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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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Pee-Wee Herman to Host New KCRW Radio Show
Pee-Wee Herman to Host New KCRW Radio Show
November 15, 2021

Herman will be joined by friends from his show, including Chairry, Magic Screen, Miss Yvonne, and some surprise special guests, while playing some of his favorite music. KCRW creates and curates a unique mix of content centered around music discovery, NPR news, cultural exploration and informed public affairs.

Baz Luhrmann's ELVIS Film Delays Premiere Date
Baz Luhrmann's ELVIS Film Delays Premiere Date
November 15, 2021

As previously announced, Baz Luhrmann has cast Austin Butler as Elvis Presley in the film. Joining Butler and Academy Award-winner Tom Hanks as Colonel Tom Parker are Olivia DeJonge, Gary Clark, Jr., Yola, Lenesha Randolph, Jordan Holland, Shonka Dukureh, Shannon Sanders, Kelvin Harrison Jr. and Alton Mason.

Free Throw Announce 2022 Tour Dates
Free Throw Announce 2022 Tour Dates
November 15, 2021

Free Throw are excited to announce 2022 tour dates in support of their new album Piecing It Together, out now on Triple Crown Records. The dates include some shows that were postponed on their recent fall tour after a band member’s COVID diagnosis, including a home town show in Nashville at Exit/In as well as dates in NYC, Philadelphia and D.C.

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for the Final Season of F IS FOR FAMILY
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for the Final Season of F IS FOR FAMILY
November 15, 2021

As 1974 comes to a close, the Murphys are rocked by loss, each responding to it in very different ways. Sue tries to patch things up with her parents and estranged gay brother Louis; Kevin drives his girlfriend Alice crazy with his clinginess; and Bill and Maureen process their grief by acting out in uniquely transgressive fashion.

Disney's HOLIDAY MAGIC QUEST to Return to Disney+
Disney's HOLIDAY MAGIC QUEST to Return to Disney+
November 15, 2021

Yvette Nicole Brown hosts the holiday adventure featuring 'Zombies' stars Milo Manheim, Meg Donnelly, Kylee Russell and Trevor Tordjman at Walt Disney World Resort. Challenges include navigating Andy's Backyard at Toy Story Land, escaping Kylo Ren and the Stormtroopers at Galaxy's Edge, and surviving Bellhop training inside Tower of Terror.

VIDEO: Watch the Teaser for JOE PICKETT on Spectrum
VIDEO: Watch the Teaser for JOE PICKETT on Spectrum
November 15, 2021

Joe Pickett - based on the book series of the same name and led by showrunners John Erick Dowdle and Drew Dowdle and Red Wagon Entertainment’s Doug Wick and Lucy Fisher - follows a dedicated game warden (Michael Dorman) and his family as they navigate the shifting socio-political climate of a small rural town on the verge of economic collapse.

Fat Joe, Remy Ma & More Announced as WENDY WILLIAMS SHOW Guest-Hosts
Fat Joe, Remy Ma & More Announced as WENDY WILLIAMS SHOW Guest-Hosts
November 15, 2021

The Wendy Williams Show has announced new guest-hosts to fill in for Williams as she continues to be on medical leave for her hit daytime talk show. The new additions will kick-off on November 22 as Bevy Smith, Michael Yo, Elizabeth Wagmeister, and Devyn Simone host a hot talk panel. On November 23 & 24, hip-hop icons Fat Joe and Remy Ma will host.

Brent Cobb Confirms 2022 'When It's My Time Tour'
Brent Cobb Confirms 2022 'When It's My Time Tour'
November 15, 2021

Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and musician Brent Cobb will embark on his headline “When It’s My Time Tour” this February with newly confirmed shows at Washington DC’s City Winery, Philadelphia’s City Winery, New York’s City Winery, Lexington’s The Burl, Chicago’s City Winery, Indianapolis’ Hi-Fi and Nashville’s City Winery among many others.

Rainbow Girls Share 'Santa Anna' Single from 'Rolling Dumpster Fire' EP
Rainbow Girls Share 'Santa Anna' Single from 'Rolling Dumpster Fire' EP
November 15, 2021

Rainbow Girls’ new single 'Santa Anna' is out today and features fellow Bay Area singer/songwriter Graham Patzner. The track is an ode to the power of Mother Nature and a plea for humans to take responsibility for our role in the increasing frequency of natural disasters. It follows last week’s lead single, 'Free Wine'.

Ryan Hurd & Maren Morris Take 'Chasing After You' to #1 on Country Radio
Ryan Hurd & Maren Morris Take 'Chasing After You' to #1 on Country Radio
November 15, 2021

Rising country powerhouse Ryan Hurd and Grammy-winning artist Maren Morris secure the #1 spot on this week’s U.S. Country Radio Mediabase chart with their Platinum-certified “Chasing After You.” The couple’s first official duet was written by Brinley Addington and Jerry Flowers. Plus, check out Hurd's upcoming tour dates!

