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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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Quarters of Change to Embark on Us Headline Tour This Fall
Quarters of Change to Embark on Us Headline Tour This Fall
June 5, 2023

Following their largely sold-out Deluxe Tour earlier this year, rising New York City alternative rock band Quarters of Change have announced plans for an additional US headline tour this fall. The 20-city trek will kick off on September 14 in Virginia Beach, VA, and wrap on December 9 with the band’s largest hometown show to date in New York.

Matisyahu Announces 'Live In Brooklyn' Album
Matisyahu Announces 'Live In Brooklyn' Album
June 5, 2023

Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, rapper and alternative rock artist Matisyahu has announced his new live album Live In Brooklyn will arrive later this month in conjunction with his birthday. Listen to the album’s lead single, “One Day (Live)” – a fan-favorite whose original version has been streamed over 140 million times on Spotify alone.

Video: Sofi Vonn Releases Music Video For New Single 'Rumors'
Video: Sofi Vonn Releases Music Video For New Single 'Rumors'
June 5, 2023

This release follows the success of Sofi’s 2023 single “Afterglow” as well as her remix EP for previously released single “Famous,” which peaked at #6 on the Music Week Commercial Pop Chart, and featured remixes from producers Jochen Simms (Amanda Lepore, Carmen Electra) and Until Dawn (Ava Max). Watch the video now!

Taylor Swift Recruits Hayley Williams of Paramore & Fallout Boy For 'Speak Now (Taylor's Version)'
Taylor Swift Recruits Hayley Williams of Paramore & Fallout Boy For 'Speak Now (Taylor's Version)'
June 5, 2023

The tracklist reveals all 16 original tracks from 'Speak Now,' including 'Mine (Taylor's Version),' 'Enchanted (Taylor's Version),' 'Long Live (Taylor's Version),' 'Better Than Revenge (Taylor's Version),' and more. Williams is featuring on 'Castles Crumbling' and Fallout Boy will be featured on 'Electric Touch.'

RAYE Announces Headline World Tour Dates
RAYE Announces Headline World Tour Dates
June 5, 2023

Bonafide global superstar RAYE – fresh off a string of dates with Kali Uchis and now supporting SZA on her sold out ‘S.O.S’ Arena Tour across Europe/the UK – announces new live dates have been added to her headlining My 21st Century Blues World Tour spanning North America, Europe, the UK, and Australia. 

Reneé Rapp to Release Debut Album 'Snow Angel' in August
Reneé Rapp to Release Debut Album 'Snow Angel' in August
June 5, 2023

Reneé Rapp will release her debut album, 'Snow Angel,' in August with the lead single dropping Friday. With the album announcement, Rapp recounted her experience writing the new music while filming the upcoming Mean Girls movie musical and the last-minute decision to push the title track as the album's lead single.

& JULIET to Perform on THE VIEW Tomorrow
& JULIET to Perform on THE VIEW Tomorrow
June 5, 2023

The cast of & Juliet will perform on The View tomorrow, June 6. The new musical features songs by the legendary and Grammy-winning songwriter/producer Max Martin, a book by the Emmy-winning writer from 'Schitt's Creek,' David West Read, direction by Luke Sheppard and choreography by Emmy-Award winner Jennifer Weber.

Teddy Swims Announces Fall 2023 North American Tour
Teddy Swims Announces Fall 2023 North American Tour
June 5, 2023

Kicking off in Minneapolis on September 22nd, the I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour includes stops in Chicago (The Riviera), Los Angeles (The Wiltern), New York City (Terminal 5), and Nashville (Ryman Auditorium) before wrapping up in his hometown of Atlanta (The Tabernacle) on November 21st. Check out upcoming tour dates!

Hannibal Buress Drops New Single 'I Lift Weights'
Hannibal Buress Drops New Single 'I Lift Weights'
June 5, 2023

'I Lift Weights' is like a sonic shot of pre-workout that pumps you up and ignites your spirit. This dynamic track, produced by the powerhouse collaboration of Eshu, TKgotdamix, Drum Smoke, and Preach Balfour, featuring a captivating vocal sample from NFL legend Joe Haden, originates from Eshu's unwavering excitement.

Photo: Emma Seligman & Rachel Sennott's BOTTOMS Gets First Poster
Photo: Emma Seligman & Rachel Sennott's BOTTOMS Gets First Poster
June 5, 2023

The first poster for BOTTOMS, the new film from Emma Seligman and Rachel Sennott, has been released. Directed by Seligman, the film stars Sennott, Ayo Edebiri, Havana Rose Liu, Kaia Gerber, Nicholas Galitzine, with Dagmara Dominczyk and Marshawn Lynch. Check out the photo of the poster now!

