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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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John Denver's Estate to Reissue 'Rocky Mountain High' for 50th Anniversary
John Denver's Estate to Reissue 'Rocky Mountain High' for 50th Anniversary
June 15, 2022

Originally released on September 15, 1972, Rocky Mountain High was Denver’s first Top 10 album and is officially recognized as the second state song of Colorado as of 2007. It was written while Denver was camping in the Rocky Mountains during the Perseid Meteor Shower, expressing his love and wonder for his adopted state.

VIDEO: Netflix Debuts THE UPSHAWS Season Two Part One Trailer Starring Kim Fields, Wanda Sykes & More
VIDEO: Netflix Debuts THE UPSHAWS Season Two Part One Trailer Starring Kim Fields, Wanda Sykes & More
June 15, 2022

The Upshaws stars Mike Epps (Bernie Shaw), Kim Fields (Regina Upshaw), Wanda Sykes (Lucretia Turner), Page Kennedy (Duck), Diamond Lyons (Kelvin Upshaw), Khali Daniya-Renee Spraggins (Aaliyah Upshaw), Jermelle Simon (Bernard Upshaw), Gabrielle Dennis (Tasha Lewis), and Journey Christine (Maya Upshaw).

VIDEO: New PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH Trailer Released
VIDEO: New PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH Trailer Released
June 15, 2022

Academy Award® nominee Antonio Banderas returns as PiB as he embarks on an epic journey into the Black Forest to find the Wishing Star and restore his lost lives. But with only one life left, Puss will have to humble himself and ask for help from his former partner and nemesis: the captivating Kitty Soft Paws (Oscar® nominee Salma Hayek). 

Lightning Seeds Return With New Album 'See You in the Stars'
Lightning Seeds Return With New Album 'See You in the Stars'
June 15, 2022

One of the album highlights, ‘Emily Smiles’, was co-written with Specials man Terry Hall, whom Ian wrote Jollification’s ‘Lucky You’ with. All songs were written and recorded in short bursts over the last three years. The first two songs recorded were a pair written with the Coral’s James Skelly: ‘Great To Be Alive’ and ‘Live To Love You’.

Chrissy Metz Announces LIVE AT CITY WINERY Concert Tour
Chrissy Metz Announces LIVE AT CITY WINERY Concert Tour
June 15, 2022

The intimate setting of City Winery provides the perfect atmosphere for Metz’s affable, easy-going presence and storytelling to match her relatable music, from the emotional “Actress” to the empowering “Girl Go” and more. Previously, she has performed on famed stages from the Grand Ole Opry to the Bluebird Cafe.

VIDEO: Harry Styles Stars in Prime Video's MY POLICEMAN Teaser
VIDEO: Harry Styles Stars in Prime Video's MY POLICEMAN Teaser
June 15, 2022

My Policeman follows three young people – policeman Tom (Harry Styles), teacher Marion (Emma Corrin), and museum curator Patrick (David Dawson)– as they embark on an emotional journey in 1950s Britain. Based on the book by Bethan Roberts, the film was directed by Michael Grandage.

Idina Menzel to Host HARMONIOUS LIVE! on Disney+
Idina Menzel to Host HARMONIOUS LIVE! on Disney+
June 15, 2022

Hosted by Tony Award-winning performer, actress, singer-songwriter, and philanthropist Idina Menzel (“Frozen,” “Frozen 2”) with special guest Auli‘i Cravalho (“Moana”), the live event will feature visuals from “Moana,” “Aladdin,” “Coco,” “The Lion King,” “Mulan,” and other classic stories. Watch a teaser for the new event now!

Photos: Emma Thompson, Alisha Weir & More in MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film
Photos: Emma Thompson, Alisha Weir & More in MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film
June 15, 2022

Netflix has shared photos of Academy Award Winner Emma Thompson (Miss Trunchbull), Alisha Weir (Matilda); Lashana Lynch (Miss Honey), Stephen Graham (Mr. Wormwood), Andrea Riseborough (Mrs. Wormwood) in the new film adaption of Matilda the Musical. Check out the first look photos and film poster now!

VIDEO: Netflix Debuts MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film Teaser Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Debuts MATILDA THE MUSICAL Film Teaser Trailer
June 15, 2022

Learn about this brand new take on the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical. Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical film stars Emma Thompson, Alisha Weir, Lashana Lynch, and more. Get the scoop on the film, and watch the first teaser trailer.

Apple TV+ Sets BAD SISTERS & FIVE DAYS AT MEMORIAL Premieres
Apple TV+ Sets BAD SISTERS & FIVE DAYS AT MEMORIAL Premieres
June 15, 2022

Apple TV+ today announced the premiere dates for “Five Days at Memorial,” a new limited series from Academy Award winner John Ridley and Emmy Award winner Carlton Cuse; and, “Bad Sisters,” the witty and emotional darkly comedic murder mystery from Emmy Award-nominee and BAFTA Award-winning star and creator Sharon Horgan.

