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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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Broadway Social Weekly Roundup: ROCKY HORROR, Jeremy Jordan & More
Broadway Social Weekly Roundup: ROCKY HORROR, Jeremy Jordan & More
April 24, 2026

Celebrate the weekend with a recap in the biggest social media events on Broadway this week. From the opening night of The Rocky Horror Show to Jeremy Jordan's debut in Just In Time, check out some social media videos that you may have missed!

Claybourne Elder Details COMPANY Understudy Shortages During Covid
Claybourne Elder Details COMPANY Understudy Shortages During Covid
April 24, 2026

Claybourne Elder has revealed that he has made the decision to step away from performing on Broadway as his son grows up, previously turning down a Broadway prodcution after an experience while performing in Company on Broadway.

Photo: Original MOULIN ROUGE! 'Zidler' Danny Burstein Meets Megan Thee Stallion
Photo: Original MOULIN ROUGE! 'Zidler' Danny Burstein Meets Megan Thee Stallion
April 24, 2026

It was a meeting of the Zidlers backstage at Moulin Rouge! The Musical! The productions original 'Harold Zidler' Danny Burstein went to see Grammy-winner Megan Thee Stallion in the role on Broadway. See a photo!

Mark Ballas Returns to CHICAGO on Broadway After Illness: 'Great to Be Back'
Mark Ballas Returns to CHICAGO on Broadway After Illness: 'Great to Be Back'
April 24, 2026

Mark Ballas has made his return to Chicago on Broadway after facing an illness that kept him out of performances. The Dancing With the Stars pro took to his Instagram Story to thank audiences for their support after he was cleared to resume.

Stage Mag Spotlight: Smithtown Performing Arts Center's JAGGED LITTLE PILL
Stage Mag Spotlight: Smithtown Performing Arts Center's JAGGED LITTLE PILL
April 24, 2026

This week's Stage Mag Spotlight is on Smithtown Performing Arts Center's production of Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical. Stage Mag is BroadwayWorld's service for easily creating modern, fully interactive show programs.

Video: Nygel D. Robinson Sings 'A Dios' in MEXODUS
Video: Nygel D. Robinson Sings 'A Dios' in MEXODUS
April 22, 2026

Nygel D. Robinson stuns the audience at Mexodus every night by ending the show with 'A Dios.' Mexodus has shared a first look at the musical's co-creator belting out the song at the Daryl Roth Theatre, where it just extended through Sunday, June 14. 

Josh Groban Engaged to Natalie McQueen After Disneyland Proposal
Josh Groban Engaged to Natalie McQueen After Disneyland Proposal
April 22, 2026

Josh Groban has shared photos form his engagement to Natalie McQueen. The couple, who first announced their relationship in 2023, took to Instagram to share the news after Groban proposed in Disneyland.

Video: Taylor Louderman Sings 'World Burn' From MEAN GIRLS at Nashville Concert
Video: Taylor Louderman Sings 'World Burn' From MEAN GIRLS at Nashville Concert
April 22, 2026

Watch a video of Taylor Louderman singing 'World Burn' at a concert in Nashville on Saturday. The Mean Girls the Musical alum performed the powerhouse song at Off Broadway: That's So High School at Hutton Hotel.

Charlize Theron Says Timothée Chalamet Can Be Replaced By AI
Charlize Theron Says Timothée Chalamet Can Be Replaced By AI
April 21, 2026

Charlize Theron has branded Timothée Chalamet's recent remarks on ballet and opera as 'very reckless.' In a New York Times interview, she stated that AI will be able to do Chalamet's job in 10 years, but nothing can replace ballet and opera.

Mark Ballas Exits CHICAGO Mid-Performance Due to Illness: 'I Am Devastated'
Mark Ballas Exits CHICAGO Mid-Performance Due to Illness: 'I Am Devastated'
April 21, 2026

Mark Ballas was forced to step out of Monday's performance of Chicago on Broadway mid-show due to illness. After missing performances over the weekend due to illness, Ballas that after trying to return for act one, he apologized for having to leave.

