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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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Bruno Major to Release New Album 'Columbo' in July
Bruno Major to Release New Album 'Columbo' in July
May 23, 2023

Columbo raises its curtain with “The Show Must Go On,” a piano flourish giving way to a clean, snare-less drum pattern and guitar strum that conjures the cozy fireside intimacy of Neil Young’s “Out on the Weekend.” Elsewhere, “Tell Her' is a slice of simmering R&B, while the heart-breaking “Tears in Rain” is dedicated to his late grandmother.

Cable Ties Share 'Thoughts Back' From New Merge Records LP
Cable Ties Share 'Thoughts Back' From New Merge Records LP
May 23, 2023

Australian garage rock trio Cable Ties have shared “Thoughts Back,” the latest single from their upcoming album All Her Plans. Featuring drummer Shauna Boyle’s first turn on lead vocals, “Thoughts Back” is a potent expression of the unique frustrations associated with mental illness, especially as it pertains to self-care and caring for others.

Recording Academy's Black Music Collective And Amazon Music Select 'Your Future Is Now' Scholarship Recipients
Recording Academy's Black Music Collective And Amazon Music Select 'Your Future Is Now' Scholarship Recipients
May 22, 2023

Joseph Michael Abiakam (Norfolk State University), Langston Jackson (Hampton University), Kennedi Amari Johnson (Clark Atlanta University), Courtney Roberts (Texas Southern University), and Caleb Wilkerson (Florida A&M University) are the recipients of the 'Your Future Is Now' scholarship.

Video: Watch Anna Tivel's NPR Tiny Desk Concert
Video: Watch Anna Tivel's NPR Tiny Desk Concert
May 22, 2023

Portland, Oregon-based artist Anna Tivel makes her NPR Tiny Desk debut where she performed songs from her widely acclaimed new album Outsiders  — 'Black Umbrella,' 'Heroes,' and 'Royal Blue' — as well as an unreleased new song called 'Fluorescence In the Future.' Plus, check out new tour dates! Watch the video now.

CLIFFDIVER Release Cover of X-Ray Spex Classic 'Oh Bondage, Up Yours!'
CLIFFDIVER Release Cover of X-Ray Spex Classic 'Oh Bondage, Up Yours!'
May 22, 2023

On the heels of the band's meteoric arrival to the scene in 2022, supporting their debut LP Exercise Your Demons and a full US run supporting Less Than Jake and Bowling For Soup, with support slots for New Found Glory, Taking Back Sunday and Descendents, and a buzzy appearance at Riot Fest, CLIFFDIVER is primed for launch into the stratosphere.

SUMMER OF VIOLENCE World Premiere Set For American Black Film Festival
SUMMER OF VIOLENCE World Premiere Set For American Black Film Festival
May 22, 2023

Newcomer Kasey Inez (The Sex Lives of College Girls) leads a cast of incredibly talented actors including; Jahking Guillory (Kicks, The Chi), Pedro Correa (The Middle), Maduhlika Krishnan (F.U. Woody Allen), and also appearing as Naomi’s father Thomas, Damon Gupton (Black Lighting, Deadline, Criminal Minds).

Alborosie Announces New Album 'Destiny'
Alborosie Announces New Album 'Destiny'
May 22, 2023

The lead single “Viral” is a bass-heavy slice of contemporary Rub-a-Dub with a conscious look at social media and its purpose in modern-day society. Despite the allure of virality, Alborosie rejects it for himself, choosing substance over gimmickry. The track is mixed and produced in Albo’s classic vintage style, with heavyweight bass.

Video: Watch Countess Luann & Sonja Morgan Reunite For WELCOME TO CRAPPIE LAKE Series on Bravo
Video: Watch Countess Luann & Sonja Morgan Reunite For WELCOME TO CRAPPIE LAKE Series on Bravo
May 22, 2023

From building a new playground to revitalizing the local theater with a full-on variety show, Countess Luann de Lesseps and Sonja Morgan have their work cut out for them as they embrace their new temporary home with a little bit of help from Paula Abdul. Watch the new video trailer for the series!

Video: Watch THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Trailer With Fantasia Barrino, Halle Bailey & More
Video: Watch THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Trailer With Fantasia Barrino, Halle Bailey & More
May 22, 2023

The first teaser trailer for the new movie musical adaptation of The Color Purple has been released. Get a first look at Fantasia Barrino, Halle Bailey, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, and more in the new video trailer now! The film is directed by Blitz Bazawule and produced Oprah Winfrey.

Video: Watch the SUMMER HOUSE Season Seven Reunion Trailer
Video: Watch the SUMMER HOUSE Season Seven Reunion Trailer
May 22, 2023

Bravo has dropped the trailer for the season seven Summer House reunion. The trailer reveals a first look at Lindsay Hubbard and Danielle Olivera talking out their bombshell feud after a longtime friendship. Plus, Carl Radke hashes out his falling out with Kyle Cooke. Watch the full video trailer now!

