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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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Sons of (Sam Prekop and John McEntire) to Release 2XLP Vinyl Pressing of Their Widely Acclaimed Debut
Sons of (Sam Prekop and John McEntire) to Release 2XLP Vinyl Pressing of Their Widely Acclaimed Debut
May 23, 2023

McEntire is one of the most celebrated engineers, composers, and drummers in forward-thinking music, having recorded and performed with the likes of Tortoise, Stereolab, Modest Mouse and many more. With nearly three decades of experience working together, this is their first full-length collaboration as a duo.

Johnny Strong Stars in Military Action Film WARHORSE ONE Coming to Theaters
Johnny Strong Stars in Military Action Film WARHORSE ONE Coming to Theaters
May 23, 2023

Johnny Strong (Black Hawk Down, The Fast and the Furious), newcomer and stand-out child actor Athena Durner and Raj Kala (Black Adam, Mayday) star in the military action film WARHORSE ONE. WARHORSE ONE follows a desperate civilian rescue attempt set in motion shortly after the 2021 withdrawal of the United States military from Afghanistan.

Video: Rodrigo y Gabriela Share New Live Performance Video
Video: Rodrigo y Gabriela Share New Live Performance Video
May 23, 2023

Grammy Award-winning guitar virtuosos Rodrigo y Gabriela have announced the premiere of “Descending To Nowhere | A Take Away Show,” a new live performance video filmed at an empty Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord in Paris between two sold-out gigs last month and presented exclusively via La Blogothèque.

Interview: Celisse Reveals How She Created an Opera With No Rules
Interview: Celisse Reveals How She Created an Opera With No Rules
May 25, 2023

After being seen on Broadway in the 2012 revival of Godspell, Celisse has toured with acts like Brandi Carlile, Dave Matthews Band, John Legend, and John Mayer. Now, she has partnered with the new company, Catapult Opera, to create a 30-minute opera and short film entitled “When All I Knew Changed.”

ORANGE BLOSSOM REVUE Details 2023 Artist Lineup
ORANGE BLOSSOM REVUE Details 2023 Artist Lineup
May 23, 2023

This year’s marquee includes performances by southern soul-rock icons JJ Grey & Mofro, virtuosic guitar prodigy Molly Tuttle and her band Golden Highway, distinguished singer-songwriter Brent Cobb, neotraditional country hitmakers Mike and the Moonpies, rising Americana star Kaitlin Butts, and more.

Toronto's Triple-Threat Ana Pac Brings The 'Good Vibes' With New Single
Toronto's Triple-Threat Ana Pac Brings The 'Good Vibes' With New Single
May 23, 2023

Her talents as both a dancer and an actor have won her roles in film and television. You can see Ana performing in the Netflix original films Work It, produced by Alicia Keys, and Feel the Beat, starring Sofia Carson. You might have even seen her smiling face in a milk commercial.

MTV Video Music Awards to Return to New Jersey in September
MTV Video Music Awards to Return to New Jersey in September
May 23, 2023

The “MTV Video Music Awards” will return to the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey on Sunday, September 12. The “MTV Video Music Awards” annually delivers the definitive celebration of the year’s best music videos. With unparalleled performances and watershed moments, the telecast provides an open forum for artistry.

AMAARA Announces Debut LP 'Child of Venus'
AMAARA Announces Debut LP 'Child of Venus'
May 23, 2023

The mesmerizing video, choreographed by Tatiana Parker (Justin Bieber, Niki Minaj), features an incredible lineup of dancers, Gerran Reese (Beyonce, John Legend), Will Johnston (Sigur Ros, Rita Ora), Randi Freitas (SZA, Justin Timberlake), Sarah Francis Jones (Demi Lovato, Gwen Stefani) and, of course, Kaelen Ohm.

M83 Announces Fall North American Tour Ahead of 'Fantasy' Album
M83 Announces Fall North American Tour Ahead of 'Fantasy' Album
May 23, 2023

Following his recent month-plus-long run of sold out, critically-heralded North American tour dates, M83, aka Anthony Gonzalez, has announced another run of North American tour dates that will commence in October 2023 and include a show in Los Angeles at Shrine Expo Hall and an appearance at Austin City Limits festival.

Jungle Unveils New Single 'Dominoes' & New Album 'Volcano'
Jungle Unveils New Single 'Dominoes' & New Album 'Volcano'
May 23, 2023

The free-spirited energy that runs right through Volcano reflects how organically it came together. This time around the duo wanted to include a wider variety of voices within the album, leading to collaborations with Erick The Architect, Bas, Roots Manuva, Channel Tres, JNR Williams and more. Watch the new music video now!

