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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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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.

Video: Katie Couric Joins Mariska Hargitay Onstage in EVERY BRILLIANT THING
Video: Katie Couric Joins Mariska Hargitay Onstage in EVERY BRILLIANT THING
June 3, 2026

Katie Couric joined Mariska Hargitay onstage at Every Brilliant Thing for her opening night gala. Watch the video of Couric hitting the stage as her college professor.

Contest: Win Tickets to THE MONSTERS at La Jolla Playhouse
Contest: Win Tickets to THE MONSTERS at La Jolla Playhouse
June 1, 2026

Enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets to The Monsters at La Jolla Playhouse. BroadwayWorld is giving away a pair of tickets to two winners. Submit now to see this acclaimed play.

Video: How KENREX's Onstage Musician Performs a Live Soundtrack Every Night
Video: How KENREX's Onstage Musician Performs a Live Soundtrack Every Night
May 29, 2026

Go onstage at KENREX with Drama Desk Award winner John Patrick Elliott. Watch how one musician and one desk bring Skidmore to life through sound and music in the acclaimed Off-Broadway production.

Stage Mag Spotlight: Miami Children’s Theater's WEST SIDE STORY
Stage Mag Spotlight: Miami Children’s Theater's WEST SIDE STORY
May 29, 2026

This week's Stage Mag Spotlight is on Miami Children’s Theater's production of West Side Story Stage Mag is BroadwayWorld's service for easily creating modern, fully interactive show programs for all types of productions.

SCHMIGADOON! to Release Broadway Cast Recording This Summer
SCHMIGADOON! to Release Broadway Cast Recording This Summer
May 28, 2026

Schmigadoon! will release a Broadway cast recording this summer. Produced by Joy Machine Records, the upcoming album will capture Cinco Paul's Tony-nominated score, which includes new material not heard in the Apple TV series.

Video: Cynthia Erivo Looks Back on Iconic Lines From COLOR PURPLE, WICKED & More
Video: Cynthia Erivo Looks Back on Iconic Lines From COLOR PURPLE, WICKED & More
May 27, 2026

Cynthia Erivo is looking back on playing iconic roles like Harriet Tubman, Aretha Franklin, and more. In a new video with Variety, the Emmy, Grammy, and Tony winner is tasked with guessing the lines and lyrics from her former projects. 

JoJo Was Set to Start CHESS Rehearsals the Day They Announced Closing
JoJo Was Set to Start CHESS Rehearsals the Day They Announced Closing
May 27, 2026

Joanna 'JoJo' Levesque has revealed that she was supposed to start rehearsals for CHESS on Broadway the day that the show announced its early closing. JoJo was set to take over the role of 'Florence Vassey' from Lea Michele.

PITCH PERFECT Musical Adaptation Could Be In Development
PITCH PERFECT Musical Adaptation Could Be In Development
May 26, 2026

A musical adaptation of Pitch Perfect is seemingly in development. Social media posts have revealed that a workshop is currently underway, which reveals that the musical features a book by Sas Goldberg.

'Broadway Bakes' Returns to Schmackary's With Stars From HADESTOWN, SCHMIGADOON & More
'Broadway Bakes' Returns to Schmackary's With Stars From HADESTOWN, SCHMIGADOON & More
May 26, 2026

Schmackary’s is hosting their 7th Broadway Bakes fundraiser this week. Confirmed participants this year include Sara Chase, Alex Brightman, Josh Rivera, Harvey Guillén, Betsy Wolfe, Christopher Sieber, Max Clayton, Marty Lauter, and more!



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