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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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In This Moment to Release 'Blood 1983' EP This Fall
In This Moment to Release 'Blood 1983' EP This Fall
August 30, 2022

In This Moment release the first track “Whore 1983” from their forthcoming Blood 1983 EP. The Blood 1983 EP commemorates the ten year anniversary of the band’s album Blood (2012) and will be available digitally across all digital service providers as well as CD. The EP was Co-Produced by Tyler Bates and Dan Haigh, and mixed by Zakk Cervini.

UKRAINIAN FREEDOM ORCHESTRA AT THE KENNEDY CENTER to Air on PBS
UKRAINIAN FREEDOM ORCHESTRA AT THE KENNEDY CENTER to Air on PBS
August 30, 2022

The orchestra includes refugees; Ukrainian members of European orchestras, including the Tonkunstler Orchestra of Vienna, the Belgian National Orchestra and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra; and musicians from the Kyiv National Opera, National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine, Lviv Philharmonic Orchestra and Kharkiv Opera, among Ukrainian ensembles.

Irish Singer-Songwriter KARAN CASEY Launches U.S. Tour
Irish Singer-Songwriter KARAN CASEY Launches U.S. Tour
August 30, 2022

KARAN CASEY, one of Ireland’s big singer-songwriters – and a leading advocate for gender balance in the Irish folk and traditional music scene – will make her first U.S. tour in three years from September 1-18, a slate of 13 performances that will highlight her recent work, including her album Hieroglyphs That Tell the Tale and unreleased material.

A Shoreline Dream Release New Single 'Loveblind'
A Shoreline Dream Release New Single 'Loveblind'
August 30, 2022

Iconic shoegaze / postpunk outfit A Shoreline Dream present the single 'Loveblind', the title track from their forthcoming album, their first dose of new music since the Covid pandemic began. Just as infectious as the lead track 'Alarms Stop Ringing', these two sonic gems preview 40 minutes of goth-laced progressive soundscapes.

Mary Elizabeth Winstead & Xochitl Gomez Set For URSA MAJOR Film
Mary Elizabeth Winstead & Xochitl Gomez Set For URSA MAJOR Film
August 30, 2022

URSA MAJOR is set on an earth-like planet, where a mother (Winstead) and daughter (Gomez) fight for survival while hiding from a group of hunters. With the added threat of an imminent and deadly storm, Natalie - now a teenager - begins questioning her mother, Charlie, about who they are, how they got here, and what they need to do to survive.

Photos: Jesse Tyler Ferguson & More Attend IVY + BEAN Special LA Screening
Photos: Jesse Tyler Ferguson & More Attend IVY + BEAN Special LA Screening
August 30, 2022

Last night, the cast of Netflix's Ivy + Bean attended an LA special screening at Harmony Gold. Cast included Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Keslee Blalock, Sasha Pieterse, Lidya Jewett, Garfield Wilson, and Jaycie Dotin. Check out photos from the event now!

VIDEO: Freeform Debuts THE COME UP Series Trailer
VIDEO: Freeform Debuts THE COME UP Series Trailer
August 30, 2022

The cast, comprised of a group of ambitious, action-oriented, and diverse Gen Z New Yorkers whose careers are on the rise, includes: Taofeek Abijako, Fernando Casablancas, Ben Hard, Claude Shwartz, Ebon Gore, and Sophia Wilson. Each person is thriving in their respective fields: modeling, fashion design, photography, acting, and nightlife organizing. Watch the new video trailer now!

ME TIME Tops Netflix Film List the Week of August 22
ME TIME Tops Netflix Film List the Week of August 22
August 30, 2022

Viewers spent some quality Me Time with Kevin Hart, Mark Wahlberg and Regina Hall as the film debuted atop the English Films List with 59.23M hours viewed. The buddy comedy, full of unexpected adventures and the Kevin Hart-Seal duet you didn’t know you needed, appeared in the Top 10 in 92 countries.

LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN Sets Season 35 Premiere
LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN Sets Season 35 Premiere
August 30, 2022

As always, the guest chair is as hot as ever, with A-list celebrities starting their mornings with Kelly and Ryan throughout the month, including Ryan Reynolds, Tyler Perry, Naomi Watts, Keegan-Michael Key, Billy Eichner, Quinta Brunson, Josh Duhamel, Idina Menzel, Jimmy Kimmel, Justin Long, Derek Hough, Leann Rimes, Mark Cuban and more.

