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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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DEMOB HAPPY Share 'Run Baby Run' From New Album 'Divine Machines'
DEMOB HAPPY Share 'Run Baby Run' From New Album 'Divine Machines'
April 3, 2023

The cornerstone influences - a sprinkle of Queens of the Stone Age swagger; a splash of glam; a Lennon-like knack for melody - remain present, but utilised in ways that rely wholly on Matthew Marcantonio, Adam Godfrey and Thomas Armstrong’s specific magic as a unit: one that values a “janky guitar solo.”

Tedeschi Trucks Band Announce The Garden Parties at TD Garden & Madison Square Garden
Tedeschi Trucks Band Announce The Garden Parties at TD Garden & Madison Square Garden
April 3, 2023

From multi-night residencies at theaters in New York and Boston, to these career-defining arena stages, Tedeschi Trucks Band will take their musical mastery to the largest venues they have headlined to date. The special guest for these performances will be fellow Grammy Award-winner, Lukas Nelson + POTR.

WHIPPED CREAM 'Someone You Can Count On' Tour Dates Announced
WHIPPED CREAM 'Someone You Can Count On' Tour Dates Announced
April 3, 2023

Music producer, singer-songwriter WHIPPED CREAM (Caroline Cecil) has worked with a diversity of greats such as Latto, UNIIQU3, Moore Kismet, and Lil Keed. Now with the release of her new EP Someone You Can Count On (Monstercat), it’s clear there’s no limit to her creative ingenuity.

SOMEBODY'S CHILD Announces September North American Tour Dates
SOMEBODY'S CHILD Announces September North American Tour Dates
April 3, 2023

Following the release of his self-titled debut album and a successful round of shows at SXSW, Somebody’s Child (Cian Godfrey) is excited to embark on a run of North American dates this Fall. The shows kick off in Boston on September 20 and conclude on September 24 in Toronto, ON.   He plays New York City’s Mercury Lounge on September 21.

Video: Watch Durand Bernarr's NPR Tiny Desk Concert
Video: Watch Durand Bernarr's NPR Tiny Desk Concert
April 3, 2023

NPR Music debuted acclaimed singer and songwriter Durand Bernarr anxiously-awaited Tiny Desk Concert. He played a total of nine tracks while outfitted in a white and magenta sequined ‘fit with a pompadour-styled wig, paying homage to Bobby Proud from the Disney Channel’s animated series The Proud Family. Watch the concert video now!

Interview: How Justin Tranter & Jamal Sims Created New GREASE Musical Numbers For RISE OF THE PINK LADIES
Interview: How Justin Tranter & Jamal Sims Created New GREASE Musical Numbers For RISE OF THE PINK LADIES
April 3, 2023

30 original songs will appear in Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies over the course of its 10-episode premiere season. BroadwayWorld sat down with executive music producer and GRAMMY nominee Justin Tranter, who wrote the songs, each of which will soundtrack a dance number choreographed by Jamal Sims.

Video: NOLAN fka (Nolan the Ninja) Returns With New Music Video 'SCOOP'
Video: NOLAN fka (Nolan the Ninja) Returns With New Music Video 'SCOOP'
April 3, 2023

Although NOLAN fka may appear as a newcomer, the artist formerly known as Nolan the Ninja has had a longstanding career. The Cali-born, Detroit-bred emcee/beatmaker has released numerous projects both independently via his SPORT CAST imprint and through acclaimed Hip-Hop label, Mello Music Group. Watch the new music video now!

Laurie Berkner to Perform in Norwalk, CT at the Wall Street Thetare
Laurie Berkner to Perform in Norwalk, CT at the Wall Street Thetare
April 3, 2023

At her Norwalk show, Laurie will perform songs from Buzz Buzz like 'Bumblebee (Buzz Buzz)' and 'Pig On Her Head,' along with such hits as 'Victor Vito,' 'We Are The Dinosaurs,' 'Rocketship Run,' and 'The Goldfish (Let's Go Swimming)' and more recent fan favorites like 'Superhero,' 'Waiting for the Elevator,' and 'Chipmunk at the Gas Pump.'

THE DEFIANTS to Release New Album 'Drive' in June
THE DEFIANTS to Release New Album 'Drive' in June
April 3, 2023

Formed by Paul Laine, Bruno Ravel, and Rob Marcello, who are all current or former members of beloved rockers Danger Danger, The Defiants' latest opus is yet another impeccable slice of melodic hard rock.

Rauw Alejandro Sells Out Two Stadium Shows in Puerto Rico
Rauw Alejandro Sells Out Two Stadium Shows in Puerto Rico
April 3, 2023

The concert featured a slew of guest stars like Alvarito Díaz, Baby Rasta, Brray, Chencho Corleone, Chris Palace, Deiv, De La Ghetto, Lyanno, Omar Courtz, and YOVNGCHIMI. The biggest surprise came Friday night, when Rosalia joined Rauw on stage to perform “Beso '' and “Vampiros” from their newly-released joint EP RR for the first time.

