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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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Dukwa Shares New Single 'Prune'
Dukwa Shares New Single 'Prune'
November 16, 2022

Following recent releases from Mogwaa, Hiver, Brain de Palma, Peggy Gou and her coveted I Go remix package with Soulwax, DJ Koze and Maurice Fulton, Matter of Time is a stellar Gudu debut for Dukwa, promising four prime-time club workouts that are as powerful as they are tender.

VIDEO: Netflix Shares Trevor Noah's WISH YOU WOULD Comedy Special Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Shares Trevor Noah's WISH YOU WOULD Comedy Special Trailer
November 16, 2022

True to form, Trevor hilariously shares revelations about learning to speak German, modern communication, and his love for curry. I Wish You Would marks Trevor Noah’s third original comedy special on Netflix, including Son of Patricia and Afraid Of The Dark. Watch the new video trailer now!

VIDEO: Gus Dapperton Reveals 'Wet Cement' Live Performance Music Video
VIDEO: Gus Dapperton Reveals 'Wet Cement' Live Performance Music Video
November 16, 2022

Last month, “Wet Cement” arrived to critical acclaim. Billboard hailed it among “10 Cool New Pop Songs To Get You Through The Week” and noted, “His signature, passionate drawl conveys both sadness and acceptance.” Additionally, it has reeled in over 1 million cumulative streams and counting. Watch the new performance video now!

ABC & Disney Parks Announce Holiday Specials
ABC & Disney Parks Announce Holiday Specials
November 16, 2022

Derek Hough and Julianne Hough return as hosts for ABC’s festive annual special “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration,” and will be joined by co-hosts, Freeform’s Sherry Cola (“Good Trouble”) and Marcus Scribner (“grown-ish”), as they host “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade.”

Keb' Mo' Earns Best Americana Album GRAMMY Nomination for Album 'Good To Be…'
Keb' Mo' Earns Best Americana Album GRAMMY Nomination for Album 'Good To Be…'
November 16, 2022

Yesterday, five-time GRAMMY winner Keb’ Mo’ was nominated for Best Americana Album for his critically-acclaimed album Good To Be... that was released earlier this year via Rounder Records. The nomination is his 12th overall and follows winning the Best Americana Album Grammy in 2020 for his album Oklahoma.

Flogging Molly Announce Extensive 2023 U.S. Tour
Flogging Molly Announce Extensive 2023 U.S. Tour
November 16, 2022

Flogging Molly, who released Anthem their seventh album, in September, have announced a six-week trek across the U.S., with the tour launching on Feb. 2 at Austin’s ACL Live at The Moody Theater. The tour is in the band’s second round of U.S. dates in support of their recent album. Check out the list of dates now!

VIDEO: Bryan Cranston Stars In YOUR HONOR Season Two Trailer
VIDEO: Bryan Cranston Stars In YOUR HONOR Season Two Trailer
November 16, 2022

In season two, some will seek salvation in response to the tremendous loss they suffered, while others will seek revenge. Michael Desiato (Cranston) has lost the will to live and any semblance of the upstanding judge he once was before the death of his son, Adam. Watch the new video trailer now!

VIDEO: HBO Max Releases SORT OF Original Comedy Series Trailer
VIDEO: HBO Max Releases SORT OF Original Comedy Series Trailer
November 16, 2022

The eight-episode second season of SORT OF is the season of love. Love includes your friends, family, work, romantic love and, most importantly, one’s self-love. Sabi decides that not only are they ready for some uncomplicated romance but they also want everyone to love each other. Watch the new video trailer now!

New Found Glory Announce 'Make The Most Of It' Acoustic Tour
New Found Glory Announce 'Make The Most Of It' Acoustic Tour
November 16, 2022

New Found Glory have announced the Make The Most Of It Acoustic Tour. The tour kicks off in January in St. Louis, MO, and makes stops across the country at unique, primarily seated venues before concluding in March in Miami Beach, FL, with special guest Leanna Firestone making appearances at all dates as well.

Blake Slatkin Nominated for Three Grammy Awards for Work With Lizzo
Blake Slatkin Nominated for Three Grammy Awards for Work With Lizzo
November 16, 2022

Slatkin produced “About Damn Time”—which hit #1 on the Billboard 100 for two weeks—with Ricky Reed. Other notable work this year includes production on Sam Smith and Kim Petras’ #1 hit “Unholy,” with Tate McRae on her debut album i used to think i could fly and with Gracie Abrams on her debut This Is What It Feels Like.

