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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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Glenn Weiss Returns as Director for 94th Oscars
Glenn Weiss Returns as Director for 94th Oscars
January 11, 2022

Weiss’ additional directing credits include last year’s multinetwork inaugural night special “Celebrating America,” “The Democratic National Convention,” “The Kennedy Center Honors,” “The Primetime Emmy® Awards,” “Peter Pan Live!,” “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest,” “Live from Lincoln Center,” and many others.

HIGHWAY TO HEAVEN Starring Jill Scott Sets DVD Release
HIGHWAY TO HEAVEN Starring Jill Scott Sets DVD Release
January 11, 2022

A new original movie reboot inspired by Michael Landon’s iconic ’80s television drama, Highway to Heaven stars Jill Scott (TV’s “First Wives Club,” Flint, Why Did I Get Married?), Barry Watson (TV’s “The Loudest Voice,” TV’s “Naomi” and Ben Daon (TV’s “The Mysterious Benedict Society”, TV’s “The Astronauts,” Broken Diamonds).

Grace Cummings Releases 'Raglan' Single Ahead of Upcoming Album
Grace Cummings Releases 'Raglan' Single Ahead of Upcoming Album
January 11, 2022

Melbourne-based singer, songwriter, producer and accomplished stage actor Grace Cummings will release her self-produced sophomore album entitled Storm Queen this week. Before Friday, Cummings shares a final taste of the forthcoming record. “Raglan” is an homage to the street where Cummings’ rides her bike to visit her friends.

ABC Renews STATION 19 For Season Six
ABC Renews STATION 19 For Season Six
January 11, 2022

“Station 19” follows a group of heroic Seattle firefighters as they put their lives and hearts on the line. The latest series, from the executive producers of “Grey’s Anatomy,” takes us inside the tough, tight-knit and sometimes heartbreaking world of the city’s bravest first responders.

VIDEO: Coyle Girelli Shares 'Here Comes My Baby' Visual from 'Funland' Album
VIDEO: Coyle Girelli Shares 'Here Comes My Baby' Visual from 'Funland' Album
January 11, 2022

NYC-based, English songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Coyle Girelli shares the visualizer for “Here Comes My Baby,” the latest off his upcoming sophomore solo album, Funland. Watch the music video for the new single now!

Lionsgate to Release Complete AMERICAN GODS Series on DVD
Lionsgate to Release Complete AMERICAN GODS Series on DVD
January 11, 2022

Follow the epic war between the Old Gods and the New Gods from start to finish in American Gods — Seasons 1–3: The Complete Series on DVD. The DVD will include special features, complete with an official documentary and interview with Bryan Fuller, Ian McShane, Ricky Whittle, Pablo Schreiber, and more.

VIDEO: Watch a New THE WORST PERSON IN THE WORLD Trailer
VIDEO: Watch a New THE WORST PERSON IN THE WORLD Trailer
January 11, 2022

Director Joachim Trier returns with another modern twist on a classically constructed character portraitof contemporary life in Oslo. Chronicling four years in the life of Julie, THE WORST PERSON IN THE WORLD examines one woman’s quest for love and meaning in the modern world. The film stars Renate Reinsve, Anders Danielsen Lie, and more.

Kevin Devine Shares New Single From Newly-Announced Album
Kevin Devine Shares New Single From Newly-Announced Album
January 11, 2022

New York-based songwriter and musician Kevin Devine announces today his brand-new, expansive, tenth full-length album, Nothing's Real, So Nothing's Wrong, alongside its captivating new single, 'Albatross.' Listen to the new single and pre-order the new album now!

VIDEO: Jordan Fisher Talks DEAR EVAN HANSEN on CBS MORNINGS
VIDEO: Jordan Fisher Talks DEAR EVAN HANSEN on CBS MORNINGS
January 11, 2022

Jordan Fisher appeared on CBS Mornings this morning to discuss returning to Broadway in the title role of Dear Evan Hansen. The actor also touched on his own mental health struggles and how they allow him to connect to the role. Fisher also discussed his personal rules regarding social media and expecting a baby with his wife!

Hembree Releases New Single 'Close To Me'
Hembree Releases New Single 'Close To Me'
January 11, 2022

Hembree have previously shared the album’s title track, the vibrant “Reach Out,” and the funked-up “Operators.”  Their new album, It’s a Dream!, finds the quintet pushing their established sound—first glimpsed on 2019’s excellent debut House on Fire—to new, colorful zeniths. Listen to the new track now!