MOONSHINE BANDITS Announce 'Pour Decisions' Headlining Summer Tour
MOONSHINE BANDITS Announce 'Pour Decisions' Headlining Summer Tour
May 23, 2023

The tour will start on Saturday, June 3 and stretch throughout the summer including three performances at the famed Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, SD. During the run, MOONSHINE BANDITS will be supported by Good Ol' Boyz, Dusty Leigh, Brandon Hart, and Who TF Is Justin Time? on various dates.

HBO Max Re-Launches as Max With Twice as Much Content
HBO Max Re-Launches as Max With Twice as Much Content
May 23, 2023

Max is the streaming destination for HBO with a dedicated homepage experience, along with Max Originals, Warner Bros. films, the DC universe, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and unscripted programming across food, home, reality, lifestyle true crime and more from leading brands like HGTV, Food Network, Discovery Channel, TLC, and ID.

Photos: See Halle Bailey, Melissa McCarthy & More at THE LITTLE MERMAID's Australian Premiere
Photos: See Halle Bailey, Melissa McCarthy & More at THE LITTLE MERMAID's Australian Premiere
May 23, 2023

Halle Bailey, Rob Marshall, and Melissa McCarthy attended The Little Mermaid premiere in Sydney, Australia. Check out photos now! The film also stars Jonah Hauer-King ('A Dog's Way Home') as Eric; Tony Award winner Daveed Diggs ('Hamilton') as the voice of Sebastian; Awkwafina ('Raya and the Last Dragon') as the voice of Scuttle; and more.

Pecas Releases Single 'BEAUTIFUL'
Pecas Releases Single 'BEAUTIFUL'
May 23, 2023

The accompanying video, directed by Argentinean filmmaker Nata Failde in collaboration with Oriental Films and Proyecto24, portrays the aftermath of a motorcycle crash in slow motion and in reverse. It’s the visualization of how violent loss can feel, and how harrowing and disorienting longing can be.

Video: See Body Of Light + James Duval (Doom Generation, Donnie Darko) In New Video for 'Bitter Reflection'
Video: See Body Of Light + James Duval (Doom Generation, Donnie Darko) In New Video for 'Bitter Reflection'
May 23, 2023

As they prepare for the release of their fourth full-length album, Bitter Reflection, brothers Alex and Andrew Jarson aka Body Of Light have revealed the record's title track alongside a stunning new music video that features revered actor James Duval (Doom Generation, Donnie Darko). Watch the new music video now!

David Morris Tackles Addiction, Grief and the Journey of a Single Mom in 'Jenny's Song'
David Morris Tackles Addiction, Grief and the Journey of a Single Mom in 'Jenny's Song'
May 23, 2023

Co-written with Seth Alley, the song share's Jenny's story; a single mom doing her best to take care of her family and herself while battling addiction coupled with overwhelming grief. With an awareness of the power of a song, Morris aims to shed light on the tribulations and hardships so many in our world face.

Gogol Bordello, Green Day, Fugazi, Dead Kennedys Members Release Ukrainian Charity Single
Gogol Bordello, Green Day, Fugazi, Dead Kennedys Members Release Ukrainian Charity Single
May 23, 2023

Out on Hütz’s own label, Casa Gogol, the track features punk & hardcore heavy hitters like Tre Cool (Green Day), Jello Biafra (Dead Kennedys), Joe Lally (Fugazi, The Messthetics), Roger Miret (Agnostic Front), Monte Pittman (Ministry), Sasha (Kazka) and Puzzled Panther.

Lauren Monroe Announces Special Dates With Rick Allen
Lauren Monroe Announces Special Dates With Rick Allen
May 23, 2023

The singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and healing arts practitioner and educator is thrilled to set the upcoming single, “Brave,” a string of summer shows with legendary drummer Rick Allen (of Def Leppard), and a partnership with Chateau Diana to benefit Raven Drum Foundation, the organization she and Allen co-founded in 2001.

Mary Bridget Davies to Record Live Album in New York City
Mary Bridget Davies to Record Live Album in New York City
May 23, 2023

Ms. Davies will be joined by acclaimed NYC musicians such as Clint DeGanon on drums (Stevie Wonder, West Side Story), Mark Berman on piano (Sex In The City, Bullets Over Broadway), Alex Prezzano on guitar (A Night With Janis Joplin) and Dave Richards on Bass (Hamilton, Indigo Girls).

NMPA Annual Meeting to Honor Brandi Carlile With Songwriter Icon Award
NMPA Annual Meeting to Honor Brandi Carlile With Songwriter Icon Award
May 23, 2023

Nine-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter, musician and producer Brandi Carlile will receive this year’s NMPA Songwriter Icon Award. Additionally, Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl will deliver a keynote conversation. The event will also feature the first-ever NMPA Non-Performing Songwriter Icon Award.



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