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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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Interview: Jeremy Jordan, Kimiko Glenn & Amir Talai on Their HAZBIN HOTEL Characters
Interview: Jeremy Jordan, Kimiko Glenn & Amir Talai on Their HAZBIN HOTEL Characters
January 18, 2024

Watch a video of Jeremy Jordan, Kimiko Glenn and Amir Talai reveal their characters on Hazbin Hotel. The trio discusses who they play in the animated series, what they enjoy about voicing characters after their stage experience, and more. 

Video: How Andrew Rannells Gets Josh Gad to Break Character in GUTENBERG!
Video: How Andrew Rannells Gets Josh Gad to Break Character in GUTENBERG!
January 18, 2024

Andrew Rannells sat down with Gayle King on CBS Mornings to discuss her recent 'Broadway debut' as the producer in the show. Rannells also opened up about his friendship with his co-star, Josh Gad, revealing that he tries to get him to break character on stage now after they starred in Book of Mormon together. Watch the video!

SCHMIGADOON! Canceled at Apple TV+ After Season Three Was Written
SCHMIGADOON! Canceled at Apple TV+ After Season Three Was Written
January 18, 2024

Schmigadoon! creator Cinco Paul has revealed that Apple will not be moving forward with a third season of the musical series. Paul said that although the new season was written with 25 songs, Apple would not be moving forward with production. The series featured Aaron Tveit, Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Cumming, and more.

Good Neighbours Release Debut Single 'Home' With Support From Zane Lowe
Good Neighbours Release Debut Single 'Home' With Support From Zane Lowe
January 18, 2024

Listen to the new single and learn about the band. Good Neighbours is a band born out of small towns and spare time. Scott and Oli have neighbouring studios at their building in East London, and first began making music for the project together out of the desire to make something positive and unpolished in a scene where most music felt quite mellow and intimate.

Selena Gomez Joins WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE Revival at Disney Channel With Davie Henrie
Selena Gomez Joins WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE Revival at Disney Channel With Davie Henrie
January 18, 2024

Selena Gomez is set to return as Alex Russo in a Wizards of Waverly Place revival series pilot on Disney Channel. Gomez will guest star in the pilot while the series will revolve around David Henrie – who played her brother, Justin – as a series regular. Also joining the pilot are Janice LeAnn Brown, Alkaio Thiele, and Mimi Gianopulos.

THE COLOR PURPLE, MAESTRO & More Nominated For BAFTA Awards - Full List of Nominees!
THE COLOR PURPLE, MAESTRO & More Nominated For BAFTA Awards - Full List of Nominees!
January 18, 2024

The 2024 BAFTA Award nominations have been announced. Check out the full list of nominations, including Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo, Carey Mulligan, Bradley Cooper, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Wonka, Maestro, and more.

Video: Watch the SUNCOAST Trailer With Laura Linney, Woody Harrelson & More
Video: Watch the SUNCOAST Trailer With Laura Linney, Woody Harrelson & More
January 17, 2024

Inspired by the semi-autobiographical story of a teenager (Nico Parker) who, while caring for her brother along with her audacious mother (Laura Linney), strikes up an unlikely friendship with an eccentric activist (Woody Harrelson) who is protesting one of the most landmark medical cases of all time. Watch the video trailer!

Interview: Watch Erika Henningsen & Stephanie Beatriz Talk HAZBIN HOTEL Musical Series
Interview: Watch Erika Henningsen & Stephanie Beatriz Talk HAZBIN HOTEL Musical Series
January 17, 2024

Erika Henningsen and Stephanie Beatriz discuss their roles on the new adult musical animated series, Hazbin Hotel. Watch a video of them revealing what drew them to the series, combining musical numbers with animation, the differences between voice work and stage acting, and more.

Video: Watch Jacob Elordi Prepare For SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
Video: Watch Jacob Elordi Prepare For SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
January 17, 2024

“SNL” airs Saturday at 11:30pm ET/8:30pm PT on NBC and streams live on Peacock with host Jacob Elordi and musical guest Reneé Rapp. In the video, watch the Saltburn star prepare to take his first steps down the Studio 8H steps in 30 Rock. Watch the video!

Video: Jennifer Lopez Drops Trailer For New Musical Movie Event THIS IS ME...NOW
Video: Jennifer Lopez Drops Trailer For New Musical Movie Event THIS IS ME...NOW
January 17, 2024

Before she stars in the film adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman, Jennifer Lopez is turning her upcoming album into a movie musical. The video, which includes a nod to Singin' in the Rain, reveals that the film will include Ben Affleck, Derek Hough, Jenifer Lewis, Keke Palmer, Trevor Noah, Kim Petras, Sofia Vergara, and more

Video: Apple TV+ Drops THE NEW LOOK Trailer With Glenn Close
Video: Apple TV+ Drops THE NEW LOOK Trailer With Glenn Close
January 17, 2024

Watch the video trailer for The New Look, a historical drama series from Todd A. Kessler, starring Ben Mendelsohn as ‘Christian Dior’ and Academy Award winner Juliette Binoche as ‘Coco Chanel.’ Inspired by true events and filmed exclusively in Paris, “The New Look” centers on fashion designers Christian Dior and Coco Chanel. Watch the video!