South London Producer Leaps Presents Single 'Rewind' Ahead of EP 'Transcendent'
South London Producer Leaps Presents Single 'Rewind' Ahead of EP 'Transcendent'
April 3, 2023

Fresh from Goldsmiths popular music course, this multi-talented producer, DJ and artist cut his teeth as a drummer and songwriter working with artists like Rosie Lowe and co-founding electronic R&B outfit NULA, catching the eye of tastemaker audiences all over in the process.

Nicole Sanzio Releases Debut Neo-Classical Album 'In Transit'
Nicole Sanzio Releases Debut Neo-Classical Album 'In Transit'
April 3, 2023

Composed by Nicole Sanzio, and engineered, mixed, and mastered by Phillip Lewis (Doja Cat), Jill Tengan, Hal Cragin, Jason Mattia, and Joey Baron, Sanzio’s debut EP was recorded at Rusk Sound Studios and features self-written original piano compositions. 

Marvel's SECRET INVASION Series to Premiere on Disney+ in June
Marvel's SECRET INVASION Series to Premiere on Disney+ in June
April 3, 2023

Marvel Studios’ “Secret Invasion” stars Samuel L. Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn, Cobie Smulders, Martin Freeman, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Charlayne Woodard, Killian Scott, Samuel Adewunmi, Dermot Mulroney, Christopher McDonald, Katie Finneran, with Emilia Clarke and Olivia Colman, and Don Cheadle. Watch the video trailer now!

Keira Knightley, Kit Harington and More Join MY GRANDPARENTS' WAR Season Two on PBS
Keira Knightley, Kit Harington and More Join MY GRANDPARENTS' WAR Season Two on PBS
April 3, 2023

Kit Harington (Game of Thrones), Keira Knightley (Atonement, Pride and Prejudice), Toby Jones (Captain America) and Emeli Sandé (“Next to Me,” “Our Version of Events”) each host an episode that explores their family’s unique stories.

FOX Orders DOC Medical Drama Based on Italian Series
FOX Orders DOC Medical Drama Based on Italian Series
April 3, 2023

Based on the globally acclaimed Italian series, Doc -- Nelle tue mani, which was created and is produced by Lux Vide, a Fremantle Company, and featured Simona Tabasco and Beatrice Grannò of The White Lotus, FOX’s Doc is a new medical drama centered on Dr. Amy Elias, Chief of Internal and Family Medicine at Westside Hospital in Minneapolis.

Video: Brian Dunne Makes National Television Debut On CBS Saturday Morning
Video: Brian Dunne Makes National Television Debut On CBS Saturday Morning
April 3, 2023

Accompanied by Cat Popper (bass), Zoe Brecher (drums), Michael Hesslein (keys) and Ben Talmi (electric guitar), he performed three singles from the record, including “Sometime After This,” “It’s A Miracle” and “Bad Luck.” Watch videos of the performances now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates now!

MOANA Live-Action Remake In the Works at Disney; Dwayne Johnson & Auli'i Cravalho to Executive Produce
MOANA Live-Action Remake In the Works at Disney; Dwayne Johnson & Auli'i Cravalho to Executive Produce
April 3, 2023

Dwayne Johnson has revealed in a recorded message from Hawaii that a live-action reimagining of Disney Animation’s 2016 hit feature film “Moana” is in development. The film’s soundtrack, written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i and Mark Mancina, was lauded worldwide. Watch Johnson's video announcement now!

Exclusive: Billy Crudup Uncovers His Past in FINDING YOUR ROOTS
Exclusive: Billy Crudup Uncovers His Past in FINDING YOUR ROOTS
April 3, 2023

Watch an exclusive video from the season finale of Finding Your Roots, in which Billy Crudup reads the baptism record of his ancestor, Kristoff, from 1797 which reveals that Kristoff was an illegitimate child. Dr. Gates also reveals that Billy's fifth great-grandmother never married. Billy and Dr. Gates are amazed at how his family line started.

Mura Masa Shares New Track 'Whenever I Want' & Confirms Headline Dates
Mura Masa Shares New Track 'Whenever I Want' & Confirms Headline Dates
April 3, 2023

Grammy-winning artist, producer and songwriter Mura Masa shares a new single, “Whenever I Want,” via his own Pond Recordings alongside a video directed by The Reids. The new track follows Mura Masa’s production on the chart-topping, global hit, “Boy’s a liar Pt. 2” with PinkPantheress and Ice Spice.

New Found Glory Announce 'Wet Hot All-American Summer Tour' With the All-American Rejects
New Found Glory Announce 'Wet Hot All-American Summer Tour' With the All-American Rejects
April 3, 2023

The tour kicks off on August 11th in Tampa, FL, making stops across the U.S. in Boston, Nashville, Los Angeles, and more before wrapping up in Oklahoma City, OK on October 14h with support from Motion City Soundtrack, The Starting Line, and The Get Up Kids on select dates. Check out tour dates now!



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