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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

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Hairspray

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Chiiild Unveils Latest Track 'Antidote' From New Album 'Better Luck in the Next Life'
Chiiild Unveils Latest Track 'Antidote' From New Album 'Better Luck in the Next Life'
February 8, 2023

Chiiild first announced Better Luck in the Next Life with the release of his single “Bon Voyage.” The track offered a first glimpse into the album, which serves as an in-depth exploration of creative freedom, personal equilibrium, and a return home. Chiiild followed this up by releasing his next single “You Get Me (A Final Word).'

Louis Tomlinson's ALL OF THOSE VOICE to Come to Theaters in March
Louis Tomlinson's ALL OF THOSE VOICE to Come to Theaters in March
February 8, 2023

Louis Tomlinson has has announced the cinema release date and ticketing details for his highly-anticipated and emotive documentary film, All Of Those Voices. In partnership with 78 Productions, Trafalgar Releasing will bring All Of Those Voices to cinemas worldwide on Wednesday, March 22 for a limited time only.

Rising Swedish Pop Act Shy Martin Reveals Details of Her Debut Album 'Late Night Thoughts'
Rising Swedish Pop Act Shy Martin Reveals Details of Her Debut Album 'Late Night Thoughts'
February 8, 2023

Rising Swedish pop act shy martin (Sara Hjellström) unveils the release date of her debut album late night thoughts and releases the project’s title track and its accompanying lyric video. At the end of 2022, shy released the first single off of her highly anticipated album, “wish I didn’t know you” along with an accompanying official video.

Bird Streets Releases Latest Single 'Let You Down' Produced by Michael Lockwood, Zach Jones (Sting), Pat Sansone (Wilco)
Bird Streets Releases Latest Single 'Let You Down' Produced by Michael Lockwood, Zach Jones (Sting), Pat Sansone (Wilco)
February 8, 2023

Brooklyn’s Bird Streets releases their latest single “Let You Down” featuring members from Wilco, Sting and A Great Big World. Bird Streets, named NPR Music’s “Artist to Watch,” recorded in Brooklyn with producers Zach Jones (Sting) and Oscar Albis Rodriguez (A Great Big World) and mixed it in Nashville with Pat Sansone (Wilco).

Scott McMicken and THE EVER-EXPANDING Share 'Mountain Lion'
Scott McMicken and THE EVER-EXPANDING Share 'Mountain Lion'
February 8, 2023

Resulting in a collaborative album performed by many people Scott had never met, with McMicken only asking for his longtime friend and collaborator Michael Nau to join the band. THE EVER-EXPANDING also includes Kinsey, Elizabeth Pupo-Walker, Neil Ochoa, Jared Samuel, Zach Tenorio, and Paul Castelluzzo.

VIDEO: Watch a New SCREAM VI Big Game Spot Trailer
VIDEO: Watch a New SCREAM VI Big Game Spot Trailer
February 8, 2023

In Scream VI, Melissa Barrera ('Sam Carpenter'), Jasmin Savoy Brown ('Mindy Meeks-Martin'), Mason Gooding ('Chad Meeks-Martin'), Jenna Ortega ('Tara Carpenter'), Hayden Panettiere ('Kirby Reed'), and Courtney Cox ('Gale Weathers') return to their roles in the franchise. Watch he new video promo now!

Dolly Parton Focused Record of the Month Subscription Coming to Vinyl Me, Please
Dolly Parton Focused Record of the Month Subscription Coming to Vinyl Me, Please
February 8, 2023

Vinyl Me, Please and Dolly Parton will launch a monthly record club devoted to the legendary career and peerless catalog of Dolly Parton. Starting in April 2023, Vinyl Me, Parton will give Dolly Parton fans a monthly connection with Dolly’s catalog on vinyl, with twelve Records of the Month spanning the entirety of Dolly’s recording career.

Flogging Molly to Release ''Til The Anarchy's Restored' EP
Flogging Molly to Release ''Til The Anarchy's Restored' EP
February 8, 2023

The EP features the new single “’Til The Anarchy’s Restored,” with a pair of live performances of classic Flogging Molly tracks “Drunken Lullabies” and “What’s Left of the Flag.” Both songs originally appeared on the 2002 album, Drunken Lullabies, and were recorded with Albini in one take during the Anthem sessions.

VIDEO: First Look at RAPCAVIAR PRESENTS on Hulu
VIDEO: First Look at RAPCAVIAR PRESENTS on Hulu
February 8, 2023

“RapCaviar Presents” is a compelling new documentary series that tackles some of the most provocative issues through the stories of hip-hop visionaries and emerging stars currently ruling the charts and influencing our culture, from City Girls to Tyler, The Creator, Jack Harlow, Polo G, Roddy Ricch, Coi Leray and more. Watch the video now!

