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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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HBO to Premiere 'Camilo: El Primer Tour De Mi Vida' Concert Special
HBO to Premiere 'Camilo: El Primer Tour De Mi Vida' Concert Special
October 19, 2022

CAMILO: EL PRIMER TOUR DE MI VIDA follows the behind-the-scenes moments of those magical shows, and include hits like “Tutu,” “Mareado,” “Por Primera Vez,” “Bebé,” “Ropa Cara,” “Tattoo,” and “KESI” and offers a window into the artist’s intimate life, sharing special moments with his partner and fellow artist and director Evaluna Montaner.

VIDEO: The 1975 Share 'Part of the Band' Official Live Performance
VIDEO: The 1975 Share 'Part of the Band' Official Live Performance
October 19, 2022

“Part of the Band” follows The 1975’s previous Vevo Official Live Performances of “Oh Caroline” and “Someone To Love.” The 1975 previously worked with Vevo in 2017 on Vevo Presents performances of “Somebody Else,” “Lostmyhead” and “Medicine.” Watch the new video performance now!

Bayside Releases 'The Red' EP & Announces 2023 Tour
Bayside Releases 'The Red' EP & Announces 2023 Tour
October 19, 2022

Esteemed punk act Bayside has released The Red EP, out now via Hopeless Records. The three song collection features latest singles “Just Like Home”, “Good Advice”, and “Strangest Faces”, and marks the band’s first new music since 2019’s Interrobang‽. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Indie Duo CHAMPS Share New Single 'Adeleine'
Indie Duo CHAMPS Share New Single 'Adeleine'
October 19, 2022

UK indie duo CHAMPS are back with “Adeleine,” their first release since their 2019 album The Hard Interchange. A unique combination of cool minimalism and evocative Americana. The song’s powerful sense of nostalgia lies as much in its vowel sounds and melody as in its lyrics. Listen to the new single now!

VIDEO: Maisie Peters Unveils 'Not Another Rockstar' Music Video
VIDEO: Maisie Peters Unveils 'Not Another Rockstar' Music Video
October 19, 2022

Written by Maisie, alongside Ines Dunn (Mimi Webb, Griff) and producer Joe Rubel, “Not Another Rockstar” follows a series of recent fan-focused track drops including 'Cate’s Brother', 'Blonde' and 'Good Enough', each of which see her explore different stages of relationships with intimate but typically relatable tact. Watch the new music video now!

Marlon Wayans Lands OH HELL NO Series at Meta
Marlon Wayans Lands OH HELL NO Series at Meta
October 19, 2022

Guests who will appear on the show and experience their fears in virtual reality on Meta Quest 2 include Anthony Anderson, Kelly Rowland, Bryce Hall, Nikki Bella & Brie Bella, Loren Gray, and Loni Love as they tackle their fears. Watch the new video trailer now!

VIDEO: Netflix Shares DOWN TO EARTH WITH ZAC EFRON: DOWN UNDER Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Shares DOWN TO EARTH WITH ZAC EFRON: DOWN UNDER Trailer
October 19, 2022

From Sydney to the Greater Blue Mountains, Zac and Darin meet with leading eco-warriors to learn about protected lands and habitat conservation. In this new season, Emmy winning actor Zac Efron travels around Australia with wellness expert Darin Olien in search of healthy, sustainable ways to live. Watch the new video trailer now!

VIDEO: HBO Max Shares THE SEX LIVES OF COLLEGE GIRLS Season Two Trailer Starring Reneé Rapp
VIDEO: HBO Max Shares THE SEX LIVES OF COLLEGE GIRLS Season Two Trailer Starring Reneé Rapp
October 19, 2022

Created by Emmy®-nominated writer/producer Mindy Kaling and Justin Noble and starring Broadway's Mean Girls alum Reneé Rapp, THE SEX LIVES OF COLLEGE GIRLS follows four college roommates at New England’s prestigious Essex College. The new season picks up with the students returning after their Fall break. Watch the new video trailer now!

VERITE Releases New Single 'love you forever'
VERITE Releases New Single 'love you forever'
October 19, 2022

For the launch of VÉRITÉ's new era, she has chosen to partner with Venice Music - the innovative music & tech company founded by Troy Carter and Suzy Ryoo. Venice offers tools, services and support on par with those of major labels while still empowering artists to maintain ownership and creative autonomy of their work.

VIDEO: Ben Platt & Kristen Bell Star in THE PEOPLE WE HATE AT THE WEDDING Trailer
VIDEO: Ben Platt & Kristen Bell Star in THE PEOPLE WE HATE AT THE WEDDING Trailer
October 19, 2022

The film follows struggling American siblings Alice (Kristen Bell) and Paul (Ben Platt), who reluctantly agree to attend the wedding of their estranged, wealthy half-sister (Cynthia Addai-Robinson) in the English countryside alondside their mother, Donna (Allison Janney). Watch the new video trailer now!