Ariana Grande to Release New Album 'Eternal Sunshine' in March
Ariana Grande to Release New Album 'Eternal Sunshine' in March
January 17, 2024

Ariana Grande will release her new album 'Eternal Sunshine' in March. The album announcement follows the release of her new single, 'yes, and?,' on January 12. The lead single was accompanied by a new music video. The Grammy winner is currently back at work, filming the final scenes for the film adaptation of Wicked.

Hear a New Miley Cyrus Song Played at a Louis Vuitton Fashion Show
Hear a New Miley Cyrus Song Played at a Louis Vuitton Fashion Show
January 16, 2024

A new Miley Cyrus song was played at the Louis Vuitton Meanswear show in Paris. The song resembles 'Doctor,' an unreleased song from her acclaimed 2013 album, 'Bangerz.' Multiple fan accounts have stated that the new recording has different lyrics and re-recorded vocals. Listen to the new single now!

Ariana Grande Drops 3 New Versions of 'Yes, And?' Including Her 'Favorite' Version of the Single
Ariana Grande Drops 3 New Versions of 'Yes, And?' Including Her 'Favorite' Version of the Single
January 16, 2024

Ariana Grande has dropped three new versions of her new single, 'yes, and?,' on streaming platforms. The new release includes an extended mix, an instrumental mix, and an instrumental version of the extended mix. Grande revealed in an Instagram Story that the extended mix is her 'favorite version' of the song.

BIG RIVER Film Adaptation in the Works By CHICKEN & BISCUITS Writer Douglas Lyons
BIG RIVER Film Adaptation in the Works By CHICKEN & BISCUITS Writer Douglas Lyons
January 16, 2024

Douglas Lyons, who wrote the 2021 Broadway play Chicken and Biscuits, is adapting Big River into a movie musical. Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn first opened on Broadway in 1985, winning seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. A revival opened in 2003 with a special ASL production.

How to Watch THE COLOR PURPLE at Home With Hours of Bonus Footage
How to Watch THE COLOR PURPLE at Home With Hours of Bonus Footage
January 16, 2024

The digital and physical releases will include hours of bonus features, including a behind the scenes look at turning Alice Walker's novel into a musical. The dozens of features will also have three featurettes with director Blitz Bazawule, producer Orpah Winfrey, the filmmakers and the star-studded cast. Find out how you can watch at home!

Photos: Inside the 75th Emmy Award With Niecy Nash-Betts, Jennifer Coolidge & More
Photos: Inside the 75th Emmy Award With Niecy Nash-Betts, Jennifer Coolidge & More
January 16, 2024

Check out photos from the Emmys red carpet, ceremony, and winners room! Winners included RuPaul Charles, Niecy Nash-Betts, Jennifer Coolidge, Sarah Snook, and more. Check out photos from inside the event, and shots from the red carpet with Hannah Waddingham, Natasha Lyonne, Ayo Edebiri, Jessica Chastain, Amy Poehler, and more.

Mark Ronson Is Ready For a BARBIE Musical: 'I'm Just Waiting For the Call'
Mark Ronson Is Ready For a BARBIE Musical: 'I'm Just Waiting For the Call'
January 16, 2024

Barbie soundtrack producer Mark Ronson is 'absolutely' ready to bring the hit film to the stage. After 'I'm Just Ken' won the Critics Choice Award for Best Original song, Ronson hopped on to the recent speculation about a musical adaptation, saying that he's 'just waiting for the call.'

Why MEAN GIRLS Was Not Marketed as a Musical: 'You Have the Potential to Turn Off Audiences'
Why MEAN GIRLS Was Not Marketed as a Musical: 'You Have the Potential to Turn Off Audiences'
January 16, 2024

After two trailers not featuring music from the film, the new film adaptation of Mean Girls was not explicitly sold to general audiences as a musical. After its triumphant opening at the box office, Variety reports that Paramount elected not to market the film as a musical, in an effort to not 'turn off audiences.'

MEAN GIRLS Tops Weekend Box Office With $32 Million; Surpasses Original Film
MEAN GIRLS Tops Weekend Box Office With $32 Million; Surpasses Original Film
January 16, 2024

Mean Girls led the long weekend box office with a 'grool' $32 million opening. The film seemingly over-performed at cinemas, surpassing its originally predicted opening gross of $30 million. It cost $36 million to make. The movie musical also surpassed the original 2004 film's opening weekend gross. In 2004.






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