kick off her first U.S. headline tour October 20th, with sold-out shows in Los Angeles and New York City.

Beyoncé, Taylor Swift & More Nominated For American Music Awards - Full List of Nominations
Beyoncé, Taylor Swift & More Nominated For American Music Awards - Full List of Nominations
October 13, 2022

Reigning Favorite Male Latin Artist Bad Bunny is this year’s most-nominated artist with eight nods. Powerhouses Beyoncé and Taylor Swift are the most-nominated female artists with six nominations. Close behind with five nominations each are Adele, Harry Styles, and The Weeknd, including Artist of the Year. Check out the full list of nominations!

VIDEO: Disney+ Shares SAVE OUR SQUAD WITH DAVID BECKHAM Original U.K. Series Trailer
VIDEO: Disney+ Shares SAVE OUR SQUAD WITH DAVID BECKHAM Original U.K. Series Trailer
October 13, 2022

Co-produced by BAFTA and RTS Award-winning production company Twenty Twenty, and Studio 99, the global content and production studio co-founded by Beckham, “Save Our Squad with David Beckham” is a heart-warming series that sees David Beckham return to his East London roots to mentor Westward Boys. Watch the new video trailer now!

Latin American Original Docu-Series THE MONTANERS to Premiere on Disney+ in November
Latin American Original Docu-Series THE MONTANERS to Premiere on Disney+ in November
October 12, 2022

“The Montaners” follows the iconic family of the Montaners: Ricardo, Marlene, Mau, Ricky and Evaluna, and their significant others Stefi, Sara and Camilo, which have become a veritable phenomenon on social media and whose father is one of the greatest icons of Latin music. Watch the new video trailer now!

David Guetta's Livestream Is the Most Watched TikTok Live by a DJ
David Guetta's Livestream Is the Most Watched TikTok Live by a DJ
October 12, 2022

Recorded live and direct from the closing party for his legendary Ushuaïa F*** Me I’m Famous party in Ibiza, the stream racked up 638,400 unique viewers and will go down as the biggest TikTok live stream from a DJ, with Guetta gaining 100k new followers on the platform throughout the stream.

Disney+ Shares DANCING WITH THE STARS 'Stories Week' Lineup
Disney+ Shares DANCING WITH THE STARS 'Stories Week' Lineup
October 12, 2022

Stars’ Stories Week” kicks off its two-night event with “Most Memorable Year.” The 12 remaining couples will perform routines that best represent the most impactful years of their lives. The two-night event continues with “Prom Night” featuring the 11 remaining couples performing dances to hits that bring them back to their high school proms.

VIDEO: Mazie Shares 'Trippy Version' Music Video for Single 'dumb dumb'
VIDEO: Mazie Shares 'Trippy Version' Music Video for Single 'dumb dumb'
October 12, 2022

'dumb dumb' was produced by mazie's childhood neighbor Elie Rizk, who she's known since she was 15 and they both moved out to LA together. Elie Rizk has also worked with Bella Poarch ('Build a Bitch'), Remi Wolf ('Quiet On Set'), and Sub Urban ('Inferno'). Watch the new music video now!

Disney Branded Television Announces Seventh Season of BUNK'D
Disney Branded Television Announces Seventh Season of BUNK'D
October 12, 2022

Series regulars Miranda May (Lou), Trevor Tordjman (Parker), Mallory James Mahoney (Destiny), Israel Johnson (Noah), Shiloh Verrico (Winnie), Luke Busey (Jake) and Alfred Lewis (Bill) are all set to return. Erin Dunlap will remain as executive producer and showrunner of the series in addition to May, who will continue her role as EP.

VIDEO: Netflix Debuts MATILDA THE MUSICAL Official Movie Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Debuts MATILDA THE MUSICAL Official Movie Trailer
October 13, 2022

Netflix has shared a new trailer and key art for the film adaptation of ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICAL. The new movie musical stars Oscar winner Emma Thompson, Stephen Graham, Andrea Riseborough, Sindhu Vee, Alisha Weir and Lashana Lynch. Watch the new video trailer and check out the new film poster photo now!

