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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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Tarja Announces 'Living the Dream' 2023 Tour
Tarja Announces 'Living the Dream' 2023 Tour
January 31, 2023

Finnish heavy metal artist TARJA announced her upcoming 2023 Living the Dream Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the 12-city run kicks off on Wednesday, June 14 in Philadelphia, PA at Theatre of The Living Arts, with stops across the U.S. in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and more before wrapping on Friday, June 30 in Berkeley, CA at The UC Theater.

Frankie Rose Shares New Single 'Sixteen Ways' Ahead of New LP 'Love As Projection'
Frankie Rose Shares New Single 'Sixteen Ways' Ahead of New LP 'Love As Projection'
January 31, 2023

Frankie Rose shares 'Sixteen Ways,' the second single from her forthcoming new album, Love As Projection. Frankie worked with choreographer Neil Schwartz and director Scott Kiernan on the video. Watch the new music video now!

Rose City Band to Release New Album Garden Party in April
Rose City Band to Release New Album Garden Party in April
January 31, 2023

Recorded at Johnsons’ Portland home as well as The Center for Sound, Light, and Color Therapy and mixed by John McEntire, Garden Party features guest appearances by Moon Duo bandmates John Jeffrey on drums and Sanae Yamada on synths, as well as Rose City Band live performers Hasenberg on keyboards and Walker on pedal steel.

SPRING BAKING CHAMPIONSHIP to Return to Food Network in March
SPRING BAKING CHAMPIONSHIP to Return to Food Network in March
January 31, 2023

Food Network’s seasonal competitions return. Love is in the air on the new season of Spring Baking Championship as host Jesse Palmer puts a dozen talented bakers to the test in 10 episodes featuring unique challenges that showcase all the things we love about springtime – flowers, garden parties, weddings, and more.

Alicia Blue to Release Second 'Inner Child Work' EP
Alicia Blue to Release Second 'Inner Child Work' EP
January 31, 2023

The 'Dreams' cover is the latest single from the Los Angeles to Nashville transplant and comes in advance of her forthcoming EP, Inner Child Work PT. 2 (out March 3, 2023 via Magnetic Moon). As Rocking Magpie recently observed, 'Blue could easily go the pop singer route—she has the voice for it and effortlessly writes sweet melodies.'

Marco Antonio Solis Announces 'El Buki' World Tour Dates
Marco Antonio Solis Announces 'El Buki' World Tour Dates
January 31, 2023

After a spectacular 2022 that included a second record-breaking “Una Historia Cantada” reunion tour with Los Bukis and a successful sold-out world tour, the winner of multiple international awards, and his recent recognition as Person of the Year 2022 by the Latin Recording Academy, Marco Antonio Solís, is coming back on tour across the globe.

I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY Sets Digital, DVD & Blu-Ray Release
I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY Sets Digital, DVD & Blu-Ray Release
January 31, 2023

Directed by Kasi Lemmons, written by Academy Award® nominee Anthony McCarten (Best Adapted Screenplay, The Two Popes, 2019), produced by legendary music executive Clive Davis and starring BAFTA Award® winner Naomi Ackie, the film is a no-holds-barred portrait of the complex and multifaceted woman behind The Voice.

Bailey Bryan Releases New Single 'RIP'
Bailey Bryan Releases New Single 'RIP'
January 31, 2023

Bailey Bryan unveils her euphoric and freeing new single “RIP” Released on her 25th birthday, she says goodbye to 24 and her old self with the high energy anthem for fully embracing your own fluidity and growth. With self-filmed clips by Bailey herself, the video for the song shares her road trip as she was moving from Nashville to LA.

Pamela Anderson Documentary Now Streaming on Netflix
Pamela Anderson Documentary Now Streaming on Netflix
January 31, 2023

An intimate and humanizing portrait of one of the world’s most famous blonde bombshells, Pamela, a love story, follows the trajectory of Pamela Anderson’s career from small town girl to Playboy model, actress and international sex symbol.

Apple TV+ Renews ACAPULCO For Season Three
Apple TV+ Renews ACAPULCO For Season Three
January 31, 2023

In addition to Eugenio Derbez, the “Acapulco” ensemble cast returning includes Enrique Arrizon (as Máximo Gallardo), Fernando Carsa (as Memo), Damián Alcázar (Don Pablo), Camila Perez (Julia), Chord Overstreet (Chad), Vanessa Bauche (Nora), Regina Reynoso (Sara), Raphael Alejandro (Hugo), and more.

