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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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Hulu Orders KING OF THE HILL Reboot From Original Co-Creators Mike Judge and Greg Daniels
Hulu Orders KING OF THE HILL Reboot From Original Co-Creators Mike Judge and Greg Daniels
January 31, 2023

The animated series will star original voice talent including Mike Judge, Kathy Najimy, Stephen Root, Pamela Adlon, Johnny Hardwick and Lauren Tom. The reboot has been in the works since the 2017 San Francisco Sketchfest, where Judge and Daniels reconnected with the cast and celebrated the 20th anniversary of “King of the Hill.”

VIDEO: F. Murray Abraham & Jack Wolfe Star in THE MAGIC FLUTE Trailer
VIDEO: F. Murray Abraham & Jack Wolfe Star in THE MAGIC FLUTE Trailer
January 31, 2023

A lavish fantasy adventure that will captivate audiences, director Florian Sigl adapts Mozart’s timeless masterpiece for a new generation of fans. Starring Jack Wolfe, F. Murray Abraham, Iwan Rheon, Asha Banks and a stellar supporting cast that includes renowned opera stars from around the globe. Watch the new video trailer now!

VIDEO: Prime Video Debuts THE POWER Teaser Trailer With Toni Collette, Auli'i Cravalho & More
VIDEO: Prime Video Debuts THE POWER Teaser Trailer With Toni Collette, Auli'i Cravalho & More
January 31, 2023

The emotionally driven global thriller from SISTER (Chernobyl) is based on British author Naomi Alderman’s award-winning novel. The series stars Toni Collette, John Leguizamo, Auli’i Cravalho, Toheeb Jimoh, Josh Charles, Eddie Marsan, Ria Zmitrowicz, Zrinka Cvitešić, Halle Bush, and more. Watch the new trailer video now!

VIDEO: Austin Butler Reveals How Working on Broadway With Denzel Washington Changed His Career
VIDEO: Austin Butler Reveals How Working on Broadway With Denzel Washington Changed His Career
January 31, 2023

Austin Butler sat down on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon last night to discuss starring in Baz Luhrmann's recent Elvis biopic. During the interview, Butler discussed how doing Iceman Cometh with Denzel Washington on Broadway changed his career, crediting Washington has one of the reasons he secured the role of Elvis. Watch the interview now!

Covet Announce 'Carthasis' Tour Dates
Covet Announce 'Carthasis' Tour Dates
January 31, 2023

Covet, the Bay Area trio featuring guitar player Yvette Young (guitar/vocals), Brandon Dove (bass) and Jessica Burdeaux (drums), have announced a Spring tour, dubbed the “Catharsis Tour.” The dates come as the band has hinted at a new album, with details to be announced soon.

Goose Add Additional Summer Tour Dates
Goose Add Additional Summer Tour Dates
January 31, 2023

Connecticut-based rock quintet Goose has added additional headline dates to their summer schedule, including a show at Columbus, OH’s KEMBA Live! On June 23, followed by a special Independence Day two-night stand at Asbury Park, NJ’s Stone Pony Summer Stage (July 3-4), and a visit to Saratoga Springs, NY.

WOW Presents Plus Announces DRAG RACE SVERIGE Judges
WOW Presents Plus Announces DRAG RACE SVERIGE Judges
January 31, 2023

The highly anticipated first season of “Drag Race Sverige”, coming to WOW Presents Plus in the US and select territories worldwide, announced the judges joining the fabulous host Robert Fux, are stand-up comedian and radio and television host Farao Groth and Swedish-Nigerian singer and actress Kayo.

Tori Amos Announces Summer US Tour Dates
Tori Amos Announces Summer US Tour Dates
January 31, 2023

Tori Amos announced a US tour this summer to continue celebration of her highly acclaimed 2021 album, Ocean to Ocean. Following a sold-out World Tour throughout 2022, Tori will once again be performing with long-time collaborator bassist Jon Evans and renowned UK drummer Ash Soan, with special guest support to be announced.

Kerry Washington to Release First Memoir
Kerry Washington to Release First Memoir
January 31, 2023

Little, Brown Spark, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company, announced the planned publication of THICKER THAN WATER by Kerry Washington, celebrated actor, director, producer, and activist. Washington will give readers a look into her public and private worlds—as an artist, an advocate, an entrepreneur, a mother, a daughter, a wife, a Black woman.

Darlene Love to Release 'Live 1982' on CD & DVD
Darlene Love to Release 'Live 1982' on CD & DVD
January 31, 2023

Captured on stage at Hop Singh’s club in southern California, this eleven-song set includes her signature hits recorded for Phil Spector — “He’s a Rebel,” “Da Doo Ron Ron,” “(Today I Met) The Boy I’m Gonna Marry” — alongside previously unreleased covers of Bruce Springsteen’s “Hungry Heart” and the Beatles’ “We Can Work It Out.”

