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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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Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros Confirm Winter 2023 Tour Dates
Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros Confirm Winter 2023 Tour Dates
December 5, 2022

The band will once again be joined by The Wolfpack, a string and brass quintet which features Alex Kelly, Brian Switzer, Adam Theis, Mads Tolling and Sheldon Brown, along with Barry Sless on pedal steel performing the expansive catalogue of Grateful Dead, Bobby's solo albums and more. Check out the full list of tour dates now!

Roadside Attractions Acquires MOVING ON Starring Jane Fonda & Lily Tomlin
Roadside Attractions Acquires MOVING ON Starring Jane Fonda & Lily Tomlin
December 5, 2022

Roadside Attractions will release Oscar nominee Paul Weitz’ (About a Boy), Moving On, an original comedy of humor and heart, starring Acadamy Award Winner Jane Fonda and Academy Award Nominee Lily Tomlin as estranged pals who reunite to seek revenge on the petulant widower (Malcolm McDowell) of their recently deceased best friend.

THAT'S MY JAM Holiday Episode With SNL Alums Airs Tonight on NBC
THAT'S MY JAM Holiday Episode With SNL Alums Airs Tonight on NBC
December 5, 2022

Jimmy Fallon hosts a holiday-themed special episode of NBC’s hit music and variety series. “Saturday Night Live” fan-favorite cast members Fred Armisen, Rachel Dratch, Ana Gasteyer and Melissa Villaseñor compete for charity in a night of festive music-based games, performances and musical impressions.

THE CUBE With Dwyane Wade Sets January Return to TBS
THE CUBE With Dwyane Wade Sets January Return to TBS
December 5, 2022

TBS' competition series, “The Cube,” hosted by three-time NBA Champion, one of the NBA’s 75 all-time greatest players, and founder of 59th and Prairie Entertainment, Dwyane Wade will return. Other celebrity guests, competing for charities, will be woven throughout episodes and will include Shaquille O’Neal, Jimmie Allen, and Iman Shumpert.  

Havanna Winter Releases Fun New Holiday Original 'Daddy's Kissing Santa Claus!'
Havanna Winter Releases Fun New Holiday Original 'Daddy's Kissing Santa Claus!'
December 5, 2022

The single is accompanied by a video starring Havanna, Marsha Molinari as the Mom, Carlos Guevera as Santa, Vince Rossi as the Dad, Jordan Xidas as the Creepy Uncle, Jonnie Reinhart as the strict Grandma, Justin Love as vain Aunt Beth, Terrell Jones as the cookie eating Brother, and Niels van den Heuvel and Jonah Almanzar as Santa’s elves.

Backed By Def Leppard And A Fast-Selling UK Tour, Sheffield Indie-Rockers VIVAS Release 'Feel'
Backed By Def Leppard And A Fast-Selling UK Tour, Sheffield Indie-Rockers VIVAS Release 'Feel'
December 5, 2022

Sheffield-based Indie-Rock outfit VIVAS are due to release their latest single ‘Feel’ on 18th November 2022. This year has been significant for the band as they became an underground favourite in their hometown as well as gained an engaged following online which led to their first UK Tour that started in October.

Taylor Swift-Signed Guitar Added to Auction for Veterans and First Responders
Taylor Swift-Signed Guitar Added to Auction for Veterans and First Responders
December 5, 2022

Launched on Veterans Day and running through December 12th, Raven Drum Foundation’s second annual 12 Drummers Drumming auction brings together a list of rock’s most influential and legendary figures to raise vital funds for people dealing with PTSD, trauma, and suicidal ideation.

Migrant Motel Shares New Single 'Shame'
Migrant Motel Shares New Single 'Shame'
December 5, 2022

Migrant Motel combines modern Alt.Pop sounds with contemporary production techniques into a blend that is unique yet familiar.  They have been making music and developing their sound since 2017 and the band has built their fan base in Mexico and throughout Latin America. Watch the new music video now!

WOOSUNG Drops 'Phase Me' Remix by Fancy Inc
WOOSUNG Drops 'Phase Me' Remix by Fancy Inc
December 5, 2022

The focus track from his MOTH EP, released in March 2022, quickly became a fan favorite, racking up over 10.8 million streams to date. WOOSUNG teamed up with Brazilian production duo Fancy Inc to breathe new life into the song, powering the danceable remix with pulsing synths, epic swells, and progressive house drums.

Angela Bassett, Rian Johnson and the Cast and Crew of RRR to Be Honored at the 6th Annual Hollywood Critics Association Film Awards
Angela Bassett, Rian Johnson and the Cast and Crew of RRR to Be Honored at the 6th Annual Hollywood Critics Association Film Awards
December 5, 2022

The Hollywood Critics Association (HCA) announced that Angela Bassett will receive the HCA Acting Achievement Award, Rian Johnson will receive the HCA Filmmaking Achievement Award, and the cast and crew of RRR will be presented with HCA Spotlight Award at the 6th Annual HCA Film Awards.

