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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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VIDEO: Anthony Rapp Talks Looking Back on His Career in WITHOUT YOU on CBS MORNINGS
VIDEO: Anthony Rapp Talks Looking Back on His Career in WITHOUT YOU on CBS MORNINGS
January 23, 2023

Anthony Rapp appeared on CBS Mornings to look back on his career, leading up to his new solo show, Without You. Rapp also discussed his complicated relationship with his mother, losing Jonathan Larson before the opening night of Rent, and the Kevin Spacey lawsuit. Watch the video of the interview now!

Whitney Miller Releases New Single '15 Minutes of Fame'
Whitney Miller Releases New Single '15 Minutes of Fame'
January 23, 2023

The former Miss Texas and Miss United States, kickboxing commentator and MMA fighter is no stranger to hard work and dedication. Never one to shy away from difficult topics, Miller has taken the pain from a broken relationship and turned the experience into a lifelong lesson that most can learn from.

Circle Network Announces One-Time TV Special Celebrating the 130th Year of the Iconic Ryman Auditorium
Circle Network Announces One-Time TV Special Celebrating the 130th Year of the Iconic Ryman Auditorium
January 23, 2023

The special will feature music stars, actors and artists Carly Pearce, Vince Gill, Kelsea Ballerini, Ketch Secor, Keb’ Mo’, Charles Esten, Emmylou Harris, The Beach Boys’ Mike Love and Bruce Johnston, the late Leslie Jordan and more telling their own personal anecdotes about the venue and what it’s meant to them and their careers. 

Grade 2 Share New Melodic Punk Song 'Midnight Ferry'
Grade 2 Share New Melodic Punk Song 'Midnight Ferry'
January 23, 2023

Their self-titled album is a bone-crunching 35-minutes that agitates, intoxicates and liberates in equal measure.  Ahead of its release they share their new single “Midnight Ferry” out now, featuring slick guitar riffs and lively shout-along verses that lead into crisp vocal harmonies.

Naughty Alice Releases New R&B Cut 'bloodline'
Naughty Alice Releases New R&B Cut 'bloodline'
January 23, 2023

Naughty Alice has been featured on BBC Radio London, BBC 1Xtra, BBC Introducing and Spotify editorial playlists. She takes her inspiration from an array of artists of all different genres but some current favourites include Little Simz, Joy Crookes, Obongjayar, Kehlani, SAULT and Mahalia.

C M Talkington Announces New LP Featuring Renée Zellweger; Shares 'Two Steps'
C M Talkington Announces New LP Featuring Renée Zellweger; Shares 'Two Steps'
January 23, 2023

Talkington started another band, The Furies, and eventually dove into filmmaking for about ten years. During this period, he wrote and directed the 1994 cult film, Love and a .45 starring Gil Bellows, Renée Zellweger, and Rory Cochrane. Another thread was woven into the tale of Texas Radio, although that wouldn’t be apparent until years later.

Violinist Eldbjørg Hemsing to Release New Concept Album
Violinist Eldbjørg Hemsing to Release New Concept Album
January 23, 2023

The album features new original music by film composers Jacob Shea (“The Blue Planet”) and Frode Fjellheim (“Frozen”) as well as new arrangements and melodies by Ola Gjeillo, James Newton Howard, Selim Palmgren, Einojuhani Rautavaara, Henning Sommerro, Ole Bull and Edvard Grieg.

Guillermo del Toro to be Honored with Menzies Award at 27th Annual ADG Awards
Guillermo del Toro to be Honored with Menzies Award at 27th Annual ADG Awards
January 23, 2023

The Art Directors Guild (ADG, IATSE, Local 800) will honor multi- Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro with the prestigious William Cameron Menzies Award, celebrating his visually striking and emotionally rich body of work. Del Toro’s most noted films include Pan’s Labyrinth, which garnered Academy Awards.

Donovan Woods Announces The Husbandry Tour With Henry Jameson
Donovan Woods Announces The Husbandry Tour With Henry Jameson
January 23, 2023

Collaborations with Australian songwriter Ziggy Alberts (“THE SUN & THE SEA”) and Natalie Taylor (“Hang On To Me”) followed. Woods spent much of the second half of the year on the road, supporting Matt Nathanson in the U.S., who’s song “Boston Accent” Woods co-wrote. Followed by EU/UK dates with Aoife O’Donovan.

American Nightmare Return with 'Dedicated to the Next World'
American Nightmare Return with 'Dedicated to the Next World'
January 23, 2023

American Nightmare formed in the year 2000 and initially broke up in 2004. Dedicated to the Next World was recorded live to 2-inch tape by AN drummer Alex Garcia-Rivera at Mystic Valley Recording Studio in Boston.  The EP was mastered and cut for vinyl by Bob Weston at Chicago Mastering Service.

