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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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Corey Taylor Unleashes Third New Song 'Talk Sick' Off Upcoming Solo Studio Album 'CMF2'
Corey Taylor Unleashes Third New Song 'Talk Sick' Off Upcoming Solo Studio Album 'CMF2'
August 16, 2023

Corey Taylor (Slipknot, Stone Sour) releases “Talk Sick.' CMF2, Taylor’s first album for BMG and the first on his own label imprint, Decibel Cooper Recordings, was produced by Jay Ruston (Anthrax, Steel Panther, Amon Amarth), who also produced Stone Sour’s 2017 Hydrograd as well as CMFT. 

Chappell Roan Releases 'T​he Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess (Episode 1: Homecoming)'
Chappell Roan Releases 'T​he Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess (Episode 1: Homecoming)'
August 16, 2023

Her synth-pop smash breakthrough, 2020’s “Pink Pony Club”, set the tone for Chappell’s evolution into her own version of pop stardom: a small town rhinestone cowgirl delivering euphoric, heartfelt bangers, and a queer icon for a generation. The album was co-written and produced by Daniel Nigro (Olivia Rodrigo, Sour, Guts).

Listen: Idina Menzel Enlists Nile Rodgers For 'Paradise' Single Off New Album
Listen: Idina Menzel Enlists Nile Rodgers For 'Paradise' Single Off New Album
August 16, 2023

Get a first listen to 'Paradise,' Idina Menzel's latest single from her upcoming album, 'Drama Queen.' Menzel collaborated with disco legend Nile Rodgers on the track. Menzel also worked with Jake Shears, Justin Tranter, Sir Nolan, Simon Wilcox, Laura Veltz, Jim Eliot, Maty Noyes, Mitch Allan, Lindy Robbins, Chantry Johnson, and more on the album.

Breton Tyner-Bryan's WEST OF FRANK to Make North American Premiere at Emberlight Film Festival
Breton Tyner-Bryan's WEST OF FRANK to Make North American Premiere at Emberlight Film Festival
August 16, 2023

The film features Gilbert Bolden lll (New York City Ballet), Rhaamell Burke-Missouri (Hadestown Broadway, King Kong Broadway), Elisa Clark (Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Mark Morris Dance Group), James Jude Johnson (Fiddler On the Roof), Heather Parcells (A Chorus Line Broadway, Chicago), Randy Castillo (Wicked Broadway), and more.

Video: Watch Meryl Streep & Ashley Park Sing an ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Song By Sara Bareilles, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul
Video: Watch Meryl Streep & Ashley Park Sing an ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Song By Sara Bareilles, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul
August 16, 2023

Meryl Streep and Ashley Park deliver a stunning performance of “Look For The Light,” a beautiful new song written specifically for the show by multi-Grammy winning artist Sara Bareilles and songwriters/producers Benj Pasek & Justin Paul! Watch the video from the latest episode of Only Murders in the Building now!

Jax Taylor, OMAROSA & More Join HOUSE OF VILLAINS on E!
Jax Taylor, OMAROSA & More Join HOUSE OF VILLAINS on E!
August 15, 2023

E! brings together 10 iconic and infamous reality television villains under one roof for the new competition elimination series “House of Villains.” The cast includes OMAROSA, Tiffany “New York” Pollard, Jax Taylor, Tanisha Thomas, Jonny Fairplay, Bobby Lytes, and Corinne Olympios. Watch a video preview now!

Kings Theatre Partners With Cup Zero To Reduce Single-Use Cup Waste in New York City
Kings Theatre Partners With Cup Zero To Reduce Single-Use Cup Waste in New York City
August 15, 2023

Kings Theatre, the historic venue in Flatbush, Brooklyn, is excited to debut its partnership with Cup Zero, a visionary initiative aimed at curbing single-use cup waste in New York City. This collaboration marks a significant step towards a greener future and sets an example for other venues to follow.

Deftones Announce the Fourth Annual 'Dia de Los Deftones'
Deftones Announce the Fourth Annual 'Dia de Los Deftones'
August 15, 2023

Multi-platinum GRAMMY® Award-winning Sacramento band Deftones share the details for their fourth annual Dia De Los Deftones set for Saturday Nov. 4 at Petco Park in San Diego, CA. Headlined, hosted, and curated by Deftones, the all-ages festival lineup also features 100 Gecs, Knocked Loose, Doechii, Pinback, Pieri, Rile, and Capra.

NOLAN Returns With 4-Track EP 'better .'
NOLAN Returns With 4-Track EP 'better .'
August 15, 2023

While the original version is uptempo & pop-influenced, the remix carries a slow groove with heavy 808’s. The soundscape for “PECAN” follows a similar direction. An album highlight is the magical “CINDERELLA”, which has been NOLAN’s most streamed track in recent months.

