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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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Shygirl Announces Deluxe Album 'Nymph_o' & Shares 'Heaven' Featuring Tinashe
Shygirl Announces Deluxe Album 'Nymph_o' & Shares 'Heaven' Featuring Tinashe
March 15, 2023

The accompanying video, directed by Actual Objects, is a surreal representation of the song's otherworldly and utopian atmosphere. The track follows Shygirl's collaboration with Sega Bodega and Björk for a remix of Björk's 'Ovule.' Björk is also featured on Shygirl's deluxe album in addition to Arca, Erika de Casier, Eartheater and more.

The Dirty Shirts Thrills With New Single 'HEART ATTACK'
The Dirty Shirts Thrills With New Single 'HEART ATTACK'
March 15, 2023

Alternative rockers The Dirty Shirts have returned with the release of their explosive new single “HEART ATTACK.” The track was produced by Jeff Saenz (Leon Bridges, Reverend Horton Heat, Nikki Lane), engineered by Joel Raif, and recorded at Modern Electric Sound Recorders in Dallas, Texas.

London Singer-Songwriter Eloise Debuts New Single 'Therapist'
London Singer-Songwriter Eloise Debuts New Single 'Therapist'
March 15, 2023

23-year-old London-based singer-songwriter Eloise releases her latest single, “Therapist.” Born in the UK and raised in Normandy, Eloise spent her formative years absorbing her parents’ record collections, which ranged from Jim Croce, The Eagles and Joni Mitchell to the musicals of Steven Sondheim.

Elegance Bratton to Be Honored At 2023 Outfest Fusion QTBIPOC Film Festival
Elegance Bratton to Be Honored At 2023 Outfest Fusion QTBIPOC Film Festival
March 15, 2023

The 2023 Fusion Achievement Award, which recognizes an individual who has made a significant contribution to LGBTQ+ visibility in stories, arts and media, will honor Outfest alum Elegance Bratton recognizing his many accomplishments, including his now award-winning, A24-produced narrative feature The Inspection.

Skeleten Signs To 2MR & Releases 'Teenager Of The Year'
Skeleten Signs To 2MR & Releases 'Teenager Of The Year'
March 15, 2023

Skeleten is music for the moment. Emotive but understated, entrancing but genuine. The Sydney producer / multi-instrumentalist (real name Russell Fitzgibbon) is a master at building a space for the listener to step out of time. Since the project’s upstart, Skeleten has earned early support from the likes of Logic1000, Hot Chip, DJ Seinfeld.

Sabrina Kennedy Announces Debut EP 'Wheel Of The Year'
Sabrina Kennedy Announces Debut EP 'Wheel Of The Year'
March 15, 2023

‘Magic & Mayhem’ is a bold pop rock track where punchy punk riffs pair with Sabrina’s grand vocals delivering spellbinding melodies and magnetic hooks. The song has been quick to prove a hit and has received strong acclaim including being featured in the Kerrang Chart, highlighting the best new music of the week.

Wilderado's Announce First Live Album 'Surefire (Live From Tulsa)!'
Wilderado's Announce First Live Album 'Surefire (Live From Tulsa)!'
March 15, 2023

The LP is a collection of recordings from Wilderado’s extensive time on the road over the last year and a half and was mixed by Ryan Hewitt (Lumineers, Kacey Musgraves, Brandi Carlile), who also mixed the band’s self-titled debut LP that was released in October 2021. Their single “Surefire (Live From Tulsa)” is out now.

Annika Bennett Releases New Single 'Lose A Friend' & Is Set To Perform Songs From Upcoming EP At Shows In LA & NYC
Annika Bennett Releases New Single 'Lose A Friend' & Is Set To Perform Songs From Upcoming EP At Shows In LA & NYC
March 15, 2023

Hills Artists artist Annika Bennet will share her new single “Lose A Friend” and other new music from her forthcoming EP at two live performances this month. Both the single and EP were co-produced by Annika and Jonah Shy (Dermot Kennedy, Shawn Mendes, Role Model, Camila Cabello, Fletcher etc.).

Video: Fox Shares TMZ INVESTIGATES: 9/11: THE FIFTH PLANE First Look
Video: Fox Shares TMZ INVESTIGATES: 9/11: THE FIFTH PLANE First Look
March 15, 2023

The all-new special TMZ Investigates: 9/11: The Fifth Plane investigates what could have been a fifth plane being targeted by hijackers on 9/11, with interviews from the flight attendants, the pilot and others who believe their plane may have become a weapon of mass destruction. Watch the first look video now!

Charity Lawson Named THE BACHELORETTE for Season 20
Charity Lawson Named THE BACHELORETTE for Season 20
March 15, 2023

Following her heartbreaking departure after her hometown date on Zach Shallcross’ season of “The Bachelor,” Charity Lawson’s journey to find love will continue when she steps in as the leading woman for the upcoming 20th season of “The Bachelorette.” The captivating 27-year-old will begin handing out roses when the series returns this summer.

