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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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Avalon Emerson & the Charm Announces Self-Titled Debut Album
Avalon Emerson & the Charm Announces Self-Titled Debut Album
March 1, 2023

Emerson now stands as one of underground dance music's revered figures, beloved by fans for her melody-rich, genre-agnostic selections. Her production work employs a similarly free-flowing philosophy; as such, she’s remixed the likes of Slowdive, Robyn, Four Tet, Christine and the Queens, and Octo Octa, among many others.

Ed Sheeran Announces New Album '-'
Ed Sheeran Announces New Album '-'
March 1, 2023

'-' is the result of Sheeran pushing the boundaries of his songcraft, as he delivers the most profound songwriting of his career. Teaming-up with Aaron Dessner (The National) on writing and production after the pair joined forces following an introduction from mutual friend Taylor Swift, Ed and Aaron began crafting the album in February last year.

HBO Acquires HOW DO YOU MEASURE A YEAR? Documentary
HBO Acquires HOW DO YOU MEASURE A YEAR? Documentary
February 28, 2023

HBO Documentary Films has acquired worldwide and television streaming rights to the Academy Award®- nominated documentary short, HOW DO YOU MEASURE A YEAR?, from longtime HBO collaborator Jay Rosenblatt (HBO’s “When We Were Bullies,” “Phantom Limb,” “The Darkness of Day,” “Human Remains”).

Hardy Releases Exclusive Apple Music Session
Hardy Releases Exclusive Apple Music Session
February 28, 2023

Reimagining two pivotal catalog cuts - current Top 10 single 'wait in the truck' feat. reigning CMA New Artist and Female Artist of the Year Lainey Wilson and 2020 debut album title track, 'A ROCK' - alongside a gritty cover of Stone Temple Pilots staple 'Big Empty,' the country / rock barrier-breaker is building out both sides.

Photos: Michael B. Jordan & More Attend CREED III Premiere in L.A.
Photos: Michael B. Jordan & More Attend CREED III Premiere in L.A.
February 28, 2023

It was a star-studded night celebrating Michael B. Jordan’s directorial debut with co-stars Wood Harris, Mila Davis-Kent and Phylicia Rashad also gracing the red carpet alongside Selenis Leyva, Spence Moore II, Thaddeus James Mixson, Jr., and José Benavidez. Check out photos from the premiere now!

Cody Jinks Named Music Row's 2023 Independent Artist of the Year
Cody Jinks Named Music Row's 2023 Independent Artist of the Year
February 28, 2023

The accolade adds to a historic year for Jinks, who recently launched his label, Late August Records, in an unprecedented deal with The Orchard. The label will continue to be led by Jinks and his longtime manager, Arthur Penhallow, Jr., with the addition of Stephanie Hudacek leading the label’s new Nashville office. 

UK Dance Breakout Eliza Rose Follows #1 Hit 'B.O.T.A' with New Single 'Better Love'
UK Dance Breakout Eliza Rose Follows #1 Hit 'B.O.T.A' with New Single 'Better Love'
February 28, 2023

Produced by Mura Masa, this uplifting and giddy garage single premiered this morning by Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1 and is featured on New Music Daily on Apple Music. The track lands just in time for spring – a sunshine bubbler to drive to with the roof down, Eliza Rose gives listeners a pure unadulterated reason to bounce and bop.

Enrico Sangiuliano Announces Collab With Charlotte de Witte
Enrico Sangiuliano Announces Collab With Charlotte de Witte
February 28, 2023

Enrico Sangiuliano, announces the next conceptual study in NINETOZERO’s transient reality. The forthcoming opus welcomes the irrefutable talents of Charlotte de Witte, marking the pair’s second collaboration to date and the third release in the label’s countdown.

SEEKING BROTHER HUSBAND to Premiere in March on TLC
SEEKING BROTHER HUSBAND to Premiere in March on TLC
February 28, 2023

Follow four polyandrous relationships in various stages and their quests for more love in TLC’s new series SEEKING BROTHER HUSBAND. The show will document the ups and downs of adding additional husbands into family life and everything that happens in between as couples navigate boundaries and life-changing decisions.

LA via Paris' Pearl & The Oysters Announce Album 'Coast 2 Coast'
LA via Paris' Pearl & The Oysters Announce Album 'Coast 2 Coast'
February 28, 2023

Juliette Pearl Davis and Joachim Polack aren’t just musical collaborators – they've connected with artists including Lætitia Sadier (Stereolab), Riley Geare (Unknown Mortal Orchestra), Alan Palomo (Neon Indian), Dent May, and Alex Brettin (Mild High Club) who contributed to their first record for Stones Throw, Coast 2 Coast. 

