Michael Major

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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MOST POPULAR ARTICLES

Video: Watch Glen Hansard on CBS Saturday Morning; New Tour Dates With Pearl Jam
Video: Watch Glen Hansard on CBS Saturday Morning; New Tour Dates With Pearl Jam
March 18, 2024

Watch a video of Glen Hansard on CBS’s Jeff Glor in a wide-ranging interview that covered his new record. ‘All That Was East Is West Of Me Now’ came together after a secret residency in November 2022 at Hansard’s local pub just outside Dublin and was recorded with producer and former Frames member, David Odlum (Sam Smith, Tinariwen).

HELL'S KITCHEN to Perform on THE TONIGHT SHOW This Week
HELL'S KITCHEN to Perform on THE TONIGHT SHOW This Week
March 18, 2024

Hell's Kitchen will be performing on the Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon this week. Alicia Keys and Maleah Joi Moon are set to appear on the Friday, March 22 episode for a special performance from the highly-anticipated musical. The performance will mark the musical's broadcast television debut.

Ariana DeBose, Daveed Diggs & More Set For FRAGGLE ROCK Season 2
Ariana DeBose, Daveed Diggs & More Set For FRAGGLE ROCK Season 2
March 18, 2024

The new season features Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose, Emmy Award winner Brett Goldstein, Emmy Award winner Catherine O’Hara, Tony and Grammy Award winner, Emmy Award nominee Daveed Diggs, Grammy nominee Adam Lambert and K-pop group aespa, and more. Watch the video trailer now!

Dua Lipa Drops New Tour Dates Ahead of 'Radical Optimism' Album
Dua Lipa Drops New Tour Dates Ahead of 'Radical Optimism' Album
March 18, 2024

Dua Lipa is hitting the road again in Germany, Croatia, France, and more! Aside from the recently unveiled tour dates, the 'Training Season' singer is also hitting an extensive lineup of festivals over the summer, including Glastonbury, Mad Cool, NOS Alive, and more. Check out all of the upcoming Dua Lipa concerts here! Find out how to get tickets.

Listen: Hear the GIRLS5EVA Season 3 Soundtrack With Sara Bareilles, Renée Elise Goldsberry & More
Listen: Hear the GIRLS5EVA Season 3 Soundtrack With Sara Bareilles, Renée Elise Goldsberry & More
March 15, 2024

Hot off the Season 3 debut on Netflix, get a first listen to the soundtrack of the new season of Girls5eva with original songs performed by Sara Bareilles, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Paula Pell and Busy Philipps. The final song, 'The Medium Time,' was written by Bareilles and is performed by the four stars of the series.

Original LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Film Reboot in the Works
Original LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Film Reboot in the Works
March 15, 2024

Little Shop of Horrors, the 1960 horror comedy that inspired the hit musical, is being rebooted for a new film. Little Shop of Halloween Horrors will launch a new franchise, led by Joe Dante and Roger Corman. Following the original film, Alan Menken and Howard Ashman's musical adaptation premiered Off-Broadway in 1982, where the revival now runs.

LOVE AFTER LOCKUP to Return to WE tv in April
LOVE AFTER LOCKUP to Return to WE tv in April
March 15, 2024

Love During Lockup reveals the fascinating moments that happen when people look for love and begin relationships with inmates. The captivating docuseries introduces viewers to six couples navigating the challenges of romance in the prison system. Meet the cast and watch the video trailer for the new season now!

Video: Watch Marisha Wallace's Reaction to Olivier Award Nomination on BIG BROTHER
Video: Watch Marisha Wallace's Reaction to Olivier Award Nomination on BIG BROTHER
March 15, 2024

Marisha Wallace faced two big nominations on Celebrity Big Brother. The Guys & Dolls alum was finally notified about her Olivier Award nomination for her performance as Miss Adelaide in the hit revival of the classic musical. Wallace was then tasked with sharing that she would nominate Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu for eviction. Watch videos from the episode!

LOVE DURING LOCKUP Returns For More Episodes in April
LOVE DURING LOCKUP Returns For More Episodes in April
March 15, 2024

Love During Lockup reveals the fascinating moments that happen when people look for love and begin relationships with inmates. The captivating docuseries introduces viewers to six couples navigating the challenges of romance in the prison system. Each person has a unique strategy for finding love behind bars.

Marisha Wallace Informed of Olivier Award Nomination on BIG BROTHER
Marisha Wallace Informed of Olivier Award Nomination on BIG BROTHER
March 14, 2024

Big Brother has reversed its decision and will now inform Marisha Wallace of her Olivier Award nomination. Originally, the Guys & Dolls star would not find out about her Olivier Award nomination until after she leaves the Big Brother house. However, the series has since reversed the decision and Wallace will now find out. Watch a video clip!

