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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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Jelani Alladin Joins Disney+ BEAUTY & THE BEAST Prequel Series
Jelani Alladin Joins Disney+ BEAUTY & THE BEAST Prequel Series
January 20, 2022

Alladin will play a series regular in the new eight-episode series. He joins the previously announced Luke Evans and Josh Gad, who will reprise their roles from the 2017 live-action film. Fra Free and Briana Middleton are also attached to appear in the new series. Alan Menken and Glenn Slater will write new music.

VIDEO: HBO Max Shares GOMORRAH Season Five Trailer
VIDEO: HBO Max Shares GOMORRAH Season Five Trailer
January 20, 2022

The clash between the Levantes and Patrizia left Naples in a pile of bricks forcing Genny (Salvatore Esposito) to give up his dream of normality and return to action. But with the police hot on Genny’s heels, he is forced into a bunker alone without Azzurra (Ivana Lotito) and Little Pietro. Watch the new trailer now!

Marianne Faithfull's 'Vagabond Ways' Album to be Reissued
Marianne Faithfull's 'Vagabond Ways' Album to be Reissued
January 20, 2022

The reissue, originally recorded at Teatro Studios in California and produced by Mark Howard and Daniel Lanois, will include a selection of previously unreleased bonus demos and an unheard studio recording, plus new liner notes. It will be the first time the album has been released as a heavyweight vinyl, as well as CD and digital formats.

VIDEO: Mary J. Blige, Snoop Dogg & More in the Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show Trailer
VIDEO: Mary J. Blige, Snoop Dogg & More in the Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show Trailer
January 20, 2022

Pepsi has dropped a trailer for the Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show featuring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar. The trailer was scored by Adam Blackstone, featuring a musical compilation of tracks like “Rap God,” “The Next Episode,” “Family Affair,” “HUMBLE.,” “Still D.R.E.,” and “California Love.”

Holly Humberstone Releases New Single 'London Is Lonely'
Holly Humberstone Releases New Single 'London Is Lonely'
January 20, 2022

Holly Humberstone has debuted her brand new single, “London Is Lonely,” the first release since the arrival of her sophomore EP, The Walls Are Way Too Thin last fall. Produced by long-time collaborator Rob Milton, the track is one of her most heartbreaking and poignant yet. Listen to the new single now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Lola Kirke Releases New Single 'Better Than Any Drug'
Lola Kirke Releases New Single 'Better Than Any Drug'
January 20, 2022

This is Kirke’s first album with veritable Nashville-based indie Third Man Records after signing with them last year. Along with the album announcement, Kirke has unveiled the Alex O Eaton directed video for the album’s first single “Better Than Any Drug.” Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

ANGELA BLACK Sets Spectrum Premiere Date
ANGELA BLACK Sets Spectrum Premiere Date
January 20, 2022

The drama was written by renowned Emmy® and Golden Globe®-winning producers and screenwriters Harry and Jack Williams (The Missing, Fleabag).  The series stars Golden Globe Winner® Joanne Froggatt (Downton Abbey), Michiel Huisman (The Flight Attendant) and BIFA®-award winner Samuel Adewunmi (The Last Tree). 

Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway Announce New Album 'Crooked Tree'
Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway Announce New Album 'Crooked Tree'
January 20, 2022

Recorded live at Nashville’s Oceanway Studios, Crooked Tree was produced by Tuttle and Jerry Douglas and features collaborations with Sierra Hull, Old Crow Medicine Show, Margo Price, Billy Strings, Dan Tyminski and Gillian Welch. Listen to the new title track now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

BWW Exclusive: Watch Joshua Henry Sing His Original Song 'Guarantee' on FULL FRONTAL WITH SAMANTHA BEE
BWW Exclusive: Watch Joshua Henry Sing His Original Song 'Guarantee' on FULL FRONTAL WITH SAMANTHA BEE
January 20, 2022

Joshua Henry is slated to make his late-night debut during the season premiere episode of TBS' Full Frontal with Samantha Bee. Henry performed a stripped-back version of 'Guarantee', a track from his new album, 'Grow.' Watch the performance exclusively here before the episodes premiere tonight!

VIDEO: Billy Strings Shares 'Love & Regret' Music Video
VIDEO: Billy Strings Shares 'Love & Regret' Music Video
January 20, 2022

The release adds to yet another landmark year for Strings, who is nominated in two categories at the 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards: Best Bluegrass Album (Renewal) and Best American Roots Performance (“Love and Regret”). Watch the new music video now!