Video: Watch THE OUT-LAWS Trailer Starring Adam Devine, Ellen Barkin, Pierce Brosnan & More
Video: Watch THE OUT-LAWS Trailer Starring Adam Devine, Ellen Barkin, Pierce Brosnan & More
June 5, 2023

The cast includes Adam Devine, Nina Dobrev, Michael Rooker, Poorna Jagannathan, Julie Hagerty, Richard Kind, Lil Rel Howery, Blake Anderson, Lauren Lapkus, Laci Mosley, with Ellen Barkin and Pierce Brosnan. Watch the video trailer for the new film now!

Club Nouveau's Greatest Hits Album 'The Collection' Released on Vinyl
Club Nouveau's Greatest Hits Album 'The Collection' Released on Vinyl
June 5, 2023

Lightyear Entertainment announces the release of Club Nouveau’s “The Collection” on Vinyl for the first time, in honor of the 25th anniversary of the album’s Compact Disc/Digital release in 1998. The LP contains the band’s biggest hit song “Rumors” and its worldwide hit of the Bill Withers song, “Lean On Me.”

MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN to Premiere on Adult Swim
MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN to Premiere on Adult Swim
June 5, 2023

“My Adventures with Superman,” the newest animated series from Warner Bros. Animation and DC, is set to take flight on Adult Swim and next day on Max. The official trailer showcasing Jack Quaid as the voice of Clark Kent, Alice Lee as the voice of Lois Lane, and Ishmel Sahid as the voice of Jimmy Olsen also debuted.

THE STROLL Documentary Coming to HBO Following Sundance Debut
THE STROLL Documentary Coming to HBO Following Sundance Debut
June 5, 2023

THE STROLL, directed by Kristen Lovell and Zackary Drucker (HBO’s “The Lady and The Dale”). Reuniting her sisters to tell this essential New York story from their first-hand experiences, Kristen’s intimate narration and interviews bring an astonishing array of archival material of bygone New York from the 1970s through the early 2000s to life.

Taylor Swift's 'Speak Now' Re-Release Will Include Six New Tracks 'From the Vault'
Taylor Swift's 'Speak Now' Re-Release Will Include Six New Tracks 'From the Vault'
June 5, 2023

The 'Speak Now (Taylor's Version)' tracklist reveals all 16 original tracks from 'Speak Now,' including 'Mine (Taylor's Version),' 'Enchanted (Taylor's Version),' 'Long Live (Taylor's Version),' 'Better Than Revenge (Taylor's Version),' and more. Tracks 17 through 22 are currently unnamed, but are said to be 'From the Vault.'

Semisonic Releases Two New Songs Amid First National Tour in 20 Years
Semisonic Releases Two New Songs Amid First National Tour in 20 Years
June 5, 2023

The songs were recorded between Creation Studios in Minneapolis, MN and Ballroom Studio in Los Angeles, and produced by Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and producer Dan Wilson and his co-founding bandmates John Munson and Jacob Slichter. The two new songs arrive as the band embarked on their first tour in over 20 years with the Barenaked Ladies.

UK Ska Punk Legends Random Hand Celebrate 20th Anniversary With New Self-Titled Album
UK Ska Punk Legends Random Hand Celebrate 20th Anniversary With New Self-Titled Album
June 5, 2023

The band have played countless festivals including Reading, Leeds, Slam Dunk, Rebellion, Guilfest, Glastonbury, Boomtown Fair, 2000 Trees, Mighty Sounds and toured alongside the likes of Less Than Jake, Reel Big Fish, Propagandhi, Big D & The Kids Table, Voodoo Glow Skulls etc. Check out upcoming tour dates!

Video: Ethel Releases New Video For 'Andromeda'
Video: Ethel Releases New Video For 'Andromeda'
June 5, 2023

Young rising French singer Ethel has released the video for her ethereal single “Andromeda.” The song which was released last year garnered fans in the critic and film world upon release and has now made its way to its television debut last night in the series premiere episode of the controversial HBO drama, The Idol.

The Melvins Announce Co-Headlining Tour with Boris: 'Twins of Evil Tour'
The Melvins Announce Co-Headlining Tour with Boris: 'Twins of Evil Tour'
June 5, 2023

The Melvins, continuing their 40th anniversary celebrations, have announced the “Twins of Evil Tour,” a seven-week trek that sees the Los Angeles-by-way-of-Washington band joined by Japanese trio Boris, with both groups performing classic albums in their entirety: Bullhead (Melvins) and Heavy Rocks (Boris).

Sky Ferreria to Perform at Minty Boi's 5th Anniversary Event in NYC
Sky Ferreria to Perform at Minty Boi's 5th Anniversary Event in NYC
June 5, 2023

MTAMB is the collaborative endeavor between MTA music festival (天漠音乐节) and Los Angeles-based Independent promoter Minty Boi Presents. It's a one-night only event at NYC's Knockdown Center, featuring headliner Sky Ferreira, plus Current Joys, Clams Casino, ABRA, and more!



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