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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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Joel McHale to Headline and Executive-Produce New FOX Comedy ANIMAL CONTROL
Joel McHale to Headline and Executive-Produce New FOX Comedy ANIMAL CONTROL
October 14, 2022

Animal Control is produced by FOX Entertainment Studios and also executive-produced by Bob Fisher (Wedding Crashers, Sirens, The Moodys), Rob Greenberg (Frasier, How I Met Your Mother, The Moodys), Dan Sterling (Long Shot, The Interview, Girls, The Office, King of the Hill) and Tad Quill (Scrubs, The Moodys).

Christian Leave Announces New EP & Shares 'Pull' Single
Christian Leave Announces New EP & Shares 'Pull' Single
October 14, 2022

Christian Akridge has announced his highly anticipated forthcoming EP (and brand-new shoulder tattoo), Superstar. Over a year in the making, the project lampoons fame while narrating the nuances of power imbalances and “finding your people,' while additionally exhibiting Christian at his most honest.

Joshua Bassett Shares Surprise Single 'SHE SAID HE SAID SHE SAID'
Joshua Bassett Shares Surprise Single 'SHE SAID HE SAID SHE SAID'
October 14, 2022

The unexpected release arrives a week after “would you love me now?” and less than a month after his critically acclaimed Sad Songs in a Hotel Room EP. When you consider his stunning performance of “Smoke Slow” on Today and two sold-out nights at New York’s iconic Bowery Ballroom and two sold-out nights at The Troubadour in Los Angeles.

Captain Kirk Douglas of The Roots Releases 'Breathe In' Ahead of Upcoming Album 'New Unknown'
Captain Kirk Douglas of The Roots Releases 'Breathe In' Ahead of Upcoming Album 'New Unknown'
October 14, 2022

“Breathe In” is a stripped-down, psychedelic track full of introspection. It begins with a military-style drum roll and lithely picked melodic guitar and orchestral strings, in-part performed by Peter Readman. The idea came to Kirk during the height of of the pandemic, as an ode to self-meditation as he sings on the chorus.

Lakeyah Announces 'No Pressure' U.S. Tour Dates
Lakeyah Announces 'No Pressure' U.S. Tour Dates
October 14, 2022

Quality Control’s “Female Goat” Lakeyah announced her No Pressure Tour, kicking off November 4th at Hakkasan in Las Vegas, NV. The U.S. tour will make stops in Detroit, Houston, New York, and Chicago, and will wrap up in Los Angeles on November 30th. The No Pressure Tour arrives on the heels of Lakeyah’s No Pressure Part 2 EP.

Photo: Peacock Drops First Look at Pete Davidson and Joe Pesci on Set of BUPKIS Series
Photo: Peacock Drops First Look at Pete Davidson and Joe Pesci on Set of BUPKIS Series
October 14, 2022

Production is underway for the new Pete Davidson comedy series BUPKIS, which is written, starring and executive produced by Davidson. The series also stars Emmy Award-winner Edie Falco, who will play Davidson’s mom and Academy Award-winner Joe Pesci, who will play Davidson’s grandfather. Check out the first look photo now!

Jordy Shares Vulnerable New Single 'I Get High'
Jordy Shares Vulnerable New Single 'I Get High'
October 14, 2022

Co-written with frequent collaborator Drew Polovick, “i get high” continues to underscore JORDY’s conversational, raw, and diaristic lyrical style that has resonated with fans nationwide. The accompanying music video is also out now. Directed by Lily Judge, the visual features a powerful performance.

VIDEO: The 1975 Release Live Performance of 'Oh Caroline'
VIDEO: The 1975 Release Live Performance of 'Oh Caroline'
October 14, 2022

Vevo’s Official Live Performances are the result of close creative collaboration with artists and their teams, resulting in a series of very special exclusive performances. The 1975 previously worked with Vevo in 2017 on Vevo Presents performances of “Somebody Else,” “Lostmyhead” and “Medicine.” Watch the new video performance now!

RAYE Announces Debut Album & Shares Two New Songs
RAYE Announces Debut Album & Shares Two New Songs
October 14, 2022

Multi-platinum global star RAYE announces her long-awaited debut album, My 21st Century Blues, The news is ceremoniously bookended with the double single release of “Escapism.,” featuring 070 Shake, and “The Thrill Is Gone.,” along with RAYE’s upcoming performance tomorrow on the critically acclaimed British show “Later... with Jools Holland.”