REAL HOUSEWIVES Candiace & Drew Sidora Join Forces For 'Affirmations Pt. II'
REAL HOUSEWIVES Candiace & Drew Sidora Join Forces For 'Affirmations Pt. II'
May 22, 2023

CANDIACE first debuted the new single in the latest episode of Real Housewives of Atlanta, in which she brought Drew on stage during a show at the City Winery and performed the song for a packed audience. On the track, guitar weaves through a hypnotic soundscape as CANDIACE’s showstopping vocals transfix.

LEOPOLDSTADT Limited Series Adaptation in the Works
LEOPOLDSTADT Limited Series Adaptation in the Works
May 22, 2023

A limited series adaptation of Leopoldstadt is in the works. Discussions to bring the acclaimed play to the small screen began discreetly before the Writers Guild of America strike began. No deals for the series have been made and it will most likely not land until after the strike is over.

88RISING Announces Lineup for 5th Annual Head in the Clouds Los Angeles Music & Arts Festival
88RISING Announces Lineup for 5th Annual Head in the Clouds Los Angeles Music & Arts Festival
May 22, 2023

The festival boasts its biggest lineup yet including headliners DPR Live, DPR Ian, Jackson Wang, NIKI, Rich Brian, Rina Sawayama, XG, YOASOBI and special guest ZEDD. This year’s festival also includes live performances from TOKiMONSTA, Keith Ape, Yerin Baek, ATARASHII GAKKO!, MILLI, Warren Hue, and many more.

LA FIRE & RESCUE to Premiere on NBC in June
LA FIRE & RESCUE to Premiere on NBC in June
May 22, 2023

The series documents actual calls and drama while giving a face to the passionate firefighters who risk their lives in the name of service. These real-life heroes and their captivating stories are told alongside the unpredictable dangers they face on the front lines of life and death. Episodes will be available to stream the next day on Peacock.

The Milk Carton Kids Set North American Tour Dates in Celebration of New Record
The Milk Carton Kids Set North American Tour Dates in Celebration of New Record
May 22, 2023

In celebration of the new release, the band is set to tour the U.S. this fall with stops including New York’s Beacon Theatre, Chicago’s Thalia Hall, Washington, D.C.’s Union Stage and more. Tickets are available for pre-sale via the band and Spotify on May 23 and promoter pre-sales kick off May 24.

Tyler Hubbard Scores Second No. 1 From Debut Solo Album With 'Dancin' In The Country'
Tyler Hubbard Scores Second No. 1 From Debut Solo Album With 'Dancin' In The Country'
May 22, 2023

Tyler Hubbard is atop the Mediabase/Country Aircheck chart this week with his hit song “Dancin’ In The Country,” marking his second No. 1 as a solo artist, and his 21st career chart topper on Country Radio. Written by Hubbard, Keith Urban, Ross Copperman and Jon Nite.

SWIPING AMERICA Romantic-Documentary Dating Series Coming to Max in June
SWIPING AMERICA Romantic-Documentary Dating Series Coming to Max in June
May 22, 2023

The Max Original eight-episode romantic-documentary (rom-doc) dating series SWIPING AMERICA, from creators and executive producers Stephen Warren and Johnnie Ingram (Emmy®, Peabody, Television Academy Honors and GLAAD Award-winning unscripted series “We’re Here”) debuts with two episodes.

Kassa Overall Debuts New Song 'Going Up' (feat. Lil B, Shabazz Palaces, & Francis and the Lights)'
Kassa Overall Debuts New Song 'Going Up' (feat. Lil B, Shabazz Palaces, & Francis and the Lights)'
May 22, 2023

Kassa Overall unveils his latest single “Going Up.' The final track on Kassa’s forthcoming record ANIMALS, “Going Up” brings the album to a surreal, bittersweet end, featuring verses by indie rap icons influential to Kassa: Lil B and Ishmael Butler of Shabazz Palaces/Digable Planets.

Tom Segura's Sledgehammer to Premiere on Netflix in July
Tom Segura's Sledgehammer to Premiere on Netflix in July
May 22, 2023

This is Segura’s fifth Netflix comedy special, following 2014’s Completely Normal, 2016’s Mostly Stories, 2018’s Disgraceful and 2020’s Ball Hog. In 2022, Segura confirmed a two special deal with Netflix, of which Sledgehammer is the first. Tom Segura: Sledgehammer was shot at The Celebrity Theater in Phoenix, AZ. It was directed by Ryan Polito.

Niall Horan to Bring 'The Show' Live on Tour in 2024
Niall Horan to Bring 'The Show' Live on Tour in 2024
May 22, 2023

hart-topping global superstar Niall Horan announced “THE SHOW” LIVE ON TOUR 2024 – his biggest tour yet and first headline run since 2018’s Flicker World Tour. He’ll be performing songs from all three of his solo albums, including The Show, which will be released by Capitol Records on June 9, 2023. Check out new tour dates!



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