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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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Magnolia Park Announce New Album 'Halloween Mixtape II'
Magnolia Park Announce New Album 'Halloween Mixtape II'
September 12, 2023

The follow up to 2022’s debut record Baku’s Revenge and spiritual counterpart to 2021’s Halloween Mixtape. Tapping collaborators and Baku’s Revenge producers Andrew Wade (A Day To Remember, Wage War) and Andy Karpovck, the band updates their aesthetic with a contemporary fusion of magnetic pop, punk, nu-metal, hip-hop, phonk and 2000s theater-emo.

George Strait and Chris Stapleton Extend Run of Stadium Shows With New Dates Added for 2024
George Strait and Chris Stapleton Extend Run of Stadium Shows With New Dates Added for 2024
September 12, 2023

Setting venue attendance records across seven stadium shows this summer, country music icon George Strait and eight-time GRAMMY winner Chris Stapleton continue the excitement into 2024 with nine new dates. Also returning alongside the King of Country and Stapleton for the extended run of one-off stadium dates are Little Big Town.

Cherry Glazerr Shares New Single for 'Sugar'
Cherry Glazerr Shares New Single for 'Sugar'
September 12, 2023

Cherry Glazerr’s Clementine Creevy has shared a new song from her forthcoming new album, I Don’t Want You Anymore. The album was co-produced with Yves Rothman (Yves Tumor, Blondshell, Amaarae). The song is accompanied by a video.

VAGABON Shares New Single 'Lexicon'
VAGABON Shares New Single 'Lexicon'
September 12, 2023

She shares one final taste of the album, a video for the Mariah Carey-inspired “Lexicon,” the most jubilant track on an album comprising the most playful and adventurous music of Tamko’s career. Tamko credits album co-producer Rostam (Vampire Weekend, HAIM, Clairo) with taking the song over the finish line and unifying her vision.

COLD WAR KIDS Share New Song 'Another Name' & Announce Headline Tour
COLD WAR KIDS Share New Song 'Another Name' & Announce Headline Tour
September 12, 2023

They further tease the LP with the release of a new song, the slow-burning, piano-dominated “Another Name.” The track was produced by Ethan Gruska (Phoebe Bridgers, Weezer) and on the day he and the band’s frontman Nathan Willett were scheduled to work together for the first time, Willett had his final session with his longtime therapist.

Joey Alexander Announces New Album 'Continuance'
Joey Alexander Announces New Album 'Continuance'
September 12, 2023

It is the first album that the Bali, Indonesia-born pianist, composer and bandleader has recorded with his regular touring trio of Kris Funn on upright bass and John Davis on drums, a group with whom he has played hundreds of gigs over the past four years. They are augmented on four tracks by GRAMMY-nominated trumpet player Theo Croker.

90 DAY FIANCE Returns For a New Season This Fall
90 DAY FIANCE Returns For a New Season This Fall
September 12, 2023

Meet six new couples and one returning couple as they embark on a colossal journey and take a passionate leap of faith all in the name of love.  These long-distance, international couples go the distance as they navigate cultural differences, discover surprising personality traits and process lingering tensions. Watch the video trailer now!

DREAM WIFE Share New Single & Kick Off U.S. Tour On Friday In NYC
DREAM WIFE Share New Single & Kick Off U.S. Tour On Friday In NYC
September 12, 2023

Known for their explosive live shows, Dream Wife will return stateside later this week with a string of dates kicking off in NYC at Brooklyn Made. To celebrate their forthcoming run of shows, they share brand new track “Love You More”, recorded during the Social Lubrication album sessions.

Leyla McCalla Covers Kendrick Lamar's 'Crown'
Leyla McCalla Covers Kendrick Lamar's 'Crown'
September 12, 2023

Artist and activist Leyla McCalla has released the second in a series of singles which collectively serve as a meditation on the struggle for freedom in our society. McCalla says she felt compulsively compelled to record this new track–a solo cover of Kendrick Lamar’s “Crown”-- due to the power of its recurring refrain “you can’t please everybody.”

Video: Watch the SEX EDUCATION Final Season Trailer
Video: Watch the SEX EDUCATION Final Season Trailer
September 12, 2023

The video teases a packed season full of new sexual experiences, personal growth, love, laughter, tears, friendship, more of Eric’s fabulous wardrobe, Jean back in session and with a new boss (played by Hannah Gadsby), Adam working on a farm (?), Aimee’s artistic prowess, and to top it off…Maeve back in Moordale for a first real date with Otis.

Frank Sinatra 'Platinum' Out Next Month to Celebrate 70th Anniversary Of Capitol Recordings
Frank Sinatra 'Platinum' Out Next Month to Celebrate 70th Anniversary Of Capitol Recordings
September 12, 2023

Available on 4LP, 2CD, and digital formats, the 44-track collection features a cross-section of Sinatra’s most beloved songs and sought-after rarities. From the swinging “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” and ebullient “Come Fly With Me” to the breathtaking “Moonlight in Vermont” and torch song “Only The Lonely,” the set also includes unreleased tracks.

