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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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Diplo Nominated for Two GRAMMYs
Diplo Nominated for Two GRAMMYs
November 15, 2022

Diplo’s self-titled album— his first full-length of electronic music in 18 years—was released earlier this year to critical acclaim on the Higher Ground imprint of his own Mad Decent; listen here. The album is the realization of a three-year deep dive into the house music that Higher Ground champions worldwide.

Porcelain Raft's Mauro Remiddi Announces New Album 'Moonbird'
Porcelain Raft's Mauro Remiddi Announces New Album 'Moonbird'
November 15, 2022

Mauro Remiddi (AKA Porcelain Raft) has announced his first album under his real name, Moonbird. Moonbird is a decade in the malking, more than an album, it’s the soundtrack to Remiddi’s original opera of the same name, a feat not just sonically but visually as well. 

Kristen Bell, Fred Armisen & More Join NBC's BAKING IT Special
Kristen Bell, Fred Armisen & More Join NBC's BAKING IT Special
November 15, 2022

Fred Armisen, Kristen Bell, Nicole Richie & JB Smoove are joining this friendly competition to “cele-bake” the holidays and raise some dough for their favorite charities. Maya and Amy will keep their friends on their toes with thrilling twists throughout the episode.

Florence + the Machine Nominated for Best Alternative Music Performance Grammy Award
Florence + the Machine Nominated for Best Alternative Music Performance Grammy Award
November 15, 2022

“King” is taken from Florence Welch’s much-lauded new album Dance Fever, released earlier this year to widespread critical acclaim. Since its release, Florence has played sold out arenas across North America and is currently on a run of U.K. dates.

Graham Nash Sets New 2023 Tour Dates
Graham Nash Sets New 2023 Tour Dates
November 15, 2022

Two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founding member of both the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash, Graham Nash is set to return to the road this coming spring with a run of performances throughout the U.S. The tour—Sixty Years of Songs and Stories—marks the 60th anniversary of Nash’s first single with the Hollies.

Maren Morris Nominated for Three GRAMMYs
Maren Morris Nominated for Three GRAMMYs
November 15, 2022

Grammy-winning artist Maren Morris is nominated for three awards at at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards: Best Country Album for Humble Quest and Best Country Song and Best Country Solo Performance for “Circles Around This Town.” Humble Quest was released in March via Sony Music Nashville’s Columbia Nashville imprint.

PUP Announce 2023 Co-Headline Tour with Joyce Manor
PUP Announce 2023 Co-Headline Tour with Joyce Manor
November 15, 2022

Toronto punk heroes PUP— comprised of Stefan Babcock, Nestor Chumak, Zack Mykula, and Steve Sladkowski— released their incredible, ambitious and aptly titled fourth album, THE UNRAVELING OF PUPTHEBAND, earlier this year and just wrapped a 100+ date tour that spanned 14 countries. Check out the tour dates now!

Former First Lady Michelle Obama Joins TAMRON HALL for a Daytime Exclusive Interview
Former First Lady Michelle Obama Joins TAMRON HALL for a Daytime Exclusive Interview
November 15, 2022

The candid one-on-one conversation will cover the recent release of Obama’s new book, “The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times,” a follow-up to her critically acclaimed, No. 1 bestselling memoir, “Becoming,” and will go behind the scenes on her return to life on tour. This will be Obama’s second appearance on the show. 

VIDEO: Watch the PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH Trailer
VIDEO: Watch the PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH Trailer
November 15, 2022

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish features an all-star comedic cast that includes Oscar® winner Olivia Colman, Ray Winstone (Black Widow), Samson Kayo (Sliced), Emmy nominee Anthony Mendez (Jane the Virgin) and Tony nominee Da'Vine Joy Randolph (Trolls World Tour, Ghost: the Musical).  Watch the new video trailer now!

Kelela Unveils Details of New Album 'Raven'
Kelela Unveils Details of New Album 'Raven'
November 15, 2022

Fresh off the release of “Happy Ending,” Kelela returns to debut her newest single, “On The Run”. The track is produced by Yo van Lenz, Kelela, Kaytranada and Bambii, with additional production by Asmara. “On The Run” is a Caribbean-influenced and flirts with the push and pull dynamics of love.

Morgan James Announces 2023 Tour Dates
Morgan James Announces 2023 Tour Dates
November 15, 2022

Called “the most promising young vocalist to come along so far this century” by The Wall Street Journal, Morgan James has revealed plans for a new album and tour in 2023.  Nobody’s Fool is due next spring, and the accompanying tour kicks off March 31 in Manchester, NH, and runs through May 23, 2023 in Baton Rouge.