Two Classic Albums by Rock Pioneer Genya Ravan Set CD & Vinyl Release
Two Classic Albums by Rock Pioneer Genya Ravan Set CD & Vinyl Release
August 15, 2023

Urban Desire, on black vinyl, red vinyl and CD, plus …And I Mean It, on black vinyl, pink vinyl and CD, display a rare pedigree of rock’n’roll smarts from New Wave, Soul, and Blues to Pop and Classic Rock’n’Roll. No one ever covered The Supremes (“Back In My Arms Again”) or John Cale (“Darling I Need You”) like this!

Cherry Glazerr Shares New Single for 'Ready For You'
Cherry Glazerr Shares New Single for 'Ready For You'
August 15, 2023

Cherry Glazerr’s Clementine Creevy recently announced the release of her newest album, I Don’t Want You Anymore, set to come out on Secretly Canadian and shared the first single, “Soft Like A Flower,” a dark and emotive scorcher that Uproxx called “some of their best stuff yet.”

Disturbed Announces 36-Date 'Take Back Your Life' 2023 North American Tour
Disturbed Announces 36-Date 'Take Back Your Life' 2023 North American Tour
August 15, 2023

Multi-platinum rock band Disturbed’s song “Unstoppable” is living up to its name and is currently #1 on both Billboard’s Mainstream Rock chart and Mediabase’s Active Rock charts. The song, off Disturbed’s eighth full-length album Divisive (Reprise Records), is the band’s 12th #1 at Mediabase’s Active Rock chart.

Ghost of Vroom Announce Tour Dates & New Album
Ghost of Vroom Announce Tour Dates & New Album
August 15, 2023

Ghost of Vroom – the acclaimed band comprised of veteran singer-songwriter Mike Doughty (Soul Coughing), bassist Andrew “Scrap” Livingston, and drummer Madden Klass – have announced plans for their biggest headline tour thus far. North American dates begin November 3 at Gabe’s in Iowa City, IA, and then travels through mid-November.

Melissa Ferrick Signs to Kill Rock Stars & Releases Single 'Black Dress'
Melissa Ferrick Signs to Kill Rock Stars & Releases Single 'Black Dress'
August 15, 2023

Melissa Ferrick has released a new single, her first new music in eight years. After eight years of working in academia, this revered live performer, songwriter, and producer is back! Ferrick’s new single “Black Dress,” out now everywhere, conjures the swagger of Brass in Pocket and the sexy groove of Bridgers' Motion Sickness.

Connor McLaren Announces Tour Dates
Connor McLaren Announces Tour Dates
August 15, 2023

With the release of the new music video, “Candy Rain,” Indianapolis-based troubadour, Connor McLaren, announces a slew of tour dates in support of his recently released debut album. One listen to the aptly named Innocence, and it’s as if you’ve known this 21-year-old heartland kid your whole life. 

Kitchen Dwellers Announce November and December Tour Dates
Kitchen Dwellers Announce November and December Tour Dates
August 15, 2023

Kitchen Dwellers, the Bozeman, MT-based Americana alt/bluegrass band are thrilled to share November and December tour dates. This fall will also see the band embarking on a month-long tour that will begin on October 11 in Burlington, VT, and will wrap up with three nights in Denver which will include a special VIP-only show.

Video: Watch the Trailer For THE PERSIAN VERSION
Video: Watch the Trailer For THE PERSIAN VERSION
August 15, 2023

Sony Pictures Classics has unveiled the trailer for The Persian Version. The cast includes Layla Mohammadi, Niousha Noor, Kamand Shafieisabet, Bijan Daneshmand, Bella Warda, Chiara Stella, Tom Byrne, and Shervin Alenabi.

Travel Channel's THE DEAD FILES Returns with All-New Episodes
Travel Channel's THE DEAD FILES Returns with All-New Episodes
August 15, 2023

Picking up where the season left off, psychic medium Cindy Kaza joins former NYPD homicide detective Steve DiSchiavi as lead investigator for seven all-new episodes of THE DEAD FILES. The two team up to help solve more incidents of devastating paranormal activity for beleaguered homeowners when THE DEAD FILES returns.

Reneé Rapp to Launch 'Angel Hour' Exclusively on Apple Music Radio
Reneé Rapp to Launch 'Angel Hour' Exclusively on Apple Music Radio
August 15, 2023

'Angel Hour' takes listeners on a behind-the-scenes journey into the making of Renee’s debut album, “Snow Angel,” expected to release this coming Friday, Aug. 18. Each episode dives into two of the 12-tracks from the album, by bringing in her collaborators, friends, and more.

Heatmiser Announce 'The Music of Heatmiser' Compilation
Heatmiser Announce 'The Music of Heatmiser' Compilation
August 15, 2023

Heatmiser — comprised of Elliott Smith, Neil Gust, Tony Lash, and Brandt Peterson — have announced The Music of Heatmiser, a new, 29-song compilation of previously unheard recordings. The band have shared a version of “Lowlife” from their 1992 demo cassette along with a live video filmed during a 1993 performance in Fort Collins, CO.



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