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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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Hulu Orders Dan Levy and Ally Pankiw's STANDING BY to Series
Hulu Orders Dan Levy and Ally Pankiw's STANDING BY to Series
December 15, 2022

Hulu has ordered Dan Levy and Ally Pankiw’s “Standing By” to series from 20th Television Animation. The series order is on the heels of several productions from 20th Television Animation for Hulu Originals including “Solar Opposites” (which was just picked up for a fifth season), “Futurama,” and “Koala Man,” which premieres Jan. 9.

Birdman & Juvenile Return as J.A.G. With New Single 'Ali'
Birdman & Juvenile Return as J.A.G. With New Single 'Ali'
December 15, 2022

Kicking off another era in one of the most storied partnerships in rap, GRAMMY® Award-nominated hip-hop legend and Cash Money Records Co-Founder and Co-C.E.O. Birdman and multiplatinum rap icon Juvenile return as J.A.G. with a new single entitled “Ali” met with an accompanying cinematic music video now. 

AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER Soundtrack Out Now
AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER Soundtrack Out Now
December 15, 2022

Featuring music by GRAMMY® Award-winning composer Simon Franglen, the 22-track soundtrack also exclusively includes the original song “Nothing is Lost (You Give Me Strength)” written and performed by The Weeknd, and produced by Swedish House Mafia along with Simon Franglen.

Hulu Original Docuseries THE 1619 PROJECT to Premiere in January
Hulu Original Docuseries THE 1619 PROJECT to Premiere in January
December 15, 2022

“The 1619 Project” an expansion of “The 1619 Project” created by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones and The New York Times Magazine. The episodes — “Democracy,” “Race,” “Music,” “Capitalism,” “Fear” and “Justice” — are adapted from essays from The New York Times' “The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story.' Watch the video teaser now!

POWER BOOK II: GHOST to Premiere in March on STARZ
POWER BOOK II: GHOST to Premiere in March on STARZ
December 15, 2022

Season three of the popular drama series returns with new twists and new turns as the Tariq, Brayden, Monet, and the Tejadas have to Level Up or Get Taken Down. Fresh off the murder of Zeke, everyone is grieving, but they won’t get much time as a new set of problems and questions arise. Watch a teaser trailer video now!

THE CLIMB Featuring Jason Momoa & Chris Sharma to Premiere on HBO Max in January
THE CLIMB Featuring Jason Momoa & Chris Sharma to Premiere on HBO Max in January
December 15, 2022

The series is created by Jason Momoa, through his production company On the Roam, legendary rock climber Chris Sharma, and The Intellectual Property Corporation (IPC). THE CLIMB is a visually-arresting and life-changing adventure that represents the foundations of rock climbing and exploration of the human spirit. Watch the video trailer now!

VIDEO: First Look at ENCANTO AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL Disney+ Concert Film
VIDEO: First Look at ENCANTO AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL Disney+ Concert Film
December 15, 2022

Featuring an introduction by Lin-Manuel Miranda, the concert films stars Stephanie Beatriz (as Mirabel), Jessica Darrow (as Luisa), Diane Guerrero (as Isabela), Adassa (as Dolores), Carolina Gaitán (as Pepa), Mauro Castillo (as Félix), Angie Cepeda (as Julieta) and Olga Merediz (as Abuela Alma), and more. Watch the video trailer now!

OUTLAST New Survival Competition Series Coming to Netflix in 2023
OUTLAST New Survival Competition Series Coming to Netflix in 2023
December 15, 2022

A raw survival competition series where 16 lone wolves must outlast each other in the Alaskan wilderness in an attempt to win 1 million dollars. There is only one rule in this cut throat game: they must be a part of a team to win. This is the first unscripted series from Jason Bateman and Michael Costigan.

Pierce Brosnan to Host HISTORY'S GREATEST HEISTS Series on HISTORY Channel
Pierce Brosnan to Host HISTORY'S GREATEST HEISTS Series on HISTORY Channel
December 15, 2022

Produced by Big Fish Entertainment and Anchor Entertainment, each one-hour episode uncovers the meticulous planning, execution and aftermath behind some of elaborate real-life heists in history including the notorious Lufthansa Heist of New York, the half-billion-dollar Gardner Museum art theft, the Antwerp Belgium Diamond Heist, and others.

Apple TV+ Expands MYTHIC QUEST World With MERE MORTALS Series
Apple TV+ Expands MYTHIC QUEST World With MERE MORTALS Series
December 15, 2022

Apple TV+'s critically hailed, hit comedy series “Mythic Quest” will expand its universe of beloved characters with “Mere Mortals,” a new eight-episode extension series from Ashly Burch, John Howell Harris and Katie McElhenney, with Megan Ganz, Rob McElhenney, David Hornsby and Charlie Day serving as executive producers.

