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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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Video: The Linda Lindas Release Music Video for 'Too Many Things'
Video: The Linda Lindas Release Music Video for 'Too Many Things'
May 22, 2023

The Linda Lindas have shared their new music video for “Too Many Things.” Directed by Ryan Baxley who has previously collaborated with the band on other videos. The girls play numerous characters, overwhelmed by the hustle of a busy diner. The piece was filmed at Burgerlords in the Highland Park neighborhood of their hometown, Los Angeles.

AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER Sets Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D & 4K UHD Release
AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER Sets Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D & 4K UHD Release
May 22, 2023

The 4K UHD edition of the original Avatar has both existing and new bonus features including “Memories From Avatar,” where Producer Jon Landau leads a spirited conversation with cast members, Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver and Stephen Lang, recalling warm memories from production.

EXTREME Announce UK/EU Dates For 'THICKER THAN BLOOD' Global Headlining Tour
EXTREME Announce UK/EU Dates For 'THICKER THAN BLOOD' Global Headlining Tour
May 22, 2023

EXTREME are gearing up to perform for audiences across the globe. Their headlining “Thicker Than Blood” world tour kicks off in the US on August 2, followed by stops in Australia and Japan in September and has already sold-out dates in cities including Detroit, Hampton Beach, Tokyo and Yokohama.

Young-Borra AKA Jonas Young-Borra Releases Latest Single 'A Crazy Night'
Young-Borra AKA Jonas Young-Borra Releases Latest Single 'A Crazy Night'
May 22, 2023

New York based electro-pop songwriter and producer Young-Borra AKA Jonas Young-Borra releases his latest single “A Crazy Night” produced by Cass Maya. This single was produced and recorded at Maya and Young-Borra’s Leather Jacket Music Studios in Brooklyn, NY.

Marc Ribot's Ceramic Dog Announces New Album & Releases First Song
Marc Ribot's Ceramic Dog Announces New Album & Releases First Song
May 22, 2023

Connection sees Ceramic Dog fully entrenched in their signature approach to improvised music, augmented by contributions by such special guests as singer-songwriter Syd Straw, keyboardist Anthony Coleman, saxophonist James Brandon Lewis, organist Greg Lewis, clarinetist Oscar Noriega, and cellist Peter Sachon.

CHEVALIER Arrives to Digital Retailers on June 16
CHEVALIER Arrives to Digital Retailers on June 16
May 22, 2023

The illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner, Bologne (Kelvin Harrison Jr. in a tour de force performance) rises to improbable heights in French society as a celebrated violinist-composer and fencer, complete with an ill-fated love affair and a falling out with Marie Antoinette (Lucy Boynton) and her court.

Abraham Alexander Confirms Tour Dates With the Lumineers, Shakey Graves, St. Paul and the Broken Bones & the Teskey Brothers
Abraham Alexander Confirms Tour Dates With the Lumineers, Shakey Graves, St. Paul and the Broken Bones & the Teskey Brothers
May 22, 2023

Rising artist Abraham Alexander is hitting the road with The Lumineers this summer for a string of shows across the U.K. and Europe, as well as select solo dates in Amsterdam, Paris, Glasgow and London. He’ll also be performing at this year’s Bonnaroo, Newport Folk Festival, Austin City Limits and more.

CaliStar Drops New 'Glitterati' EP
CaliStar Drops New 'Glitterati' EP
May 22, 2023

Glitterati was produced, engineered, and mixed by Jae Chong (Solid, Aziatix, Coco Lee, Elva) and Enik Lin (FYKE, Royal Pirates, Amber Liu, James Lee), written by Calista Wu, Jae Chong, Kiyoné Shorter, Enik Lin, and Nasir Akmal, mastered by Chris Gehringer (Dua Lipa, Lizzo, Rihanna, Lady Gaga), and executive produced by Calista Wu.

The Paper Kites Announce New Album 'At The Roadhouse'
The Paper Kites Announce New Album 'At The Roadhouse'
May 22, 2023

The news arrives with the third single from the project “Hurts So Good” and its accompanying video out now. In the winter of July 2022, The Paper Kites arrived in the small Victorian town of Campbells Creek, 140km north-east of Melbourne. The band had travelled there with a vision in mind - to enquire about an empty old roadside property.

Michael J Benjamin Returns with 'The Same Again' Single
Michael J Benjamin Returns with 'The Same Again' Single
May 22, 2023

A radiant, reflective ballad that sees the young musician pair distinctive Cash-meets-Cohen vocals with his knack for heart-rending storytelling, the new track was produced by Jon McMullen (Wet Leg, Michael Kiwanuka) in London. A song that finds the singer-songwriter rewinding sepia-tinted memories of his past.

INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY Tickets Now On Sale
INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY Tickets Now On Sale
May 22, 2023

Fandango is offering fans a deeper look at Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny with a new episode of the “Big Ticket” series featuring the stars of the film, Harrison Ford (Indiana Jones) and Phoebe Waller Bridge (Helena Shaw). Watch the video now!

POWER BOOK IV: FORCE Season Two to Premiere on STARZ in September
POWER BOOK IV: FORCE Season Two to Premiere on STARZ in September
May 22, 2023

The explosive second season begins with Tommy on a mission to avenge the death of Lilliana, his former nemesis turned business partner.  With Diamond (Isaac Keys) and Jenard (Kris D. Lofton) at odds, the Flynn organization weakened, and a new connect on the scene, Tommy is more determined than ever to take over the Chicago drug world. 

Yendry Releases New Single 'La Puerta'
Yendry Releases New Single 'La Puerta'
May 22, 2023

Produced by Fede Vindver and co-written by YENDRY and Vibarco, “La Puerta” is an emotional ballad about loss and that yearning desire to relive just one more moment with those we’ve lost. The raw emotion portrayed by YENDRY’s sultry vocals and the melancholic chords breakdown language barriers, turning “La Puerta” into a universal ballad.

Mette Unveils Dynamic Remix Package for 'Mama's Eyes'
Mette Unveils Dynamic Remix Package for 'Mama's Eyes'
May 22, 2023

METTE has unveiled the first eclectic remix package for her latest single ‘Mama’s Eyes’. The track receives reworks from Jethro Heston, Barry Can’t Swim, and LOSTBOYJAY. On 2nd June, METTE will drop a second remix bundle which will feature reworks from Louis LaRoche and DJ Smallz. 

Gustavo Santoalalla & Juan Luqui Compose Score for Nat Geo's WILD LIFE
Gustavo Santoalalla & Juan Luqui Compose Score for Nat Geo's WILD LIFE
May 22, 2023

Award-winning artist, musician, composer and record producer, Gustavo Santoalalla, and composer, guitarist, music producer and performer Juan Luqui have composed the spiritual and emotional score for “Wild Life” from National Geographic Documentary Films.

Billy Idol Confirms New Run of Headline Tour Dates This Fall
Billy Idol Confirms New Run of Headline Tour Dates This Fall
May 22, 2023

Fresh off a performance at Cruel World Festival in Pasadena, rock legend Billy Idol confirms a new run of headline shows in August and September. The dates include debut performances at New York City’s Kings Theatre, D.C.’s The Anthem and Boston’s MGM Music Hall as well as an appearance at Jazz Aspen Snowmass with the Foo Fighters.

Video: Sean Hayes Reveals Why Starring in GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR is 'Therapeutic' to Him on CBS MORNINGS
Video: Sean Hayes Reveals Why Starring in GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR is 'Therapeutic' to Him on CBS MORNINGS
May 22, 2023

Sean Hayes sat down on CBS Mornings to discuss starring on Broadway in Good Night, Oscar. Hayes revealed how starring as Oscar Levant in the new play is 'almost therapeutic' to him. Hayes also discussed why the performance is such a departure from his Will & Grace character, how Broadway relies on the Tony Awards, and more. Watch the video now!

ENHYPEN Return With 4th Mini Album 'Dark Blood'
ENHYPEN Return With 4th Mini Album 'Dark Blood'
May 22, 2023

As a story of a boy who declares his ultimate sacrifice for a destined ‘You’, DARK BLOOD shares quintessential aspects of its narrative—the themes of arrogance, curse, and destiny—with DARK MOON: THE BLOOD ALTAR, the HYBE Original Story webtoon created in collaboration with ENHYPEN.

Review Roundup: Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID Live Action Remake Swims Into Theaters
Review Roundup: Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID Live Action Remake Swims Into Theaters
May 22, 2023

'The Little Mermaid' stars Halle Bailey (Chloe x Halle, 'The Color Purple') as Ariel; Tony Award winner Daveed Diggs ('Hamilton,' 'Snowpiercer') as the voice of Sebastian; Melissa McCarthy ('Bridesmaids') as Ursula; Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric; and more. Find out what critics thought and read The Little Mermaid reviews now!

Dua Lipa to Release BARBIE Movie Single This Friday
Dua Lipa to Release BARBIE Movie Single This Friday
May 22, 2023

Dua Lipa is set to release 'Dance the Night,' a new single from the upcoming Barbie movie soundtrack, this Friday. The song will be released at 7:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, May 25. 'Dance the Night' is from 'Barbie: the Album.' Further information on the album has not yet been revealed. Listen to a preview of the song now!



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