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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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The Damn Truth Announces El Mocambo Show Ahead of U.K. Tour
The Damn Truth Announces El Mocambo Show Ahead of U.K. Tour
September 6, 2022

The Damn Truth includes Lee-la Baum (lead vocals, guitars), Tom Shemer (lead guitar, vocals), PY Letellier (bass, vocals), and Dave Traina (drums, vocals). The band’s third album, Now or Nowhere, showcases their definitive sound and explores the deeper side of the band, current times, and everything else in this tumultuous world.

VIDEO: Netflix Shares Teaser For Jordan Peele's WENDELL & WILD Film
VIDEO: Netflix Shares Teaser For Jordan Peele's WENDELL & WILD Film
September 6, 2022

From the delightfully wicked minds of Henry Selick and producer Jordan Peele comes Wendell & Wild, an animated tale about scheming demon brothers Wendell (Keegan-Michael Key) and Wild  (Peele), who enlist the aid of Kat Elliot — a tough teen with a load of guilt — to summon them to the Land of the Living. Watch the video trailer now!

The Snuts Release New Single 'Knuckles'
The Snuts Release New Single 'Knuckles'
September 6, 2022

The Snuts have release their infectious new single “Knuckles,” which premiered as Clara Amfo’s “Hottest Record In The World” on BBC Radio 1. “Knuckles” is the fifth single to come from their highly-anticipated new album Burn The Empire, out October 7th on Parlophone Records/Elektra Records. Burn The Empire follows the band’s debut album W.L.

Serayah Joins Quavo & Billy Zane in Cast of Action Thriller TAKEOVER
Serayah Joins Quavo & Billy Zane in Cast of Action Thriller TAKEOVER
September 6, 2022

Trioscope, in partnership with Quality Films, has shared that NAACP Image Award nominee Serayah (Empire, Kingdom Business) will star in the upcoming action-thriller Takeover, alongside multi-hyphenate Quavo (Atlanta, Wash Me in the River) and Billy Zane (The Boys, Titanic). In the film, Serayah will play “Lt. Keisha Jenner.'

Amee Dolleman, Charles Pugliese, Mahita Penke and Jennifer Dubin Promoted at Disney Branded Television
Amee Dolleman, Charles Pugliese, Mahita Penke and Jennifer Dubin Promoted at Disney Branded Television
September 6, 2022

Amee Dolleman and Charles Pugliese have been promoted to vice president, and Mahita Penke and Jennifer (Jen) Dubin have been promoted to executive director, Original Movies, Disney Branded Television, a provider of original content for Disney+ and Disney Channels.

Netflix Sets THE GREAT BRITISH BAKING SHOW COLLECTION 10 Premiere Date
Netflix Sets THE GREAT BRITISH BAKING SHOW COLLECTION 10 Premiere Date
September 6, 2022

The Great British Baking Show follows a group of amateur bakers as they compete against each other in a series of challenges, attempting to impress judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith with their baking skills. One contestant is eliminated each week, and the winner is selected from the contestants who reach the finals.

Colin Farrell to Join Charlize Theron & Sheryl Lee Ralph at Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS
Colin Farrell to Join Charlize Theron & Sheryl Lee Ralph at Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS
September 6, 2022

Colin Farrell will be honored at The Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS fundraising gala, joining previously announced honorees Charlize Theron and Sheryl Lee Ralph. All three will be honored with the Elizabeth Taylor Commitment to End AIDS Award. GRAMMY®-winning Motown legend Thelma Houston will perform at the event.

P-VALLEY Star Harriett D. Foy to Release New Single
P-VALLEY Star Harriett D. Foy to Release New Single
September 6, 2022

An award-winning stage actress, she has lent her vocals to cast albums for Broadway and off-Broadway productions including Amelie, Amazing Grace, Lone Star Love, Reunion, and Inside Out. She performs with the Discoettes, a group she created with her ‘sister-friends,’ fellow performers Carmen Ruby Floyd and Laiona Michelle. 

Ruth B. to Perform A JAZZMAN'S BLUES Original Song at TIFF
Ruth B. to Perform A JAZZMAN'S BLUES Original Song at TIFF
September 6, 2022

The performance will take place at Roy Thomson Hall and marks the live debut of 'Paper Airplanes,' which multi-platinum artist Ruth B. and two-time Academy Award nominee / 5-time Grammy winner Terence Blanchard wrote and recorded specifically for A JAZZMAN'S BLUES. The track was produced by Oscar and Grammy winning producer, D'Mile and Ruth B.

Alfie Templeman & Thomas Headon Announce North American Co-Headline Tour
Alfie Templeman & Thomas Headon Announce North American Co-Headline Tour
September 6, 2022

Alfie Templeman and Thomas Headon have shared news of the “2 British Friends 1 North America” tour. The North American co-headline trek kicks off November 7th in Anaheim, CA and includes stops at Los Angeles’ Troubador on November 8th and New York City’s Gramercy Theatre on November 16th before wrapping up in Toronto, ON on November 21st.