VIDEO: Patti LaBelle & Jennifer Hudson Sing 'You Are My Friend' on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
VIDEO: Patti LaBelle & Jennifer Hudson Sing 'You Are My Friend' on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
February 8, 2023

Patti and Jennifer discuss who should play Patti in a movie and she reminisces on past moments with Diana Ross, the Rolling Stones, and Prince before the singers perform a duet of “You Are My Friend.”  Don’t miss Patti and Jennifer sing to audience member Althea celebrating her 103rd birthday on the show! Watch the video clips from the episode now!

Hailey Whitters Drops All-New Apple Music Session
Hailey Whitters Drops All-New Apple Music Session
February 7, 2023

Apple Music Sessions feature some of the world's most prolific artists and emerging artists, all in Spatial Audio. Recorded out of Apple Music's studios around the world, Apple Music Sessions gives artists the opportunity to reimagine and recreate hits from their catalog, and creative covers of beloved classics.

Chicago's FACS Announce New Album 'Still Life In Decay'
Chicago's FACS Announce New Album 'Still Life In Decay'
February 7, 2023

While FACS are a heavy band, they don’t necessarily feel like one— Case’s fluttering, melodic guitar lines are buoyed by the insistent, underlying pulse of an expert rhythm section. Bassist Alianna Kalaba, who stepped in for founding member Jonathan Van Herik in 2018, makes her amicable last stand here with the group.

THE PORTABLE DOOR Coming Exclusively to MGM+ in April
THE PORTABLE DOOR Coming Exclusively to MGM+ in April
February 7, 2023

The Jim Henson Company 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).

Foo Fighters, Weezer & More Join Sea.Hear.Now 2023 Lineup
Foo Fighters, Weezer & More Join Sea.Hear.Now 2023 Lineup
February 7, 2023

Sea.Hear.Now announces an incredible 2023 lineup featuring Foo Fighters, The Killers, Greta Van Fleet, Weezer, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Mt. Joy, Sheryl Crow, The Beach Boys and more. Teams will also feature big wave surfer Will Skudin and legendary ladies Cassidy McClain and Jamie DeWitt, as well as Jersey’s Rob Kelly and more.

Audra McDonald & Myles Frost Join Ava DuVernay's CASTE Film
Audra McDonald & Myles Frost Join Ava DuVernay's CASTE Film
February 7, 2023

Audra McDonald and Myles Frost have joined the cast of Ava DuVernay’s upcoming film Caste: The Origins of our Discontents. The pair will join the previously announced Jasmine Cephas-Jones, Aunjanue Ellis, Niecy Nash, Vera Farmiga, Nick Offerman, Connie Nielsen, and Jon Bernthal.

Jamie Brewer to Lead AMY & THE ORPHANS Film Adaptation
Jamie Brewer to Lead AMY & THE ORPHANS Film Adaptation
February 7, 2023

Jamie Brewer will reprise her role in the film adaptation of the 2018 Off-Broadway play Amy & The Orphans. Lindsey Ferrentino will adapt the play for the big screen, also making her directorial debut with the film. Edward Barbanell will also star in the film as a new role written for the screen.

Tony Winning Set Designer Eugene Lee Passes Away
Tony Winning Set Designer Eugene Lee Passes Away
February 8, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Tony Winner Eugene Lee has passed away. Lee won the Tony Award for Best Set Design in 2004 for Wicked. He was also nominated for a Tony Award for Ragtime. He also served as scenic designer for the original productions of Merrily We Roll Along, Sweeney Todd, and Seussical. 

TOLEDO Announce 'How It Ends [UNRATED EDITION] & Share New Single 'Oak Hill'
TOLEDO Announce 'How It Ends [UNRATED EDITION] & Share New Single 'Oak Hill'
February 7, 2023

How It Ends followed a string of standout 2021 releases including the Jockeys of Love EP, and “Beach Coma,” a Gabe Wax-produced single. The duo, who also work with Jay Som’s Melina Duterte on production and recording work, mixed the track alongside Brandon Shoop, while Grammy-nominated Joe Lambert mastered.

Marisa Anderson Announces International Tour Dates With Charlie Parr, Godspeed You! Black Emperor & More
Marisa Anderson Announces International Tour Dates With Charlie Parr, Godspeed You! Black Emperor & More
February 7, 2023

Following the release of her elemental new album Still, Here last year, luminary guitarist Marisa Anderson has announced international tour dates with Charlie Parr, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, and Bill Callahan, along with a set at Thing in the Spring Festival with her duo with Jim White. Check out the complete list of tour dates!

The Holy Modal Rounders Announce 55th Anniversary Edition Super Deluxe 2xLP
The Holy Modal Rounders Announce 55th Anniversary Edition Super Deluxe 2xLP
February 7, 2023

Don Giovanni Records has announced the upcoming 55th anniversary super deluxe reissue of The Holy Modal Rounders psychedelic masterpiece Indian War Whoop. What started as a psych-folk duo, led by Peter Stampfel and Steve Weber, had picked up actor/playwright Sam Shepard, Lee Crabtree and Antonia to form a band and record original music.



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