Ben Harper Releases 'We Need To Talk About It'
Ben Harper Releases 'We Need To Talk About It'
June 15, 2022

Harper – joined by his longtime band, The Innocent Criminals – will herald BLOODLINE MAINTENANCE with an epic world tour highlighted by North American and European headline dates, festival performances, US shows alongside Jack Johnson, and a 15-night run supporting his recent collaborator Harry Styles at Los Angeles, CA’s Kia Forum.

RJ Thompson Releases Cinematic New Single 'SUPER 8'
RJ Thompson Releases Cinematic New Single 'SUPER 8'
June 15, 2022

Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist RJ Thompson has released his latest offering in the form of cinematic pop single ‘Super 8’, the follow up to last month’s ‘Your Money Or Your Life’, which launched his brand new era and his first new music since 2020’s sophomore album Lifeline. Plus, check out September tour dates!

Breland Releases New Single & Announces Debut Album Date
Breland Releases New Single & Announces Debut Album Date
June 15, 2022

Fresh off his recent appearances at major US festivals like Stagecoach Country Music Festival and Hangout Music Festival, BRELAND is now gearing up to bring his crowd-thrilling live set back to the UK after stunning fans at C2C Festival with a full UK tour alongside Russell Dickerson in October 2022.

Mr. Bruce Shares New Single 'Dark Age' & Festival Dates
Mr. Bruce Shares New Single 'Dark Age' & Festival Dates
June 15, 2022

With Mr Bruce’s latest single he has successfully replicated the feeling of dancing with complete abandon after a long period of abstinence. Thanks to producer, Angus Kemp, “Dark Age,” is a shameless full fat tech house banger garnished with flamboyant lyrics that skip and twirl like a figure skater over punchy kick drums and a growling bassline.

LOONEY TUNES to Honor Broadway in BYE, BYE BUNNY Musical Movie
LOONEY TUNES to Honor Broadway in BYE, BYE BUNNY Musical Movie
June 15, 2022

From Warner Bros. Animation, the original animated family movie event will feature original dynamic song and dance numbers and new orchestrations from the Warner Bros. library of legendary movie musicals, which include 42nd Street, Little Shop of Horrors, Victor Victoria, Cabaret, the Wizard of Oz, and more.

Netflix Sets Premiere For Kid Cudi & Kenya Barris' ENTERGALACTIC
Netflix Sets Premiere For Kid Cudi & Kenya Barris' ENTERGALACTIC
June 15, 2022

Entergalactic takes place in the only city that can handle all three: New York.  Alongside Mescudi and Williams, Entergalactic boasts an all-star cast including Timothée Chalamet, Ty Dolla $ign, Laura Harrier, Vanessa Hudgens, Christopher Abbott, 070 Shake, Jaden Smith, Keith David, Teyana Taylor, Arturo Castro and Macaulay Culkin.

New Hope Club Shares Singles 'Girl Who Does Both' & 'Getting Better'
New Hope Club Shares Singles 'Girl Who Does Both' & 'Getting Better'
June 15, 2022

The tracks – written and performed by Blake, George and Reece – showcases the band’s extraordinary musical evolution. The songs also mark Blake’s debut as a producer, developed under the band’s mentorship with multi-platinum, award-winning US producer and songwriter Ross Golan (5 Seconds of Summer, Maroon 5).

Genndy Tartakovsky Signs Overall Cross-Studio Deal With Cartoon Network Studios and Warner Bros. Animation
Genndy Tartakovsky Signs Overall Cross-Studio Deal With Cartoon Network Studios and Warner Bros. Animation
June 15, 2022

Tartakovsky is currently in production on Unicorn: Warriors Eternal – an animated supernatural adventure family event series coming soon to HBO Max and Cartoon Network. Season two of his Emmy Award- winning series, Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal, premieres this Summer on Adult Swim.

Mark Ronson to Teach Music Production With BBC Maestro
Mark Ronson to Teach Music Production With BBC Maestro
June 15, 2022

Global DJ, Oscar, Golden Globe, BRIT and seven-time GRAMMY Award winning artist and producer Mark Ronson will share his critically acclaimed production skills as well as the processes of how he works as a producer, beat maker, musician, songwriter and collaborator in his upcoming BBC Maestro course in Music Production.

VIDEO: Netflix Debuts Lena Waithe's BEAUTY Film Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Debuts Lena Waithe's BEAUTY Film Trailer
June 15, 2022

The cast includes Niecy Nash, Giancarlo Esposito, Sharon Stone, Aleyse Shannon, Gracie Marie Bradley, Kyle Bary, and Micheal Ward. A gifted young Black woman struggles to maintain her voice and identity after she’s offered a lucrative recording contract, setting off a fierce battle between her family, the label, and her closest friend.



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