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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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The Lion King

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Video: Watch Chrissy Metz Make Her Broadway Debut Early in & JULIET
Video: Watch Chrissy Metz Make Her Broadway Debut Early in & JULIET
June 17, 2026

Chrissy Metz couldn't wait to make her Broadway debut – so she did it two days early! The 'This Is Us' star surprised the audience by making her Broadway debut as 'Angelique.' Watch a video of her taking her first bows and sing the 'Roar' encore now!

Photos: First Look at The Muny's HAIRSPRAY With Richard Kind & More
Photos: First Look at The Muny's HAIRSPRAY With Richard Kind & More
June 16, 2026

See new photos of Hairspray at The Muny, which features Katy Geraghty leading the cast as Tracy Turnblad, with Richard Kind as Edna Turnblad, John Bolton as Wilbur Turnblad, Charity Angél Dawson as Motormouth Maybelle, and more.

Tickets Sales to SUNDAY IN THE PARK With Ariana Grande & Jonathan Bailey Delayed
Tickets Sales to SUNDAY IN THE PARK With Ariana Grande & Jonathan Bailey Delayed
June 16, 2026

Ticket sales to the West End revival of Sunday in the Park With George, starring Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey, have been delayed. As of June, performances are still slated to begin at the Barbican Centre in summer 2027.

Exclusive: Nikki M. James Performs 'Somewhere That's Green' in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Exclusive: Nikki M. James Performs 'Somewhere That's Green' in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
June 16, 2026

Watch a new video of Tony Award winner Nikki M. James (Suffs, The Book of Mormon) performing 'Somewhere That's Green' in Little Shop of Horrors Off-Broadway.

Rosie O'Donnell Will Bring Solo Show COMMON KNOWLEDGE Off-Broadway
Rosie O'Donnell Will Bring Solo Show COMMON KNOWLEDGE Off-Broadway
June 15, 2026

Rosie O'Donnell is returning to the New York City stage with her solo show, Common Knowledge. The Emmy and Tony Award winner's new show will reflect on her move to her newly adopted hometown of Dublin, Ireland, and her youngest child, Clay.

Video: Watch Andrew Rannells, Josh Gad & More Step Back Into BOOK OF MORMON
Video: Watch Andrew Rannells, Josh Gad & More Step Back Into BOOK OF MORMON
June 15, 2026

The Book of Mormon has shared a recap of the sixth and final day of their Magical Mormon Mystery Week, featuring new footage of Andrew Rannells, Josh Gad, Nikki M. James, Rory O'Malley, and more stepping back into their roles. Watch the video!

Videos: Broadway Celebrates the Knicks Win at ALADDIN, ROCKY HORROR & More
Videos: Broadway Celebrates the Knicks Win at ALADDIN, ROCKY HORROR & More
June 15, 2026

Broadway shows celebrated the Knicks win with several callouts and references over the weekend. See videos of how Aladdin, & Juliet, Death of a Salesman, The Rocky Horror Show, Chicago, Hamilton, and Maybe Happy Ending all joined in the celebration.

Is A PADDINGTON Transfer Imminent? Signs Appear Around Broadway
Is A PADDINGTON Transfer Imminent? Signs Appear Around Broadway
June 15, 2026

Paddington might be preparing to make his highly-anticipated journey across the pond. Posters featuring the beloved character have been popping up around the New York City theatre district, with the phrase 'Have You Seen This Bear?' 

Video: HAMILTON Cast Sings 'New York, New York' For the Knicks at Curtain Call
Video: HAMILTON Cast Sings 'New York, New York' For the Knicks at Curtain Call
June 14, 2026

The Broadway cast of Hamilton celebrated the New York Knicks by performing 'New York, New York' at their curtain call on Sunday. The performance comes after the Knicks' victory at the NBA Playoffs on Saturday. Watch the video!

Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Dez Duron Performs National Anthem at the Mets Game
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Dez Duron Performs National Anthem at the Mets Game
June 12, 2026

Maybe Happy Ending star Dez Duron appeared at a recent Mets Game to perform the National Anthem. The 'Gil Brentley' actor belted out the National Anthem live at Citi Field, calling it 'the best day' in an Instagram video.

