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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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Netflix Sets THE STANDUPS Season Three Premiere
Netflix Sets THE STANDUPS Season Three Premiere
December 13, 2021

The previously announced lineup includes Brian Simpson, Naomi Ekperigin, Mark Normand, Janelle James, Dusty Slay, and Melissa Villaseñor. This season of The Standups highlights all new comedians at the top of their game.

VIDEO: Steven Spielberg Talks Mike Faist as Riff In WEST SIDE STORY
VIDEO: Steven Spielberg Talks Mike Faist as Riff In WEST SIDE STORY
December 13, 2021

Steven Spielberg spoke on casting Mike First as Riff in this new adaption of West Side Story in the new 'Steven on Mike' featurette. The film also stars Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, David Alvarez, Ariana DeBose, Rita Moreno, Brian D'Arcy James, and more.

Don McLean Announces American Pie 50th Anniversary Tour Dates
Don McLean Announces American Pie 50th Anniversary Tour Dates
December 13, 2021

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of one of the most iconic songs and album ever this year, McLean will entertain fans across the continent throughout nearly 30 cities from Honolulu to Toronto and everything in between, proving that “bye-bye, Miss American Pie” will forever remain a classic staple in American music.

VIDEO: Sabaton Shares 'Christmas Truce' Animated Video
VIDEO: Sabaton Shares 'Christmas Truce' Animated Video
December 13, 2021

In this animated story video, SABATON depicts this remarkable event that would come to be known as the 'Christmas Truce.' This brand new video was unveiled during the band's ongoing Christmas Advent Calendar on their social media channels and website.

The Birthday Massacre Announces New Album 'Fascination'
The Birthday Massacre Announces New Album 'Fascination'
December 13, 2021

The 9-song album was produced by band members Michael Rainbow, M. Falcore, and Brett “Bat” Carruthers and recorded at Desolation Studios, Dire Studios and The Altar Studios all in Toronto. The new track 'Dreams of You' is out now. Plus, check out the group's upcoming tour dates!

Laura Benanti, Alan Ruck & More to Star in ANNIE Sequel Podcast Series
Laura Benanti, Alan Ruck & More to Star in ANNIE Sequel Podcast Series
December 13, 2021

A new musical podcast sequel to Annie explores the events five years after the musical takes place. It will star Laura Benanti as Miss Hannigan, Lance Reddick as Oliver Warbucks, Abbie-Grace Levi as Annie, and Alan Ruck as Drake. Episode from the first season will be released weekly on Mondays throughout the next year.

VIDEO: FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE SECRETS OF DUMBLEDORE Trailer
VIDEO: FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE SECRETS OF DUMBLEDORE Trailer
December 13, 2021

Eddie Redmayne and Jude Law star in Fantastic Beasts: Secrets of Dumbledore. The cast of the new film also features Other cast members include Ezra Miller, Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler, Alison Sudol, and Jessica Williams. Mads Mikkelsen replaces Johnny Depp as Grindelwald.

ENCANTO Sets Digital & Blu-Ray Release
ENCANTO Sets Digital & Blu-Ray Release
December 13, 2021

Fans can enjoy a sing-along movie version, never-before-seen bonus features and deleted scenes when Encanto arrives on all major digital platforms this holiday season on December 24 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD.

Vevo Names The Weeknd's 'Save Your Tears' Video of the Year
Vevo Names The Weeknd's 'Save Your Tears' Video of the Year
December 13, 2021

Both worldwide and in the U.S., The Weeknd’s “Save Your Tears” tops the list with 615M views globally, and 102.9M views in the U.S. Released at the top of the year, “Save Your Tears” popularity was fueled by The Weeknd’s massively successful Superbowl performance. Other winners include Lil Nas X and Olivia Rodrigo.

CYRANO, WEST SIDE STORY, TICK, TICK... BOOM! & More Among 2022 Golden Globe Nominees - See the Full List!
CYRANO, WEST SIDE STORY, TICK, TICK... BOOM! & More Among 2022 Golden Globe Nominees - See the Full List!
December 13, 2021

Films such as West Side Story, tick, tick...BOOM!, Cyrano, Encanto, and In the Heights were recognized this morning by the Hollywood Foreign Press. Nominees also included Peter Dinklage, Denzel Washington, Cynthia Erivo, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ewan McGregor, Uzo Aduba, Aaron Sorkin, Hannah Waddingham, Steve Martin, Martin Short, and more.

