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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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First Show:

The Lion King

Favorite Show:

Hairspray

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JYOCHO Announce New Album 'Let's Promise to Be Happy'
JYOCHO Announce New Album 'Let's Promise to Be Happy'
January 31, 2022

Marking the sixth release and first in three years from the Kyoto, Japan-based band, the new eight-track project was written and produced by founding member Daijiro Nakagawa and recorded in Japan at StudioSHIKARI and Studio 246 KYOTO. Pre-order the album now. Plus, check out the new album sampler!

Highwind Releases New Single 'Fine For You'
Highwind Releases New Single 'Fine For You'
January 31, 2022

Highwind is the pop-rock passion project of New Jersey singer-songwriter, Chris Russo and drummer, Dan Smith. Highwind’s aim as a pop-rock act is to tell an honest, relatable story by means of catchy hooks, colorful guitar parts, and infectious rhythms. Watch the new music video for the new single now!

MAURICE HINES: BRING THEM BACK Documentary to Premiere on STARZ
MAURICE HINES: BRING THEM BACK Documentary to Premiere on STARZ
January 31, 2022

In the new documentary, Maurice and friends—Chita Rivera, Mercedes Ellington and Debbie Allen—tell tales from his lengthy career, including Broadway shows, a co-starring role in Francis Ford Coppola’s THE COTTON CLUB and his loving yet complex relationship with his superstar brother, the late Gregory Hines.

Food Network Wraps Production On New Series Featuring YouTube Creators Rhett & Link
Food Network Wraps Production On New Series Featuring YouTube Creators Rhett & Link
January 31, 2022

The new series, The Taste Buds with Rhett & Link, follows the popular duo as they explore some of America’s favorite food brands, going behind the scenes for an investigative deep dive and meeting the people who make it all happen. Each entertaining and unexpected food journey is punctuated by their trademark humor.

UP HERE, New Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez Musical Comedy Series Coming to Hulu
UP HERE, New Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez Musical Comedy Series Coming to Hulu
January 31, 2022

Hulu has greenlit Up Here, a new musical comedy series with original music by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Hamilton's Tony-winner Thomas Kail is slated to direct with Tony-winning Dear Evan Hansen writer Steven Levenson serving as show runner. The musical romantic comedy is set in New York City follows a couple falling in love in 1999.

Bad Bunny Announces Six Additional US Stadium Shows On His 'Bad Bunny: World's Hottest Tour'
Bad Bunny Announces Six Additional US Stadium Shows On His 'Bad Bunny: World's Hottest Tour'
January 31, 2022

Bad Bunny has announced that new dates have been added to the stadium tour in Miami, New York, Houston, San Diego, Las Vegas and Los Angeles for second shows due to the overwhelming demand in these cities where the first dates have already sold out on his “Bad Bunny: World’s Hottest Tour”. Diplo and Alesso will join Bad Bunny on the tour dates.

UK Rock Band Puppy Announce New Album 'Pure Evil'
UK Rock Band Puppy Announce New Album 'Pure Evil'
January 31, 2022

London rock band, PUPPY, have announced details surrounding their upcoming new album ‘Pure Evil’. Today the band also shares the new track “…And Watched It Glow”. The track is the third single to be released from the new album, following “Angel” and “The Kiss” the latter picking up plays with Radio 1's Jack Saunders and Clara Amfo. Listen now!

The Waymores Debut First Single & Announce 'Stone Sessions' Album Release
The Waymores Debut First Single & Announce 'Stone Sessions' Album Release
January 31, 2022

On their sophomore album, Stone Sessions, The Waymores play authentic country music with an Americana flourish, combining elements of folk, blues and Honky Tonk into an instantly recognizable sound. Willie Heath Neal’s husky baritone and the warm alto of Kira Annalise compliment each other perfectly.

Jackie Hoffman & More Join GREASE Prequel Series RISE OF THE PINK LADIES
Jackie Hoffman & More Join GREASE Prequel Series RISE OF THE PINK LADIES
January 31, 2022

Paramount+ has unveiled the cast of Grease: The Rise of the Pink Ladies, a new prequel series that takes place four years before the iconic movie musical. The cast features Jackie Hoffman, Jonathan Nieves, Marisa Davila, Cheyenne Isabel, Ari Notaromaso, Shanel Bailey, Jason Schmidt, Maxwell Whittington-Cooper, and Ari Notartomaso.

Indie Rock Band Filligar Announce 'Future Self' Album
Indie Rock Band Filligar Announce 'Future Self' Album
January 31, 2022

The 11 tracks were recorded at Gravity Studios in Chicago, Illinois, and Singing Serpent in San Diego, California. The album was mixed by Doug McBride, with additional mixing/production by Casey Gibson, Grey Taxon, and Daniel Farnswoth. Grey Taxon and Mike Butler engineered the album. Listen to the lead single now!

