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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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Kristine Leschper Announces April Tour Dates
Kristine Leschper Announces April Tour Dates
January 24, 2023

Alongside the tour announcement, Leschper has also released a session performance of the album track “This Animation.” Filmed at the Gradwell House recording studio with light percussion and flute accompanying Leschper’s crisp vocals, watch the performance video now!

Annie DiRusso Announces Four Dates Opening For Ruston Kelly
Annie DiRusso Announces Four Dates Opening For Ruston Kelly
January 24, 2023

Annie DiRusso announces that she will support Ruston Kelly on tour for four dates in Louisville, Birmingham, Raleigh, and Charlotte. Recently, Annie DiRusso shared her new single and music video for “Nauseous,” the first song from her forthcoming EP which will be released in early 2023.

RUEN BROTHERS Announce Western Noir-Influenced Album & Share 'The Fear'
RUEN BROTHERS Announce Western Noir-Influenced Album & Share 'The Fear'
January 24, 2023

The 10-song set follows their 2018 Rick Rubin-produced debut All My Shades of Blue and 2021’s ULTRAMODERN. Throughout the album, the Scunthorpe, England-raised brothers – Rupert and Henry Stansall – create a thoroughly modern sound while embracing their love of American Westerns.

BLONDSHELL Announces Self-Titled Debut Album
BLONDSHELL Announces Self-Titled Debut Album
January 24, 2023

Blondshell is currently touring North America as support for Suki Waterhouse. The tour stops at New York’s Webster Hall on Jan. 28 and concludes with two nights in Los Angeles at The Fonda and El Rey on Feb. 10 and 11, respectively. Additionally, Blondshell will make her return to Austin for SXSW 2023.

Ruston Kelly Announces Headline Tour This Spring
Ruston Kelly Announces Headline Tour This Spring
January 24, 2023

Just last week Ruston Kelly announced his highly anticipated third album, The Weakness. The tour will see him playing NYC’s Webster Hall (April 21st), Chicago’s House of Blues (April 29th) and Los Angeles’s The Fonda Theater (May 14th), and ending with a hometown show at Nashville’s Ascend Amphitheater (June 2nd) with Jenny Lewis opening.

Kennedy Kanagawa Featured in KINSLEY VS. Digital Comedy Series
Kennedy Kanagawa Featured in KINSLEY VS. Digital Comedy Series
January 24, 2023

Kennedy Kanagawa (Milky White in Broadway’s hit revival and upcoming national tour of Into the Woods) rounds out the ensemble cast of the original, digital comedy series, 'KINSLEY VS.' created, written, and directed by Courtney Romano, and produced by Queens Bird Films. Actress and body positivity model Lauren Karaman (“Project Runway”) stars.

Cee Lo Green Signs Partnership Deal With Black Owned Victor George Spirits
Cee Lo Green Signs Partnership Deal With Black Owned Victor George Spirits
January 24, 2023

Victor George Spirits (VGS) have announced they have entered into a partnership agreement with singer, songwriter and actor, Cee Lo Green (Cee Lo) who has won five Grammy Awards, one BET award, one Billboard music award as well as nominations for over eighteen other Grammy awards.

Van Morrison Releases New Single 'Worried Man Blues'
Van Morrison Releases New Single 'Worried Man Blues'
January 24, 2023

Having recently released its lead single ‘Streamline Train’, Van Morrison now presents another preview of the 23-track album as he unveils the follow-up, ‘Worried Man Blues’. As with many influential folk and skiffle songs, ‘Worried Man Blues’ has emerged in many different forms over the years.

Jessika Shares Debut Single 'Her'
Jessika Shares Debut Single 'Her'
January 24, 2023

JESSIKA shares her debut single “Her.' The song, written by JESSIKA and co-produced with Kyle Kelso (Kygo, Aloe Blacc, Galantis), explores her personal experience of observing an ex moving on, while simultaneously resonating with listeners as it touches on the universal theme of heartache.

GEORGE & TAMMY Soundtrack Out Now
GEORGE & TAMMY Soundtrack Out Now
January 24, 2023

Available everywhere now, the album features songs by Wynette and Jones as performed in the series by Oscar® winner Jessica Chastain and Oscar® nominee Michael Shannon. Included within the album’s 26 tracks are iconic numbers like Wynette’s “Stand by Your Man” and Jones’ “He Stopped Loving Her Today.”

VIDEO: Nathan Lane Talks His PICTURES FROM HOME Wig on COLBERT
VIDEO: Nathan Lane Talks His PICTURES FROM HOME Wig on COLBERT
January 24, 2023

Nathan Lane appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night to discuss returning to Broadway in Pictures From Home. Lane told the hilarious story of when he and his co-star Danny Burstein tried on their wigs in the play for the first time. Watch the video of the interview now!