MURDER, SHE WROTE Film Adaptation In the Works
MURDER, SHE WROTE Film Adaptation In the Works
September 12, 2023

A film adaptation of Murder, She Wrote is currently in the works at Universal. Back in 2013, NBC announced a series reboot of Murder, She Wrote starring Octavia Spencer. At the time, Angela Lansbury praised Spencer as a 'absolutely wonderful' actress, but disapproved of the reboot overall.

Sherri Shepherd Sets Return for Season Two Premiere of SHERRI
Sherri Shepherd Sets Return for Season Two Premiere of SHERRI
September 12, 2023

On the first episode of the talk show, Sherri welcomes host and entertainer Wayne Brady to the couch in a daytime talk show exclusive to talk about his recently-revealed long road to self-discovery as well as his projects, “Let’s Make a Deal” and the upcoming Broadway revival of “The Wiz.”

Kelis Releases 'Milkshake 20 (Alex Wann Remix)'
Kelis Releases 'Milkshake 20 (Alex Wann Remix)'
September 12, 2023

The electronic remix, which premiered at #1 on Beatport in just 3 hours, has become an instant hit in the underground house music scene, and has been featured as an Essential New Tune on Pete Tong’s BBC Radio 1 show and played by Diplo, Fisher, John Summit, David Guetta, Keinemusik and more.

Listen: Hear 'All Love is Love' from the DICKS: THE MUSICAL Soundtrack With Bowen Yang, Nathan Lane & More
Listen: Hear 'All Love is Love' from the DICKS: THE MUSICAL Soundtrack With Bowen Yang, Nathan Lane & More
September 12, 2023

Following a world premiere at Toronto International Film Festival, listen to 'All Love is Love' the climactic first single from DICKS: THE MUSICAL, performed by the all-star ensemble, Nathan Lane, Megan Mullally, Bowen Yang, and Aaron Jackson & Josh Sharp. The upcoming soundtrack also features Megan Thee Stallion.

SLAYCATION Series From the DRAG RACE Universe Coming to Crave & WOW Presents Plus
SLAYCATION Series From the DRAG RACE Universe Coming to Crave & WOW Presents Plus
September 11, 2023

The brand new format from RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE producers World of Wonder, SLAYCATION is a six-part unscripted series featuring six, fabulous, larger-than-life queens from across the international DRAG RACE franchise, as they vacation together at a Canadian winter cabin.

Video: Watch Apple TV+'s MONARCH: LEGACY OF MONSTERS Trailer
Video: Watch Apple TV+'s MONARCH: LEGACY OF MONSTERS Trailer
September 11, 2023

Based on Legendary’s Monsterverse, and starring Kurt Russell, Wyatt Russell, Anna Sawai, Kiersey Clemons, Ren Watabe, Mari Yamamoto, Anders Holm, Joe Tippett and Elisa Lasowski, 'Monarch: Legacy of Monsters” will debut with the first two episodes, followed by one episode every Friday through January 12. Watch the video now!

THE LITTLE MERMAID Breaks Disney+ Records With 16 Million Viewers in First Five Days
THE LITTLE MERMAID Breaks Disney+ Records With 16 Million Viewers in First Five Days
September 11, 2023

The live-action reimagining of the studio’s Academy Award®-winning animated musical starring Halle Bailey and Melissa McCarthy is the most viewed Disney movie premiere on Disney+ since Hocus Pocus 2, garnering 16 million views in its first five days streaming.

Photos: Doja Cat, Ice Spice & More Attend Jean Paul Gaultier and KNWLS' Party
Photos: Doja Cat, Ice Spice & More Attend Jean Paul Gaultier and KNWLS' Party
September 11, 2023

Friends and special guests of Jean Paul Gaultier, KNWLS, and SSENSE were on hand to toast the collection launch, including Charlotte Knowles, Alexandre Arsenault, Thom Bettridge, Doja Cat, Ice Spice, Julia Fox, Coi Leray, Caroline Polachek, Central Cee, Doechii, Matty Healy, Maeta, NLE Choppa, Offset, Saweetie, and more. Check out photos!

Zoonicorn Expands With With New Licensing Partnerships & Streaming Content
Zoonicorn Expands With With New Licensing Partnerships & Streaming Content
September 11, 2023

Amplifying awareness for the property, Zoonicorn master toy licensee United Smile is collaborating with leading licensee SRM Entertainment, Inc. to showcase the brand. They will first present Zoonicorn at the LA September Preview, September 18-23, at United Smile’s showroom at the Sonesta Hotel, Suite #108.






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