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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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VIDEO: Apple TV+ Shares SHANTARAM Drama Series Trailer Starring Charlie Hunnam
VIDEO: Apple TV+ Shares SHANTARAM Drama Series Trailer Starring Charlie Hunnam
September 14, 2022

The series stars Charlie Hunnam, Shubham Saraf, Elektra Kilbey, Fayssal Bazzi, Luke Pasqualino, Antonia Desplat, Alyy Khan, Sujaya Dasgupta, Vincent Perez, David Field, Alexander Siddig, Gabrielle Scharnitzky, Elham Ehsas, Rachel Kamath, Matthew Joseph, and Shiv Palekar. Watch the new video trailer now!

Emeryld Releases Debut Single 'Bombs Away'
Emeryld Releases Debut Single 'Bombs Away'
September 14, 2022

Emeryld reveals the first song “Bombs Away” from her upcoming EP, accompanied by a timeless music video directed by Andy Madeleine, which will be released on Neon Gold Records. She is the newest signing on the record label that brought you Charli XCX, HAIM, MARINA, Christine and the Queens, Matt Maeson etc.

The Heavy Hours Release New Single 'You Say My Name'
The Heavy Hours Release New Single 'You Say My Name'
September 14, 2022

The Heavy Hours return to release their new single “You Say My Name.” “You Say My Name” was recorded in the Catskill Mountains of upstate New York and produced by Simone Felice & David Baron. The song marks the group’s first new music since releasing their full length album, Gardens, back in February of this year. 

Dropkick Murphys Release 'All You Fonies' Single
Dropkick Murphys Release 'All You Fonies' Single
September 14, 2022

Just a few weeks before the release of Dropkick Murphys’ new album This Machine Still Kills Fascists, the band has released the new single and video, “All You Fonies.” The cinematic video for “All You Fonies” was shot at the historic Roman amphitheater Les Arènes de Nîmes while Dropkick Murphys were on tour in France earlier this year.

Have Mercy Shares 'Seventeen' & Announces 'The Earth Pushed Back' CD Re-Press
Have Mercy Shares 'Seventeen' & Announces 'The Earth Pushed Back' CD Re-Press
September 14, 2022

Rock band Have Mercy have teamed up with international label Rude Records to release a brand new CD re-pressing of the band’s debut LP The Earth Pushed Back. Additionally they have shared an unreleased b-side from their 2012 EP, My Oldest Friend, titled “Seventeen”. Have Mercy reunited earlier this year.

The Orielles Share New Track 'The Room'
The Orielles Share New Track 'The Room'
September 14, 2022

The Orielles have shared brand new track and video for 'The Room', the latest to be taken from their forthcoming new album Tableau, a genuinely contemporary record which voyages far beyond the musical limits reached on their previous albums Silver Dollar Moment (2018), Disco Volador (2020) and La Vita Olistica (2021).

The Lone Bellow Announce New Album 'Love Songs For Losers'
The Lone Bellow Announce New Album 'Love Songs For Losers'
September 14, 2022

The fifth full-length from the beloved Nashville-by-way-of-Brooklyn trio, Love Songs For Losers features their most expansive and eclectic body of work yet. The group also shared their new single “Honey,” a synth-laced reflection on the more delicate aspects of enduring love imbued with equal parts brutal honesty and heart-expanding wisdom. 

Quinn Christopherson Shares New Single 'Uptown' Ahead of Debut Album
Quinn Christopherson Shares New Single 'Uptown' Ahead of Debut Album
September 14, 2022

Alaska’s Quinn Christopherson is sharing the poignant and honest single “Uptown.” Cut from the same cloth as artists like Joni Mitchell or The Mountain Goats, Quinn writes with an unparalleled precision— his exacting details giving the songs a depth and believability that’s relatable, though your own circumstances will no doubt be different.

REFLECT From SHORT CIRCUIT EXPERIMENTAL FILMS Now Streaming on Disney+
REFLECT From SHORT CIRCUIT EXPERIMENTAL FILMS Now Streaming on Disney+
September 14, 2022

Watch the trailer of “Reflect” which features an original score by Jake Monaco (“Cars on the Road,” “Jerry and Marge Go Large”). Learn all about Disney's newest animated short film.

John Stamos to Write Memoir for Henry Holt
John Stamos to Write Memoir for Henry Holt
September 14, 2022

Henry Holt, a division of Macmillan Publishers, has acquired actor John Stamos’s memoir, If You Would Have Told Me. Stamos is the critically acclaimed, Emmy-nominated actor whose multifaceted career spans four decades. Executive Editor James Melia acquired the book from Esther Newberg and Kristyn Keene Benton at CAA.

THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW Sets Season Three Return to Peacock
THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW Sets Season Three Return to Peacock
September 14, 2022

Peacock’s THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW is back for a third season this Fall with a five-episode order. She is currently co-writing the Broadway musical “Some Like it Hot,” which will begin performances this November. Watch a new announcement video from Amber Ruffin now! Guests for the new season will be announced at a later date.

Guitar Stylist Rich Chorné Releases His Sixth Album
Guitar Stylist Rich Chorné Releases His Sixth Album
September 14, 2022

Within that time frame he also helped produce and write two EPs with fellow singer/songwriter Kathy Lyon, who lives in Florida after beginning her career in the Washington D.C. area. Heading up the team was producer/singer Richard Cagle, owner of Texas and New Mexico based Montrose Records.

Claire Rousay Announces New Benefit Album 'wouldn't have to hurt'
Claire Rousay Announces New Benefit Album 'wouldn't have to hurt'
September 14, 2022

Los Angeles composer and improviser claire rousay surprise-announced that her new album wouldn’t have to hurt is available via her own American Dreams Records imprint Mended Dreams, with the title track “wouldn’t have to hurt” is streaming publicly now while the other tracks are only available upon purchase.

Bomba Estéreo & Manu Chao Release 'Me Duele' & Announce North American Tour Dates
Bomba Estéreo & Manu Chao Release 'Me Duele' & Announce North American Tour Dates
September 14, 2022

Colombian stars Bomba Estéreo deliver a brand new collaboration “Me Duele” with the Barcelona-based icon Manu Chao. “Me Duele” was created during a Manu Chao visit to Liliana Saumet's home studio on the Caribbean coast of Colombia. A portion of the song's royalties will be donated to Costeño Social, a school in Guachaca, near Li's home.

Crooks & Nannies Share First New Song in 5 Years
Crooks & Nannies Share First New Song in 5 Years
September 14, 2022

Crooks & Nannies, the West Philadelphia duo of Madel Rafter (they/them) & Sam Huntington (she/her), are sharing their first new music in 5 years to accompany the news that they have signed to Grand Jury Music. Crooks & Nannies will be heading on their first tour this fall, supporting Lucy Dacus.

VIDEO: Netflix Drops LOVE IS BLIND Season Three Teaser
VIDEO: Netflix Drops LOVE IS BLIND Season Three Teaser
September 14, 2022

Netflix has released a teaser for the third season of Love Is Blind. Hosted by Nick and Vanessa Lachey, this addictive twelve-episode series will uncover whether looks, race or age do matter, or if love really is blind. Watch the new video teaser and check out the episode release schedule now!

Hermanos Gutiérrez Release New Song 'Los Chicos Tristes'
Hermanos Gutiérrez Release New Song 'Los Chicos Tristes'
September 14, 2022

Zurich-based duo Hermanos Gutiérrez, comprised of brothers Estevan and Alejandro Gutiérrez, are excited to release their new song, “Los Chicos Tristes,” into the world. “Los Chicos Tristes” follows songs “Tres Hermanos,” a track they recorded with The Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach, and “El Bueno Y El Malo,” the title track from their forthcoming album.

Kuri Releases New Single 'I Don't Wanna Sing About Love' From His Upcoming Album 'I Love You, You're Welcome'
Kuri Releases New Single 'I Don't Wanna Sing About Love' From His Upcoming Album 'I Love You, You're Welcome'
September 14, 2022

Vancouver-based songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer Kuri, aka Scott Currie, has released his latest single, “I Don’t Wanna Sing About Love,” off his upcoming sophomore solo album, I Love You, You’re Welcome. Pre-save I Love You, You’re Welcome now! Plus, watch the track's accompanying music video now!

The Lazy Eyes Announce Debut U.S. Headline Tour
The Lazy Eyes Announce Debut U.S. Headline Tour
September 14, 2022

The new guard of psych rock, The Lazy Eyes, are announcing their debut North American tour, finally bringing their live show from Australia to the US this fall, with the US dates starting on Nov 7 in San Fransisco. This tour is in support of their much-anticipated debut album, Songbook, out earlier this year.

Thus Love Release New Track 'Repetitioner'
Thus Love Release New Track 'Repetitioner'
September 14, 2022

THUS LOVE is a band—but also so much more. The Brattleboro, Vermont trio stand together, a bond cemented by their experience as outsiders looking in. For THUS LOVE, DIY is an ethos that reflects not only their musical vision but their very existence as three self-identifying trans artists. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!



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