Atom Egoyan's SEVEN VEILS With Amanda Seyfried Rounds Out Cast
Atom Egoyan's SEVEN VEILS With Amanda Seyfried Rounds Out Cast
March 15, 2023

Douglas Smith (Big Little Lies, Don’t Worry Darling), Mark O’Brien (Perry Mason, Arrival), Rebecca Liddiard (Alias Grace, Run This Town) and Vinessa Antoine (Diggstown, Ginny & Georgia) have been cast opposite Amanda Seyfried (The Dropout, Mank, Les Misérables) in SEVEN VEILS, a new feature film from acclaimed filmmaker Atom Egoya.

JARED FROM SUBWAY: CATCHING A MONSTER Premiered as ID's Highest-Rated Telecast In Over Two Years
JARED FROM SUBWAY: CATCHING A MONSTER Premiered as ID's Highest-Rated Telecast In Over Two Years
March 15, 2023

Jared From Subway: Catching a Monster — ID’s explosive three-part docuseries revealing the shocking, previously untold story behind the investigation that exposed internationally renowned pitchman Jared Fogle as a dangerous child sex predator led ID to rank as the #1 cable network excluding sports.

Stephen Carlile Stars in PERFECTLY GOOD MOMENT, Premiering at Sarasota Film Festival
Stephen Carlile Stars in PERFECTLY GOOD MOMENT, Premiering at Sarasota Film Festival
March 15, 2023

The film stars Broadway’s Stephen Carlile (The Lion King) in his cinematic debut and Amanda Jane Stern (1 Angry Black Man, Lifetime's Amish Witches). It marks Stern's first feature screenwriting credit from a story she co-wrote with producer Julian Seltzer (HBO’s DMX: Don't Try to Understand, and House of Hammer for Discovery+).

Epiphone Releases Chris Stapleton Frontier Acoustic Guitar
Epiphone Releases Chris Stapleton Frontier Acoustic Guitar
March 14, 2023

Epiphone is proud to debut a partnership with acclaimed musician and songwriter, Chris Stapleton, with the new Epiphone Chris Stapleton Frontier. A rare Epiphone acoustic guitar, made in the USA and hand-crafted in the storied Gibson Acoustic factory in Bozeman, Montana by Gibson’s expert acoustic luthiers.

Pieta Brown and JT Bates Team Up For New Pair Of Singles
Pieta Brown and JT Bates Team Up For New Pair Of Singles
March 14, 2023

Pieta Brown and drummer and producer JT Bates (Bonny Light Horseman, Big Red Machine, Taylor Swift) have teamed up for a new pair of singles titled “In This World” and “Thing or 2.” The tracks were mixed by Tucker Martine (Madison Cunningham, Calexico, My Morning Jacket) and mastered by Huntley Miller (The Cactus Blossoms, Sylvan Esso, Bon Iver).

Love & Rockets Announce Spring Tour Dates
Love & Rockets Announce Spring Tour Dates
March 14, 2023

Forming in 1985 after the first split of their band Bauhaus, Love and Rockets provided a clean slate and an opportunity to plumb the depths of imagination and influences. Named after the underground comic by the Hernandez brothers, the band made seven records over the course of thirteen years.

BMG/BBR Music Group Signs The Frontmen: Richie McDonald, Tim Rushlow and Larry Stewart
BMG/BBR Music Group Signs The Frontmen: Richie McDonald, Tim Rushlow and Larry Stewart
March 14, 2023

The trio of Richie McDonald, formerly of Lonestar, Tim Rushlow, formerly of Little Texas, and Larry Stewart of Restless Heart boasts a collective arsenal of 30 No. 1 hit songs and over 30 million records sold. The three country vets will release new music this year as well as re-record new versions of their greatest hits.

Breakout Alt-Pop Artist Akini Jing Releases New Single 'Pump Up'
Breakout Alt-Pop Artist Akini Jing Releases New Single 'Pump Up'
March 14, 2023

The pulsating, high-energy track continues to display Akini’s unique brand of pop, which led to GQ listing the disrupter among their “Most Exciting Musicians of 2021.”  Boasting elements of electronic, synth-pop, and R&B, “Pump Up,” marks Akini’s first official release of 2023. The new single follows 2022's concept album, Endless Farewell.

95th Oscars on ABC Draws 18.7 Million Total Viewers and Hits 4.0 Rating With Adults 18-49
95th Oscars on ABC Draws 18.7 Million Total Viewers and Hits 4.0 Rating With Adults 18-49
March 14, 2023

The 95th Oscars on ABC drew an average audience of 18.7 million Total Viewers and scored a 4.0 rating among Adults 18-49 based on Fast National Live+Same Day program data. “The Oscars” built over last year’s broadcast (on 3/27/22) by 12% in Total Viewers (18.7 million vs. 16.7 million) and by 5% in Adults 18-49 (4.0 rating vs. 3.8 rating).

Video: MGM+ Shares THE PORTABLE DOOR Trailer
Video: MGM+ Shares THE PORTABLE DOOR Trailer
March 14, 2023

The comedy stars multi-time Golden Globe nominee Sam Neill (Peter Rabbit, Jurassic Park) and Patrick Gibson (The OA, Tolkien),  joining two-time Academy Award winner Christoph Waltz (Django Unchained, No Time to Die) and Sophie Wilde (Eden, You Don’t Know Me). Watch the new video trailer now!



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