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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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Alabama 3 Release Single 'Petronella Says' From New Album 'Step 13'
Alabama 3 Release Single 'Petronella Says' From New Album 'Step 13'
September 22, 2021

Alabama 3 were first launched into the nation’s consciousness for 1997’s inaugural smash ‘Woke Up This Morning’, which served as the theme music for the long-running HBO series ‘The Sopranos’.

VIDEO: Farrah Releases New Video to Accompany 'Night Light' EP
VIDEO: Farrah Releases New Video to Accompany 'Night Light' EP
September 22, 2021

The 'Night Light EP' focuses on themes around mental health, self-acceptance, and stepping out of the comfort zone, and without doing too much, this visual effortlessly goes hand in hand with the project. 

Netflix Acquires Roald Dahl Story Company With Hopes to Expand Universe
Netflix Acquires Roald Dahl Story Company With Hopes to Expand Universe
September 22, 2021

Netflix plans to now expand the Roald Dahl universe across live theatre, animated and live action films and series, books, games, immersive experiences, commercial products, and more.

VIDEO: National Geographic Shares Trailer for HOT ZONE: ANTHRAX With Daniel Die Kim & Tony Goldwyn
VIDEO: National Geographic Shares Trailer for HOT ZONE: ANTHRAX With Daniel Die Kim & Tony Goldwyn
September 21, 2021

In the wake of 9/11 and on the heels of the 20th anniversary of the deadly attacks, National Geographic revealed today the series trailer for the scientific thriller, The Hot Zone: Anthrax. The episodic anthology series, starring Tony Goldwyn and Daniel Dae Kim, will premiere during a three-night event.

Elton John, Jennifer Lopez, Lizzo, & More Set for GLOBAL CITIZENS FESTIVAL Stream on ABC
Elton John, Jennifer Lopez, Lizzo, & More Set for GLOBAL CITIZENS FESTIVAL Stream on ABC
September 21, 2021

Other performances will include Camila Cabello, Billie Eilish, Shawn Mendes, Doja Cat, Kylie Minogue, Adam Lambert, Steve Wonder, Demi Lovato, Chloe x Halle, and more.

Kojey Radical Shares New Single 'War Outside (Feat. Lex Amor)'
Kojey Radical Shares New Single 'War Outside (Feat. Lex Amor)'
September 21, 2021

Radical accurately describes the track as 'space and bass', a concept that will also run through the album. It’s built on a cinematic rap beat that in his own words evokes 'Uma Thurman in a yellow tracksuit about to go and fight the Crazy 88s'.

Rachel Chavkin to Direct New MARVEL Podcast
Rachel Chavkin to Direct New MARVEL Podcast
September 21, 2021

The series stars Stephen Lang as Hawkeye, Sasha Lane as Ash, and features performances by Tracie Thoms, Jess Barbagallo, Michelle Hurd, Bobby Moreno, Joe Morton, and Lea DeLari.

Kathryn Hahn to Star as Joan Rivers in New Limited Series on SHOWTIME
Kathryn Hahn to Star as Joan Rivers in New Limited Series on SHOWTIME
September 21, 2021

Fresh off er Emmy-nominated performance in Wandavision, Kathryn Hahn has landed her next role as Joan Rivers in SHOWTIME's upcoming series, The Comeback Girl.

Lin Manuel Miranda, Rita Moreno, & More to Take Part in Critics Choice's Celebration of Latino Cinema
Lin Manuel Miranda, Rita Moreno, & More to Take Part in Critics Choice's Celebration of Latino Cinema
September 21, 2021

The pair will be joined by Demián Bichir and more additional honorees that are associated with films from 2021. The ceremony is an expansion of Critics Choice's Celebration of Black Cinema.

Jess Chalker Shares New Single 'Stupid Trick' Ahead of Album Release
Jess Chalker Shares New Single 'Stupid Trick' Ahead of Album Release
September 21, 2021

The ‘80s-inspired track from the London-based Australian performer and songwriter features lighthearted, upbeat vibes and lyrics that emote the innocence of young love, like the intense feelings you had as a teenager before learning what love really means.