Caroline Polachek Releases New Single 'Blood and Butter'
Caroline Polachek Releases New Single 'Blood and Butter'
January 31, 2023

Caroline Polachek has shared another taste of her highly anticipated upcoming album with the new offering, “Blood And Butter.” Co-produced by Polachek and Danny L. Harle, “Blood And Butter'' features Scottish bagpipes by BBC Award winner Brìghde Chaimbeul, a flex rarely seen in pop music that makes perfect sense in Polachek’s pastoral landscape.

Carly Rae Jepsen Announces Memphis LK as Special Guest on Australian Tour This March
Carly Rae Jepsen Announces Memphis LK as Special Guest on Australian Tour This March
January 31, 2023

Carly Rae Jepsen’s hotly anticipated The So Nice Tour lands in Australia next month, taking in two nights at Sydney’s Enmore Theatre and Melbourne’s Forum, plus a stop at Brisbane’s The Tivoli. Local pop act Memphis LK has been announced as the national support, set to join Jepsen on all upcoming Australian dates.

Harry Styles to Perform at The GRAMMYs
Harry Styles to Perform at The GRAMMYs
January 30, 2023

Styles is nominated for six GRAMMY Awards this year: Record of the Year (“As It Was”), Album of the Year (Harry’s House), Song of the Year (“As It Was”), Best Pop Solo Performance (“As It Was”), Best Pop Vocal Album (Harry’s House) and Best Music Video (“As It Was”).

Reckless Son Releases Self-Tited EP
Reckless Son Releases Self-Tited EP
January 30, 2023

The EP released contains songs from a one-man show Butler penned of the same name. A traveling storyteller and musician, he wrote a collection of monologues and music inspired by his real-life experiences performing in prisons across the country. Listen to the new EP and watch the new music video now!

DL Hughley Hosts THE DAILY SHOW This Week
DL Hughley Hosts THE DAILY SHOW This Week
January 30, 2023

Tune in tonight as Comedy Central’s The Daily Show continues to usher in the next chapter with guest host DL Hughley. The actor & comedian’s debut tonight is part of a roster of comedy greats and all-star correspondent guest hosting the award winning late night show in the coming weeks.  

How to Watch the 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards
How to Watch the 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards
January 30, 2023

On Sun, Feb. 5, the music community will come together in celebration of countless creators' outstanding contributions to the year in music. Here's where you can watch all the highlights from the 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards, including performances and exclusive content from Music's Biggest Night!

Isaiah J. Thompson to Release 'The Power of the Spirit'
Isaiah J. Thompson to Release 'The Power of the Spirit'
January 30, 2023

Isaiah debuts the first single from the upcoming record, “The IT Department.” It is a play on his initials, but also a tribute to his father. His first live album—The Power of the Spirit—will be released on Jazz at Lincoln Center’s record label. It was captured in front of a rapturous audience at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Dizzy’s Club.

Jonas Brothers to Release New Album in May
Jonas Brothers to Release New Album in May
January 30, 2023

The Jonas Brother have announced their new album, entitled 'The Album.' While they have not yet revealed the album cover or shared any details on the lead single, they announced the album with an Instagram Reel that features their new song 'Wings.' Watch the Instagram Reel and pre-save the new album here!

Interview: Jason Moore on Directing SHOTGUN WEDDING With Jennifer Lopez & Jennifer Coolidge
Interview: Jason Moore on Directing SHOTGUN WEDDING With Jennifer Lopez & Jennifer Coolidge
January 31, 2023

While Jason Moore has directed Broadway productions like Shrek the Musical and The Cher Show, Prime Video's Shotgun Wedding is his biggest project so far. BroadwayWorld sat down with Moore to discuss how his Broadway experiences contributed to the new film, what it was like on set, and the ideas he has to bring Jennifer Coolidge back to the stage.

Photos: Apple's SHRINKING Premieres in Los Angeles
Photos: Apple's SHRINKING Premieres in Los Angeles
January 30, 2023

At the Directors Guild of America in Los Angeles, Apple TV+ held the world premiere event for the new 10-episode comedy “Shrinking”, starring Jason Segel, and written by Emmy Award winning “Ted Lasso” executive producer Bill Lawrence, Emmy Award-winning “Ted Lasso” star, writer and co-executive producer Brett Goldstein and Segel. Check out photos!



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