Video: Isa Briones & Jeremy Jordan Record 'First Real Love' from JUST IN TIME
Video: Isa Briones & Jeremy Jordan Record 'First Real Love' from JUST IN TIME
April 17, 2026

Just In Time on Broadway has released new video footage of Isa Briones and Jeremy Jordan recording 'First Real Love' before they hit the stage together. Jordan will be joining Briones as 'Bobby Darin' on Tuesday.

Stage Mag Spotlight: Osbourn Theatre's MAMMA MIA!
Stage Mag Spotlight: Osbourn Theatre's MAMMA MIA!
April 17, 2026

This week's Stage Mag Spotlight is on Osbourn Theatre's production of MAMMA MIA! Stage Mag is BroadwayWorld's service for easily creating modern, fully interactive show programs for all types of productions.

Video: Watch Nicholas Christopher Hold Out a Note For 20 Seconds in CHESS
Video: Watch Nicholas Christopher Hold Out a Note For 20 Seconds in CHESS
April 17, 2026

Chess showstopper Nicholas Christopher wows audiences by belting out a note for nearly 20 seconds eight times a week. While recording 'Endgame (pt. 2),' a new video shows Christopher singing the note that receives mid-song applause nightly.

Video: HAMILTON Cast Performs Mash-Up With RAYE's 'Where Is My Husband'
Video: HAMILTON Cast Performs Mash-Up With RAYE's 'Where Is My Husband'
April 16, 2026

The cast of London's Hamilton has released a new music video, mashing up 'The Schuyler Sisters' with RAYE's 'WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!' The new video features Hamilton characters like Eliza Schuyler, Aaron Burr, and more reenacting the song.

Khaila Wilcoxon to Return to SIX on Broadway as 'Catherine of Aragon'
Khaila Wilcoxon to Return to SIX on Broadway as 'Catherine of Aragon'
April 16, 2026

Khaila Wilcoxon will return to SIX the Musical on Broadway as 'Catherine of Aragon' on May 18. She will play a limited engagement through July 19, the show's Instagram account reveals, succeeding Adrianna Hicks.

Adrianna Hicks Sets Final Performance in SIX THE MUSICAL
Adrianna Hicks Sets Final Performance in SIX THE MUSICAL
April 15, 2026

Adrianna Hicks has announced her final bow in SIX on Broadway. The musical's original 'Catherine of Aragon' will be playing her final performance at the Lena Horne Theatre on May 17.

Shop SPELLING BEE Merch in BroadwayWorld's Theater Shop
Shop SPELLING BEE Merch in BroadwayWorld's Theater Shop
April 15, 2026

As The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee continues its extended run Off-Broadway, buy some merch from the show! The production is offering a variety of apparel, along with a mug, keychain, pens, beanie, apparel, and more.

Video: Mark Ballas & Whitney Leavitt Perform 'We Both Reached For the Gun'
Video: Mark Ballas & Whitney Leavitt Perform 'We Both Reached For the Gun'
April 14, 2026

Chicago has released the first footage of Mark Ballas and Whitney Leavitt performing together on Broadway! Watch a video of the pair performing 'We Both Reached For the Gun' during their first week together at the iconic musical.

Exclusive: Watch the Cast of CHESS Perform 'Golden Bangkok' on Broadway
Exclusive: Watch the Cast of CHESS Perform 'Golden Bangkok' on Broadway
April 14, 2026

Enjoy 'one night in Bangkok' and watch the cast of Chess on Broadway performing 'Golden Bangkok.' Watch the video, featuring Casey Garvin, Sydney Jones, Sean MacLaughlin, Sarah Meahl, Samantha Pollino, Katie Webber, and more.

Jason Robert Brown Reveals Nick Jonas' Label Blocked THE LAST FIVE YEARS Album
Jason Robert Brown Reveals Nick Jonas' Label Blocked THE LAST FIVE YEARS Album
April 14, 2026

Jason Robert Brown has revealed why there was not a cast recording for the 2025 revival of The Last Five Years. While teasing the new album with Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler, Brown revealed why Adrienne Warren and Nick Jonas did not record an album.



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