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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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Taylor Swift Releases New Album 'Midnights'
Taylor Swift Releases New Album 'Midnights'
October 21, 2022

Taylor Swift has announced release week festivities for her new album, 'Midnights.' The releases will feature two new music videos, an album teaser trailer, a 'very chaotic surprise,' the YouTube Shorts #TSAntiHeroChallenge, lyric videos for every track on the album, and appearances on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and The Graham Norton Show.

Meghan Trainor Releases Fourth Full-Length Album 'Takin' It Back'
Meghan Trainor Releases Fourth Full-Length Album 'Takin' It Back'
October 21, 2022

GRAMMY® Award-winner Meghan Trainor has released her fourth full-length album, Takin’ It Back. Accompanying the album’s release is a video for Meghan’s new single, “Made You Look.” By Meghan’s side are TikTok personalities Chris Olsen, Remi Bader, Becca Means, Drew Afualo, along with JoJo Siwa, Scott Hoying, and husband Daryl Sabara.

Anthony Rapp Loses $40 Million Lawsuit Against Kevin Spacey
Anthony Rapp Loses $40 Million Lawsuit Against Kevin Spacey
October 20, 2022

The New York jury has sided with Kevin Spacey in Anthony Rapp's $40 million lawsuit, finding that Spacey did not molest Rapp when he was a teenager and is not liable for battery.

Interview: Morgan James Looks Back on Her Debut Album For Upcoming Dizzy's Club Concert
Interview: Morgan James Looks Back on Her Debut Album For Upcoming Dizzy's Club Concert
October 21, 2022

BroadwayWorld caught up with James to discuss her thoughts on her debut album 10 years later, what to expect from her upcoming concert at Dizzy's Club, what the response to the all-female Jesus Christ Superstar studio cast recording was like, and what else she has planned for the future.

Interview: Mario Cantone Discusses Performing For Andrew Lloyd Webber on THE MASKED SINGER
Interview: Mario Cantone Discusses Performing For Andrew Lloyd Webber on THE MASKED SINGER
October 20, 2022

During The Masked Singer's Andrew Lloyd Webber night, mystery contestants sang songs from the composer's iconic catalogue. Maize, a Mae West-inspired ear of corn, was revealed to be Mario Cantone. BroadwayWorld caught up with Cantone to discuss preparing for his performance, the backstage process, and performing for Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Rosalía & Amazon Music Launch New Amazon Original 'Bizcochito (Remix)' Feat. Haraca Kiko
Rosalía & Amazon Music Launch New Amazon Original 'Bizcochito (Remix)' Feat. Haraca Kiko
October 20, 2022

Amazon Music released the new Amazon Original “Bizcochito (Remix),” a collaboration between superstar Rosalía, featuring influential Dembow artist Haraca Kiko. “Bizcochito (Remix)” is a fresh take on Rosalía’s popular hit “Bizcochito,” reimagining the song as a catchy Dembow with new beats while maintaining its recognizable hook and chorus.

Starz Renews P-VALLEY for Third Season
Starz Renews P-VALLEY for Third Season
October 20, 2022

Based on her play Pussy Valley, creator Katori Hall (Pulitzer Prize-winning The Hot Wing King, Olivier Award-winning The Mountaintop and Broadway's Tina: The Tina Turner Musical) serves as showrunner and executive producer. Dante Di Loreto also serves as an executive producer on the series. Lionsgate Television produces “P-Valley” for STARZ.

HBO Sports Documentary SHAQ to Debut in November
HBO Sports Documentary SHAQ to Debut in November
October 20, 2022

HBO Sports Documentaries presents SHAQ, a four-part documentary series from director Robert Alexander and Peter Berg’s Film 45 detailing the life and career of NBA Hall of Famer and multi-hyphenate Shaquille O’Neal, featuring a series of revealing interviews with O’Neal.

Topsy Turvy's Debut 'No Surrender' The First Single Off Upcoming LP 'It Can't Be Easy'
Topsy Turvy's Debut 'No Surrender' The First Single Off Upcoming LP 'It Can't Be Easy'
October 20, 2022

TOPSY TURVY’S is a melodic punk rock band, with female & male vocals, born in 2008 in Poitiers (France). Its influences range from classic melodic hardcore from the 90s to modern indie punk stuff, with a lot of melodies with emo vibes and tons of energy. Listen to the new single now!

Bangladeshi-American Artist Nadu Releases New Single 'Good To Me'
Bangladeshi-American Artist Nadu Releases New Single 'Good To Me'
October 20, 2022

Mastered by Sarah Register (The Shins, Dodos, Big Thief), the album spans genres of alternative indie, indie pop, jazz fusion, post punk and surf rock with lots of synths and is influenced by artists such as Japanese Breakfast, Snail Mail, King Krule, The Heavy to Soccer Mommy. Watch the new music video now!