WEST SIDE STORY Grosses $10 Million on First Weekend
WEST SIDE STORY Grosses $10 Million on First Weekend
December 13, 2021

West Side Story played in 2,820 theaters, with it's numbers making it the highest grossing film at the box office this weekend. The new musical film falls short of In the Heights' $11.5 million debut but exceeds Dear Evan Hansen's $7.4 million. The film stars Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, Rita Moreno, and more.

Acorn TV Renews UNDER THE VINES For Second Season
Acorn TV Renews UNDER THE VINES For Second Season
December 10, 2021

Season two will see lovable socialite Daisy Monroe (Gibney) and London lawyer Louis Oakley (Edwards) continue to navigate running the Otago winery they inherited.  They also have to navigate their feelings for each other but love, like a fine wine, is always complicated.

Jack White Announces 2022 Headline Tour Dates
Jack White Announces 2022 Headline Tour Dates
December 10, 2021

Jack White has announced the first dates of The Supply Chain Issues Tour with shows in North America, Europe, and the United Kingdom. The tour produced by Live Nation -- which includes White’s first headline shows in four years -- will begin with two special FEAR OF THE DAWN album release shows!

Marvel Releases HAWKEYE Vol. 1 (Episodes 1-3) Soundtrack
Marvel Releases HAWKEYE Vol. 1 (Episodes 1-3) Soundtrack
December 10, 2021

From Marvel Studios’ “Hawkeye,” now streaming on Disney+, the Hawkeye: Vol. 1 (Episodes 1-3) soundtrack with score by Emmy -nominated composer Christophe Beck (“WandaVision,” “Free Guy,” “Frozen 2”) and composer/multi-instrumentalist Michael Paraskevas.

VIDEO: Caspr Releases 'Snow' Music Video
VIDEO: Caspr Releases 'Snow' Music Video
December 10, 2021

“Snow” is the fifth track in a string of singles from the New York-based artist, succeeding his previous release, “Don’t Make Sense,” an acoustic guitar-driven track written by Caspr and co-produced by Travis Barker (Machine Gun Kelly, jxdn, WILLOW) and Omer Fedi (The Kid Laroi, Machine Gun Kelly, 24KGoldn).

Blame My Youth Release New Single 'Feel It In The Morning'
Blame My Youth Release New Single 'Feel It In The Morning'
December 10, 2021

Blame My Youth, the name Sean Van Vleet records under, has shared a new song, “Feel It In the Morning.” He began Blame My Youth in 2020 but it wasn’t until this fall that he was able to take his band out on the road, playing a series of festivals across the U.S. Watch the tour video for the new single now!

Siiicbrain Shares New EP 'Ashtray For Your Agony'
Siiicbrain Shares New EP 'Ashtray For Your Agony'
December 10, 2021

Experimental rock artist Siiickbrain has released her brand-new EP Ashtray For Your Agony. The EP presents emotional highs and lows through 6 brand new tracks, from the lyrical yet frenzied “Dopamine (ft. Maggie Lindemann)” to the in-your-face “I’m Sick”. The EP also features previous single “Destructible”.

Galantis, Lucas & Steve & ILIRA Join Forces For 'Alien'
Galantis, Lucas & Steve & ILIRA Join Forces For 'Alien'
December 10, 2021

“Alien” marks the latest in series of massive genre-bending collaborations for Galantis, most recently including “Sweet Talker” with Years & Years and a remix of Coldplay & BTS’ #1 single “My Universe.” Galantis also reunited with Little Mix last month for a remix of their latest single “No.'

VIDEO: Watch Vanessa Hudgens In a Deleted Scene From PRINCESS SWITCH 3
VIDEO: Watch Vanessa Hudgens In a Deleted Scene From PRINCESS SWITCH 3
December 10, 2021

When a priceless relic is stolen, Queen Margaret and Princess Stacy enlist the help of Margaret's audacious look-alike cousin Fiona who teams with a dashing, mysterious man from her past to retrieve it. The film also stars Nick Sagar, Sam Palladio, Remy Hii, and Will Kemp.

Jennifer Hudson Releases 'Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)' Cover
Jennifer Hudson Releases 'Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)' Cover
December 10, 2021

Jennifer Hudson has released a new holiday single! Jennifer won the Academy Award, Golden Globe, and BAFTA Award for her performance as Effie White in Dreamgirls. She was also seen in Cats, Hairspray Live, and Secret Life of Bees. She was seen on Broadway in the Color Purple. Listen to 'Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)' now!



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