Daisy Edgar-Jones to Play Carole King In BEAUTIFUL Film Adaptation
Daisy Edgar-Jones to Play Carole King In BEAUTIFUL Film Adaptation
December 15, 2022

Daisy Edgar-Jones will be playing Carole King in the film adaptation of Beatiful: the Carole King Musical. The upcoming film will be directed by Academy Award nominee Lisa Cholodenko, who co-wrote the screenplay for the film with Stuart Blumberg. Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman will serve as producers with the stage musical's producer, Paul Blake.

The New Colossus Festival Announces Second Wave of Artists
The New Colossus Festival Announces Second Wave of Artists
December 15, 2022

The New Colossus Festival returns to New York City’s Lower East Side. The New Colossus Festival announces the second wave of artists for its 2023 edition. New additions include Bilk (UK), Demob Happy (UK), Grand Sun (PT), Kamikaze Nurse (CA), Low Island (UK), Yndling (NO) and many more will be converging on New York City's Lower East Side.

VIDEO: Ethel Cain Shares 'Thoroughfare' Performance for VEVO DSCVR
VIDEO: Ethel Cain Shares 'Thoroughfare' Performance for VEVO DSCVR
December 15, 2022

Like the “Nebraska” performance video, “Thoroughfare” is a slow burn. Joined by Colyer, Bryan De Leon, and her humble overalls, Cain sings of cross-country travels and the promise of love at the end of the road. As is the case with many an adventure, it’s not always about the journey or the destination but the strangers you encounter along the way.

STARZ Developing Series With Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson
STARZ Developing Series With Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson
December 15, 2022

Acclaimed writing team Daniel Fajemisin-Duncan and Marlon Smith (“Save Me,” “Run”) have signed on for the project that follows a retired disgraced world champion fighter drawn into the corrupt underbelly of the sport after the disappearance of his childhood best friend and training partner.

Ron Gallo Unveils 'YUCCA VALLEY MARSHALLS' Single
Ron Gallo Unveils 'YUCCA VALLEY MARSHALLS' Single
December 15, 2022

Ron Gallo has released 'YUCCA VALLEY MARSHALLS' the latest single off his blistering, brand new studio album, FOREGROUND MUSIC. With the new song, Gallo reflects on a solo west coast trip. After roaming around Los Angeles by himself, he found that LA can be the loneliest place on the planet if you are an outsider.

Seventeen Vernon to Drop His First Solo Mixtape 'Black Eye'
Seventeen Vernon to Drop His First Solo Mixtape 'Black Eye'
December 15, 2022

An image was posted on SEVENTEEN's official social media channels on December 16, revealing the release date and the title of the mixtape. VERNON is the third member of the 13-piece act to release a mixtape, following HOSHI’s “Spider” in April 2021 and WOOZI’s “Ruby” in January 2022.

Trevor Noah Returns To Host The 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards
Trevor Noah Returns To Host The 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards
December 15, 2022

Emmy Award-winning comedian Trevor Noah will return as master of ceremonies of the 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards, hosting the show for the third consecutive year. Noah will also serve as a producer on the show. Music’s Biggest Night will be broadcast live on the CBS Television Network, and will be available to stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.

Disney+ Renews THE SANTA CLAUSES For Second Season
Disney+ Renews THE SANTA CLAUSES For Second Season
December 15, 2022

Disney+ announced a season two greenlight for the Original series “The Santa Clauses,'' following its first season finale. Disney Legend Tim Allen will executive-produce and continue in the beloved role of Santa/Scott Calvin and Elizabeth Mitchell will reprise her role as Mrs. Claus/Carol from Walt Disney Pictures’ blockbuster franchise.

VIDEO: Netflix Shares 'Revolting Children' Lyric Video From MATILDA THE MUSICAL
VIDEO: Netflix Shares 'Revolting Children' Lyric Video From MATILDA THE MUSICAL
December 15, 2022

Netflix has released a lyric video for 'Revolting Children' from Matilda the Musical. The video features new footage of the film's cast, including Alisha Weir (Matilda), Emma Thompson (Miss Trunchbull), Meesha Garbett (Hortensia), Charlie Hodson-Prior (Bruce Bogtrotter), Lashana Lynch (Miss Honey), and more.

VIDEO: Jeremy Jordan Stars In SPINNING GOLD Film Trailer
VIDEO: Jeremy Jordan Stars In SPINNING GOLD Film Trailer
December 15, 2022

The first trailer for Spinning Gold starring Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan has been released. The film also stars Casey Likes (Almost Famous on Broadway) as Gene Simmons, Tony winner Dan Folger, Tayla Parx (Hairspray) as Donna Summer, and multi-Grammy winner Ledisi as Gladys Knight. Watch the new video trailer now!



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