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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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JP Saxe Releases New Single 'When You Think Of Me'
JP Saxe Releases New Single 'When You Think Of Me'
September 23, 2022

JP Saxe unveils his new single entitled “When You Think Of Me” via Arista Records. The track, produced by GRAMMY® Award-winning producer Malay (Frank Ocean, Lorde), highlights Saxe’s impressive vocal range, vulnerability, and ability to convey universally understood emotions in a simple yet profound way.

The Blue Stones Release 'What's It Take To Be Happy?' Single
The Blue Stones Release 'What's It Take To Be Happy?' Single
September 23, 2022

The Blue Stones, aka Tarek Jafar and Justin Tessier, have spent the their summer performing across North America while releasing two blazing hot singles, “Don’t Miss” and “Good Ideas,” teasing a new full-length album, Pretty Monster. With it, The Blue Stones wrap up their summer with a third single from the album, “What’s It Take To Be Happy?.”

Bendigo Fletcher Announce New 'Wingding' EP
Bendigo Fletcher Announce New 'Wingding' EP
September 23, 2022

Shapeshifting on an axis between folk, alternative, country, and soul, Bendigo Fletcher’s lofty melodies soar above earthy instrumentation on Wingding. Charmed with psychedelic flourishes, yet tightly rooted in tried-and-true songcraft, the Louisville quintet continues to instantly transfix across the EP’s four tracks.

Billy Idol Releases 'The Cage' EP
Billy Idol Releases 'The Cage' EP
September 23, 2022

The Cage EP, the new release from Billy Idol, is out now via Dark Horse Records. This new music follows Idol’s 2021 The Roadside EP, which received praise from fans and critics alike. As on The Roadside EP, Idol is joined on the new project by his longtime collaborator, co-writer and guitarist Steve Stevens. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

SPIRITED Movie Musical Starring Will Ferrell & Ryan Reynolds Sets November Premiere Dates
SPIRITED Movie Musical Starring Will Ferrell & Ryan Reynolds Sets November Premiere Dates
September 23, 2022

The cast of the movie musical includes  Will Ferrell, Ryan Reynolds, Octavia Spencer, Patrick Page, Sunita Mani, Loren Woods, Joe Tippett, Marlow Barkley, and Jen Tullock. The new film will feature music by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, plus newcomers Sukari Jones, Khiyon Hursey and Mark Sonnenblick. Check out new behind the scenes photos now!

JVKE Releases Debut Album 'this is what ___ feels like (Vol. 1-4)'
JVKE Releases Debut Album 'this is what ___ feels like (Vol. 1-4)'
September 23, 2022

Written, recorded and produced entirely by JVKE and his brother ZVC in his Rhode Island home, the album is a collection of songs that document the life cycle of a relationship. Broken into 4 stages (falling in love, heartbreak, sadness, and falling out of love), JVKE crafted melodies, lyrics, and production to simulate the feelings described.

Sam Williams Releases New Song 'Blame 'Em Both'
Sam Williams Releases New Song 'Blame 'Em Both'
September 23, 2022

Nashville singer/songwriter Sam Williams has released the delicately scathing “Blame ‘Em Both”, another song from the forthcoming deluxe version of his celebrated debut, Glasshouse Children out via Mercury Nashville.  The expanded edition of the record, entitled Glasshouse Children: Tilted Crown, includes six brand new tracks.

GUNNAR Shares New Single 'Cinnamon'
GUNNAR Shares New Single 'Cinnamon'
September 23, 2022

GUNNAR has amassed 15,664,000 Spotify global streams and 258,000 Tiktok followers. He’s had 5.6 million views on Youtube and continues to have an ever growing and loyal fanbase. GUNNAR will play dates throughout the fall including multiple hometown shows in Los Angeles with more dates being announced soon.

THE BACHELORETTE Scores Its Strongest Telecast of the Last Two Seasons
THE BACHELORETTE Scores Its Strongest Telecast of the Last Two Seasons
September 23, 2022

On its second to last episode of the season, “The Bachelorette” marked new season highs in both Total Viewers (4.4 million) and Adults 18-49 (1.2/11). In fact, “The Bachelorette” delivered its strongest telecast of the last two seasons in both Nielsen measures. The ABC unscripted series built for its 2nd straight telecast in Adults 18-49.

Red Hot Chili Peppers Share New Song 'Eddie'
Red Hot Chili Peppers Share New Song 'Eddie'
September 23, 2022

Return of the Dream Canteen will land just six months after the platinum-selling chart topper Unlimited Love. The latter emerged as the group’s second #1 bow on the Billboard Top 200 and stands out as the biggest rock album of the year. Once again, they joined forces with longtime producer and creative confidant Rick Rubin for this sprawling LP.