James Taylor and His All-Star Band to Perform Exclusive Las Vegas Engagement
James Taylor and His All-Star Band to Perform Exclusive Las Vegas Engagement
January 24, 2023

James Taylor and His All-Star Band are coming to Las Vegas for a five-night, exclusive engagement at The Chelsea inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. The shows will be held June 3, 4, 7, 9 and 10, 2023. Citi is the official card of James Taylor and His All-Star Band’s exclusive Las Vegas engagement. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale.

Brendan Urie Announces Panic! At the Disco Split
Brendan Urie Announces Panic! At the Disco Split
January 24, 2023

Brendan Urie, the frontman of the popular band Panic! at the Disco, has announced that the band is splitting up. In an Instagram post, Urie shared that he and his wife are expecting their first child, leading to the band's split after their upcoming European tour.

Stephanie Hsu, Brian Tyree Henry, Michelle Yeoh & More Nominated For 2023 Oscars - Full List of Nominations!
Stephanie Hsu, Brian Tyree Henry, Michelle Yeoh & More Nominated For 2023 Oscars - Full List of Nominations!
January 24, 2023

The nominations for the 2023 Academy Awards were announced. Notable nominees included Stephanie Hsu, Brian Tyree Henry, Hong Chau, Angela Bassett, Diane Warren, Lady Gaga, Brendan Fraser, Paul Mescal, Andrea Riseborough, Michelle Yeoh, and The Whale. Check out the complete list of nominations now!

Skip Marley to Perform Latest Single 'Jane' on THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN
Skip Marley to Perform Latest Single 'Jane' on THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN
January 23, 2023

Skip Marley continues to deliver with his most recent single ‘Jane’ featuring Nigerian-based Afropop sensation Ayra Starr. An irresistible jam, ‘Jane’ was produced by Rykeyz, who also produced Skip's #1 single ‘Slow Down’ with H.E.R., as well as hit songs by Jessie Reyez, Ari Lennox, Demi Lovato, and Rick Ross, among others.

Conner Smith Hits the Road for the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour
Conner Smith Hits the Road for the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour
January 23, 2023

College students, buckle up as 22-year-old rising Country star Conner Smith is hitting the road to headline the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour in the Midwest & Southeast this Spring. Smith’s If I Went to College tour featuring special guests Mackenzie Carpenter and Jonathan Hutcherson will make its first pitstop in Rosemont, IL on February 9th.

Wanda Sykes Takes On Hosting Comedy Central's THE DAILY SHOW Tonight
Wanda Sykes Takes On Hosting Comedy Central's THE DAILY SHOW Tonight
January 23, 2023

The actress & 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. Additionally, wanted to share the first installments of the new digital series “After the Cut,” which is the next iteration of The Daily Show’s Emmy-award winning digital series.

THE ADVENTURES OF OZZIE & HARRIET Available Now on DVD
THE ADVENTURES OF OZZIE & HARRIET Available Now on DVD
January 23, 2023

The gentle humor of the prolific and popular sitcom was brought to the screen by the real-life Nelson family: Ozzie and wife Harriet with their sons, David and Rick, all portraying themselves in a trend-setting blend of fact-meets-fiction comedy decades before Seinfeld and other semi-reality based shows. ​​

Apple TV+ Lands DROPS OF GOD Drama Inspired by Bestselling Manga From Award-Winning Tadashi Agi and Shu Okimoto
Apple TV+ Lands DROPS OF GOD Drama Inspired by Bestselling Manga From Award-Winning Tadashi Agi and Shu Okimoto
January 23, 2023

“Drops of God” stars Fleur Geffrier (“Das Boat,” “Elle”) as Camille Léger and Tomohisa Yamashita (“The Head,” “Tokyo Vice,” “Alice in Borderland”) as Issei Tomine. The series is produced by Les Productions Dynamic in association with 22H22 and Adline Entertainment. 

Evelynne Ross Releases New Song 'Old Oak Tree'
Evelynne Ross Releases New Song 'Old Oak Tree'
January 23, 2023

As a performer, Ross draws on a myriad of classic influences: Fleetwood Mac, The Bee Gees, Elton John, The Eagles, James Taylor, Carly Simon, Linda Ronstadt, The Rolling Stones, Neil Young, CSNY, Joni Mitchell, and Tom Petty, not to mention Canadian rock staples the Tragically Hip and '80s/'90s acts like Prince.



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