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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

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Hairspray

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Lucy & La Mer Share New Single 'Ice Cream'
Lucy & La Mer Share New Single 'Ice Cream'
August 22, 2023

The ukulele driven single is one of many in Lucy & La Mer’s repertoire. Her love for the ukulele was noted by Fender, who chose Lucy to present their Billie Eilish Signature Ukulele in 2021. Kala Ukuleles has also endorsed the artist, customizing ukuleles that have traveled with her on tours in Australia, Europe, and even the Philippines. 

Video: Watch Apple's STILL UP Trailer Starring Antonia Thomas & Craig Roberts
Video: Watch Apple's STILL UP Trailer Starring Antonia Thomas & Craig Roberts
August 22, 2023

“Still Up” is an almost romantic comedy set in the after-hours world of insomniacs Danny (Craig Roberts) and Lisa (Antonia Thomas) who have no secrets except their feelings for each other. Also starring in the ensemble cast are Blake Harrison, Lois Chimimba, Luke Fetherston and Rich Fulcher. Watch the new video trailer now!

Video: MGM+ Releases Trailer For Docuseries PSYCHO: THE LOST TAPES OF ED GEIN
Video: MGM+ Releases Trailer For Docuseries PSYCHO: THE LOST TAPES OF ED GEIN
August 22, 2023

MGM+ original docuseries, Psycho: The Lost Tapes of Ed Gein, directed and executive produced by James Buddy Day (Blumhouse’s Compendium of Horror, Fall River), follows the horrifying grave robber and serial killer Ed Gein, otherwise known as “The Plainfield Ghoul” and “The Mad Butcher.” Watch the new video now!

FRASIER Revival to Premiere on Paramount+ & CBS in October
FRASIER Revival to Premiere on Paramount+ & CBS in October
August 22, 2023

Starring Kelsey Grammer, who reprises his EmmyⓇ- Award-winning role as Frasier Crane, the series also features Jack Cutmore-Scott as Frasier’s son Freddy; Nicholas Lyndhurst as Frasier’s old college buddy turned university professor Alan; Toks Olagundoye as Olivia, Alan’s colleague and head of the university’s psychology department; and more.

Satchy Shares New Single 'Easy' & Announces Overflow EP
Satchy Shares New Single 'Easy' & Announces Overflow EP
August 22, 2023

Satchel Brown a.k.a Satchy is a genre-bending musician, songwriter, and producer based in Pasadena, CA. He has worked with acts such as: Zulu, Eyedress, Hana Vu, Ade Hakim, Schwey, and Dende; and received critical acclaim from FLOOD Magazine, Brooklyn Vegan, Afropunk, Lyrical Lemonade, & more.

Miley Cyrus Shares Reflective 'Used to Be Young' Lyrics Ahead of Release
Miley Cyrus Shares Reflective 'Used to Be Young' Lyrics Ahead of Release
August 22, 2023

Miley Cyrus has released the lyrics to her 'unfinished yet complete' single, 'Used to Be Young,' ahead of its release. Read all of the lyrics now. Along with the single, Cyrus' 'Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)' Disney+ special will air on ABC on August 24 at 10:00 p.m. EDT.

Michelle Williams Joins Ultra Naté on 'WAITING ON YOU' (Frankie Knuckles & Eric Kupper Director's Cut Tribute Mixes)
Michelle Williams Joins Ultra Naté on 'WAITING ON YOU' (Frankie Knuckles & Eric Kupper Director's Cut Tribute Mixes)
August 22, 2023

Ten years ago, Ultra Naté stepped into the studio with Destiny’s Child member – and GRAMMY Award-winning gospel singer – Michelle Williams. The pair recorded ‘WAITING ON YOU’, one of the stand-out tracks on what would be Ultra’s 8th studio album, the critically acclaimed ‘HERO WORSHIP’.

Citizen Releases New Super-Charged Anthem 'Hyper Trophy'
Citizen Releases New Super-Charged Anthem 'Hyper Trophy'
August 22, 2023

'Hyper Trophy” follows the band’s last single 'If You're Lonely,” which served as a compelling introduction to Citizen’s forthcoming LP Calling The Dogs. The album is the band’s most poignant body of work yet, as the record addresses themes of self-reflection, personal growth, and resilience. On Calling The Dogs.

Emmet Cohen Announces New Album 'Master Legacy Series Vol. 5' Featuring Houston Person
Emmet Cohen Announces New Album 'Master Legacy Series Vol. 5' Featuring Houston Person
August 22, 2023

Emmet Cohen released “Just The Way You Are,” the first single from Master Legacy Series Vol. 5, his upcoming album with the great master of the tenor saxophone Houston Person. Although not considered a traditional selection in the jazz canon, Person puts any hesitation to rest by bringing his own clear, signature sound to the Billy Joel song.

MYRKUR Announces New Album & Shares 'Like Humans' Single
MYRKUR Announces New Album & Shares 'Like Humans' Single
August 22, 2023

This time around, Myrkur reunited with producer Randall Dunn in Sigur Rós’s Icelandic Sundlaugin studio to negotiate the contrast between the deepest human connection of mother and child, and an increasingly disconnected, alienating world, from pandemic restrictions and isolation to the rise of Artificial Intelligence.

