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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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Greensky Bluegrass Share New Song 'Stress Dreams'
Greensky Bluegrass Share New Song 'Stress Dreams'
January 7, 2022

Americana/alt-country and roots-rock band, Greensky Bluegrass are kicking off 2022 with a brand new song, and the title track off their forthcoming album 'Stress Dreams.' 'Stress Dreams' follows the releases of 'Absence of Reason,' 'Grow Together,'  and 'Monument.' Listen to the new single now!

Young Mountain Share Debut EP 'If You Leave'
Young Mountain Share Debut EP 'If You Leave'
January 7, 2022

Ahead of today’s release the band shared two singles with accompanying videos for “James Albert,” and title track “If You Leave.' The group's influences range from This Will Destroy You and Daughter, to Moving Mountains, Slowdive, and Deftones. Listen to the new EP now!

Legendary Actor Sidney Poitier Dies at 94
Legendary Actor Sidney Poitier Dies at 94
January 7, 2022

Poitier made history as the first African American actor to win an Academy Award for Best Actor for Lilies of the Field in 1963. Poitier was seen on Broadway in A Raisin in the Sun, Anna Lucasta, and Lysistrata. His life is set to be the subject of an upcoming play, titled Sidney, directed by Tony-winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson.

BENNETT Releases New Single 'When It's Too Good'
BENNETT Releases New Single 'When It's Too Good'
January 7, 2022

Rising pop/soul songstress BENNETT has unveiled the music video for her latest track “When It’s Too Good”. The track sees BENNETT sabotaging a relationship that appears too good to be true and is accompanied by an official music video. Watch the new visual now!

Earl Sweatshirt Releases New Single 'Titanic'
Earl Sweatshirt Releases New Single 'Titanic'
January 7, 2022

Following the announcement of his new project SICK!, Los Angeles rapper Earl Sweatshirt shares the 10-song tracklist including a brand new single and visualizer 'Titanic.' The Black Noi$e-produced track marks the third single arriving after '2010' and 'Tabula Rasa (feat. Armand Hammer)' and their respective visuals.

VIDEO: Maren Morris Shares 'Circles Around This Town' Visual
VIDEO: Maren Morris Shares 'Circles Around This Town' Visual
January 7, 2022

Grammy-winning superstar Maren Morris shares a new single today, “Circles Around This Town,” alongside a music video directed by Harper Smith. The song, which made its country radio world premiere earlier today, was written by Maren and frequent collaborators Ryan Hurd, Julia Michaels and Jimmy Robbins and produced by Greg Kurstin.

Gang of Youths Share New Single 'in the wake of your leave'
Gang of Youths Share New Single 'in the wake of your leave'
January 7, 2022

The track is the latest to build momentum ahead of the release of their highly anticipated new album angel in realtime. Pre-order the album now in digital, double white vinyl and CD, while HMV and select independent stores offer a special edition of the vinyl which feature an alternate cover.

Ledisi, Big Freedia & More Featured on TAKE ME TO THE RIVER Soundtrack
Ledisi, Big Freedia & More Featured on TAKE ME TO THE RIVER Soundtrack
January 7, 2022

The Take Me To The River: New Orleans album features new recordings from PJ Morton, The Neville Brothers, G-Eazy, Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah, Snoop Dogg, Dumpstaphunk, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, William Bell, Ani DiFranco, Donald Harrison, Ledisi, and many more. Listen to “Act Like You Know” ft. Dee-1, Mannie Fresh, Big Freedia, and Galactic now!

Forest Blakk Releases 'Fall Into Me' Acoustic Version
Forest Blakk Releases 'Fall Into Me' Acoustic Version
January 7, 2022

Singer/songwriter Forest Blakk is kicking off the new year with an acoustic version of his touching ballad, “Fall Into Me.” Co-written alongside Matchbox Twenty front man Rob Thomas and Gregg Wattenberg (John Legend, O.A.R.), “Fall Into Me” has been streamed over one million times for 15 consecutive weeks.

WAYNE'S WORLD to Celebrate 30th Anniversary with New Blu-Ray Release
WAYNE'S WORLD to Celebrate 30th Anniversary with New Blu-Ray Release
January 7, 2022

Originally released on February 14, 1992, Wayne's World marked the feature film debut of Wayne and Garth, the wildly popular characters originated by Mike Myers and Dana Carvey on “Saturday Night Live.”  A hilarious send-up of pop culture, the film also features Rob Lowe, Tia Carrere, and Alice Cooper.

