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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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VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson Tries TikTok Challenges on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson Tries TikTok Challenges on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
October 5, 2022

A staff member from “The Jennifer Hudson Show” joins Jennifer as they hilariously try out TikTok’s latest drink trends! “The Jennifer Hudson Show” continues with comedian Hasan Minhaj, and actor Kunal Nayyar. “ Watch video clips from the new episode of The Jennifer Hudson Show, including an interview with Jimmie Allen!

Dan Ashley to Release New Cover Single 'YOU'RE A FRIEND OF MINE'
Dan Ashley to Release New Cover Single 'YOU'RE A FRIEND OF MINE'
October 5, 2022

Following the release of his full-length album Out There in 2021, DAN ASHLEY is excited to present his new single “YOU’RE A FRIEND OF MINE,” a duet with the legendary Grammy-award winning NARADA MICHAEL WALDEN (Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Aretha Franklin, Sting, George Michael).

VIDEO: Apple TV+ Shares GHOSTWRITER Season Three Trailer
VIDEO: Apple TV+ Shares GHOSTWRITER Season Three Trailer
October 5, 2022

Starring Princess Mapp (“Sydney to the Max,” “The Unicorn”), Nour Assaf (“The Casagrandes”), and Daire McLeod (“Danger Force”), season three of “Ghostwriter” will also feature notable guest stars including Randall Park (“WandaVision”)  as Lion in “The Ghost of Oz” journey, and more. Watch the new video trailer now!

VIDEO: Disney+ Unveils IN THE SOOP : FRIENDCATION Trailer
VIDEO: Disney+ Unveils IN THE SOOP : FRIENDCATION Trailer
October 5, 2022

Featuring Park Seo-jun (“The Marvels”), rapper Peakboy, Choi Woo-shik (“Parasite”), Park Hyung-sik (“Soundtrack #1”) and V of BTS, “IN THE SOOP : Friendcation” gives a close look at the lives of these five celebrity friends, as they step away from their busy everyday lives to unwind together in a relaxing surprise trip. Watch the video trailer now!

VIDEO: OKLAHOMA! National Tour Performs 'Mila Kunis!' Parody & 'People Will Say We're' In Love' on CORDEN
VIDEO: OKLAHOMA! National Tour Performs 'Mila Kunis!' Parody & 'People Will Say We're' In Love' on CORDEN
October 5, 2022

James Corden's dressing room check-in with the cast of the Oklahoma! National Tour took a turn when they revealed to him that they were actually the cast of 'Mila Kunis! the Musical,' leading them into a parody of the musical's title song. Sasha Hutchings and Sean Grandillo performed 'People Will Say We're In Love.' Watch videos now!

Courtney Govan Releases New Single 'sofa'
Courtney Govan Releases New Single 'sofa'
October 4, 2022

The relatable spirit of the song is the product of Courtney Govan’s all-rounded honesty and authenticity; the introspective nature of her music gives listeners a sincere narrative, who can see themselves in the glee and excitement of liking someone without the pressure of a label. The song is centered around joyful empowerment.

Interview: Sarah Brightman Reacts to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Closing & Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Interview: Sarah Brightman Reacts to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Closing & Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
October 5, 2022

Sarah Brightman will be honored with the 2,736th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame ahead of her first Las Vegas engagement at The Venetian. BroadwayWorld caught up with Brightman to discuss the Hollywood Walk of Fame honor, what to expect from her upcoming Las Vegas concerts, and her thoughts on The Phantom of the Opera closing on Broadway.

GOOD MORNING AMERICA Is #1 Morning Newscast in Total Viewers and Adults 25–54 for Second Week Straight of New Season
GOOD MORNING AMERICA Is #1 Morning Newscast in Total Viewers and Adults 25–54 for Second Week Straight of New Season
October 4, 2022

“Good Morning America” stood as America’s No. 1 morning newscast in Total Viewers (3.335 million) and Adults 25-54 (749,000) for the week of Sept. 26, 2022, based on Live + Same Day Data from Nielsen Media Research. Leading in the key adult demos for the second week in a row, “GMA” won the first two weeks of the season.

ABC News' NIGHTLINE Is No. 1 in All Key Demos for 2nd Week Straight
ABC News' NIGHTLINE Is No. 1 in All Key Demos for 2nd Week Straight
October 4, 2022

This week “Nightline” covered Hurricane Ian, Russians fighting back against Putin’s call to arms, Singer Melanie Chisholm’s new memoir, the U.S. fentanyl crisis, climate change’s affect on hurricanes, “Hocus Pocus 2,” and the latest “20/20” episode which covered the Sherri Papini case.

LIVE! WITH KELLY & RYAN Builds to a 4-Month High in Total Viewers
LIVE! WITH KELLY & RYAN Builds to a 4-Month High in Total Viewers
October 4, 2022

“Live with Kelly and Ryan” topped “Dr. Phil” by 7% in Households (1.6 rating vs. 1.4 rating), by 9% in Total Viewers (2.200 million vs. 2.017 million) and by 50% among Women 25-54 (0.6 rating vs. 0.4 rating) to stand as the week’s No. 1 daytime talk show. In fact, “Live” ranked as the No. 1 daytime talk show for the 37th week in a row.

