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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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Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness Releases New Single 'Nobody Tells You When You're Young'
Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness Releases New Single 'Nobody Tells You When You're Young'
February 22, 2023

Veteran indie-pop singer-songwriter-pianist Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness is gearing up for the release of his new studio album, Tilt At The Wind No More, next month and has released one more offering from the forthcoming collection with the piano ballad, “Nobody Tells You When You’re Young.” Plus, check out tour dates!

Bratmobile Announces First Public Performance in Over 20 Years
Bratmobile Announces First Public Performance in Over 20 Years
February 22, 2023

Singer Allison Wolfe and drummer Molly Neuman will be joined by Rose Melberg on guitar (Tiger Trap, the Softies), Audrey Marrs on keys (Mocket, Bratmobile 2.0 live, Oscar-winning filmmaker) and Marty Key on bass (Ted Leo & the Pharmacists, Steady Sounds, Young Pioneers) for the performance.

The Blessed Madonna Releases 'Shades of Love feat. The Joy'
The Blessed Madonna Releases 'Shades of Love feat. The Joy'
February 22, 2023

Last year saw Parisian electro-pop chanteuse Uffie provide vocals on the celebratory “Serotonin Moonbeams,” last week it was Chicago house icon Jamie Principle on the anthemic 'We Still Believe' and on 'Shades of Love' it’s Durban’s The Joy who lend their tightly wound vocal harmonies and melodies to create yet another energetic track.

K. Michelle Joins Justin Champagne On 'Country Love Song'
K. Michelle Joins Justin Champagne On 'Country Love Song'
February 22, 2023

Having built his name in countrified hip hop and toured with the likes of Snoop Dogg, TPain, and Warren G; hip hop, R&B fused, pop tinged, country-esque rapper Justin Champagne teams up with soulful R&B queen K. Michelle to blur the lines like no other with his newest single “Country Love Song.”

Showtime to Premiere WACO: THE AFTERMATH Starring Michael Shannon
Showtime to Premiere WACO: THE AFTERMATH Starring Michael Shannon
February 22, 2023

Coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the tragic events at Mt. Carmel that began on February 28, 1993, WACO: THE AFTERMATH focuses on the fallout of the Waco disaster: the trials of the surviving members of the Branch Davidian sect and the rise of homegrown terrorist, Timothy McVeigh.

Photo: Sam Smith Teases AND JUST LIKE THAT... Season Two Cameo
Photo: Sam Smith Teases AND JUST LIKE THAT... Season Two Cameo
February 22, 2023

Sam Smith has teased their appearance on the second season of HBO Max's popular Sex and the City revival, And Just Like That. 'Up to something unholy on set,' Smith revealed posing near their trailer on set. The photos were also shared by the series' official Instagram account. Check out the photos now!

VIDEO: Lea Michele & Julie Benko Featured on THE SIMPSONS
VIDEO: Lea Michele & Julie Benko Featured on THE SIMPSONS
February 22, 2023

Funny Girl stars Lea Michele and Julie Benko's names were featured on a recent episode of The Simpsons. During the episode, several cars pulled up to a crime scene, two of which read 'Fanny Brice Imitations.' One of the cars was labeled as Lea Michele and the other was labeled as Julie Benko. Watch a video clip from the episode now!

When We Were Young Festival Adds Second Date
When We Were Young Festival Adds Second Date
February 22, 2023

With an epic pop-punk twist, next year’s bill delivers a colossal collection of the all-star bands that perfected the genre, including headliners Blink-182, featuring reunited original members Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge and Travis Barker and one of the most influential bands of the genre, Green Day.

San Cisco Return with Brand New Single 'Lost Without You'
San Cisco Return with Brand New Single 'Lost Without You'
February 22, 2023

Recorded between Fremantle & LA, “Lost Without You” is a collaboration with producer James Ireland (Pond, Cuco) and the first taste of what’s to come from the ongoing collaboration for their forthcoming album. The track was also mixed by Grammy award winning engineer Neal H. Pogue (Steve Lacy, Tyler The Creator, Outkast).

Loveless Signs Worldwide Deal With BMG
Loveless Signs Worldwide Deal With BMG
February 22, 2023

Loveless, comprised of multi-instrumentalist Dylan Tirapelli-Jamail and vocalist/producer Julian Comeau, offer a unique blend of emo, alt-pop, and high-velocity hard rock. The duo first met in 2019 and released their debut single “Better” in April 2020 just as COVID lockdown restrictions began to go into full force.