Yann Tiersen Shares New Track 'Ker Yegu (Solo Piano)'
Yann Tiersen Shares New Track 'Ker Yegu (Solo Piano)'
August 22, 2023

Yann Tiersen & QUINQUIS, are coming to the end of a unique summer tour that has so far seen the two Breton artists travel from their home in Ushant to Ireland and up to the Faroe Islands for a tour of Celtic lands performing in pubs, churches, record shops, an ecovillage, an ex-consulate and community centers along the way.

OWN's Courtroom Drama ALL RISE Back in Session
OWN's Courtroom Drama ALL RISE Back in Session
August 22, 2023

The “All Rise” cast includes Simone Missick as ‘Judge Lola Carmichael,’ Wilson Bethel as Judge Carmichael’s best friend, Deputy District Attorney ‘Mark Callan,’ Jessica Camacho as public defender ‘Emily Lopez,’ J. Alex Brinson as bailiff-turned-public defender ‘Luke Watkins,’ Ruthie Ann Miles as Lola’s judicial assistant ‘Sherri Kansky,’ and more.

Love In Exile (Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer, Shahzad Ismaily) Tour Begins in September
Love In Exile (Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer, Shahzad Ismaily) Tour Begins in September
August 22, 2023

This album proved a fan favorite of the likes of Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, NPR and your very own New York Times. Off the heels of an international tour and a stunning NPR Tiny Desk appearance, the trio has brought their show to jazz festivals like Big Ears Festival, Montreal Jazz Festival, and the Newport Jazz Festival.

Stephen Marley Taps Eric Clapton, Bob Weir, More for New Album 'Old Soul'
Stephen Marley Taps Eric Clapton, Bob Weir, More for New Album 'Old Soul'
August 22, 2023

The album boasts an array of special guests including Eric Clapton, Bob Weir, Jack Johnson, Ziggy Marley, Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, Buju Banton and Slightly Stoopid. Limited edition double vinyl, CD, digital bundles are now available for pre-order.

IL DIVO to Embark on U.S. Holiday Tour; 'A New Day Holiday Tour' to Kick Off in November
IL DIVO to Embark on U.S. Holiday Tour; 'A New Day Holiday Tour' to Kick Off in November
August 22, 2023

The tour, which continues through December 23 in Naples, Florida (additional dates TBA), will feature the group performing holiday classics that include “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas,” “It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas,” and more, in addition to songs from their vast catalog. 

Netflix Original Comedy Special KOUNTRY WAYNE: A WOMAN'S PRAYER Premieres in September
Netflix Original Comedy Special KOUNTRY WAYNE: A WOMAN'S PRAYER Premieres in September
August 22, 2023

A WOMAN’S PRAYER is directed by Jeff Tomsic (“Tag,” “Bert Kreischer: Razzle Dazzle,” “The Cabin with Bert Kreischer,” “Norm Macdonald: Nothing Special”). Wayne, Tomsic, and Matthew Vaughan (“Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel,” “Kate Berlant: Cinnamon in the Wind”) of Rotten Science serve as executive producers.

Nymphlord Shares 'Boardwalk Saturday Night' Ahead of Debut EP This Friday
Nymphlord Shares 'Boardwalk Saturday Night' Ahead of Debut EP This Friday
August 22, 2023

Nymphlord, the Northern California born-and-bred singer-songwriter and producer, has shared her latest single, “Boardwalk Saturday Night,” off her forthcoming debut EP Mothers Cry And Then We Die. Mothers Cry And Then We Die. features the previously released tracks “6 Feet Under,” “Bougainvillea” and debut single “Stinks 4 Lyfe.”

Open City Shares New Single 'Blitz Kids Stay Sick'
Open City Shares New Single 'Blitz Kids Stay Sick'
August 22, 2023

Philadelphia hard-hitting punk and hardcore band Open City offers their newest single, 'Blitz Kids Stay Sick,' from the forthcoming LP Hands In The Honey Jar, via queer, indie record label Get Better Records. It’s a fist-pumping d-beat rager with a lyrical analysis of how individual choices both reflect and mutate into societal failure.

Steven Bamidele Drops 'Head Down'
Steven Bamidele Drops 'Head Down'
August 22, 2023

The release follows fellow album tracks “Kaleidoscope feat. Scarlett Fae”, “Dark Sense Of Humour (Farfisa)” and “Sitting In The Dark” which saw support from Clash Magazine, Tony Minvielle (Jazz FM), BBC Introducing, New Music Friday UK (Spotify) and Stereofox. 

Joey Graziadei Named THE BACHELOR for Season 28
Joey Graziadei Named THE BACHELOR for Season 28
August 22, 2023

After his heartbreaking departure at the end of Charity’s season of “The Bachelorette,” Joey Graziadei will take a second shot at finding his perfect match when he steps in as leading man for the upcoming 28th season of “The Bachelor.” The charismatic teaching tennis pro will be handing out roses next season.



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