Melissa Carper Pays Tribute to Odetta With 'Hit or Miss'
Melissa Carper Pays Tribute to Odetta With 'Hit or Miss'
October 19, 2022

Singer/songwriter and upright bassist Melissa Carper has released a reimagined version of Odetta’s 1970 classic “Hit Or Miss” the latest from her forthcoming LP via Mae Music/Thirty Tigers. The video for “Hit Or Miss” features Carper performing the song with legendary swamp funkster Shinyribs. Watch the new music video now!

Marcus King Releases Cover of Gnarls Barkley's 'Crazy'
Marcus King Releases Cover of Gnarls Barkley's 'Crazy'
October 19, 2022

Marcus King has released two tracks for Spotify’s Singles program, an afrobeat inspired version of 'Crazy', famed by Gnarls Barkley, as well as a full band reimagining of King’s instant classic song 'It’s Too Late'. Both songs were recorded at Electric Lady, home to classic artists including Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Stevie Wonder, and David Bowie.

Cavetown Releases New Single 'Frog'
Cavetown Releases New Single 'Frog'
October 19, 2022

Multi-RIAA Platinum and Gold certified singer/songwriter and producer Cavetown, also known as Robin Skinner, releases the third single, “frog” from his upcoming album worm food. The single, along with a music video directed by Skinner, is available everywhere now via Sire Records. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

VIDEO: Okay Kaya Shares 'Inside of a Plum' Visual Made By DALL·E 2 AI Technology
VIDEO: Okay Kaya Shares 'Inside of a Plum' Visual Made By DALL·E 2 AI Technology
October 19, 2022

Okay Kaya, aka Kaya Wilkins, shares an intoxicating video for her new single “Inside of a Plum,” a song inspired by ketamine therapy from her upcoming world-building album, SAP. For the song’s video, made in collaboration with acclaimed visual artist Austin Lee, Kaya fed thousands of images and text to DALL·E 2 - OpenAI to create new images.

Hrishikesh Hirway Unveils New Single 'Still Dreaming'
Hrishikesh Hirway Unveils New Single 'Still Dreaming'
October 19, 2022

Acclaimed musician and Song Exploder host/creator Hrishikesh Hirway unveils a new song, “Still Dreaming,” co-produced with Grammy-winning producer Dan Wilson (Taylor Swift, Adele, Leon Bridges), along with a video directed by Demi Adejuyigbe. A run of live performances with Jenny Owen Youngs will bring Hirway to new cities.

Glen Hansard Shares Song 'Take Heart' Feat. Marketa Irglova & Ukrainian Refugees
Glen Hansard Shares Song 'Take Heart' Feat. Marketa Irglova & Ukrainian Refugees
October 19, 2022

Irglova’s inclusion was natural on a number of levels for Hansard as he was aware her parents back in her native Czech Republic had taken in multiple families from Ukraine. Irglova, now living in Iceland had been back this summer to visit and was equally moved by the issues at hand. Watch the new performance video now!

Chloe Wilder Releases New Single 'House By The Water'
Chloe Wilder Releases New Single 'House By The Water'
October 19, 2022

Her debut single was co-written and produced by Eric Scullin (John K., RZA), and mixed and mastered by Grammy Award winners Rob Kinelski and John Greenham (Billie Eilish) as well as “You & Lonely,” co-written by Cloe and produced by Jayme Silverstein (Alicia Keys, Miguel, Estelle). Last year Wilder dropped her debut EP Teenage Lullabies.

BLONDSHELL Shares New Song 'Cartoon Earthquake' For Spotify Singles
BLONDSHELL Shares New Song 'Cartoon Earthquake' For Spotify Singles
October 19, 2022

Blondshell has herself on the map this year with the release of three critically acclaimed singles: her debut “Olympus,” “Kiss City,” and this summer’s “Sepsis,” which Rolling Stone listed as their #1 Pick of the Month for their “Recommends” column as they called it a “phenomenally catchy alt-rock blast from her hotly buzzed upcoming debut LP.”

FVNERAL Releases Debut EP 'WHEN I GET SOBER'
FVNERAL Releases Debut EP 'WHEN I GET SOBER'
October 19, 2022

Eora/Sydney-based indie-rock band FVNERAL have just released their long-awaited moving debut EP ‘WHEN I GET SOBER’ – co-produced by band member Tim Blunt, and Phan Sjarif (Middle Kids, Cry Club, Velvet Trip). FVNERAL found their full strength when Jay Wennington and Jess Hope became involved in the creative direction.

The Lone Bellow Release New Single 'Unicorn'
The Lone Bellow Release New Single 'Unicorn'
October 19, 2022

Nashville-based trio The Lone Bellow released their new single “Unicorn.” The latest track to release from their forthcoming album Love Songs for Losers (out soon through Dualtone Music Group), “Unicorn” unfolds with a cascade of heavenly melodies as lead singer Zach Williams offers up an unabashed outpouring of affection.



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