Jonas Blue & Why Don't We Release 'Don't Wake Me Up'
Jonas Blue & Why Don't We Release 'Don't Wake Me Up'
January 7, 2022

Multi-platinum producer, Jonas Blue, has kicked off the new year with a band as he drops the soon-to-be pop smash “Don’t Wake Me Up” with hotly tipped US band Why Don’t We. Opening with arpeggiated guitars and piano, the track is soaked in addictive melody. Watch the new lyric video for the track now!

Science Channel Announces New SPYCRAFT Series Debut
Science Channel Announces New SPYCRAFT Series Debut
January 7, 2022

In the mysterious world of espionage, the tools and technologies developed for spies are just as critical as the spies themselves. In an all-new Science Channel series, Spycraft, intelligence experts offer an unprecedented look behind the CIA's most secretive operations throughout history and the fantastic devices that made them possible.

MARINA Shares Deluxe 'Ancient Dreams In A Modern Land'
MARINA Shares Deluxe 'Ancient Dreams In A Modern Land'
January 7, 2022

Ancient Dreams In A Modern Land (Deluxe Edition) adds five additional tracks to the original 10-song album, including the brand new “Happy Loner,” along with an official music video, directed by Brendan Walter (Fall Out Boy, Green Day, Panic! At The Disco). Listen to the new deluxe album and watch the video now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

VIDEO: Kelly Clarkson Covers 'She Used to Be Mine' From WAITRESS
VIDEO: Kelly Clarkson Covers 'She Used to Be Mine' From WAITRESS
January 7, 2022

Clarkson chose to perform the song after the Waitress Broadway twitter account requested that she sing it before the production prematurely closed. Clarkson was later joined by Ciara Renee, who was the last actress to perform Jenna in Waitress before its closing. Watch the interview and performance now!

The Weeknd Releases New Album 'Dawn FM'
The Weeknd Releases New Album 'Dawn FM'
January 7, 2022

The Weeknd has released his new album, 'Dawn FM.' The singer is set to release the music video for 'Sacrifice' today, January 7, at 3:00 p.m. ET. The 'Blinding Lights' singer announced the new LP Monday in a new album trailer. The new album includes Jim Carrey, Quincy Jones, Tyler, the Creator, Lil Wayne, and Oneothrix Point Never.

VIDEO: Watch Annaleigh Ashford in the Full B POSITIVE Opening Sequence
VIDEO: Watch Annaleigh Ashford in the Full B POSITIVE Opening Sequence
January 6, 2022

The new titles debuted during season 2 to reflect the new direction of the show. This full version allows fans to see Annaleigh Ashford’s Broadway talent play out over the full theme song that was written by Chuck Lorre and Kevin R. Moore. Watch the new opening sequence here!

Ariana DeBose to Host SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
Ariana DeBose to Host SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE
January 6, 2022

DeBose will be joined by Roddy Ricch as musical guest. The announcement follows an exciting month for DeBose, who has recently received rave reviews for her performance as Anita in Steven Spielberg’s film adaption of West Side Story, earning her Golden Globe and Critics Choice Award nominations.

TLC Announces New Series 1000-LB BEST FRIENDS
TLC Announces New Series 1000-LB BEST FRIENDS
January 6, 2022

Building on the success of 1000-LB Sisters, which continues to deliver ratings gold with its highest-rated season ever, TLC today announced its newest transformation series, 1000-LB Best Friends. Vannessa and Meghan are larger-than-life Best Friends, and along with their pals Tina and Ashely, they are battling obesity with heart and humor.

VIDEO: Watch a New THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH Trailer
VIDEO: Watch a New THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH Trailer
January 6, 2022

Apple Original Films, A24 and IAC Films have released a new trailer for The Tragedy of Macbeth, based on the play by William Shakespeare and written for the screen and directed by Joel Coen. The film stars Denzel Washington, Frances McDormand, Bertie Carvel, Alex Hassell, Corey Hawkins, Harry Melling and Brendan Gleeson. Watch the new trailer now!

Ariana DeBose to Receive Virtuosos Award From Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Ariana DeBose to Receive Virtuosos Award From Santa Barbara International Film Festival
January 6, 2022

Belfast stars Caitríona Balfe and Jamie Dornan, CODA's Emilia Jones and Troy Kotsur, Red Rocket star Simon Rex, Licorice Pizza’s Alana Haim and King Richard standout Saniyya Sidney will also receive the honor at this year's film festival. The group of recipients will also participate in a discussion hosted by Dave Karger.



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