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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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Fleet Foxes Announce 2023 North American Tour
Fleet Foxes Announce 2023 North American Tour
February 16, 2023

Fleet Foxes will return to the road for a summer North American tour, which will begin June 13 in Cleveland and feature support from Uwade. The itinerary includes three previously announced shows with My Morning Jacket in August, marking the first time the two bands have ever shared a stage.

The Used Announce New Album 'Toxic Positivity'
The Used Announce New Album 'Toxic Positivity'
February 16, 2023

Rock icons The Used announced their upcoming tenth studio album Toxic Positivity, out May 19 via Big Noise. The Used is Bert McCracken (Vocals), Jepha (Bass), Dan Whitesides (Drums) and Joey Bradford (Guitar). Pre-save the new album now!

Restored SWEET CHARITY Film to Play at the Film Forum in New York
Restored SWEET CHARITY Film to Play at the Film Forum in New York
February 16, 2023

Original Broadway choreographer Fosse transitions from stage to screen in his movie-directing debut, with music and lyrics by Great American Songbook legends Cy Coleman and Dorothy Fields. Shirley MacLaine stars as Charity Hope Valentine – the dancehall hostess with a heart of gold, despite her losing streak in love.

Belinda Carlisle Announces 'Decades' Summer Tour Dates
Belinda Carlisle Announces 'Decades' Summer Tour Dates
February 16, 2023

The trek begins on July 1st in Peachtree City, GA and will hit New York, San Francisco, Las Vegas and other towns and cities before winding down in her hometown of Los Angeles August 27th at The Greek Theatre.  Most tickets go on sale Friday, February 17th but some venues will have different on sale dates.

VIDEO: Watch a Musical Theatre Legend Be Un-Masked on THE MASKED SINGER
VIDEO: Watch a Musical Theatre Legend Be Un-Masked on THE MASKED SINGER
February 16, 2023

On the latest episode of The Masked Singer, a five-time Emmy, Tony and Grammy Award winning musical theatre legend was revealed the be the 'Gnome.' Watch videos of the episode to see who was behind the mask!

HELLO MARY Share New Single 'Special Treat'
HELLO MARY Share New Single 'Special Treat'
February 16, 2023

Hello Mary - which was produced by Bryce Goggin (Pavement /Luna) - references alternative rock of the nineties alongside Elliott Smith and Jeff Buckley as influences, heard most vividly on the album’s simmering closer “Burn it Out,” but their contemporaries are bands like Palberta, Spirit of the Beehive, and Palehound.

Kosaya Gora Share 'Tell Me Dove' Single
Kosaya Gora Share 'Tell Me Dove' Single
February 16, 2023

On Kosogor, Kosaya Gora embrace a spirit of curiosity and with no specific plan, the two took inspiration from all over during its sessions, likening their process to that of Gray, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Michael Holman’s experimental band of non-professional musicians and artists.

Cat Clyde Unveils 'Everywhere I Go' Single
Cat Clyde Unveils 'Everywhere I Go' Single
February 16, 2023

New single “Everywhere I Go” is a bouncy slice of indie-rock that debuted with The Bluegrass Situation. Arriving alongside a new video, the breathtaking coming-of-age track touches on the realization of having to let some things go and hold other things close. That the duality of difficult experiences are often opportunities for growth.

Depeche Mode Announce 29 Additional North American Dates on the 'Memento Mori' World Tour
Depeche Mode Announce 29 Additional North American Dates on the 'Memento Mori' World Tour
February 16, 2023

Newly announced tour stops include Austin’s Moody Center, Vancouver’s Rogers Arena, additional New York City shows at Madison Square Garden and Barclays Center, Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena and more, and concluding with a multi-night run in Los Angeles at the Kia Forum and Crypto.com Arena.

VIDEO: Paramore Release Running Out of Time Music Video
VIDEO: Paramore Release Running Out of Time Music Video
February 16, 2023

Following the release of their sixth studio album This is Why, beloved band Paramore have dropped a music video for their latest single “Running Out Of Time.” Directed by Ivanna Borin, the video follows the band through a trippy and colorful dreamscape and includes a fashion tribute to punk originator Vivienne Westwood. Plus, check out tour dates!