Joe Perry Announces April Tour Dates for 'The Joe Perry Project'
Joe Perry Announces April Tour Dates for 'The Joe Perry Project'
February 22, 2023

Joe Perry has announced his first set of tour dates this year for The Joe Perry Project. The tour kicks off on April 15 in Mashantucket, CT and concludes on April 26 in Los Angeles at The Novo. He will make stops at New York City’s Webster Hall on April 18 and play a hometown show at the House of Blues in Boston on April 16.

NANNA to Drop Debut Solo Album 'How To Start A Garden' in May
NANNA to Drop Debut Solo Album 'How To Start A Garden' in May
February 22, 2023

Produced by Nanna alongside collaborators Aaron Dessner (The National, Taylor Swift) and Josh Kaufman (​Bonny Light Horseman, War on Drugs, Hiss Golden Messenger), How To Start A Garden features 11 tracks including “Crybaby,” the second release from the collection, available now.

Moon Taxi Releases New Single 'Classics'
Moon Taxi Releases New Single 'Classics'
February 22, 2023

Indie alt-rockers Moon Taxi have released their new single “Classics,” out now via 12th South Records. Equal parts fresh and nostalgic, “Classics” is an ode to the songs we all find ourselves singing along to while reminiscing on simpler times and moments that have ultimately shaped us into who we are now.

THE LOW TONE CLUB Now Streaming on Disney+
THE LOW TONE CLUB Now Streaming on Disney+
February 22, 2023

“The Low Tone Club” follows the story of Amaranto Molina (Vives), an unconventional music teacher who starts teaching at a music school that only encourages students who do well by commercial success standards. Every year Principal Eduardo Kramer (Julián Arango), chooses five students, nicknamed The High Tone.

LES MISERABLES Staged Concert With Michael Ball, Carrie Hope Fletcher & More to Air on PBS
LES MISERABLES Staged Concert With Michael Ball, Carrie Hope Fletcher & More to Air on PBS
February 22, 2023

Featuring an all-star cast including Michael Ball, Alfie Boe, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Matt Lucas and John Owen Jones, LES MISÉRABLES: THE STAGED CONCERT coincides with the musical's 35th triumphant year in London’s West End. It features “I Dreamed a Dream,” “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More” and “On My Own.” 

French Artist November Ultra Announces North American Debut Tour
French Artist November Ultra Announces North American Debut Tour
February 22, 2023

The French artist November Ultra announces her debut North American tour, after having shared her debut album Bedroom Walls with the world via Republic Records. Nova’s 10-city tour will start on June 15th in Vancouver and will go through the West Coast, over to Chicago to the East Coast, and end at Toronto’s The Drake Underground.

Tokischa, Sech, Chimbala & Sango to Perform at the Inaugural Tamarindo Festival
Tokischa, Sech, Chimbala & Sango to Perform at the Inaugural Tamarindo Festival
February 22, 2023

The team behind one of Washington DC’s premiere festivals, Broccoli City, has announced their partnership with DC-based cultural platform, Adobo DMV. Together, they have announced the inaugural “Tamarindo Festival” in partnership with Live Nation Urban. The one-day Latin festival will take place at RFK Stadium Festival Grounds in Washington, DC.

Indie Duo CHAMPS Have Found 'What Heaven Is Looking For'
Indie Duo CHAMPS Have Found 'What Heaven Is Looking For'
February 22, 2023

UK indie duo CHAMPS, comprised of brothers Michael and David Champion, share the next single from their forthcoming fourth studio album Ride The Morning Glass. “What Heaven Is Looking For,” joins previously released singles “Adeleine,” “My Baby Lorraine,” and  “All The Wrong Places.”

Easy Star All-Stars Share Cosmic New Single 'Moonage Daydream' With Naomi Cowan & Alex Lifeson (Rush)
Easy Star All-Stars Share Cosmic New Single 'Moonage Daydream' With Naomi Cowan & Alex Lifeson (Rush)
February 22, 2023

Michael Goldwasser, producer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist of the band says, “This has been my favorite tune on the Bowie album since I first started listening as a teenager. In light of that, it’s interesting that it’s the song that I changed most radically by simplifying the chord progression and pedaling on one bass line for the entire track.'

Covet Announce New Album 'Catharsis'
Covet Announce New Album 'Catharsis'
February 22, 2023

A preview of the 8-song, Scott Evans (Thrice, Samiam) produced collection arrives with the release of “Firebird,” a track Yvette says she hopes will take listeners on a “total melodic joyride.” A Tom Flynn-directed video debuted this morning, with the clip reflecting the origin of the song. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!



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