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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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Charli XCX to Drop New Single on Thursday: Get a First Look at 'Von Dutch'
Charli XCX to Drop New Single on Thursday: Get a First Look at 'Von Dutch'
February 26, 2024

Charli XCX is dropping her new single on Thursday. The track is off her new album, which she has described as a 'club record' that she can't wait to play around the world. 'Von Dutch,' the highly-anticipated lead single from the album, is slated to drop with a new music video. Preview the new song now!

Video: Watch Deborah Cox Perform 'Believe In Yourself' From THE WIZ on THE TALK
Video: Watch Deborah Cox Perform 'Believe In Yourself' From THE WIZ on THE TALK
February 26, 2024

As The Wiz lands in Los Angeles prior to its Broadway run, Deborah Cox appeared on The Talk to perform 'Believe in Yourself' from the hit musical. Cox plays Glinda the Good Witch in the 13-city tour of The Wiz. Watch the video of her performance now!

Video: Watch Barbra Streisand's Life Achievement Award Acceptance Speech at the SAG Awards
Video: Watch Barbra Streisand's Life Achievement Award Acceptance Speech at the SAG Awards
February 26, 2024

Barbra Streisand accepted her Life Achievement Award at the 30th Annual SAG Awards on Saturday. The musical legend accepted the honor on the same stage she had her very first solo concert on in 1963. Following a lenghty standing ovation, Streisand delivered a nearly seven minute speech to accept the award. Watch the video!

Video: Watch Jordan Fisher & Ani DiFranco Perform From HADESTOWN on TAMRON HALL
Video: Watch Jordan Fisher & Ani DiFranco Perform From HADESTOWN on TAMRON HALL
February 23, 2024

Grammy-Award winner Ani DiFranco and Broadway sensation Jordan Fisher joined “Tamron Hall” to discuss starring in the hit Broadway musical, “Hadestown.”  The duo also performed stripped-back versions of 'Flowers' and 'Our Lady of the Underground' with the Hadestown band. Watch videos from the episode now!

Miley Cyrus to Release 'Doctor (Work It Out)' Single With Pharrell Soon
Miley Cyrus to Release 'Doctor (Work It Out)' Single With Pharrell Soon
February 23, 2024

Following Miley Cyrus' first GRAMMY wins earlier this month, Pharrell took to instagram to tease a new song called 'Doctor (Work It Out),' which is speculated to be a cut song from Cyrus' seminal 2013 album, 'Bangerz.' Watch the video and get a first listen to Miley Cyrus' new single now!

Video: Aaron Tveit Details SWEENEY TODD Barber Chair Mishap
Video: Aaron Tveit Details SWEENEY TODD Barber Chair Mishap
February 23, 2024

What happens when the iconic barber chair in Sweeney Todd doesn't work? Aaron Tveit found out last week. A couple performances into his run as the Demon Barber of Fleet Street, Tveit said that the gag where a body is slides down on a chute did not work due to an onstage mishap. Watch the clip now!

Kamala Harris to Join Sherri Shepherd on SHERRI
Kamala Harris to Join Sherri Shepherd on SHERRI
February 23, 2024

Talk show host Sherri Shepherd welcomes Vice President Kamala Harris for the FULL EPISODE for an engaging and personal interview about the Vice President’s life experiences, highlighting her unique journey to becoming the first woman, the first Black American, and the first South Asian American to be elected Vice President of the United States.

Andrea Bocelli and Virginia Bocelli Release 'Dare To Be'
Andrea Bocelli and Virginia Bocelli Release 'Dare To Be'
February 23, 2024

Iconic Tenor Andrea Bocelli and his daughter, rising star, Virginia Bocelli have released the duet “Dare To Be” (From The Motion Picture Cabrini), an original song written for the end credits of the upcoming Angel Studios film Cabrini. The film also features Virginia Bocelli’s remarkable acting debut.

Justin Timberlake Drops New Track 'Drown' & UK Leg of Tour
Justin Timberlake Drops New Track 'Drown' & UK Leg of Tour
February 23, 2024

Justin Timberlake releases his new track “Drown.” Written by Timberlake, Louis Bell (Taylor Swift, Post Malone), Henry Walter, Amy Allen, Kenyon Dixon and produced by Louis Bell, Cirkut (Maroon 5, The Weeknd).  Justin Timberlake also announced the long awaited European and UK leg of his momentous The Forget Tomorrow World Tour.

Taylor Swift Announces New Song 'The Albatross'
Taylor Swift Announces New Song 'The Albatross'
February 23, 2024

Taylor Swift is adding another new song to her upcoming album. 'The Albatross' bonus song be featured on the third variation of the album. 'The Manuscript' was the first bonus edition announced. A new album cover for the alternate edition, lensed by Beth Garrabrant, was also revealed.

