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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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GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY, CINDERELLA & More Nominated for GRAMMY AWARDS
GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY, CINDERELLA & More Nominated for GRAMMY AWARDS
November 23, 2021

The nominations for the 2022 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album are out! The awards honored six musicals, including Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella, Girl From the North Country, the Unofficial Bridgerton Musical, Stephen Schwartz's Snapshots, and Les Miserables: The Staged Concert (The Sensational 2020 Live Recording).

Harry Hudson to Join Justin Bieber's 2022 Justice World Tour
Harry Hudson to Join Justin Bieber's 2022 Justice World Tour
November 23, 2021

Commemorating the one-year anniversary of his sophomore album, Hudson has released a brand-new merch bundle which features a signed Hey, I’m Here For You blue and white marble vinyl, best-selling ‘Be Kind’ hoodie, tote, and lighter. Purchase the limited merchandise and check out his upcoming tour dates with Justin Bieber now!

VIDEO: Lizzy McAlpine Makes Late Night Debut on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
VIDEO: Lizzy McAlpine Makes Late Night Debut on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
November 23, 2021

Last night, rising artist Lizzy McAlpine made her U.S. television debut on ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” with a performance of “erase me.” McAlpine is also set for an extensive run of North American tour dates with Dodie. The shows kick off in early 2022. Check out her upcoming tour dates now!

VIDEO: Peacock Shares BEL-AIR Early Teaser
VIDEO: Peacock Shares BEL-AIR Early Teaser
November 23, 2021

Set in modern-day America, Bel-Air is a one-hour dramatic analogue of the 90’s sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” that leans into the original premise: Will’s complicated journey from the streets of West Philadelphia to the gated mansions of Bel-Air. Bel-Air will dive deeper into the inherent conflicts, emotions and biases in the series.

VIDEO: Watch Olivia Rodrigo Perform 'Traitor' at the American Music Awards
VIDEO: Watch Olivia Rodrigo Perform 'Traitor' at the American Music Awards
November 23, 2021

Olivia Rodrigo took to the stage at the American Music Awards to perform her hit single, 'Traitor'. Rodrigo also took home the trophy for Best New Artist of the Year. Olivia Rodrigo is an American actress and singer known for her role as Nini Salazar-Roberts on the Disney+ series High School Musical: The Series. Watch the new performance here!

VIDEO: Prime Video Releases INSIDE EDGE Season Three Trailer
VIDEO: Prime Video Releases INSIDE EDGE Season Three Trailer
November 23, 2021

Created by Karan Anshuman and directed by Kanishk Varma, in the new season the stakes are on for a bigger game in sight between two arch rivals. The Season 3 of the hit show stars Vivek Oberoi, Richa Chadha, Tanuj Virwani, Aamir Bashir, Sayani Gupta, Sapna Pabbi, Akshay Oberoi, Sidhant Gupta and Amit Sial. Watch the new trailer now!

VIDEO: Watch the Prologue to JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION
VIDEO: Watch the Prologue to JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION
November 23, 2021

The Prologue, a new, five-minute special prologue to Jurassic World Dominion, directed by Dominion director and co-writer Colin Trevorrow, is not featured in the film itself but is separate, original content. The Prologue serves as the beginning of a story that will be continued in theaters next summer.

VIDEO: Watch Adele Perform 'Easy On Me' at the NRJ Awards
VIDEO: Watch Adele Perform 'Easy On Me' at the NRJ Awards
November 23, 2021

Adele took to the stage at the 2021 NRJ Awards to perform her recent #1 hit single, 'Easy On Me'. On Friday, November 19, Adele released her brand new studio album, '30'. The highly-anticipated release was the singer's first new album in six years.

VIDEO: Kristin Chenoweth Talks Possible WICKED Movie Cameo on THE TONIGHT SHOW
VIDEO: Kristin Chenoweth Talks Possible WICKED Movie Cameo on THE TONIGHT SHOW
November 23, 2021

During an appearnace on The Tonight Show, Kristin Chenoweth commented on the recent news that Ariana Grande would be playing Glinda in the new film adaption of Wicked. When asked about the possibility of making a cameo in the film, Chenoweth shared her idea of how she and original Elphaba Idina Menzel should make an appearance in the film.

Catie Turner Releases 'God Must Hate Me' Single
Catie Turner Releases 'God Must Hate Me' Single
November 23, 2021

Turner captured national attention in 2018 as one of the standout stars of ABC's American Idol, kicking off the season with a stunning audition performance of her own extraordinary composition, “21st Century Machine,” immediately winning over judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and Katy Perry, who applauded her a “genius songwriter.”