VIDEO: Apple TV+ Debuts Trailer for New Episodes of THE PROBLEM WITH JON STEWART
VIDEO: Apple TV+ Debuts Trailer for New Episodes of THE PROBLEM WITH JON STEWART
February 28, 2023

This season, Stewart also sits down with General David Petraeus to discuss defense; State Senator Nathan Dahm (R-OK) about crimes and guns; Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA) about prison reform and rehabilitation, and for the first time ever the series will travel abroad for Stewart to speak with foreign policy leaders. Watch the video trailer!

Chlöe Bailey Announces First-Ever North American Headline Tour
Chlöe Bailey Announces First-Ever North American Headline Tour
February 28, 2023

Singer/songwriter/producer Chlöe shares her first-ever live shows in celebration of her debut album In Pieces, releasing on March 31st. The R&B songstress will begin The In Pieces tour on April 11th in Chicago and includes stops in New York, Atlanta and more before concluding in Los Angeles on May 3rd.

VIDEO: Hulu Shares UP HERE Musical Series Trailer Starring Andréa Burns, Katie Finneran & More
VIDEO: Hulu Shares UP HERE Musical Series Trailer Starring Andréa Burns, Katie Finneran & More
February 28, 2023

Hulu has debuted the official trailer for the upcoming musical romantic comedy series, 'Up Here,' starring Mae Whitman and Carlos Valdes. The series, which hails from Steven Levenson (“tick, tick...BOOM!'), Thomas Kail (“Hamilton”), Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez (“Frozen”). Watch the new video trailer now!

A Cappella Group Straight No Chaser Announces Yacht Rock Tour This Summer
A Cappella Group Straight No Chaser Announces Yacht Rock Tour This Summer
February 28, 2023

Kicking off at The Wolftrap in Vienna, VA on June 21, the voyage winds its way through the US concluding at Verona, NY’s Turning Stone Casino on July 14.  Chart-topping yacht rock pioneers Ambrosia (“How Much I Feel,” “Biggest Part Of Me,” “You’re The Only Woman,” and “Holdin’ On To Yesterday”) will appear on select dates.

Jenna Fischer Joins MEAN GIRLS Movie Musical
Jenna Fischer Joins MEAN GIRLS Movie Musical
February 28, 2023

Jenna Fischer has joined the cast of the Mean Girls movie musical. Fischer will play Ms. Heron, Cady Heron's mom. She joins the previously announced Tina Fey, Tim Meadows, Angourie Rice, Auli'i Cravalho, Jaquel Spivey, Avantika, Bebe Wood, Christopher Briney, and Reneé Rapp reprising her Broadway role as Regina George.

Peacock and REELZ Partner on New Streaming Deal Encompassing Live Linear Channel and VOD
Peacock and REELZ Partner on New Streaming Deal Encompassing Live Linear Channel and VOD
February 28, 2023

Peacock is expanding its content portfolio with the addition of new streaming partner REELZ, the independent television network best known for hit docuseries “On Patrol: Live” (OPL). Peacock Premium and Premium Plus subscribers will be able to watch REELZ Channel on platform as well as have on-demand access to new “OPL” episodes next-day.

Oscar-Nominated Song 'Naatu Naatu' To Be Performed at the 95th Oscars
Oscar-Nominated Song 'Naatu Naatu' To Be Performed at the 95th Oscars
February 28, 2023

The Oscar-nominated song “Naatu Naatu” from “RRR” will be performed at the Oscars, executive producers and showrunners Glenn Weiss and Ricky Kirshner. “Naatu Naatu,” with music by M.M. Keeravaani and lyric by Chandrabose, is nominated for Original Song. Singers Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava will make their Oscars debut performing the song.

Oblivion Access Festival Announces Full 2023 Music Lineup
Oblivion Access Festival Announces Full 2023 Music Lineup
February 28, 2023

Austin’s Oblivion Access Festival, the independent festival founded and produced by Dusty Brooks and Dorian Domi, revealed the full festival lineup featuring newly added headliners Faust, who are celebrating 50+ years as a band, Duster, who will perform for the first time ever in Texas, TR/ST, Clipping. & Earth, who will perform the album Earth.

Lizzy McAlpine's 'Ceilings' Debuts on Billboard's Hot 100
Lizzy McAlpine's 'Ceilings' Debuts on Billboard's Hot 100
February 28, 2023

Lizzy McAlpine is debuting on the Billboard Hot 100 with her breakout hit “ceilings” at No. 75. The song continues to see week over week growth with nearly 90 million streams and counting, and is also being featured on Spotify’s biggest playlist, “Today’s Top Hits.” Watch the new Gus Black-directed video for “ceilings” now.

The Inaugural Big Easy Cruise Announces Lineup
The Inaugural Big Easy Cruise Announces Lineup
February 28, 2023

Concerts featuring the roots and offshoots of American music will fill the days and nights with performances by Little Feat, Tab Benoit, Samantha Fish, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Leo Nocentelli from The Meters, Anders Osborne, Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen, Tuba Skinny, John Boutté, Rockin’ Dopsie Jr. & The Zydeco Twisters, and more.



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