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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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M. Byrd Releases New Track 'Over You / Over Me'
M. Byrd Releases New Track 'Over You / Over Me'
November 25, 2022

He traces the origin of his passion for music back to playing the drums in front of the TV at three-years-old. Eventually, he found his dad’s guitar. He embraced inspirations as diverse as Alice Coltrane, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers and Elliott Smith as well as renown filmmaker David Lynch.

Whitney Weiss Returns With New Single 'The Best Way'
Whitney Weiss Returns With New Single 'The Best Way'
November 25, 2022

The Rinse France resident’s reputation for carefully curated sets has seen her work with Lisbon imprint, Naive, and play prime slots at festivals and parties, including Buttons (Berlin), PAT (Brooklyn), Savage (London), Semolina (Warsaw), qLab (Milan), The Carry Nation (Brooklyn), and Kiddy Smile’s infamous Strangé party (Paris).

Salvatore Ganacci Releases Debut Album 'Culturally Appropriate'
Salvatore Ganacci Releases Debut Album 'Culturally Appropriate'
November 25, 2022

The project is characterised by a slew of star-studded collaborations, most prominently on ‘Let You Do This’, a joint release with Swedish House Mafia icons Sebastian Ingrosso and Steve Angello recording under their Buy Now alias. A vibrant, disco-infused house jam released as the first record from the album in September.

THE NOEL DIARY Starring Justin Hartley Now Streaming on Netflix
THE NOEL DIARY Starring Justin Hartley Now Streaming on Netflix
November 25, 2022

THE NOEL DIARY has been released globally on Netflix. The film was directed and co-written by Charles Shyer (The Father of the Bride) and stars Justin Hartley (This is Us) and Barrett Doss (Station 19). The film also stars Essence Atkins with Bonnie Bedelia and James Remar.

Amai Kuda et Les Bois Share New Album 'EmUrgency!'
Amai Kuda et Les Bois Share New Album 'EmUrgency!'
November 25, 2022

Amai Kuda et Les Bois - Toronto's favorite musical movement - are proud to release their latest album EmUrgency!, which is available across all music platforms. The release of EmUrgency! was preceded by 'Eshu', 'Oshun' and the latest single, 'Which Way'. Listen to the new album now!

'Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Live At The Fillmore (1997)' Out Now
'Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers: Live At The Fillmore (1997)' Out Now
November 25, 2022

The long-awaited Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers Live at the Fillmore (1997) is out now. Taken from their legendary residency at the historic San Francisco venue, the extensive box set is available now in various formats on Warner Records. The box features a bold acoustic version of “American Girl” with Petty singing along.

The 7 Day Weekend Drop New Single 'Show and Tell'
The 7 Day Weekend Drop New Single 'Show and Tell'
November 25, 2022

7 Day Weekend was born from and influenced by the sounds and compositions of 60’s and 70’s film composers. Comprised of Alan Evans (Soulive, Alan Evans Trio) and Kris Yunker (Alan Evans Trio), the duo has combined their songwriting and production esthetic to create what they describe as “electrorganic music.”

London Producer ELLES Remixes 'Modern Life' by FEMES
London Producer ELLES Remixes 'Modern Life' by FEMES
November 25, 2022

‘Modern Life (ELLES Cry at night remix)’ is a dark house remix of the third single “Modern life” from FEMES’ debut EP ‘A Shadow of Dreams’. Euphoric pianos offset darker undertones over a garagey beat, coupled with FEMES emotive vocals, this beguiling remix delivers an emotive light and shade throughout for soul-searching dance-floor moments.

Chris James Releases New Track 'I Wanna Feel Good'
Chris James Releases New Track 'I Wanna Feel Good'
November 25, 2022

Berlin based songwriter and producer Chris James teams up with gnash for his new song “I Wanna Feel Good” via Nettwerk Music Group. Delivering an honest, upbeat indie-pop song about doing your best, “I Wanna Feel Good” was written alongside gnash during a recent visit to Los Angeles. The track was born after only a couple hours from a conversation.

The Flaming Lips 'Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots' 20th-Anniversary CD Box Set Is Available Now
The Flaming Lips 'Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots' 20th-Anniversary CD Box Set Is Available Now
November 25, 2022

The LP box set has 40 tracks never released on vinyl and over 30 previously unreleased tracks. Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots: 20th Anniversary Edition will be available, via Warner Records, on all streaming services and as a 6 CD box set (featuring 100 tracks) on November 25 to mark the 20th anniversary year.

