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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

Favorite Stories

Interview: Reneé Rapp Wants to EGOT - After seeing her breakthrough performance in Mean Girls on Broadway, I've been loving Reneé Rapp's debut album, "Snow Angel." It was so exciting to chat with her about launching her solo music career and how her experience on Broadway helped her get there.
Exclusive: How THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW Will Spotlight Broadway After Moving to New York City - After attending a taping of The Kelly Clarkson Show at 30 Rock, I got to combine two of my favorite things (pop music and Broadway) to share how Kelly Clarkson's talk show will be spotlighting Broadway now that it is in New York City.
Interview: Katy Perry Is Ready to PLAY With New Las Vegas Residency - Continuing my love of combining Broadway and pop music, I sat down with Katy Perry to discuss her spectacular Las Vegas residency, her soon-to-be-released sixth album, and if she would ever come to Broadway.
Sara Bareilles Is Working on a New Musical - As a huge fan of her musical Waitress, it was very exciting that Sara Bareilles exclusively revealed to me that she was working on a new musical.
Interview: Julia Lester on Returning to HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL Following Her INTO THE WOODS Tony Nomination - After first interviewing her in 2020 for the second season of High School Musical: the Series, it was a great time sitting down with Julia Lester to discuss all of her success since then, including her Tony nomination for Into the Woods and starring in the Off-Broadway revival of I Can Get It For You Wholesale.

Nessa Barrett Drops Personal New Single 'Lie'

June 23, 2023

Pop sensation Nessa Barrett releases her emotional new single “lie.

Diplo Unveils New Thomas Wesley Track 'Without You' Feat. Elle King

June 23, 2023

Diplo debuts a new song from his country persona Thomas Wesley, “Without You,” featuring acclaimed vocalist Elle King.

Albert Hammond Jr Drops New Solo Album 'Melodies on Hiatus'

June 23, 2023

Melodies On Hiatus, the highly-anticipated new solo album from Albert Hammond Jr—globally renowned guitarist, singer-songwriter and founding member of the Grammy Award-winning band The Strokes—is out now via Red Bull Records.

Brad Paisley Releases New Song 'So Many Summers'

June 23, 2023

Country music superstar Brad Paisley is premiering a new song across all digital platforms, “So Many Summers.

Big Freedia Releases 'Central City' Album

June 23, 2023

This long-awaited album features an all-star lineup of guest artists, including Lil Wayne, Faith Evans, Ciara, Kelly Price, Boyfriend, Kamaiyah, Sonyae, and The Soul Rebels.

Kelly Clarkson Drops 'Chemistry' Album

June 23, 2023

GRAMMY Award-winning global superstar Kelly Clarkson has released her new studio album, 'chemistry.

Bebe Rexha Joins Loud Luxury & Two Friends on 'If Only I'

June 23, 2023

Diamond and multi-platinum selling dance music duo Loud Luxury and acclaimed producer/DJ duo Two Friends release their collaborative single, “If Only I” with award-winning pop singer Bebe Rexha.

Cher Releases Rare Remix of 'One by One (Jr's Pride Mix)'

June 23, 2023

The It's A Man's World special deluxe limited-edition vinyl box set features a remastered version of the original 14-track UK album on 2 LPs, as well as a newly compiled double LP containing 11 rare remixes.

The Chainsmokers Release New Song 'See You Again' With Illenium Feat. Carlie Hanson

June 23, 2023

Grammy® Award-winning and chart-topping artist/producer duo The Chainsmokers have joined forces with ILLENIUM & Carlie Hanson on their new collaboration, “See You Again,” out now via RCA Records.

Micky James Releases New Single 'Loner Of The Year'

June 23, 2023

NYC by way of Philly artist MICKY JAMES releases his brand new single 'Loner Of The Year' via Shelter/BMG.

Gwen Stefani Drops First Solo Single In Two Years 'True Babe'

June 23, 2023

Stefani, a three-time Grammy Award winner, has achieved global success as a performer, songwriter, frontwoman for iconic band No Doubt, and multi-platinum solo artist.

Interview: Andrew Barth Feldman on How His NO HARD FEELINGS Character Relates to DEAR EVAN HANSEN

June 28, 2023

Andrew Barth Feldman is taking over the big screen this summer, starring in No Hard Feelings alongside Jennifer Lawrence.

Kim Petras Releases Debut Album 'Feed The Beast'

June 23, 2023

GRAMMY-winning international pop sensation and critically acclaimed songwriter Kim Petras has released her highly anticipated debut album Feed The Beast via Republic Records/Amigo Records.

Keith Collins, Doug Bollinger, Gervase Peterson, Sarah Osman & Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal Star In New Thriller Series SCRAWL

June 23, 2023

Filming has started for the haunting new series from the minds of the filmmakers behind the award-winning indie thriller, The Samaritans, Doug Bollinger (Waltzing Anna, Mail Order Bride), Keith Collins (The Evangelist), and Cory Green (The Jersey Devil).

Kelly Clarkson Says Broadway Is One of the 'Main Reasons' She's Moving to New York City

June 22, 2023

Last month, Clarkson revealed that she was writing a Broadway musical.

Video: Watch Lea Michele & Darren Criss Bring Back a GLEE Cover in CARPOOL KARAOKE

June 22, 2023

Lea Michele and Darren Criss reunite in an episode of Carpool Karaoke, where Gleeks get the moment they have been waiting for: Lea and Darren reuniting to belt out Broadway showstoppers.

10 Musicals & Plays to Stream This Weekend For Pride

June 23, 2023

PrideFrom Kinky Boots to Rent, many musicals and plays with LGBTQIA+ representation are available to stream this weekend to celebrate Pride Month.

MusiCares Launches Humans Of Hip Hop In Partnership With Vivid Seats

June 22, 2023

The program is directed at providing resources tailored to the needs of the hip hop community nationwide with an initial focus in eight key cities including Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles/Compton, New York, Oakland, Philadelphia, and Washington D.

The Offspring Announce Brand New Podcast 'Time To Relax With The Offspring'

June 22, 2023

The podcast features Dexter and Noodles alongside their longtime friend Jason “Blackball” McLean (from “You’ve Gotta Keep ‘Em Separated”).

Video: Netflix Debuts HACK MY HOME Series Trailer

June 22, 2023

Jam packed with aspirational and jaw-dropping transformations, Netflix’s newest home renovation series HACK MY HOME features Mikel Welch on Design, Brooks Atwood on Innovation, Ati Williams on Construction and Jessica Banks on Engineering.

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