Brandi Carlile Returns to the Gorge Amphitheatre for Two Shows in 2023 Including Joni Mitchell's 'Joni Jam'
Brandi Carlile Returns to the Gorge Amphitheatre for Two Shows in 2023 Including Joni Mitchell's 'Joni Jam'
October 20, 2022

On Friday, June 9, Carlile will perform her annual “Echoes Through The Canyon” headline concert (special guest to be announced) and, on June 10, following her ground-breaking performance earlier this summer at the Newport Folk Festival, legendary Joni Mitchell will bring her “Joni Jam” to the extraordinary venue with Carlile opening. Learn about how to get tickets.

PVRIS Announces New Singles 'Anywhere But Here' & 'Animal'
PVRIS Announces New Singles 'Anywhere But Here' & 'Animal'
October 20, 2022

Since 2014, producer, singer/songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Lyndsey Gunnulfsen has trailblazed her own path with her genre-breaking project PVRIS. She has marked her much-anticipated return with two brand new singles, “ANYWHERE BUT HERE” and “ANIMAL” via Hopeless Records.

You Me At Six Release Announce New Album 'Truth Decay'
You Me At Six Release Announce New Album 'Truth Decay'
October 20, 2022

English rock band You Me At Six have officially announced details for their forthcoming new studio album, Truth Decay, which will be out via Rise Records. Recorded at Black Rock Studios in Santorini with producer Dan Austin, who previously worked with the band on VI and SUCKAPUNCH, Truth Decay is a retrospective album for You Me at Six.

VIDEO: Dierks Bentley Shares 'Gold' Music Video
VIDEO: Dierks Bentley Shares 'Gold' Music Video
October 20, 2022

Directed by Wes Edwards, the video was shot across the state of Tennessee and reiterates Bentley's admiration for the outdoors. Backed by his six-string touring ensemble including Charlie Worsham, Bentley intertwines a jam session fitting for 'a life anthem that perfectly melds heart-on-sleeve lyrical candor. Watch the new music video now!

Maggie Rogers Announces 'The Feral Joy' Tour Dates
Maggie Rogers Announces 'The Feral Joy' Tour Dates
October 20, 2022

Maggie Rogers will support her critically acclaimed album Surrender with a 2023 North American headline run. The Feral Joy Tour – her first North American outing since 2019 – will launch on February 11, 2023 at Roadrunner in Boston and include a return engagement at New York City’s Radio City Music Hall on February 15.

Bitty McLean Covers Bob Andy's 'Let Them Say'
Bitty McLean Covers Bob Andy's 'Let Them Say'
October 20, 2022

Produced by Dean Fraser, We Remember Bob Andy will be available on vinyl, digital platforms and as a double CD. The album will include Bob Andy cover versions from Beres Hammond, Tarrus Riley, Luciano, Romain Virgo Nadine Sutherland, Richie Spice, and others,  extended with nine instrumental versions.

Lissie Shares 'Night Moves (Morgan Page Throwback Mix)'
Lissie Shares 'Night Moves (Morgan Page Throwback Mix)'
October 20, 2022

Her new collection is a sonic comfort as it simultaneously charts the ripples caused by heartbreak and loneliness as well as what happens when the soul perseveres amidst pain. Produced by Curt Schneider (Patty Smyth, Lucero), Carving Canyons is another step in an impressive career that opens up endless possibilities for what’s to come.

PONY Shares New Single 'French Class'
PONY Shares New Single 'French Class'
October 20, 2022

Canadian duo PONY released their newest single, “French Class.” The band, composed of Sam Bielanski and her partner/collaborator Pretty Matty, create gorgeous pop-centric songs and melodies they describe as perfect music to play in a throwback teen-age rom-com. Listen to the new single now!

2022 Key West Film Festival Announces Line Up
2022 Key West Film Festival Announces Line Up
October 20, 2022

To open the festival, Daniel Craig returns in GLASS ONION: A KNIVES OUT MURDER MYSTERY, from the surprise 2019 hit Knives Out, reprising his role as detective Benoit Blanc, heading off to Greece with a new case to crack and a fresh ensemble of suspects to rattle (Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe, Kathryn Hahn, Kate Hudson).

Nashville's Palm Ghosts Share New Single 'Silent Fall'
Nashville's Palm Ghosts Share New Single 'Silent Fall'
October 20, 2022

The band's Joseph Lekkas says, ''Silent Fall' is about two lovers that are grateful to discover they could still love at all. Knowing soon their fantasy world will collapse, they beg the moment to last if even only in memory. The track and its accompanying video, which was directed by the band's Ben Douglas. Plus, check out tour dates!



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