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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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Nickel Creek Extend 2023 Headline Tour
Nickel Creek Extend 2023 Headline Tour
March 21, 2023

GRAMMY Award-winning trio, Nickel Creek—mandolinist Chris Thile, violinist Sara Watkins and guitarist Sean Watkins—will continue their extensive headline tour through the fall with newly confirmed shows at Los Angeles’ Theatre at Ace Hotel (two nights), Portland’s Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, St. Paul’s Palace Theatre, and more.

Larry Fleet Extends Headline Tour Into Summer 2023
Larry Fleet Extends Headline Tour Into Summer 2023
March 21, 2023

Adding on to his second headlining tour, road-tested Big Loud Records troubadour Larry Fleet is extending his Larry Fleet Live tour presented by Black Buffalo, tacking on eight new dates nationwide. Fleet's initial stint on the road has already seen sell outs in nine of 11 stops across the South and Midwest.

Vanessa Hudgens to Document her First Trip to the Phillipines in Film Produced by TEN17P
Vanessa Hudgens to Document her First Trip to the Phillipines in Film Produced by TEN17P
March 21, 2023

Actress and entrepreneur Vanessa Hudgens is set to explore her Filipino lineage through starring in an international documentary film produced by TEN17P that will bring her to her mother’s homeland, the Philippines, for the very first time.

Anne Hathaway & Michaela Coel to Lead MOTHER MARY Pop Music Film
Anne Hathaway & Michaela Coel to Lead MOTHER MARY Pop Music Film
March 21, 2023

Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel will star in a new pop music film from A24. The film will feature new original music by Jack Antonoff and Charli XCX, accompanied by a score from Daniel Hart. The film is described as an 'epic pop melodrama' that follows the relationship between a fictional musician (Hathaway) and an iconic fashion designer (Coel). 

Video: Netflix Shares First Look at SWEET TOOTH Season Two
Video: Netflix Shares First Look at SWEET TOOTH Season Two
March 21, 2023

Sweet Tooth stars Christian Convery as Gus, Nonso Anozie as Jepperd, Adeel Akhtar as Dr. Singh, Stefania LaVie Owen as Bear, Dania Ramirez as Aimee Eden, Aliza Vellani as Rani Singh, Naledi Murray as Wendy, Neil Sandilands as General Abbot, Marlon Williams as Johnny Abbot, and more. Watch the video teaser now!

MILKU Shares New Single 'Real Like a Feeling'
MILKU Shares New Single 'Real Like a Feeling'
March 21, 2023

Sydney-based art-pop and indie rising star, Milku, will release his debut EP - You Make Me Feel Beautiful, this Friday but before then he is dropping one more song “Real Like A Feeling” is out now. Produced by Tim Fitz and Dave Hammer, the EP is an homage to Milku’s mid-twenties - replete with embittered anxieties and magical high.

Ida Mae Releases New Single 'When Eden Was My Girl' Featuring Marcus King
Ida Mae Releases New Single 'When Eden Was My Girl' Featuring Marcus King
March 21, 2023

The UK / Nashville duo Ida Mae have shared their new single “When Eden Was My Girl.” Recorded at Triple M Studio in Nashville, the track features the indelible lead guitar work of Marcus King who trades solo runs with Ida Mae guitarist / singer Chris Turpin alongside singer / keyboardist Stephanie Jean.

Rosie O'Donnell Launches New Podcast 'Onward'
Rosie O'Donnell Launches New Podcast 'Onward'
March 21, 2023

O'Donnell moved from standup to television, film and the Broadway stage before finding widespread success as a talk-show host. Upcoming guests to the podcast include Sharon Gless, Jenifer Lewis, Fran Drescher, Ricki Lake, Camryn Manheim, Kathy Griffin, The TikTok Bubbie, Kristin Chenoweth, Dylan Mulvaney and Natasha Lyonne.

Eddie Redmayne to Star In THE DAY OF THE JACKAL Series on Peacock
Eddie Redmayne to Star In THE DAY OF THE JACKAL Series on Peacock
March 21, 2023

Academy, Tony and BAFTA award winning actor Eddie Redmayne (The Good Nurse, Trial of The Chicago Seven and The Theory of Everything) will star in the new original television series The Day of the Jackal in the lead role of the Jackal. Redmayne will also serve as executive producer on the project.

DISNEY100: THE EXHIBITION — MAKING THE MAGIC Special to Air on ABC
DISNEY100: THE EXHIBITION — MAKING THE MAGIC Special to Air on ABC
March 21, 2023

The Walt Disney Archives has opened its vaults to mark 100 historic years of making magic! In honor of this global celebration of a century of Disney storytelling, the ABC Owned Television Stations will present a 30-minute special, “Disney100: The Exhibition — Making the Magic,” hosted by Alicia Vitarelli and TaRhonda Thomas.