VIDEO: Julie Taymor Brings THE LION KING to THE VIEW
VIDEO: Julie Taymor Brings THE LION KING to THE VIEW
November 16, 2022

Julie Taymor appeared on The View to celebrate 25 years of The Lion King on Broadway. Taymor brought along performers from the Broadway production who demonstrated the puppets used in the show that she desgined, including The Lioness, The Bird Man, and The Cheetah. Watch Taymor discuss the puppets' designs and functions in the video now!

Kim Petras Receives Her First GRAMMY Nomination For #1 Global Smash Hit 'Unholy'
Kim Petras Receives Her First GRAMMY Nomination For #1 Global Smash Hit 'Unholy'
November 16, 2022

Kim Petras has received her first GRAMMY nomination in the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance category for “Unholy” – her #1 global smash hit with Sam Smith, which she also co-wrote. The chart-topping song reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, the Billboard Global 200, the worldwide charts on Spotify and Apple Music, and the UK Official Singles Chart.

Michaela Anne Shares 'Happy Xmas' Holiday EP
Michaela Anne Shares 'Happy Xmas' Holiday EP
November 16, 2022

Michaela Anne unwraps her holiday collection with the release of Happy Xmas, a four-song EP. Recorded at her home studio, the set features beloved holiday classics and traditional songs, including John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s “Happy Xmas (War Is Over),” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” Wham’s “Last Christmas,” and Joni Mitchell’s “River.”

VIDEO: Jessica Chastain Reveals Why She Wanted to Do A DOLL'S HOUSE on Broadway
VIDEO: Jessica Chastain Reveals Why She Wanted to Do A DOLL'S HOUSE on Broadway
November 16, 2022

During an appearance on Live! With Kelly & Ryan, Jessica Chastain discussed her upcoming return to Broadway in 'A Doll's House.' Chastain revealed why she wanted to do the play on Broadway after the West End production was cancelled due to COVID-19. Watch the new video clip from the interview now!

VIDEO: John Kander Discusses the Origins of 'New York, New York'
VIDEO: John Kander Discusses the Origins of 'New York, New York'
November 16, 2022

In a new video preview ahead of New York, New York's premiere on Broadway, John Kander discusses the original song and the process writing it. Kander explains how he and Fred Ebb wrote songs for the film and presented them to Martin Scorsese, Liza Minelli, and Robert DeNiro.

Lucky Daye Announces 'Candydrip (Deluxe)' Album
Lucky Daye Announces 'Candydrip (Deluxe)' Album
November 16, 2022

New Orleans-native & GRAMMY-award winning R&B powerhouse Lucky Daye announces the deluxe version of his critically acclaimed & GRAMMY-nominated sophomore album Candydrip, will be released December 9th via Keep Cool/RCA Records. Daye received five nominations for the 65th annual GRAMMY Awards.

VIDEO: Idina Menzel Sings New DISENCHANTED Song 'Love Power' in Clip
VIDEO: Idina Menzel Sings New DISENCHANTED Song 'Love Power' in Clip
November 16, 2022

Idina Menzel has shared a preview video of 'Love Power,' her new song from Disenchanted. The soundtrack will feature music by 8-time Oscar-winning composer Alan Menken and lyrics by three-time Oscar-winning lyricist Stephen Schwartz, whose work on 'Enchanted' garnered three Academy Award nominations.

VIDEO: Jeremy Pope Discusses Doing THE COLLABORATION In Three Different Iterations on THE TONIGHT SHOW
VIDEO: Jeremy Pope Discusses Doing THE COLLABORATION In Three Different Iterations on THE TONIGHT SHOW
November 16, 2022

Jeremy Pope sat down on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon last night to discuss returning to Broadway in The Collaboration. Pope also told the story of his mother passing out in the audience of his Broadway debut, being nominated for two Tony Awards in one year, and his upcoming film, The Inspection. Watch the interview video below!

Bad Colours Releases Sophomore Album 'Always With U'
Bad Colours Releases Sophomore Album 'Always With U'
November 16, 2022

The London-born, Maryland-raised, Brooklyn-based DJ, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist - aka Ibe Soliman - continues to build on the well-deserved acclaim from his 2021 debut LP, “PINK,” as well as a slew of standalone singles and collaborations with the likes of Shabazz Palaces, Jarv Dee, and Stas THEE Boss.

Lojay Recruits Amapiano Heavyweights for 'Canada'
Lojay Recruits Amapiano Heavyweights for 'Canada'
November 16, 2022

‘Canada’ launches with infectious percussive instrumentation, paving the way for Lojay’s unique voice to lead listeners through a remarkable journey. Merging his melodic vocal perfectly with the Amapiano vibe created by Maphorisa and Kabza De Small’s production, the club-ready heater points towards the dancefloor.



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