VIDEO: Cher Sings 'Thank You For Being a Friend' in Betty White Tribute Special
VIDEO: Cher Sings 'Thank You For Being a Friend' in Betty White Tribute Special
January 31, 2022

Ahead of tonight's Betty White tribute special, NBC has shared a first look at Cher singing 'Thank You For Being a Friend,' the theme song from the Golden Girls. The special will also feature President Joe Biden, Drew Barrymore, Bryan Cranston, Ted Danson, Ellen DeGeneres, Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey, Ana Gasteyer, Goldie Hawn, and more.

HOCUS POCUS 2 Producer Adam Shankman Teases Halloween Release Date
HOCUS POCUS 2 Producer Adam Shankman Teases Halloween Release Date
January 31, 2022

Adam Shankman, producer of Hocus Pocus 2, has announced a Halloween release date for the highly-anticpated sequel. Bette Midler recently celebrated that the film had wrapped production. Midler will be joined by her previous co-stars Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy in the new film. Hannah Waddingham, Doug Jones, and more round out the cast.

VIDEO: Elujay Reveals 'Ratrace' Music Video
VIDEO: Elujay Reveals 'Ratrace' Music Video
January 31, 2022

The nostalgic video, directed and edited by Elujay, pays homage to the proverbial rat race as Elujay chases a better reality. Circmvnt sees Elujay tap into his Trinidadian roots as a source of inspiration while exploring and pushing new boundaries with his sound. Watch the new music video now!

Spencer Day Announces 'Broadway By Day' Album
Spencer Day Announces 'Broadway By Day' Album
January 31, 2022

Featuring Jane Monheit and Dave Koz, the album includes a simmering take on Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Bali Ha’i” (South Pacific), an inventive reworking of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s “I’d Be Surprisingly Good For You” (Evita), and a pensive exploration of Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin’s “Maybe” (Annie). Pre-save the new album now!

VIDEO: Netflix Releases DISENCHANTMENT PART IV Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Releases DISENCHANTMENT PART IV Trailer
January 31, 2022

The misadventures of hard-hitting, hard-drinking Queen Bean, her feisty elf companion Elfo and her personal demon Luci return and deepen in Part IV of Matt Groening’s comedy fantasy series Disenchantment. The series features Abbi Jacobson, Eric Andre, Nat Faxon, John DiMaggio, Billy West, Maurice LaMarche, Tress MacNeille, David Herman, and more.

VIDEO: Peacock Shares TAKE NOTE Musical Comedy Series Trailer
VIDEO: Peacock Shares TAKE NOTE Musical Comedy Series Trailer
January 31, 2022

Take Note will introduce a new generation to Pop, R&B, Country, and Rock classics along with originals by emerging musicians written specifically for the series. The cast includes Braelyn Rankins (“Genius: Aretha”), Nadine Whiteman Roden (“Designated Survivor'), Aadin Church (Broadway’s “Dreamgirls,” “Sister Act”) and Sebastian Spencer.

VIDEO: Watch Hany Abu-Assad's HUDA'S SALON Trailer
VIDEO: Watch Hany Abu-Assad's HUDA'S SALON Trailer
January 31, 2022

The film follows Nadia, a young mother married to a jealous man, who goes to Huda's salon in Bethlehem. But this ordinary visit turns sour when Huda, after having put Nadia in a shameful situation, blackmails her to have her work for the secret service of the occupiers, and thus betray her people. Watch the new trailer now!

Monster Energy Outbreak Tour Announces Zero 9:36 Dates
Monster Energy Outbreak Tour Announces Zero 9:36 Dates
January 31, 2022

Zero 9:36 has infiltrated the pop landscape with a laser sharp flow, fiery anthemic hooks, and a twisted musical visage. Since singing with ATCO Records in 2019, he’s amassed over 66 million streams for his two EPs and rocketed to #1 on Mediabase’s Active Rock airplay chart in 2021. Check out his upcoming Monster Energy Outbreak Tour dates!

Gov't Mule Announces Headlining Spring Tour Dates
Gov't Mule Announces Headlining Spring Tour Dates
January 31, 2022

Renowned quartet Gov’t Mule – led by GRAMMY® Award-winning vocalist, songwriter, guitar legend, and producer Warren Haynes – has announced a run of headlining Spring tour dates supporting their critically acclaimed, chart-topping blues album, Heavy Load Blues. Check out the full list of tour dates, including rescheduled 2021 dates, here!

VIDEO: Rachel Zegler & Andrew Garfield Interview Each Other for Variety's Actors on Actors Series
VIDEO: Rachel Zegler & Andrew Garfield Interview Each Other for Variety's Actors on Actors Series
January 31, 2022

On the latest episode of Variety's Actors on Actors series, Rachel Zegler and Andrew Garfield sat down to discuss their performances in West Side Story and tick, tick...BOOM! The pair also discussed Garfield's appearace in the recent Spider-Man film, Zegler being cast as Snow White in Disney's upcoming remake, their beginnings in theatre, and more.



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