Joshua Bassett Releases New EP 'Sad Songs in a Hotel Room'
Joshua Bassett Releases New EP 'Sad Songs in a Hotel Room'
September 23, 2022

Joshua Bassett showcases the full scope of his artistry on the deeply personal Sad Songs In A Hotel Room EP. The 6-song set includes recent single “Smoke Slow” as well as staggering new material like “Lifeline,” which is accompanied by an intimate video, which finds Bassett delivering the poignant lyrics straight to camera.

Young Devyn Releases New EP 'Baby Goat 2'
Young Devyn Releases New EP 'Baby Goat 2'
September 23, 2022

emaining true to her Brooklyn and Trinidadian roots, Baby Goat 2 finds Devyn showcasing her versatility, authentic storytelling, and signature no-holds-barred flow. The project allows Devyn to bridge her different worlds as she continues to explore her artistry through Hip-Hop, R&B, and a Soca-infused lens.

Carly Rae Jepsen Announces 'The So Nice Tour' UK & Ireland Dates
Carly Rae Jepsen Announces 'The So Nice Tour' UK & Ireland Dates
September 23, 2022

The So Nice Tour kicks off on February 5th 2023 in Dublin, Ireland and heads over to the UK on February 7th 2023 in Leeds, the nationwide tour will include dates in Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Brighton and will conclude with a huge London show at Alexandra Palace on February 15th 2023.

Shania Twain Debuts New Single 'Waking Up Dreaming'
Shania Twain Debuts New Single 'Waking Up Dreaming'
September 23, 2022

Five-time GRAMMY® Award-winning legend and the best-selling female artist in country music history Shania Twain has unveiled her first new single since 2017, “Waking Up Dreaming”. The single serves as her first release with her new label partner Republic Nashville, a division of Republic Records.

Tim Burton's WEDNESDAY Sets November Premiere on Netflix
Tim Burton's WEDNESDAY Sets November Premiere on Netflix
September 23, 2022

The series stars Jenna Ortega (Wednesday Addams), Gwendoline Christie (Principal Larissa Weems), Jamie McShane (Sheriff Galpin), Percy Hynes White (Xavier Thorpe), Hunter Doohan (Tyler Galpin), Emma Myers (Enid Sinclair), with Christina Ricci (Marilyn Thornhill), Catherine Zeta-Jones (Morticia Addams) and Luis Guzmán (Gomez Addams).

Martin Short & Shania Twain in Final Talks to Join ABC's BEAUTY & THE BEAST Special
Martin Short & Shania Twain in Final Talks to Join ABC's BEAUTY & THE BEAST Special
September 22, 2022

Martin Short and Shania Twain may be joining ABC's upcoming Beauty and the Beast special. They are in talks for Short to play Lumière and for Twain to play Mrs. Potts. They would join previously announced H.E.R. in the role of Belle, David Alan Grier as Cogsworth, Joshua Henry as Gaston, Josh Groban as the Beast, and Rita Moreno as the Narrator.

Broadway Watch Guide: Fall 2022 - Where to Watch Skylar Astin, Sheryl Lee Ralph & More on TV This Fall
Broadway Watch Guide: Fall 2022 - Where to Watch Skylar Astin, Sheryl Lee Ralph & More on TV This Fall
September 23, 2022

The upcoming fall television season features an exciting lineup of Broadway stars starring in new and returning television series. From Skylar Astin's new CBS series So Help Me Todd to newly-minted Emmy winner Sheryl Lee Ralph returning for the second season of Abbott Elementary, check out where and when you can watch Broadway stars on TV!

iann dior Releases New Single 'Saddest Soundtrack'
iann dior Releases New Single 'Saddest Soundtrack'
September 22, 2022

Multi-platinum selling and chart-topping recording artist iann dior releases his new single “saddest soundtrack.” The track premiered earlier on BBC Radio 1’s Future Pop show with Mollie King. Produced by Travis Barker, “saddest soundtrack” takes a more somber turn for dior. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Jimmy Fallon's TONIGHT SHOW Wins Final Weeks of Summer With Ratings Hot Streak
Jimmy Fallon's TONIGHT SHOW Wins Final Weeks of Summer With Ratings Hot Streak
September 22, 2022

Going into the fall and Fallon’s 10th season as host, guests and musical performances will include Lea Michele, Arctic Monkeys, Pierce Brosnan, Camila Cabello, Kid Cudi, Robert De Niro, Zac Efron, Jon Hamm, Jack Harlow, Dwayne Johnson, Nick Kroll, Ralph Macchio, Rachel Maddow, Eli Manning, Modern English, Zedd & Maren Morris, and more.

Justin Champagne & Snoop Dogg to Release 'If She Ain't Country' Remix
Justin Champagne & Snoop Dogg to Release 'If She Ain't Country' Remix
September 22, 2022

Justin Champagne, a genre-bending artist with countless viral moments dating all the way back to 2016, is accelerating the track to success since joining cultural icon Snoop Dogg on the road with an opening stint on. A few months later, Champagne released a new EP release, multiple music videos and now Champagne is back with new music next week.



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