THE VINCE STAPLES SHOW is Coming to Netflix
THE VINCE STAPLES SHOW is Coming to Netflix
September 6, 2022

The fictional series is loosely inspired by Staples’ life, taking place in Long Beach, California. Executive producers for The Vince Staples Show are Vince Staples, Kenya Barris for Khalabo Ink Society, Ian Edelman, Maurice Williams, Corey Smyth and Calmatic. Edelman and Williams are co-runners of the The Vince Staples Show, reuniting with Barris.

She/Her/Hers Announce New Self-Titled Album & Release Lead Single
She/Her/Hers Announce New Self-Titled Album & Release Lead Single
September 6, 2022

Originally leader Emma Grrl's solo creative project, this is the band's first full band record, building a fuller sound from its original acoustic incarnation. They released the single 'To Do Lists (Color Coded)', which harkens back to the project's folk-punk roots while broadening its scope to the Regina Spektor type balladry it's indebted to. 

Photos: Florence Pugh, Harry Styles & the DON'T WORRY DARLING Cast Hit the Venice Film Festival Red Carpet
Photos: Florence Pugh, Harry Styles & the DON'T WORRY DARLING Cast Hit the Venice Film Festival Red Carpet
September 6, 2022

Over the weekend, the cast of Don't Worry Darling hit the red carpet ahead of their premiere at the Venice Film Festival. Check out photos of director Olivia Wilde and cast members Florence Pugh, Harry Styles, Gemma Chan, Chris Pine, Nick Kroll, Sydney Chandler, and more in new photos!

Sir Cliff Richard Announces 'Christmas With Cliff'
Sir Cliff Richard Announces 'Christmas With Cliff'
September 6, 2022

‘Christmas With Cliff’ features 13 Christmas classics and brand-new Christmas tracks from this British music legend synonymous for his love of Christmas. Available digitally, on CD, very special red vinyl and a limited run of white vinyl exclusive to Amazon, ‘Christmas With Cliff’ can be pre-ordered now.

Taylor Acorn To Embark On First Ever Tour Supporting Real Friends
Taylor Acorn To Embark On First Ever Tour Supporting Real Friends
September 6, 2022

Beginning Wednesday, September 28th in Pittsburgh, PA at Spirit Hall, the tour will be visiting over 25 cities across North America including stops in Toronto, ON, Philadelphia, PA, New York, NY, Pomona, CA and more before wrapping on Tuesday, November 1st in Minneapolis, MN at The Garage.

5amDiaries Releases New Single 'London Town'
5amDiaries Releases New Single 'London Town'
September 6, 2022

5amDiaries is the London underground rap scene's newest star. 5am has proceeded well into the year with a stream of stellar releases, delivering the tracks 'SOFA' and 'VIBE' with many more tunes to come. 'London Town' connotes an average day in 5am's life and what one may encounter whilst wandering the streets of South London.

Sam Fender Announces New Live Album 'Live From Finsbury Park'
Sam Fender Announces New Live Album 'Live From Finsbury Park'
September 6, 2022

The album captures Sam’s sell-out performance in front of 45,000 fans earlier this Summer in London. As Sam’s biggest headline show to date, and straight off the back of his show-stealing performance at Glastonbury Festival, the Finsbury Park show paid testament to an incredible twelve months for an artist whose rise has been meteoric.

VIDEO: Netflix Shares ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT Teaser Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Shares ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT Teaser Trailer
September 6, 2022

The cast includes Felix Kammerer, Albrecht Schuch, Aaron Hilmer, Moritz Klaus, Edin Hasanovic, Adrian Grünewald, with Thibault De Montalembert, with Daniel Brühl, and Devid Striesow. The film from director Edward Berger is based on the world renowned bestseller of the same name by Erich Maria Remarque. Watch the new video trailer now!

Rockers BLACK VEIL BRIDES Release New Single 'Saviour II'
Rockers BLACK VEIL BRIDES Release New Single 'Saviour II'
September 6, 2022

Black Veil Brides have released a brand new single “Saviour II.” The track was produced and mixed by Erik Ron (Godsmack, Bush and The Faim) at Grey Area Studios. The video was directed by Vicente Cordero (Cradle of Filth, Suicide Silence and David Hasselhoff) of Industrialism Films. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Ron Gallo Shares 'ENTITLED MAN' Single
Ron Gallo Shares 'ENTITLED MAN' Single
September 6, 2022

Ron Gallo shares his new single, “ENTITLED MAN.' Confronting society’s tolerance of the male superiority complex, the track channels his anger and sharp wit into driving beats, sharp guitars, and a gripping melody. This is his first single since signing to famed indie label, Kill Rock Stars, teasing much more to come!



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