Steve Dawson Has His 'Eyes Closed, Dreaming' on New Album
Steve Dawson Has His 'Eyes Closed, Dreaming' on New Album
January 31, 2023

Eyes Closed, Dreaming, the newest album from Steve Dawson is, without reservation, a pinnacle and career highlight for the Nashville-based Canadian musician. With its melodies, inspired instrumentation and soulful vocal performances, Dawson’s newest music soars effortlessly over the very high bar he’s set for himself over the past three decades.

VIDEO: Ledisi Performs 'I Need to Know' on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
VIDEO: Ledisi Performs 'I Need to Know' on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
January 31, 2023

Jennifer Hudson welcomes Grammy Award-winning artist Ledisi, and they reminisce about when they first met and how shy Jennifer was after leaving “American Idol.” The vocalist talks about her new single and how Aretha Franklin inspired her to write songs. Don’t miss Ledisi’s television debut of her latest song, “I Need To Know.” Watch the videos!

The Moody Blues' John Lodge Adds Special Show With Coachella Valley Symphony in CA
The Moody Blues' John Lodge Adds Special Show With Coachella Valley Symphony in CA
January 31, 2023

JOHN LODGE, legendary bass player, songwriter and vocalist of The Moody Blues and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, has added a special symphony show to serve as the finale of his previously announced winter 2023 US tour, “Performs Days of Future Passed.”  LODGE will perform with the Coachella Valley Symphony on March 26.

Superprod's HOME SWEET ROME Movie Musical Wraps Production with International Platforms on Board
Superprod's HOME SWEET ROME Movie Musical Wraps Production with International Platforms on Board
January 31, 2023

The music-filled live-action comedy Home Sweet Rome! has wrapped production. The coming-of-age series is based on a concept from one of the most distinct voices in kids’ entertainment, three-time Emmy®-nominee, Michael Poryes, creator of Hannah Montana and That’s So Raven.

Trivium + Beartooth Announce Co-Headline Spring 2023
Trivium + Beartooth Announce Co-Headline Spring 2023
January 31, 2023

The 29-city tour kicks off Monday, May 1 in Stroudsburg, PA at Sherman Theater with stops in Nashville, TN, Las Vegas, NV, Grand Rapid, MI, and more before wrapping up on Thursday, June 15 in Seattle, WA at Paramount Theater. Malevolence and Archetypes Collide will join the bands on all dates across the upcoming tour.

Y La Bamba Shares 'Dibujos De Mi Alma'
Y La Bamba Shares 'Dibujos De Mi Alma'
January 31, 2023

Y La Bamba also announced a Spring tour that kicks off with an 'Album Release Show' in Portland, OR on April 26, running across the country and back hitting Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, Austin, DC, Chicago and more before ending on May 23 in Denver.

Brad Paisley Returns to Las Vegas With Two 'Acoustic Storyteller' Performances
Brad Paisley Returns to Las Vegas With Two 'Acoustic Storyteller' Performances
January 31, 2023

Global country music superstar Brad Paisley will make his highly-anticipated return to the stage at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for back-to-back performances this spring. Following his last sold-out run in 2022, Paisley will once again give audiences the rare opportunity to experience his “Acoustic Storyteller” show on April 14-15, 2023.

Luke Black Unveils New 'F23.8' EP
Luke Black Unveils New 'F23.8' EP
January 31, 2023

Luke Black co-wrote and produced ‘F23.8’ with celebrated producers Davide Foti and Majed, embracing a new transcendent darkness that showcases a whole new creative chapter both sonically and aesthetically, working also with creative director Vasso Vu (Ashnikko, Caroline Polechek) to create the EP’s artwork and visual world.

Hayley Kiyoko Announces 'The Panorama' Tour Dates
Hayley Kiyoko Announces 'The Panorama' Tour Dates
January 31, 2023

Celebrating her critically acclaimed sophomore album, PANORAMA, trailblazing pop star Hayley Kiyoko will embark on The PANORAMA Tour this spring. Produced by Live Nation, the global headline run kicks off in Glasgow, UK on April 5th before heading to Manchester and London for a headline show on April 9th.

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy Create a Musical 'Canvas' with New Studio Album
Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy Create a Musical 'Canvas' with New Studio Album
January 31, 2023

Rock, pop, Latin and classical influences come to the fore on the new material of mostly original melodies. Guests include Rhiannon Giddens (“Woman of the House”), Yo-Yo Ma (“So You Love”) Brian Finnegan (“Colour Theory”)—and, on “Choo Choo,” their 17-year-old daughter Mary Frances Leahy.



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