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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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MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL to Return to Theaters For 48 ½ Year Anniversary
MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL to Return to Theaters For 48 ½ Year Anniversary
October 17, 2023

This cinematic event kicks off in over 500 theatre locations nationwide on Sunday, December 3rd with encore screenings beginning on Wednesday, December 6th. Select theatre locations will also be offering a Quote-A-long version of the film for audiences to experience the joy in sharing together, as you quote your favorite lines with the characters.

Video: Devon Gilfillian Shares New 'Love You Anyway' Music Video
Video: Devon Gilfillian Shares New 'Love You Anyway' Music Video
October 17, 2023

Breakout soul artist Devon Gilfillian has shared the official music video for his latest single, “Love You Anyway,” the title track from his “must-hear sophomore album” (The Tennessean), released earlier this year via Fantasy. The new video begins by asking “What changes do you want to see in the world?” before Gilfillian delivers the song.

Better Joy Release Debut Single 'Hard To Love'
Better Joy Release Debut Single 'Hard To Love'
October 17, 2023

Fronted and created by Bria Keely and completed by her band, Better Joy’s alternative pop sound is a deft fusion of the classic and the contemporary. Boldly experimenting between opposites, such as deep lyrics combined with forthrightly simple melodies, and sheer vulnerability matched with innate steeliness.

Video: Watch THE CHOSEN Season Four Teaser; Full Season to Be Released In Theaters
Video: Watch THE CHOSEN Season Four Teaser; Full Season to Be Released In Theaters
October 17, 2023

The Chosen, the groundbreaking historical drama that has become one of the most-watched shows in the world, announced its Season 4 theatrical release plan to more than 3,500 avid fans Sunday night in Dallas, TX at “The Chosen Insiders Conference” and another several thousand attending virtually. Watch the video trailer now!

NBC Sports Launches Streaming Service For Youth & Amateur Sports
NBC Sports Launches Streaming Service For Youth & Amateur Sports
October 17, 2023

Created on the foundation built by NBC Sports, which connects fans around the world to the moments in sports that matter most, SportsEngine Play will enable organizations, leagues, coaches and parents to unite teams, families and young athletes around the sports they love like never before.

Sondre Lerche Covers Taylor Swift's 'Anti-Hero' from Surprise Album; Hear the Norwegian MOULIN ROUGE! Star Sing the 'Midnights' Single
Sondre Lerche Covers Taylor Swift's 'Anti-Hero' from Surprise Album; Hear the Norwegian MOULIN ROUGE! Star Sing the 'Midnights' Single
October 17, 2023

The 10-track album features a compilation of the yearly covers Lerche has released every Christmas over the past decade, including songs by Taylor Swift, Bob Dylan, Doja Cat, Drake, and Ariana Grande. Since August of this year, Lerche has been cast in the lead role as Christian in the Norwegian production of Broadway’s Moulin Rouge! The Musical.

Video: Watch THE SANTA CLAUSES Season Two Trailer From Disney+
Video: Watch THE SANTA CLAUSES Season Two Trailer From Disney+
October 17, 2023

Tim Allen will executive produce and reprise the role of Santa/Scott Calvin, season two also stars Elizabeth Mitchell as Mrs. Claus/Carol, Austin Kane as Cal Calvin Claus, Elizabeth Allen-Dick as Sandra Calvin Claus, Devin Bright as Noel, Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias as Kris Kringle and Eric Stonestreet as Magnus Antas, The Mad Santa. Watch the video!

OPPENHEIMER Sets 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & Digital Release
OPPENHEIMER Sets 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & Digital Release
October 17, 2023

From writer and director Christopher Nolan comes the cinematic masterpiece. This 70+ minute piece showcases exclusive behind-the-scenes footage and extensive interviews with Nolan and his creative collaborators, offering unrestricted access inside the process, performances, effects, music and artistry responsible for this extraordinary film.

Video: Watch the Trailer for Jonathan Glazer's THE ZONE OF INTEREST
Video: Watch the Trailer for Jonathan Glazer's THE ZONE OF INTEREST
October 17, 2023

Watch the official first video trailer for Jonathan Glazer's THE ZONE OF INTEREST, starring Christian Friedel and Sandra Hüller. The film follows the commandant of Auschwitz, Rudolf Höss, and his wife Hedwig, as they strive to build a dream life for their family in a house and garden next to the camp.

Joanna Merlin, Original FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Star, Dies at 92
Joanna Merlin, Original FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Star, Dies at 92
October 16, 2023

Merlin was the original Tzeitel in Fiddler on the Roof on Broadway. Merlin cast several Stephen Sondheim musicals, including Sweeney Todd, Into the Woods, Merrily We Roll Along, Company, Follies, A Little Night Music, and Pacific Overtures. She also cast Evita and On the Twentieth Century. She was seen on screen in Fame and Law & Order.