Del McCoury Wins Big At 33rd Annual IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards
Del McCoury Wins Big At 33rd Annual IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards
October 4, 2022

Recognized yet again for his dynamic and immediately recognizable voice that has lent high, lonesome heart to over 30 records in his six-decade career, Del McCoury was crowned Male Vocalist of the Year for the fifth time. This is McCoury’s 19th IBMA award to date, maintaining the title of the most awarded artist in bluegrass history. 

Piper Street Sound Announces New Music Feat. Subatomic Sound System, Andy Bassford, & General Pecos
Piper Street Sound Announces New Music Feat. Subatomic Sound System, Andy Bassford, & General Pecos
October 4, 2022

The title refers to the instrument used to capture the piece’s main theme. Fleshed out and supported by dread performances from Mansfield’s urgent bass, Christo Case on synths and keys, Brian Daggett on pounding drums, and horns by Jonathan Lloyd, the production eventually manifested into the righteous machine presented here.

DCxPC Live To Release Ann Beretta Live Album
DCxPC Live To Release Ann Beretta Live Album
October 4, 2022

Recorded live at the Broadberry in Richmond, VA on September 27, 2018 when the band played a special acoustic show to a near sold out crowd in one of Richmond's best music venues. Playing acoustic as a full band is something that's only been done a few times and none sounded as good as this night.

Fellow Artists Remember Country Music Legend Loretta Lynn
Fellow Artists Remember Country Music Legend Loretta Lynn
October 4, 2022

Throughout her 60-year career, Lynn achieved the highest level of success with over 50 Top 10 Hits including “Fist City,” “You Ain’t Woman Enough,” “You’re Lookin’ At Country,” “Don’t Come Home A Drinking,” “Coal Miner’s Daughter,” and more. Lynn also recorded legendary duets with The Wilburne Brothers, Ernest Tubb, and Conway Twitty.

VIDEO: ALADDIN'S Joshua Dela Cruz Stars in BLUE'S CLUES Movie Musical Trailer
VIDEO: ALADDIN'S Joshua Dela Cruz Stars in BLUE'S CLUES Movie Musical Trailer
October 4, 2022

Paramount+ has released the trailer for its upcoming original kids and family movie musical BLUE’S BIG CITY ADVENTURE. The film stars Aladdin's Joshua Dela Cruz and also features special star appearances by BD Wong, Ali Stroker, Taboo, Alex Winter, Phillipa Soo and Steven Pasquale. Watch the new video trailer for the upcoming musical film now!

DAHMER by Ryan Murphy Enters Netflix Most Popular TV Top 10
DAHMER by Ryan Murphy Enters Netflix Most Popular TV Top 10
October 4, 2022

The limited series by Ryan Murphy and starring Emmy Award winner Evan Peters has topped the English TV List for the second week in succession with 299.84M hours viewed — making it the second most watched English-language series in a week behind Stranger Things 4. 

Cozy Slippers Debut New Single 'I Can't Keep You Safe' Off Their Upcoming Self Titled Debut LP
Cozy Slippers Debut New Single 'I Can't Keep You Safe' Off Their Upcoming Self Titled Debut LP
October 4, 2022

Cozy Slippers share details of their return with the release of their self titled debut album on Kleine Underground Schallplatten (vinyl) and Subjangle (CD). The First single from the album is 'Nobody Knows Me, Anyhow', a love letter to alienation. A trapped narrator finds solace in knowing that anonymity makes space possible.

UK Tamil-Swiss Artist Priya Ragu Releases New Song 'Adalam Va!'
UK Tamil-Swiss Artist Priya Ragu Releases New Song 'Adalam Va!'
October 4, 2022

Now Priya once again fires up with her new single “Adalam Va!” which translates loosely as “Let’s Dance!” As her most vibrant cocktail of electrifying electro-pop and soul-stirring South Indian sonics, that’s exactly the reaction it inspires. Above the rattling rhythms, warped synths and thumping dub bass.

Esperanza Spalding's 'Radio Music Society' Gets 10th Anniversary Reissue
Esperanza Spalding's 'Radio Music Society' Gets 10th Anniversary Reissue
October 4, 2022

Executive produced by hip-hop artist Q-Tip, the 2012 album features the singles “Black Gold” and “Radio Song,” plus the GRAMMY®-winning track, “City of Roses,” and boasts an all-star line-up of talent, including pianist Leo Genovese, drummer Terri Lyne Carrington, and tenor saxophonist Joe Lovano, plus vocalists Lalah Hathaway and Gretchen Parlato

ALASKA DAILY Premieres Thursday on ABC
ALASKA DAILY Premieres Thursday on ABC
October 4, 2022

Alongside Hillary Swank, “Alaska Daily” features Jeff Perry as Stanley Kornik, Matt Malloy as Bob Young, Meredith Holzman as Claire Muncy, Grace Dove as Rosalind “Roz” Friendly, Pablo Castelblanco as Gabriel Tovar, Ami Park as Yuna Park and Craig Frank as Austin Teague. Watch the video trailer for the new series now!



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