Bailey Zimmerman Drops Debut EP 'Leave the Light On'
Bailey Zimmerman Drops Debut EP 'Leave the Light On'
October 14, 2022

The project’s lead single, “Fall In Love,” is also now within the Top 10 at country radio, making it the fastest debut song to reach the Top 10 in five years. Propelled by nearly 300 million streams to date worldwide, it is the 9th most-streamed country song of the year and currently Top 10 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and Top 30.

Winter Releases New Album 'What Kind of Blue Are You?'
Winter Releases New Album 'What Kind of Blue Are You?'
October 14, 2022

Winter has released her new album What Kind of Blue Are You? on cult indie label Bar/None Records (Yo La Tengo, Ivy). Over the course of the pandemic, Samira Winter decamped to Studio 22 in L.A. with producer Joo Joo Ashworth (Automatic, Dummy, SASAMI) where the pair spent the many months of harsh uncertainty sharpening her songs into a fine point.

NERIAH Releases Sophomore EP 'How Do I Get Clean?'
NERIAH Releases Sophomore EP 'How Do I Get Clean?'
October 14, 2022

Earlier this week, NERIAH released the final, scathing single “Fuck You Matthew” off the EP co-written by NERIAH, Jeremy Hatcher and Zach Palmer. Despite its seemingly pointed title, NERIAH’s latest is a universal anthem where her anger is diffused through sparkling acoustic guitars and distilled into a cathartic sing-along.

Love Sick Share Their New Single 'Sick of Love'
Love Sick Share Their New Single 'Sick of Love'
October 14, 2022

A summer highlight came when they hit the BBC Introducing festival and the station’s support extended to them naming the standalone single ‘I Take It All Back’ as their Track of the Week. LOVE SICK also flourished during their biggest show to date, a Hyde Park set as guests to the iconic Duran Duran.

Photos: First Look at Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II in THE CROWN
Photos: First Look at Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II in THE CROWN
October 14, 2022

Check out photos from season five of The Crown featuring a new cast led by Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II. The photos feature Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret, Dominic West as Prince Charles, Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana, Claudia Harrison as Princess Anne, Olivia Williams as Camilla Parker Bowles.

A.O. Gerber Releases New Album 'Meet Me At The Gloaming'
A.O. Gerber Releases New Album 'Meet Me At The Gloaming'
October 14, 2022

A.O. Gerber has released her new album Meet Me at the Gloaming via Father/Daughter Records (US) & Hand In Hive (UK). The album includes singles 'Only Mystery', 'For' , 'Hunger,' and 'Looking For The Right Things,' all of which come with beautifully thought out cinematic videos. Plus, check out concert dates!

Alesso Taps Sick Individuals for New Collaboration 'We Go Out'
Alesso Taps Sick Individuals for New Collaboration 'We Go Out'
October 14, 2022

Global hitmaker Alesso calls on Dutch duo Sick Individuals for the club anthem, “We Go Out.” Listen now via 10:22PM / Astralwerks. Boasting big builds, pulsing beats, and exhilarating breakdowns, the floorfiller –became an instant fan favorite when Alesso added it to his setlist at the Tomorrowland and Creamfields festivals. 

Sam Williams Releases Deluxe Album 'Glasshouse Children: Tilted Crown'
Sam Williams Releases Deluxe Album 'Glasshouse Children: Tilted Crown'
October 14, 2022

Nashville singer/songwriter Sam Williams releases Glasshouse Children: Tilted Crown, a deluxe version of his celebrated debut Glasshouse Children. The expanded edition features six new tracks, including the previously released “Ragdoll” as well as new song “Tilted Crown.”

Ashe Releases Sophomore Album 'Rae'
Ashe Releases Sophomore Album 'Rae'
October 14, 2022

Ashe releases her sophomore album Rae via Mom + Pop along with the video for latest single “omw.” Fourteen tracks in length, and created with close friends and collaborators Leroy Clampitt, Steph Jones, Casey Smith, Noah Conrad, John Ryan and Afterhrs, Rae ushers in a new era of confidence for the artist.

Betty Who Releases New Album 'BIG!'
Betty Who Releases New Album 'BIG!'
October 14, 2022

Betty Who’s BIG! is an expansive 11-track body of work exemplifying her larger than life personality and indomitable spirit. Each song on BIG! shares a vulnerable tale of triumph and perseverance offering a window into the life experiences that shaped Betty into the powerful woman she is. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Red Hot Chili Peppers Release Second Full-Length Studio Album of 2022
Red Hot Chili Peppers Release Second Full-Length Studio Album of 2022
October 14, 2022

Return of the Dream Canteen blossomed during the same sessions that yielded the group’s chart topper Unlimited Love—which landed at #1 on the Billboard 200 album chart back in April. It not only marked their second #1 career bow on the chart, but it also remains the biggest rock album of the year.



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