Video: Gaten Matarazzo Talks Doing SWEENEY TODD 'Bigger Than Ever' on FALLON
Video: Gaten Matarazzo Talks Doing SWEENEY TODD 'Bigger Than Ever' on FALLON
March 21, 2023

Gaten Matarazzo appeared on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to discuss appearing in the new Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd. The Stranger Things star also discussed why Sweeney Todd is like a 'classic, brilliant, powerful, booming musical that also combines a slasher comedy,' his Broadway debut, and more. Watch the video interview now!

Video: Watch the Trailer For the New British Comedy JACK
Video: Watch the Trailer For the New British Comedy JACK
March 21, 2023

Groucho Arts and Mighty Jack have shared the new poster and trailer for upcoming British comedy, JACK. The film stars Luke Rollason (Extraordinary, Disney+), Angela Sant'Albano, Phil Tomlin, Luis Mottola & Douglas Clarke-Wood. Writer/Directior Pelayo De Lario also voices JACK. Watch the new video trailer now!

Video: BAD CINDERELLA Performs 'It Has to Be Her' & the Title Song on TODAY
Video: BAD CINDERELLA Performs 'It Has to Be Her' & the Title Song on TODAY
March 21, 2023

Linedy Genao and the cast of Bad Cinderella kicked off the TODAY Show's week of Broadway performances this morning to perform 'It Has to Be Her' and the title song. The TODAY Show will also feature performances from Ragtime, Parade, and Shucked. Watch the video of the performance from Andrew Lloyd Webber's latest musical now!

Danielle Brooks Among This Year's New York Women in Film and Television Honorees
Danielle Brooks Among This Year's New York Women in Film and Television Honorees
March 20, 2023

CBS Sunday Morning contributor, comedian, actress, and self-described “Accidental Pundette” Nancy Giles will once again serve as the event’s emcee. David Yurman, America’s foremost luxury jewelry brand, has designed and provided this year’s Muse Award statues for honorees, as well as an exclusive gift for attendees.

Stratton Leopold & Dax Phelan Embark on New Limited Series
Stratton Leopold & Dax Phelan Embark on New Limited Series
March 20, 2023

Veteran producer Stratton Leopold (“Mission: Impossible III”) and writer/producer/director Dax Phelan (“The Other Side of the Wind”) have teamed up to produce an as-yet-untitled limited series based on one of the most daring prison escapes in history.  

Demi Lovato to Release Rock Version of 'Heart Attack' Single
Demi Lovato to Release Rock Version of 'Heart Attack' Single
March 20, 2023

Demi Lovato is releasing the rock version of 'Heart Attack.' Originally released in 2013, the song is the lead single from Lovato's fourth studio album, 'Demi.' Listen to a preview of the new single and pre-save and pre-order it now!

Video: Spadei Release New Music Video 'Shine A Light'
Video: Spadei Release New Music Video 'Shine A Light'
March 20, 2023

Filmed by the dynamic producer Kenny 5 Greenbaum of Majic Robot Films, the video showcases the uplifting composition of strings, percussion, and layered vocals with a fantastic voyage of sights and sounds. For Wally Ingram, Spadei’s drummer, 'Left Right Here plays like a soundtrack accompaniment to the film of one's 'real life' journey.

Photos: Viola Davis & More Attend AIR Premiere at SXSW
Photos: Viola Davis & More Attend AIR Premiere at SXSW
March 20, 2023

In attendance was Director/Star Ben Affleck, Stars Matt Damon, Viola Davis, Jason Bateman, Chris Messina, Chris Tucker, Julius Tennon, Writer Alex Convery, Producers Jeff Robinov, Jason Michael Berman and Executive Producers Jordan Moldo, and Jon Weinbach. Check out photos now!

Captain Planet & Jimena Angel Share New Single 'Pembele'
Captain Planet & Jimena Angel Share New Single 'Pembele'
March 20, 2023

In his latest musical offering, Captain Planet collaborates with Colombian singer Jimena Angel to create a scorching slice of classic Afro Latin funk. The song began during a recent tour in South America where Captain Planet was playing some gigs around Santa Marta & Cartagena. 'Pambelé' is out now and available everywhere you stream music.

Lion Heights Announce New Album 'False Reality'
Lion Heights Announce New Album 'False Reality'
March 20, 2023

False Reality is Lion Heights first LP since their 2017 debut album “Same Situation.” The album was recorded at the band’s Tall Sky Studio in Austin. On previous projects, Lion Heights utilized sampling classic Jamaican records. This new record captures the bands live sound with mostly live instrumentation.



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