Sidney Poitier to Receive Icon Tribute at 2022 Gotham Awards
Sidney Poitier to Receive Icon Tribute at 2022 Gotham Awards
November 15, 2022

The Icon Tribute comes on the heels of the documentary film Sidney, which had its world premiere during a Gala Presentation at the Toronto International Film Festival and has since won Best Biographical Documentary at the Critics Choice Documentary Awards while also receiving nominations for Best Director and Best Biographical Documentary.

BROS Sets Digital & Blu-ray Release Dates
BROS Sets Digital & Blu-ray Release Dates
November 15, 2022

From the ferocious comic mind of Billy Eichner and the comedic brilliance of filmmakers Nick Stroller (Neighbors franchise, Forgetting Sarah Marshall) and Judd Apatow (The King of Staten Island, Trainwreck), BROS is a smart, swoony, and heartfelt comedy about two gay men and how hard it is to find another human being to go through life with.

Vanessa Carlton Announces 2023 Future Pain Tour
Vanessa Carlton Announces 2023 Future Pain Tour
November 15, 2022

“Future Pain” is off Vanessa’s latest album Love Is An Art produced by Dave Fridmann (MGMT, Flaming Lips). Love Is An Art explores the eternal seesaw that is human connection: the push, the pull, the balance, the bottoming out. It's that constantly evolving nature of love, expectations and compassion.

SIX, INTO THE WOODS & More Nominated For GRAMMY For Best Musical Theatre Album
SIX, INTO THE WOODS & More Nominated For GRAMMY For Best Musical Theatre Album
November 15, 2022

The nominations for the 2023 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album are out! Nominees this year include Into the Woods, A Strange Loop, SIX, and more. Check out who has been nominated this year.

Randy Rainbow, ENCANTO & More Nominated For GRAMMY Awards - See the Full List of Nominations!
Randy Rainbow, ENCANTO & More Nominated For GRAMMY Awards - See the Full List of Nominations!
November 15, 2022

Randy Rainbow, ABBA, Encanto, West Side Story, ABBA, Lady Gaga, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mel Brooks, and more have been nominated for GRAMMY Awards! Check out the complete list of winners now, which also includes Beyoncé, Adele, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and more.

Hailey Whitters Announces Headline RAISED TOUR
Hailey Whitters Announces Headline RAISED TOUR
November 15, 2022

Rising country star Hailey Whitters announced the first leg of her headline RAISED TOUR that will kick off on February 23, 2023 in Bloomington, IN and includes three dates in her home state of Iowa. The tour is Whitters’ first headline run in support of her critically acclaimed third studio album RAISED that was released earlier this year.

ROZZI Unveils New Rendition of Alanis Morissette's 'Hand In My Pocket'
ROZZI Unveils New Rendition of Alanis Morissette's 'Hand In My Pocket'
November 15, 2022

The record features all of the songs on the Berry and Hymn For Tomorrow EP’s plus four new tracks, including “Consequences” featuring Nile Rodgers, a new version of “I Guess I’m the Bad Guy Now” with Pentatonix’ Scott Hoying, and the compelling, sultry R&B single “Past Life” featuring PJ Morton which is out now.

Lyle Lovett and His Acoustic Group Announce Early 2023 Tour Dates
Lyle Lovett and His Acoustic Group Announce Early 2023 Tour Dates
November 15, 2022

Following an extensive run of U.S. tour dates, four-time Grammy-winning singer, composer and actor Lyle Lovett confirms an additional run of shows with his Acoustic Group in early 2023. Kicking off on January 31 in Santa Fe, NM, the tour includes stops at Gruene Hall in New Braunfels, TX and at the Grand 1894 Opera House in Galveston, TX.

VIDEO: Peacock Shares CASEY ANTHONY: WHERE THE TRUTH LIES Trailer
VIDEO: Peacock Shares CASEY ANTHONY: WHERE THE TRUTH LIES Trailer
November 15, 2022

Directed by Alexandra Dean (This Is Paris), CASEY ANTHONY: WHERE THE TRUTH LIES is told through Casey’s account of the infamous investigation, trial and aftermath, speaking to the speculation surrounding her actions at the time, her demeanor in the courtroom and her time spent in prison. Watch the new video trailer now!



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