VIDEO: Netflix Drops Trailer For New Film PASSING
VIDEO: Netflix Drops Trailer For New Film PASSING
September 21, 2021

Written and directed by Rebecca Hall, the film follows the story of two Black women, Irene Redfield (Tessa Thompson) and Clare Kendry (Academy Award nominee Ruth Negga), who can “pass” as white but choose to live on opposite sides of the color line during the height of the Harlem Renaissance in late 1920s New York.

VIDEO: Julianne Moore and Amy Adams Talk 'Parent Perspective' in DEAR EVAN HANSEN Film
VIDEO: Julianne Moore and Amy Adams Talk 'Parent Perspective' in DEAR EVAN HANSEN Film
September 21, 2021

Dear Evan Hansen stars Julianne Moore and Amy Adams open up about how their experiences as parents affected their performances in the new film adaption of Dear Evan Hansen in this new featurette.

Peacock Announces PITCH PERFECT Spinoff Series Starring Adam Devine
Peacock Announces PITCH PERFECT Spinoff Series Starring Adam Devine
September 21, 2021

The series takes place several years after we last saw him in “Pitch Perfect,” when Devine’s Bumper Allen moves to Germany to revive his music career when one of his songs becomes big in Berlin.

Arturo Perez Jr. and Samantha Jayne to Direct MEAN GIRLS Movie Musical
Arturo Perez Jr. and Samantha Jayne to Direct MEAN GIRLS Movie Musical
September 21, 2021

Husband and wife duo Arturo Perez Jr. and Samantha Jayne have been selected to direct the film adaption of Tina Fey's Mean Girls the Musical. 

VIDEO: See Zachary Levi in the Trailer for AMERICAN UNDERDOG
VIDEO: See Zachary Levi in the Trailer for AMERICAN UNDERDOG
September 21, 2021

American Underdog tells the inspirational true story of Kurt Warner (Levi), who went from a stockboy at a grocery store to a two-time NFL MVP, Super Bowl champion, and Hall of Fame quarterback.

VIDEO: First Look at Gwyneth Paltrow's SEX, LOVE & GOOP on Netflix
VIDEO: First Look at Gwyneth Paltrow's SEX, LOVE & GOOP on Netflix
September 21, 2021

Gwyneth Paltrow and the goop team bring us Sex, Love & goop. This series follows courageous couples who, with the help of experts, learn lessons and methods to enhance their relationships through more pleasurable sex and deeper intimacy.

VIDEO: Southern Avenue Shares Music Video for 'Control'
VIDEO: Southern Avenue Shares Music Video for 'Control'
September 21, 2021

On the heels of Southern Avenue’s third studio album, 'BE THE LOVE YOU WANT', the Memphis-based soul, blues, roots and R&B trailblazers are thrilled to share the official music video for their song “Control.”

Stephen Colbert Scores Two New Animated Projects With Comedy Central
Stephen Colbert Scores Two New Animated Projects With Comedy Central
September 21, 2021

Comedy Central has announced the expansion of their partnership with Stephen Colbert. The ViacomCBS Network has announced 'Fairview' and 'Washingtonia', two new animated projects from Colbert.

VIDEO: Watch Chelsea Wolfe Cover 'Woodstock' By Joni Mitchell
VIDEO: Watch Chelsea Wolfe Cover 'Woodstock' By Joni Mitchell
September 21, 2021

Renowned songstress Chelsea Wolfe has revealed two unreleased songs from her Birth of Violence sessions during which she masterfully returned to her folk roots with her stunning spin on Joni Mitchell’s eminent single, “Woodstock” and the never before heard, “Green Altar”.

NEEDTOBREATHE's Rock Music Documentary to Premiere in Theaters
NEEDTOBREATHE's Rock Music Documentary to Premiere in Theaters
September 21, 2021

This intimate documentary chronicles the recording of GRAMMY® Award-nominated rock band NEEDTOBREATHE’s latest album, while quarantined in a historic house-turned-recording studio in remote Tennessee in fall of 2020.






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