Sundance Makes First Program Announcement for the 2023 Festival
Sundance Makes First Program Announcement for the 2023 Festival
October 12, 2022

The From the Collection section brings archival screenings back into focus as part of the Sundance Film Festival for audiences to explore and rediscover the films that have shaped the heritage of both Sundance Institute and independent storytelling. To address the specific preservation risks posed to independent film.

RLJE Films, Shudder & AMC+ Acquire THE APOLOGY Starring Anna Gunn
RLJE Films, Shudder & AMC+ Acquire THE APOLOGY Starring Anna Gunn
October 12, 2022

RLJE Films, Shudder and AMC+ have partnered and financed the highly anticipated thriller, THE APOLOGY. Directed and written by Alison Star Locke, in her feature film writing/directing debut, THE APOLOGY stars Anna Gunn (“Breaking Bad,” Sully), Linus Roache (My Policeman, “Homeland”), and Janeane Garofalo (Wet Hot American Summer, Reality Bites).

Lozeak Shares New Alt-Pop Single 'XO'
Lozeak Shares New Alt-Pop Single 'XO'
October 12, 2022

XO showcases everything from Hole, Kasabian, and Radiohead, to Avril Lavigne, Britney Spears, and Sugababes. The track was co-written with Jason Gil (Katy Perry, Doja Cat, Bebe Rexha, Lil Uzi Vert) and is the latest example of how lozeak is leading a new wave of British artists who are shaping the contemporary sound of emo.

2022 Key West Film Festival Announces Golden Key Awards for Chris Cooper and Elegance Bratton
2022 Key West Film Festival Announces Golden Key Awards for Chris Cooper and Elegance Bratton
October 12, 2022

The Key West Film Festival announced the recipients of its annual Golden Key Awards to be presented to screen legend Chris Cooper and Elegance Bratton, director of the upcoming release The Inspection. Past recipients of the award include Burt Reynolds, Marisa Tomei, Kimberly Peirce, Tom Skerritt, Lois Smith, Paul Verhoeven and Alan Cumming.

'Kentucky Rising' Concert Feat. Chris Stapleton, Dwight Yoakam and Tyler Childers Raises Over $2.5 Million
'Kentucky Rising' Concert Feat. Chris Stapleton, Dwight Yoakam and Tyler Childers Raises Over $2.5 Million
October 12, 2022

The sold-out event held at Lexington’s Rupp Arena featured performances from Eastern Kentucky-natives Chris Stapleton, Dwight Yoakam and Tyler Childers as well as special surprise guests Patty Loveless, Ricky Skaggs, S.G. Goodman and University of Kentucky football coach, Mark Stoops.

Tutara Peak & Aether Release New Single 'Yukijo'
Tutara Peak & Aether Release New Single 'Yukijo'
October 12, 2022

UK based producer Tutara Peak celebrates the release of his joint collaboration with Canada based colleague Aether, slated for release on Wednesday, October 12th. The coupling’s piece of work “Yukijo” explores ambient, vibrant and downtempo soundscapes that demonstrate diversity across the two’s styles of composition.

Brody Price Shares New Single 'Satellites & Dust'
Brody Price Shares New Single 'Satellites & Dust'
October 12, 2022

Niles City Records operates alongside a full-service production studio in Fort Worth, Texas of the same name and is spearheaded by acclaimed singer/songwriter Robert Ellis, producer Josh Block (Leon Bridges, White Denim, Caamp), and artist manager Cara Merendino (Robert Ellis, Liz Cooper).

The African American Film Critics Association to Honor Broadway
The African American Film Critics Association to Honor Broadway
October 12, 2022

The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) will present AAFCA Salutes Broadway. The event will honor The Merchant of Venice and Till star John Douglas Thompson, Topdog/Underdog writer Suzan-Lori Parks, Death of a Salesman's Wendell Pierce, and The Piano Lesson's LaTanya Richardson Jackson.



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