VIDEO: Hayes Warner Releases Video for 'SHUT UP'
VIDEO: Hayes Warner Releases Video for 'SHUT UP'
December 5, 2022

On the heels of her anthemic single “SHUT UP” which dropped late last month, Gen Z pop songstress Hayes Warner shares the accompanying, high-energy video now. Directed by ROOK (French Montana, Saweetie, Roddy Ricch), the carefree video follows Hayes and her friends as they take on the town in a not-so-typical night out

The Velvet Hands Release 'Over It Now'
The Velvet Hands Release 'Over It Now'
December 5, 2022

Rising London-via-Cornwall four-piece THE VELVET HANDS have dropped their last track of the year, “Over It Now”. Blending hedonistic hooks reminiscent of The Strokes with a slacker kind of storytelling plucked straight from Pavement’s playbook, the band’s latest outing is an anti-capitalist anthem spun with an easy-going, lackadaisical charm.

VIDEO: Jonah Hill, Eddie Murphy & More Star in Netflix's YOU PEOPLE Teaser Trailer
VIDEO: Jonah Hill, Eddie Murphy & More Star in Netflix's YOU PEOPLE Teaser Trailer
December 5, 2022

The cast includes Jonah Hill, Lauren London, David Duchovny, Nia Long, Sam Jay, Elliott Gould, Travis Bennett, Molly Gordon, Rhea Perlman, Deon Cole, Andrea Savage, Mike Epps, Emily Arlook, Alani La La Anthony, Bryan Greenberg with Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Eddie Murphy. Watch the new video trailer now!

Fight From Within Release New Single 'Vivisepulture'
Fight From Within Release New Single 'Vivisepulture'
December 5, 2022

The explosive track boasts a short drum-fill intro, leaving no time to prepare for the barrage of immediate mosh-inducing fight riffs. The dual bouncing guitars peppered with wailing solos coupled with the seething vocals of Mikey Hayes and Paddy Mull create an atmosphere of intensity in its purest form. Watch the new music video now!

Limoblaze Releases AfroGospel Christmas Song 'Silent Night'
Limoblaze Releases AfroGospel Christmas Song 'Silent Night'
December 5, 2022

First up was 'Silent Night (Hush),' featuring Crystal Nicole & Q Parker (112), followed by 'Silent Night (Afrobeats),' performed by AfroGospel rising star, Limoblaze, Rehmahz, and Emandiong, with additional vocals by Jordan Dollar. 'Silent Night (Afrobeats)' was produced by Happi, Dunnie, Tumeh 'DJ Tag' Gailor, and Lasanna 'ACE' Harris.

guccihighwaters Shares New Single 'in the dark'
guccihighwaters Shares New Single 'in the dark'
December 5, 2022

Epitomizing his unique gothic take on R&B, the track opens as delicate piano chords are imbued with his signature haunting vocals, layering lofi trap beats with reverberating bass. Produced by No Love For the Middle Child (Travis Barker, Siiickbrain) and mixed by James Krausse (half alive, churches). Watch the new lyric video now!

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Announces New York Date on 'Me vs Myself' Tour'
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Announces New York Date on 'Me vs Myself' Tour'
December 5, 2022

Due to high demand, chart-topping global superstar A Boogie wit da Hoodie has announced additional dates for his “ME VS MYSELF TOUR,” including a highly-anticipated hometown stop at New York City’s Barclays Center on March 4, 2023. The new Barclays Center date comes after the NYC-bred artist’s upcoming “One Night Only at the Apollo.'

VIDEO: Jesse Tyler Ferguson Discusses TAKE ME OUT's Relevancy on CBS MORNINGS
VIDEO: Jesse Tyler Ferguson Discusses TAKE ME OUT's Relevancy on CBS MORNINGS
December 5, 2022

Jesse Tyler Ferguson appeared on CBS Mornings to discuss his return to Broadway in Take Me Out. Ferguson discussed the play's significance and why the story is still relevant. Watch the complete video now, in which Ferguson also discusses officiating his Modern Family co-star Sarah Hyland's wedding, juggling fatherhood and his career, and more.

American Authors Announces The Best Night Of My Life Tour
American Authors Announces The Best Night Of My Life Tour
December 5, 2022

The band has announced a full US headline tour this winter, the “Best Night Of My Life Tour”, featuring support from Billy Raffoul. The month-long tour kicks off on February 10th in Fairfield, with dates to follow in Philadelphia, New York City, Pittsburgh, Chicago, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and more.

Photos: Inside the 45th Kennedy Center Honors
Photos: Inside the 45th Kennedy Center Honors
December 5, 2022

The 45th Kennedy Center Honorees George Clooney, Amy Grant, Gladys Knight, Tania León, and U2 (Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen Jr.) are celebrated in Washington, D.C., at the Honors Gala on December 4, 2022 in the Kennedy Center Opera House. Check out photos from the event now!



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