VIDEO: Bankrol Hayden Shares 'No Drama' Visual
VIDEO: Bankrol Hayden Shares 'No Drama' Visual
January 20, 2022

Bankrol Hayden kicks off 2022 with his latest visual—“No Drama”. The Damien Wayne-directed vid features psychedelic shots of Hayden doing what he wants, while professing his aversion for drama. Hayden consistently fills the music space dropping fire tracks on a regular. Watch the new visual now!

Jax Drops New Single 'To All The Boys I've Loved Before'
Jax Drops New Single 'To All The Boys I've Loved Before'
January 20, 2022

Jax kicks off 2022 with her swooning new single “To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before,” available alongside a charmingly comic music video directed by Damian Fyffe (Jonas Brothers, Drake). Co-written by Jax and produced by Mark Nilan Jr (Lady Gaga, Trey Songz), the song pays homage to a tumultuous dating past that paved the way to greener pastures.

Charlie Puth Releases New Single 'Light Switch'
Charlie Puth Releases New Single 'Light Switch'
January 20, 2022

GRAMMY nominated and multi-platinum singer/songwriter/producer, Charlie Puth, today released his highly anticipated new song, “Light Switch.” After teasing clips of the song for months to his nearly 15 million fans on TikTok, you can now finally stream the song in full. The track was produced by Puth and co-written with JKash and Jake Torrey.

Prime Video Announces UPLOAD Season Two Premiere
Prime Video Announces UPLOAD Season Two Premiere
January 20, 2022

In Upload Season Two, Nathan is at a crossroads in his (after) life… his ex-girlfriend Ingrid has unexpectedly arrived to Lakeview hoping to strengthen their relationship, but his heart still secretly yearns for his customer service angel Nora. The series stars Robbie Amell, Kevin Bigley, Allegra Edwards, Zainab Johnson, Owen Daniels, and more.

Randy Travis Documentary MORE LIFE Sets Premiere Date
Randy Travis Documentary MORE LIFE Sets Premiere Date
January 20, 2022

Award-winning Circle Network announced today that it is set to premiere 'More Life,' a documentary on multi-award-winning artist Randy Travis featuring many of his last recorded performances. In 2011, 'More Life' started as an intimate concert special honoring the 25th anniversary of Randy's iconic album Storms of Life.

Film at Lincoln Center Announces Jonas Mekas Retrospective
Film at Lincoln Center Announces Jonas Mekas Retrospective
January 20, 2022

Highlights of the retrospective include: Reminiscences of a Journey to Lithuania, arguably Mekas’s greatest achievement within his exploration of the film-diary form; Walden (Diaries, Notes & Sketches), perhaps Mekas’s masterpiece and the work that best embodies his lifelong filmmaking project; and more.

Peacock Announces Recurring Cast for BEL-AIR Drama Series
Peacock Announces Recurring Cast for BEL-AIR Drama Series
January 20, 2022

Peacock’s Bel-Air has cast Karrueche Tran, Duane Martin, April Parker Jones, SteVonté Hart, Joe Holt, Scottie Thompson, Jon Beavers, Tyler Barnhardt and Charlie Hall as recurring guest stars.   Set in modern-day America, Peacock’s new one-hour drama series Bel-Air imagines the beloved sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air through a new, dramatic take.

Graphic Nature Announce Upcoming EP 'New Skin'
Graphic Nature Announce Upcoming EP 'New Skin'
January 20, 2022

Speaking of the EP's title track, frontman Harvey Freeman says, ''new skin', is about learning to break away from the toxicity that’s holding you back. The band is composed of Jack Bowdery (drums), Harvey Freeman (vocals), Matas Michailovskis (guitar), Pete Woolven (guitar) and Charlie Smith (bass). 

Morgan Reese Releases New Single 'Butterflies'
Morgan Reese Releases New Single 'Butterflies'
January 20, 2022

Morgan Reese is excited to share her new single “butterflies,” the latest track to see release from her upcoming debut EP Letters From The Invisible Girl!. Described by Brooklyn Vegan as “atmospheric dream pop”, “butterflies,” was written from a place of vulnerability after being hurt several times according to Reese. Listen to the new single now!

VIDEO: Watch a New CYRANO Behind the Scenes Special
VIDEO: Watch a New CYRANO Behind the Scenes Special
January 20, 2022

A new half hour special following the creation of the new Cyrano movie musical has been released. The film's cast and crew explore the story, characters, music, and design of the story in the new '1 Tale, 3 Hearts: Peter Dinklage in CYRANO, a Modern, Timeless Romance' featurette special. Watch the new video here!



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