Med Hondo's Musical WEST INDIES: THE FUGITIVE SLAVES OF LIBERTY Will Screen at the Film Forum
Med Hondo's Musical WEST INDIES: THE FUGITIVE SLAVES OF LIBERTY Will Screen at the Film Forum
February 22, 2024

Med Hondo’s cinematic odyssey WEST INDIES: THE FUGITIVE SLAVES OF LIBERTY (1979) will run at Film Forum in a new 4K restoration. Adapted from Daniel Boukman’s Les Négriers (The Slavers), a play which Hondo directed in Paris in the early 70s, WEST INDIES: THE FUGITIVE SLAVES OF LIBERTY tells the story of French imperialism as a musical extravaganza.

Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF MIAMI Season 6 Reunion Trailer
Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF MIAMI Season 6 Reunion Trailer
February 22, 2024

Host Andy Cohen sits down with Guerdy Abraira, Lisa Hochstein, Julia Lemigova, Dr. Nicole Martin, Alexia Nepola, Larsa Pippen and friends Kiki Barth, Adriana de Moura and Marysol Patton to discuss this season’s biggest moments.  Watch the video now!

Carlos Niño, Surya Botofasina, & Adam Rudolph Share New EP
Carlos Niño, Surya Botofasina, & Adam Rudolph Share New EP
February 22, 2024

The first set of that night featured Niño in trio with keyboardist Surya Botofasina and percussionist Adam Rudolph, as the three musicians immersed the sold out crowd in a soul tribe invitational – calling forth their generational inner illuminations through each element of sound and song, spontaneously composing the music.

Jennifer Aniston to Present Barbra Streisand With SAG Life Achievement Award; Full List of Presenters Announced
Jennifer Aniston to Present Barbra Streisand With SAG Life Achievement Award; Full List of Presenters Announced
February 22, 2024

Jennifer Aniston will present Barbra Streisand with the 59th SAG Life Achievement Award. A Devil Wears Prada reunion is also in the works with Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt presenting together. Check out the full list, also including Idris Elba, Billie Eilish, Colman Domingo, Glen Powell and more.

Video: Peacock & Sky Release THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ Trailer with Melanie Lynskey, Harvey Keitel, & Jonah Hauer-King
Video: Peacock & Sky Release THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ Trailer with Melanie Lynskey, Harvey Keitel, & Jonah Hauer-King
February 22, 2024

This teaser trailer shows an older Lali (Harvey Keitel) retelling his experiences of Auschwitz to Heather Morris (Melanie Lynskey) as we journey with him through his memories of that time. In the teaser trailer, we also see younger Lali (Jonah Hauer-King) as he meets and falls in love with Gita (Anna Próchniak). Watch the video trailer now!

DEAR ENGLAND Stage Play Set For BBC Series; Joseph Fiennes to Reprise Role in James Graham's Adaptation
DEAR ENGLAND Stage Play Set For BBC Series; Joseph Fiennes to Reprise Role in James Graham's Adaptation
February 21, 2024

The BBC has commissioned Dear England, a new drama series adapted from James Graham’s (Sherwood, The Way, Quiz) hit National Theatre play. Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid’s Tale, Shakespeare in Love) will star as Gareth Southgate. Rupert Goold (Judy, King Charles III, The Hollow Crown), who directed Dear England on stage, will direct the series.

Video: Watch Taylor Swift Play Maria in THE SOUND OF MUSIC in Resurfaced Footage
Video: Watch Taylor Swift Play Maria in THE SOUND OF MUSIC in Resurfaced Footage
February 21, 2024

After photos of the Taylor Swift playing Sandy in Grease surfaced earlier this year, new videos of the GRAMMY-winner playing Maria in a youth production of The Sound of Music is gaining traction on TikTok. Swift played the role in a childrens production at Berks Youth Theatre Academy, where she also played Kim McAfee in Bye, Bye Birdie.

Normani Announces Long-Awaited Album 'Dopamine'
Normani Announces Long-Awaited Album 'Dopamine'
February 21, 2024

Normani has announced her long-awaited debut solo album. After clearing her social media yesterday, the former Fifth Harmony member took to Instagram to share a photo of the album cover, captioning the post: 'cryingg typing this rn. DOPAMINE THE ALBUM.' Pre-save the album now!

Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF BEVERLY HILLS Season 13 Reunion Trailer
Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF BEVERLY HILLS Season 13 Reunion Trailer
February 21, 2024

Housewives Garcelle Beauvais, Erika Jayne, Dorit Kemsley, Crystal Kung Minkoff, Kyle Richards, and Sutton Stracke reunite to hash out the biggest topics of season 13. Also featuring Kathy Hilton, they discuss Richards' marriage to Mauricio Umansky and speculated relationship with Morgan Wade. Stracke deals with a medical emergency Watch the video!

Jenna Ortega Plays Lydia Deetz's Daughter in BEETLEJUICE 2; Confirms More Details About the Sequel
Jenna Ortega Plays Lydia Deetz's Daughter in BEETLEJUICE 2; Confirms More Details About the Sequel
February 21, 2024

Jenna Ortega has confirmed that she will be playing Lydia Deetz's daughter in Beetlejuice 2. The Wednesday star gave more insight into her role as Winona Ryder's daughter, Astrid, in the upcoming film. Ortega went on the explain the complicated dynamic between Astrif and Lydia in the upcoming film, which is titled 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.'



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