Broadway at the Knicks Game: Watch Every Broadway Halftime Show
Broadway at the Knicks Game: Watch Every Broadway Halftime Show
June 11, 2026

To celebrate the Knicks' win at the NBA Finals, we're taking a look back on all of the Broadway halftime shows at Madison Square Garden. Past shows who have performed include SIX, Hamilton, Just In Time, and The Great Gatsby! Watch videos.

Video: Watch 'The Flood' from MEXODUS THE MUSICAL Off-Broadway
Video: Watch 'The Flood' from MEXODUS THE MUSICAL Off-Broadway
June 11, 2026

Watch Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson perform 'The Flood' from Mexodus, the acclaimed Off-Broadway musical now entering its final weekend at the Daryl Roth Theatre.

Video: Trey Parker & Matt Stone Make Broadway Debuts in BOOK OF MORMON
Video: Trey Parker & Matt Stone Make Broadway Debuts in BOOK OF MORMON
June 11, 2026

Matt Stone and Trey Parker made their long-awaited Broadway acting debuts in The Book of Mormon! During the musical's 'Magical Mormon Mystery Week,' the musical's creators kicked off the show with a special cameo during the prologue.

Exclusive: HEATED RIVALRY Parody Musical Debuts Trailer
Exclusive: HEATED RIVALRY Parody Musical Debuts Trailer
June 10, 2026

Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody has released a first look video trailer for its Off-Broadway run! The cast features Jay Armstrong Johnson as ‘Ilya Rozanov’ and Jimin Moon as Shane Hollander.

Video: THE LOST BOYS Sneaks Tony Awards They Won Into the Show
Video: THE LOST BOYS Sneaks Tony Awards They Won Into the Show
June 10, 2026

The Lost Boys incorporated the four Tony Awards that they won into their Tuesday night performance. Benjamin Pajak, who plays Sam Emerson, broke down where the Tony Awards were hidden throughout the performance in an Instagram video.

Video: Watch Billy Porter, Wayne Brady & More Rehearse LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
Video: Watch Billy Porter, Wayne Brady & More Rehearse LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
June 9, 2026

Step inside the rehearsal room with the cast of La Cage Aux Folles at New York City Center Encores! New videos show Billy Porter, Wayne Brady, Alaman Diadhiou, Rachel Webb, and the complete company perform songs.

Photos: First Look at Mariska Hargitay in EVERY BRILLIANT THING
Photos: First Look at Mariska Hargitay in EVERY BRILLIANT THING
June 9, 2026

See first-look photos of Mariska Hargitay in Every Brilliant Thing on Broadway! Her run has been extended through July 5. Don't miss these stunning shots!

BroadwayWorld Will Livestream the Tony Awards Red Carpet With Michael James Scott & Richard Ridge
BroadwayWorld Will Livestream the Tony Awards Red Carpet With Michael James Scott & Richard Ridge
June 5, 2026

BroadwayWorld will be live on the Tony Awards red carpet on Sunday with special guest co-host Michael James Scott! The Aladdin alum, who will also be performing with The Book of Mormon, will join Richie Ridge on the red carpet.

Video: Watch Songs From BEAUTIFUL at Theatre Under The Stars
Video: Watch Songs From BEAUTIFUL at Theatre Under The Stars
June 4, 2026

Kyra Kennedy leads the cast as Carole King, with Dylan S. Wallach as Gerry Goffin, Teresa Zimmermann as Cynthia Weil, Barrett Riggins as Barry Mann, Mark Ivy as Don Kirschner, and Holland Vavra as Genie Klein. Watch videos!

Video: Victor Garber Visits TITANIQUE on Broadway: 'I'm Truly Blown Away'
Video: Victor Garber Visits TITANIQUE on Broadway: 'I'm Truly Blown Away'
June 4, 2026

Victor Garber went to see Titaníque on Broadway, heading backstage after the show to talk to Frankie Grande, who plays him in the musical, and the rest of the cast. Watch a video of his visit backstage.



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