SYML Unveils New Song 'Better Part of Me' Featuring Sara Watkins
SYML Unveils New Song 'Better Part of Me' Featuring Sara Watkins
November 25, 2022

“Better Part of Me,” the new song from SYML—the solo project of singer, songwriter and producer Brian Fennell—featuring bluegrass vocalist and fiddler Sara Watkins of Nickel Creek and Watkins Family Hour. “Better Part of Me” follows recent single “Howling” featuring Lucius, which debuted alongside a video directed by Benjamin Lussier.  

Hög sjö Announces Self-Titled Debut Album
Hög sjö Announces Self-Titled Debut Album
November 25, 2022

Hög sjö is the artist moniker of the esteemed Swedish producer, musician and songwriter Patrik Berger. He has been behind huge hits for the likes of Robyn, Charli XCX, Diana Ross, Tame Impala, Taylor Swift, Sigrid, Mura Masa, Icona Pop, Santigold, Lana Del Rey and many more.

ELI SMART Releases 'Aloha Soul' EP
ELI SMART Releases 'Aloha Soul' EP
November 25, 2022

Rising singer-songwriter Eli Smart has released his new EP, Aloha Soul. Hailing from the Hawaiian island of Kauai, he was raised by a family of musicians and grew up on a diet of soul legends such as Gladys Knight, Jimi Hendrix, Prince and The Beatles. Smart moved to Liverpool in his late teens and has since made The UK his second home.

Kathleen Releases 'Asking the Aspens (Live)' From 'Live From Highland Park' EP
Kathleen Releases 'Asking the Aspens (Live)' From 'Live From Highland Park' EP
November 25, 2022

In the midst of the Global Pandemic, she originally recorded this six-song set live in a Los Angeles backyard accompanied by bandmates and collaborators Aaron Liao (bass, backing vocals), Jay Tibbits (drums, synth bass). The tracklisting notably consists of favorites from her breakthrough Kathleen I EP and the follow-up Kathleen II EP.

Danish Singer-Songwriter Kleo Shares Debut EP 'I Love This Movie'
Danish Singer-Songwriter Kleo Shares Debut EP 'I Love This Movie'
November 25, 2022

Kleo has always been fascinated by movies and as a child she could fully immerse herself in the characters appearing on the big screen. Now she's made an EP, 'I Love This Movie' (out November 25th via Tambourhinoceros), about life's defining experiences - both the big and ecstatic and the difficult and dark.

Tom Jenkins Releases New Album 'It Comes In The Morning, It Hangs In The Evening Sky'
Tom Jenkins Releases New Album 'It Comes In The Morning, It Hangs In The Evening Sky'
November 25, 2022

‘It Comes In The Morning, It Hangs In The Evening Sky’ is the singer-songwriter’s follow-up to solo debut ‘Misery In Comfort’. A new studio effort, it also features contributions from special guests including Phil Campbell (Motorhead), Marc Ford (The Black Crowes), Elijah Ford (Gary Clark Jr) and Paul Mullen (YOURCODENAMEIS:MILO, The Automatic).

VIDEO: First Look at Dolly Parton's New Holiday Musical Movie DOLLY PARTON'S MAGIC MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS
VIDEO: First Look at Dolly Parton's New Holiday Musical Movie DOLLY PARTON'S MAGIC MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS
November 25, 2022

NBC has released a first look video trailer for Dolly Parton's new movie musical, Dolly's Magic Mountain Christmas. The new film features Ana Gasteyer, Bryan Batt, Miley Cyrus, Jimmy Fallon, and more starring alongside Parton.

Louis Dunford Releases New Single 'The Boy Who Could Fly'
Louis Dunford Releases New Single 'The Boy Who Could Fly'
November 25, 2022

Louis Dunford has released his new single ‘The Boy Who Could Fly’. ‘The Boy Who Could Fly’ follows the release of ‘The Popham’ EP earlier this year, which included lead single ‘Boys Do Cry’, and ‘The Angel’, an ode to his hometown, which was recently adopted by Arsenal fans as their official club anthem. 

VIDEO: Watch the MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie 'Spell It Out' Teaser
VIDEO: Watch the MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie 'Spell It Out' Teaser
November 25, 2022

Watch a new promo for the new film adaptation of Matilda the Musical. The video features a new look at Alisha Weir (Matilda), Emma Thompson (Miss Trunchbull), Lashana Lynch (Miss Honey), Sindhu Vee (Miss Phelps), Charlie Hodson-Prior (Bruce Bogtrotter), and more in the new film.

Photos: Broadway Comes to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Photos: Broadway Comes to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
November 25, 2022

Check out photos of Lea Michele and the cast of Funny Girl, the Broadway cast of The Lion King, Natasha Yvette Williams, J. Harrison Ghee, and Adrianna Hicks and the cast of Some Like It Hot, and Will Swenson and the cast of A Beautiful Noise performing on the 2022 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade now!



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