Kacey Musgraves Drops New Album: Listen to 'Deeper Well' Now
Kacey Musgraves Drops New Album: Listen to 'Deeper Well' Now
March 15, 2024

Kacey Musgraves is finding her 'Deeper Well' with her new album. Deeper Well is the follow up to Musgraves’ 2021 album star-crossed. While most of the 14 tracks are penned by Musgraves with Fitchuk and Tashian, she is also reunited with Shane McAnally and Josh Osborne for beautifully contemplative track “The Architect.' Listen to the album now!

Photos: New Dua Lipa Wax Figure Debuts at Madame Tussauds Orlando
Photos: New Dua Lipa Wax Figure Debuts at Madame Tussauds Orlando
March 14, 2024

Dua Lipa, is set to mesmerize fans and visitors alike as her new wax figure levitates its way to Madame Tussauds Orlando. Ahead of her upcoming album, Radical Optimism, guests will be immersed into the musical world of one of the most dazzling stars, with the opportunity to step under the disco ball and into the spotlight alongside Dua. See photos!

WICKED Director Jon M. Chu to Drop Memoir on IN THE HEIGHTS & More
WICKED Director Jon M. Chu to Drop Memoir on IN THE HEIGHTS & More
March 14, 2024

Wicked film director Jon M. Chu is releasing his new memoir this summer. Chu worked on the project with Jeremy McCarter, who collaborated with Lin-Manuel Miranda on books like Hamilton: the Revolution and In the Heights: Finding Home.

Judd Apatow to Produce GODSPELL Documentary About Legendary Toronto Production
Judd Apatow to Produce GODSPELL Documentary About Legendary Toronto Production
March 14, 2024

Judd Apatow is producing a new documentary about the making of the star-studded original Toronto production of Godspell. The documentary will follow the original cast, which includes Martin Short, Eugene Levy, Gilda Radner, Victor Garber, Paul Shaffer, Andrea Martin and Dave Thomas.

Da'Vine Joy Randolph Calls For Better Pay For Theatre Artists
Da'Vine Joy Randolph Calls For Better Pay For Theatre Artists
March 14, 2024

Da'Vine Joy Randolph is calling for better pay for theatre artists. The Oscar-winning The Holdovers star looked back at her time in Ghost the Musical and said that she could barely pay her rent while playing a lead in a musical. The Only Murders in the Building star also reveals why she is unsure about returning to Broadway.

Every Surprise Song in Taylor Swift's ERAS TOUR Movie on Disney+
Every Surprise Song in Taylor Swift's ERAS TOUR Movie on Disney+
March 14, 2024

Find out every surprise song included in Taylor Swift's Eras Tour movie coming to Disney+ tonight. 'Taylor's Version' is the concert film in its entirety for the first time, including the song “cardigan” and four additional acoustic songs. Find out the four additional acoustic songs below, as well as how you can watch the movie.

Video: Watch Jennifer Hudson, Raúl Castillo & More in BREATHE Film Trailer
Video: Watch Jennifer Hudson, Raúl Castillo & More in BREATHE Film Trailer
March 13, 2024

Watch the trailer for Breathe, a thriller set in the future. The film stars Jennifer Hudson, Raúl Castillo, Milla Jovovich, Quvenzhané Wallis, Common, and Sam Worthington. After Earth is left uninhabitable due to lack of oxygen, a mother Maya (Hudson) and her daughter Zora (Wallis) are forced to live underground. Watch the video trailer now!

Video: Watch Grant Gustin & Isabelle McCalla Perform 'Wild' From WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
Video: Watch Grant Gustin & Isabelle McCalla Perform 'Wild' From WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
March 13, 2024

Grant Gustin and Isabelle Mccalla appeared on GMA3: What You Need to Know this afternoon to perform 'Wild' from Water For Elephants. Watch the video now! The performance followed their appearance on Good Morning America, where Gustin and Paul Alexander Nolan performed 'The Lion Has Got No Teeth.'

Ryan Gosling to Host SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Next Month
Ryan Gosling to Host SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Next Month
March 13, 2024

Ramy Youssef will host “SNL” for the first time on March 30. Travis Scott will perform as musical guest for the second time. Kristen Wiig will return to Studio 8H to host “SNL” for the fifth time on April 6. Raye will make her first appearance as musical guest. Ryan Gosling will make his third appearance as host on April 13 with Chris Stapleton.

Dua Lipa to Drop New Album in May: Pre-Order 'Radical Optimism' Now
Dua Lipa to Drop New Album in May: Pre-Order 'Radical Optimism' Now
March 13, 2024

3x GRAMMY and 7x BRIT Award-winning global pop powerhouse Dua Lipa will release her highly-anticipated third album, Radical Optimism. Dua worked with a team of core collaborators throughout the project including Caroline Ailin, Danny L. Harle, Tobias Jesso Jr. and Kevin Parker. Pre-order the album here!



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