Photos: Netflix Shares First Look at Swedish Film BLACK CRAB
Photos: Netflix Shares First Look at Swedish Film BLACK CRAB
January 11, 2022

Black Crab is a Swedish action thriller set in a post-apocalyptic world torn apart by war. During a long, harsh winter, six soldiers embark on a covert mission across a frozen archipelago, risking their lives to transport a mysterious package that could end the war. The film features Noomi Rapace, Jakob Oftebro, Erik Enge, Dar Salim, and more.

Peacock Acquires USE OF FORCE: THE POLICING OF BLACK AMERICA Documentary
Peacock Acquires USE OF FORCE: THE POLICING OF BLACK AMERICA Documentary
January 11, 2022

As reports of fatal police violence continue to flood the headlines, this film shines a light on not only the circumstances of these cases but how to improve the system as a whole and heal the communities they impact. Watch the new trailer for the upcoming film now!

DEXTER: NEW BLOOD Breaks Showtime Viewership Records
DEXTER: NEW BLOOD Breaks Showtime Viewership Records
January 11, 2022

With a total of 3 million viewers on Sunday alone, this was the biggest SHOWTIME finale in more than eight years, surpassing the season-three finale of Homeland in 2013. The finale – written by series showrunner Clyde Phillips – also set a new SHOWTIME record with 2 million viewers from streaming and on demand platforms on Sunday.

Tammy Rogers & Thomm Jutz Release 'Long Gone' From Forthcoming Album
Tammy Rogers & Thomm Jutz Release 'Long Gone' From Forthcoming Album
January 11, 2022

Parallel creative paths and a singular chance meeting of Tammy Rogers and Thomm Jutz are the origins of the duo’s forthcoming album, Surely Will Be Singing. Today, bluegrass and Americana fans are treated to the album’s final single, “Long Gone”. Listen to the new single now! Plus, pre-order and pre-save the new album.

Particle Kid Releases New Single 'Someone Else's Dream'
Particle Kid Releases New Single 'Someone Else's Dream'
January 11, 2022

Particle Kid, aka Micah Nelson’s experimental, psychedelic, future-folk project, returns today with “Someone Else’s Dream,” feat. J Mascis, Sunny War + Paul Bushnell, to announce their third full-length, double-album, TIME CAPSULE. Watch the new music video now! Plus, check out Particle Kid's upcoming tour dates.

Ed Schrader's Music Beat Shares Two Singles From Upcoming Album
Ed Schrader's Music Beat Shares Two Singles From Upcoming Album
January 11, 2022

Baltimore-based duo Ed Schrader’s Music Beat has released two new singles for their upcoming album. Devlin Rice and Ed Schrader began writing the record in 2019, with the idea of making a fun, danceable album. Listen to the singles and check out upcoming tour dates now!

Ryan Culwell Releases New Single 'Wild Sometimes' From Upcoming Album
Ryan Culwell Releases New Single 'Wild Sometimes' From Upcoming Album
January 11, 2022

'Wild Sometimes' follows the release of the aching opening track 'Colorado Blues' as well as the slow-burning ballad 'Let's Go Crazy.' Recorded with longtime friend and collaborator Neilson Hubbard (Mary Gauthier, Kim Richey), Culwell's new album 'Run Like A Bull' is raw and magnetic, channeling Neil Young and Billy Joe Shaver.

Lucius Releases 'Next to Normal' Single From Upcoming Album
Lucius Releases 'Next to Normal' Single From Upcoming Album
January 11, 2022

Acclaimed indie pop band Lucius returns with their highly-anticipated new album 'Second Nature'. Produced by Dave Cobb and Brandi Carlile, the album features ten new songs, including the first single, “Next To Normal,” which is out today. Watch the song’s official music video now! Plus, check out their upcoming tour dates.

HOUSE OF GUCCI Sets Digital & Blu-Ray Release
HOUSE OF GUCCI Sets Digital & Blu-Ray Release
January 11, 2022

The releases will include bonus features, featuring Ridley Scott discussing how he approached directing the new film, Lady Gaga discussing her performance, and the film's costume designers discussing the fashion in the film. House of Gucci also stars Adam Driver, Jared Leto, Jeremy Irons, Salma Hayek, Al Pacino, and Reeve Carney.

Jeremy Ivey Announces New Album 'Invisible Pictures'
Jeremy Ivey Announces New Album 'Invisible Pictures'
January 11, 2022

The first track is the bittersweet “Orphan Child”, a song that channels the gritty charm of ’60s pop as it reconciles with the pervasive sense of lostness that comes from simply being alive these days and also reflects on Ivey’s own personal experience being raised by foster parents. Watch the new music video! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates.



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