Alan Toy Joins ANNIE LIVE! As President Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Alan Toy Joins ANNIE LIVE! As President Franklin Delano Roosevelt
November 15, 2021

Alan Toy has been cast as President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in NBC’s holiday spectacular “Annie Live!.' joining the previously announced Taraji P. Henson as Miss Hannigan, Harry Connick Jr. as Daddy Warbucks, Nicole Scherzinger as Grace, Tituss Burgess as Rooster, Megan Hilty as Lily St. Regis and Celina Smith in the title role of Annie. 

Carrie Underwood, Jimmie Allen & More to Perform on CMA COUNTRY CHRISTMAS
Carrie Underwood, Jimmie Allen & More to Perform on CMA COUNTRY CHRISTMAS
November 15, 2021

First-time hosts Gabby Barrett and Carly Pearce will be joined by Jimmie Allen with Louis York & The Shindellas, BRELAND, Brett Eldredge, Lady A, Pistol Annies, Carrie Underwood and Lainey Wilson for an intimate evening of holiday classics.

Epix Acquires SAS: ROGUE HEROES Rights for U.S. Distribution
Epix Acquires SAS: ROGUE HEROES Rights for U.S. Distribution
November 15, 2021

SAS: Rogue Heroes is developed for television and written by Steven Knight (Peaky Blinders, Taboo, A Christmas Carol) and will be directed by Tom Shankland (The Serpent, The Missing), with Stephen Smallwood (The Serpent, Patrick Melrose) as producer. The series stars Connor Swindells, Jack O'Connell, Alfie Allen, Tom Glynn-Carney, and more.

VIDEO: Kady Rain Shares 'Got Away' Music Video
VIDEO: Kady Rain Shares 'Got Away' Music Video
November 15, 2021

Kady Rain, the Austin, TX based pop artist and multi-hyphenate has been slowly dropping tracks from her forthcoming debut album, Kady Rain. Today, following on the heels of the already released bangers “Crooked” and “Got Away,” Rain is thrilled to share the “Got Away” video, which was premiered today by Under the Radar. ​

VIDEO: Chiiild performs 'Weightless' for Vevo's 2022 DSCVR Artists to Watch
VIDEO: Chiiild performs 'Weightless' for Vevo's 2022 DSCVR Artists to Watch
November 15, 2021

Vevo has a long history of supporting and introducing emerging artists to new global audiences and its DSCVR ATW champions emerging artists through live performance content. Alumni include now-household names such as Billie Eilish, Pop Smoke, Sam Smith, EarthGang, Guaynaa, Lewis Capaldi, Arlo Parks, Maggie Rogers, James Bay, Jorja Smith, and more.

VIDEO: Watch the New WEST SIDE STORY 'Falling' Trailer
VIDEO: Watch the New WEST SIDE STORY 'Falling' Trailer
November 15, 2021

Watch a new promo spot for the upcoming West Side Story film remake which has just been released! The 'Falling' trailer features a new look at Rachel Zegler, Ansel Elgort, Ariana DeBose, Rita Moreno, Mike Faist, David Alvarez and more.

VIDEO: CBS Releases Trailer for ONE LAST TIME Starring Lady Gaga & Tony Bennett
VIDEO: CBS Releases Trailer for ONE LAST TIME Starring Lady Gaga & Tony Bennett
November 15, 2021

Filmed at two sold out shows at Radio City Music Hall in August 2021 to celebrate Bennett’s 95th birthday, the live concert brings together the two incredible entertainers performing duets and solo songs honoring their shared love of the Great American Songbook. Watch the new trailer now!

VIDEO: Netflix Releases Teaser for ROARING TWENTIES Series
VIDEO: Netflix Releases Teaser for ROARING TWENTIES Series
November 15, 2021

In this new reality series, eight twenty-somethings set out to find success in life and love in Austin, Texas while learning to navigate the 'new normal' of 2020's America. Living together and leaning on each other, they experience the highs and lows that come with being an adult. After all, you only get to live your twenties once.

MAYOR OF KINGSTOWN Now Streaming on Paramount+
MAYOR OF KINGSTOWN Now Streaming on Paramount+
November 15, 2021

Natasha Marc has provided BroadwayWorld with an exclusive insight about starring in the series. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, Taylor Sheridan, and Hugh Dillon, the series stars actor Jeremy Renner as Mike McLusky and Dianne Wiest as Miriam McLusky alongside Game of Thrones alum Aidan Gillen and Hamish Allan-Headley (Thinly Veiled).

Idris Elba Boards Uzo Oleh's EDICIUS as Executive Producer
Idris Elba Boards Uzo Oleh's EDICIUS as Executive Producer
November 15, 2021

SAG and Golden Globe winner Idris Elba has joined to executive produce Uzo Oleh’s Oscar and BAFTA qualified short film Edicius, an enthralling short thriller with an explosive twist. The film has been selected for a slew of high profile international film festivals including Raindance, Newport Beach and the upcoming Norwich Film Festival.



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