Shakin' Stevens Announces New Album 'Re-Set'
Shakin' Stevens Announces New Album 'Re-Set'
January 23, 2023

The song comes on the heels of Shaky's jubilant live shows before Christmas, as Very Special Guest on Status Quo's UK arena tour. It also serves as a taster for a bold addition to his vast recording legacy, the album Re-Set. Its ten songs combine deeply heartfelt, meaningful lyrics with the most impassioned vocal performances.

Nickelback Announces 2023 'Get Rollin'' Tour Dates
Nickelback Announces 2023 'Get Rollin'' Tour Dates
January 23, 2023

Acclaimed rock band Nickelback announced the upcoming 2023 Get Rollin’ Tour, in support of their most recent 10th studio album, Get Rollin’. Renowned country rocker Brantley Gilbert joins the band on all non-festival dates along with rising country artist Josh Ross. Check out the list of tour dates now!

Movie Musical Starring Selena Gomez to Begin Filming This Spring
Movie Musical Starring Selena Gomez to Begin Filming This Spring
January 23, 2023

A new movie musical starring Selena Gomez will begin filming this spring in Paris. The film will be titled 'Emilia Perez,' and it will also star Karla Sofia Gascón and Zoe Saldaña. French director Jacques Audiard will helm the movie, working with composer Clement Ducol, singer, songwriter and composer Camille, and choreographer Damien Jalet.

Emilie-Claire Barlow Returns with 'Spark Bird'
Emilie-Claire Barlow Returns with 'Spark Bird'
January 23, 2023

Barlow has accrued a remarkable resume of critical success, including seven Juno nominations, with two jazz vocal Juno awards—2013’s best Jazz Vocal Recording for her all-French song collection Seule ce soir and her Clear Day collaboration with the Metropole Orkest winning the same award in 2016.

Gabry Ponte Drops Pop-Dance Hybrid 'Dance Dance' (feat. Alessandra)
Gabry Ponte Drops Pop-Dance Hybrid 'Dance Dance' (feat. Alessandra)
January 23, 2023

Following a massive start to 2023 with a rework of his track I’m Good (Blue) from David Guetta and Bebe Rexha that returned to top the global charts after 25 years, Gabry Ponte releases single Dance Dance (feat. Alessandra) via Spinnin’ Records. The Grammy-nominated and Multi-Platinum producer has amassed over 2B streams on Spotify.

Sondre Lerche Releases 'Summer In Reverse' Remix by William Basinski's SPARKLE DIVISION
Sondre Lerche Releases 'Summer In Reverse' Remix by William Basinski's SPARKLE DIVISION
January 23, 2023

Sondre Lerche released “Summer In Reverse” (SPARKLE DIVISION remix) from Avatars Of The Night, a forthcoming collection of remixes, reworks, demos of the material from his 2022 LP Avatars Of Love along with brand new song “The Most Savage Joke.” Their tour will make stops in New York, Los Angeles and more.

VIDEO: Winnie Harlow Takes Jennifer Hudson to Modeling School on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
VIDEO: Winnie Harlow Takes Jennifer Hudson to Modeling School on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
January 23, 2023

Supermodel and Cay Skin sun care founder Winnie Harlow makes an appearance on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” This week continues with “BMF” star La La Anthony, dad-to-be Shemar Moore, and rising star Reneé Rapp, followed by Katharine McPhee Foster and a performance by two-time GRAMMY-nominated artist Samara Joy. Watch videos from the episode now!

The Piano Guys Announce Australian Tour Dates
The Piano Guys Announce Australian Tour Dates
January 23, 2023

Arriving as a musical phenomenon seemingly overnight, the quartet of Jon Schmidt [pianist, songwriter], Steven Sharp Nelson [cellist, songwriter], Paul Anderson [producer, videographer], and Al van der Beek [music producer, songwriter] have delivered bold compositions that transcend boundaries of style and genre.

Wizkid Announces London Show Date
Wizkid Announces London Show Date
January 23, 2023

Prior to the release of More Love, Less Ego, Wizkid dropped the singles “Money & Love” and “Bad To Me”. Along with featuring on Chris Brown’s track –“Call Me Every Day”. The 13-track album features collaborations with Skepta, Shenseesa, Ayra Starr, Skillibeng, Naira Marley and Don Toilver.

VIDEO: The Ed Sullivan Show Releases Previously Unreleased Louis Armstrong Video Clips
VIDEO: The Ed Sullivan Show Releases Previously Unreleased Louis Armstrong Video Clips
January 23, 2023

The archives of The Ed Sullivan Show have opened again to share rare vintage performances by Louis Armstrong. As dear friends who traveled together, were both born in the same year (1901), and had a great mutual respect, it is believed that Ed Sullivan himself lent these clips to Louis Armstrong and Universal Music Enterprises. Watch the videos!



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