Guy Fieri Announces GUYS CHANCE OF A LIFETIME Food Network Series
Guy Fieri Announces GUYS CHANCE OF A LIFETIME Food Network Series
November 23, 2021

Guy Fieri is expanding his successful restaurant empire and is searching for one talented food entrepreneur to run their own Chicken Guy! franchise on this new Food Network series. Over the course of the six hour-long episodes, there is unexpected drama and a surprising turn of events when one of the candidates breaks under the pressure.

VIDEO: Watch Andrew Garfield & Vanessa Hudgens Perform 'Therapy' in TICK, TICK...BOOM!
VIDEO: Watch Andrew Garfield & Vanessa Hudgens Perform 'Therapy' in TICK, TICK...BOOM!
November 23, 2021

tick, tick...BOOM! is an adaptation of the autobiographical musical by Jonathan Larson, who revolutionized theater as the creator of Rent. Watch Vanessa Hudgens and Andrew Garfield perform 'Therapy' in a new clip from the film! The film also stars Joshua Henry, Alexandra Shipp, Robin de Jesús, MJ Rodriguez, and more.

The Casting Society of America Announces 37th Artios Awards Nominations
The Casting Society of America Announces 37th Artios Awards Nominations
November 23, 2021

Since Broadway had been dark throughout the nomination process, the society would instead honor virtual theatre productions that happened throughout the year, naming it the Virtual Theatre Award. Other nominees include Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist, Girls5Eva, Ted Lasso, Bridgerton, Wandavision, Shrill, This Is Us, The Queen's Gambit, and more.

Amanda Kloots Comes in Fourth Place on DANCING WITH THE STARS; Watch All of Her Performances
Amanda Kloots Comes in Fourth Place on DANCING WITH THE STARS; Watch All of Her Performances
November 23, 2021

Throughout the season, Kloots and her partner, Alan Bersten, received praise from the judges and viewers alike, also paying tribute to her late husband, Nick Cordero, who died of COVID-19 in 2020. Watch a complete roundup of her performances on the show, including dances to, Britney Spears, Grease, Janet Jackson, and more!

Every Broadway Cameo in TICK, TICK...BOOM!
Every Broadway Cameo in TICK, TICK...BOOM!
November 23, 2021

Check out our complete guide to every musical theatre cameo in tick, tick…BOOM! Although Lin-Manuel Miranda’s film adaption of tick, tick…BOOM! already features an all-star cast the film features an endless amount of cameos that would keep any musical theatre fan excited.

The Brazen Youth Announce 2022 North American Tour Dates
The Brazen Youth Announce 2022 North American Tour Dates
November 22, 2021

The Brazen Youth have announced 2022 tour dates with The Greeting Committee, adding to the already scheduled shows closing out 2021, including sold out shows at Music Hall of Williamsburg in Brooklyn, NY and Brighton Music Hall in Allston, MA as the band joins Melt for a short early December run. Plus, watch the 'Hometown' music video now!

THE FIRST WAVE Documentary Sets Hulu Release Date
THE FIRST WAVE Documentary Sets Hulu Release Date
November 22, 2021

With exclusive access inside one of New York’s hardest hit hospital systems during the terrifying first four months of the pandemic, Oscar®-nominated and Emmy® Award-winning director Matthew Heineman’s The First Wave spotlights the everyday heroes at the epicenter of COVID-19. Watch the trailer for the upcoming documentary now!

VIDEO: ABISHA Shares 'Numb' Music Video
VIDEO: ABISHA Shares 'Numb' Music Video
November 22, 2021

ABISHA beckons us into the most vulnerable corners of her mind in her new single and music video “Numb”. The stunning dark-toned visuals feature her through an intimate, close-up lens where the peaceful solitude of her surroundings highlight the private and lonely nature of her inner battle. Watch the new music video now!

VIDEO: Netflix Debuts PUFF: WONDERS OF THE REEF Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Debuts PUFF: WONDERS OF THE REEF Trailer
November 22, 2021

Narrated by internationally-renowned Australian actress Rose Byrne, this is the story of the tiny, often overlooked creatures that live in one of Earth’s most diverse ecosystems, and the interconnectedness of life that links our world to theirs. Watch the new trailer for the documentary feature now!

The 6abc Dunkin' Thanksgiving Day Parade Celebration Announces Return
The 6abc Dunkin' Thanksgiving Day Parade Celebration Announces Return
November 22, 2021

The event is hosted by 6abc Action News’ Rick Williams, Cecily Tynan, Adam Joseph, Karen Rogers and Alicia Vitarelli with special guest host Carson Kressley, Emmy®-award winning daytime talk show host Tamron Hall and Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee of “Good Morning America.”  The special will also include appearances from Disney and ABC favorites!



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