VIDEO: Kelela Drops Brand New Music Video for 'Enough for Love'
VIDEO: Kelela Drops Brand New Music Video for 'Enough for Love'
February 16, 2023

Kelela has something new to say. Or rather, new ways to express what people really think, but too often, dare not say. For 2023’s RAVEN, the singer-songwriter is delivering 15 new songs and imploring listeners to go even deeper into themselves. Vulnerability and radical surrender are the tentpoles of love, romantic or otherwise. Watch the video!

BLOOD & MONEY Docu-Series From Dick Wolfe to Premiere on CNBC
BLOOD & MONEY Docu-Series From Dick Wolfe to Premiere on CNBC
February 16, 2023

The all-new ripped from the headlines unscripted series features real stories, real people and real investigations of greed and murder, told through Wolf’s unique lens. Utilizing signature franchise elements including the distinctive narrator and iconic “Dun-Dun,” each of the ten, one-hour episodes spotlight the detectives and prosecutors.

VIDEO: Elizabeth Olsen Stars in LOVE & DEATH Series Trailer For HBO Max
VIDEO: Elizabeth Olsen Stars in LOVE & DEATH Series Trailer For HBO Max
February 16, 2023

This riveting drama, written by David E. Kelley and directed by Lesli Linka Glatter, tells the true story of Candy and Pat Montgomery and Betty and Allan Gore. The cast includes Elizabeth Olsen, Jesse Plemons, Lily Rabe, Patrick Fugit, Krysten Ritter, Tom Pelphrey,  Keir Gilchrist and Elizabeth Marvel. Watch the new video trailer now!

Winter Shares Water From Your Eyes Remix of 'good' Feat. SASAMI
Winter Shares Water From Your Eyes Remix of 'good' Feat. SASAMI
February 16, 2023

Winter has teamed up with Water From Your Eyes for a remix of her song “good” feat. SASAMI, a highlight off last years’ album What Kind of Blue Are You?. The reimagined track breaks down the components of the original, foregrounding SASAMI’s harmonies, and amplifying the song's hypnotic qualities into a heady, motorik ride.

JakoJako Shares New Track 'Opak'
JakoJako Shares New Track 'Opak'
February 16, 2023

Kočer’s passion for electronics began with an urge to play with sound and a desire to learn more about the world of modular systems and patch cables. Before long she had progressed into performing regular live sets, had a Berghain Residency and a position at Berlin electronic music institution, SchneidersLaden. 

Nickel Creek Releases New Song 'Holding Pattern'
Nickel Creek Releases New Song 'Holding Pattern'
February 16, 2023

Across the 18 tracks, the group addresses love, friendship and time with lyrics both poetic and plain-spoken, as they see bridges built, crossed, burned and rebuilt. Recorded at Nashville’s RCA Studio A, the album was produced by longtime collaborator Eric Valentine (Queens of the Stone Age, Grace Potter, Weezer) and features Mike Elizondo on bass.

The Get Right Band Share Single 'Generation Happy Or Dead' Ahead of LP
The Get Right Band Share Single 'Generation Happy Or Dead' Ahead of LP
February 16, 2023

Asheville, NC-based psych rock trio The Get Right Band share funky, powerful track 'Generation Happy or Dead' out everywhere now. The high energy indie rock song, along with its poignant lyric video, is an anthem for generations to fight against apathy, to choose happiness. It's from the band's cinematic, timely LP iTopia.

SYML Confirms North American Tour Dates
SYML Confirms North American Tour Dates
February 16, 2023

SYML confirms spring and summer headline dates in select cities across North America. Following a run of European performances, the tour will bring the artist to New York’s Racket, Washington D.C.’s Union Stage, Los Angeles’ Belasco Theater and more. The tour celebrates The Day My Father Died, the sophomore album from SYML.

The Hails Release New Single 'Breathless'
The Hails Release New Single 'Breathless'
February 16, 2023

Five-piece indie outfit The Hails unveil their next single “Breathless,” and set a run of upcoming tour dates supporting The Happy Fits. Dreamily sliding from a leisurely guitar-driven stroll into a swanky groove, “Breathless” tier by tier climbs in intricacy until a sharp, punctuated ending on an exhale.

Worriers Share New Single 'Prepared to Forget'
Worriers Share New Single 'Prepared to Forget'
February 16, 2023

Worriers share the new track “Prepared to Forget” from their fourth album. The band has also revealed several new tour dates alongside a new touring lineup, which includes Atom Willard (drums), Dominic Angelella (bass), and Frank Piegaro (guitar). See below for the full list of dates, all of which feature support from Lizdelise.



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