Awkwafina, Angela Bassett & Jeremy Renner to Narrate National Geographic's Upcoming Natural History Series
Awkwafina, Angela Bassett & Jeremy Renner to Narrate National Geographic's Upcoming Natural History Series
October 16, 2023

Awkwafina (“The Little Mermaid,” “Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens”) will narrate for the National Geographic Disney+ Original A REAL BUG’S LIFE; Angela Bassett (“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” “The Flood,” “Good Night Oppy”) executive produces and narrates for QUEENS; and Jeremy Renner (“Avengers,” “Rennervations”) for INCREDIBLE ANIMAL JOURNEYS.

Chris Stapleton Drops New Song 'It Takes a Woman'
Chris Stapleton Drops New Song 'It Takes a Woman'
October 16, 2023

Written by Stapleton, Ronnie Bowman and Jerry Salley,  the song was produced by Dave Cobb, Morgane Stapleton and Chris Stapleton, Higher was recorded at Nashville’s RCA Studio A and showcases his supernatural voice and musical versatility across 14 songs that defy genre.

The Sleeping Souls Share New Single 'Weathering The Storm'
The Sleeping Souls Share New Single 'Weathering The Storm'
October 16, 2023

THE SLEEPING SOULS - have shared “Weathering The Storm”, the latest single to be plucked from their debut album ‘Just Before The World Starts Burning.’ The new single follows the recent announcement of the band’s first ever headline UK tour - with shows in Glasgow, Nottingham, Manchester, Bristol, and London all on sale now

Video: Watch Pentatonix & Jennifer Hudson Perform 'How Great Thou Art'
Video: Watch Pentatonix & Jennifer Hudson Perform 'How Great Thou Art'
October 16, 2023

Pentatonix tells Jennifer about their busy year as they joke that they were only allowed one night off to enjoy Scott Hoying’s extravagant wedding. The singers group reveals why they loved taking part in “The Masked Singer.' Watch a video of their show-stopping rendition of “How Great Thou Art.”

UNFRIENDED Social Media Horror Film Now Playing on the Criterion Channel
UNFRIENDED Social Media Horror Film Now Playing on the Criterion Channel
October 16, 2023

A first-person exploration of the terror that can emerge when our connected experiences transform into our deadliest fears, the film unfolds on a teenager’s computer screen as she and her friends are stalked by an unseen figure who seeks vengeance for a shaming video that led a classmate to kill herself a year earlier.

Ben Affleck's AIR to Receive the Gotham Awards' Visionary Icon & Creator Tribute
Ben Affleck's AIR to Receive the Gotham Awards' Visionary Icon & Creator Tribute
October 16, 2023

The Gotham Film & Media Institute announced that AIR, the Amazon MGM Studios sports dramedy directed by Academy Award winning filmmaker Ben Affleck, will receive The Gotham Visionary Icon & Creator Tribute at the 33rd annual Gotham Awards Ceremony. Nominees for the Gotham Awards will be announced on Tuesday, October 24th. 

AKON Embarks on Forthcoming 'Superfan' Tour; Announces New Album
AKON Embarks on Forthcoming 'Superfan' Tour; Announces New Album
October 16, 2023

Collaborating with music icons such as Michael Jackson, Lady Gaga, Gwen Stefani, Lil Wayne, and Eminem, he has amassed a remarkable 300 guest appearances, in addition to his own chart-topping tracks. Globally, he has sold over 35 million albums, amassed 25 million monthly listeners on Spotify and earned five Grammy Award nominations.

Mightmare Releases New Single 'Killer Killer'
Mightmare Releases New Single 'Killer Killer'
October 16, 2023

Indie-rock group Mightmare releases their new single“Killer Killer,” the band’s second release since their 2022 Kill Rock Stars debut Cruel Liars. Written and produced by bandleader River Shook, “Killer Killer” sets fire to the darkest parts of ourselves with a moody, driving beat and grungy electric guitars. 

Olivia Lunny Releases 'Heartbreak on Repeat' EP
Olivia Lunny Releases 'Heartbreak on Repeat' EP
October 16, 2023

Canadian singer-songwriter and rising superstar Olivia Lunny has released her brand-new EP, HEARTBREAK ON REPEAT (Infinity & Recordings / UMG Music Canada), a truly versatile collection of emotional yet edgy pop hits which will be on repeat for the heartbroken, those looking to dance, and everyone in between. 

Barry Manilow Sets Five Nights at Radio City Music Hall
Barry Manilow Sets Five Nights at Radio City Music Hall
October 16, 2023

Barry Manilow - GRAMMY, Tony, and Emmy Award-winning music icon whose success is a benchmark in popular music will perform an array of his hit songs, including “Mandy,” “I Write the Songs,” “Looks Like We Made It,” “Can't Smile Without You,” and “Copacabana (At the Copa).” Barry Manilow is one of the world's all-time best selling recording artists.



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