Sierra Hull Announces Headlining Tour This Fall
Sierra Hull Announces Headlining Tour This Fall
August 30, 2022

After a whirlwind summer criss-crossing the country, the acclaimed mandolinist and her dynamic band left a wake of awestruck audiences at major festivals including Sacred Rose Festival, Under The Big Sky, and the Cayamo Cruise, sharing the stage with the likes of Emmylou Harris, Madison Cunningham, Margo Price, and Billy Strings, along the way.

Forrest Isn't Dead Releases New Singles 'Heaven' & 'Earth'
Forrest Isn't Dead Releases New Singles 'Heaven' & 'Earth'
August 30, 2022

As he gears up for the release of his debut album, The End Of Everything, next month, Atlanta-based rising alt-pop artist Forrest Isn’t Dead has released a pair of new singles, “Heaven” and “Earth,” with a two-part video series to accompany the songs. Watch the new music video below, both directed by Noah Lamport, now!

The Casual Dots to Release First Album in 18 Years 'Sanguine Truth'
The Casual Dots to Release First Album in 18 Years 'Sanguine Truth'
August 30, 2022

The Casual Dots is a trio formed in Washington, DC in 2002, featuring Christina Billotte (Slant 6, Quixotic, Autoclave) on vocals and guitar, Kathi Wilcox (Bikini Kill, Frumpies) on guitar and backing vocals, and Steve Dore (Snoozers, Deep Lust) on drums. The band has announced their new album, Sanguine Truth, produced by Fugazi's Guy Picciotto.

Caribbean Stars Tarrus Riley & Alison Hinds Takeover Spotify Playlists
Caribbean Stars Tarrus Riley & Alison Hinds Takeover Spotify Playlists
August 30, 2022

Reggae star Tarrus Riley has taken over the Spotify Reggae Classics playlist.  The initiative, supported by VP Records, also sees the Queen of Soca, Alison Hinds take over the ‘Soca Classics’ playlist in celebration of the Carnival Sounds campaign honoring UK Carnival.  The selections will also be shared for Labor Day celebrations in the U.S. 

Ronan Conroy Shares 'Double Helix' Single Feat. Oh Halo's Julie Ulie Dicterow
Ronan Conroy Shares 'Double Helix' Single Feat. Oh Halo's Julie Ulie Dicterow
August 30, 2022

Brooklyn-based artist Ronan Conroy presents his new single 'Double Helix', an atmospheric track featuring captivating vocals by Julie Dicterow of Oh Halo. Lush with dark reverie, this is the first taster of his forthcoming album 'The Slow Death of the LoveMyth', beautifully complemented by a captivating video created by NYC-based artist Hypnodoll.

Steep Canyon Rangers Announce Aaron Burdett as the Newest Ranger
Steep Canyon Rangers Announce Aaron Burdett as the Newest Ranger
August 30, 2022

Steep Canyon Rangers have added Aaron Burdett as the newest Ranger. An acclaimed Americana/folk singer-songwriter and performer from Western North Carolina, Aaron is listed as one of the most important western NC musicians by WNC Magazine. Burdett started playing shows with the band in August and is now officially on board. 

Nashville Rock Group CHLSY To Release New Album 'Quantum Entanglement'
Nashville Rock Group CHLSY To Release New Album 'Quantum Entanglement'
August 30, 2022

The group has also released '555' featuring Jon Ezzo. The track is off their upcoming album and comes on the heels of several single releases, including “Garden,” “Vancouver,” two additional songs, “Bones” and “it was all in my head,” and their most recognized track, “No (Hard) Feelings.'

Adam Hood To Make Grand Ole Opry Debut in October
Adam Hood To Make Grand Ole Opry Debut in October
August 30, 2022

While Hood has helped pen songs for superstars like Miranda Lambert, The Oak Ridge Boys and Cody Jinks, who have all graced the Opry stage, this will be Adam's first time in the Opry circle. Joining the lineup of Opry members Bill Anderson, Lauren Alaina and Dustin Lynch with more to be announced, Hood's debut will certainly be one to remember.

Drug Couple to Release 'Stoned Weekend' Vinyl This Friday
Drug Couple to Release 'Stoned Weekend' Vinyl This Friday
August 30, 2022

Following its digital release earlier this year, DRUG COUPLE are delighted to finally confirm the vinyl release date of their acclaimed debut album: ‘Stoned Weekend’. Featuring the singles “Linda’s Tripp”, “Our December” and “Lemon Trees”, ‘Stoned Weekend’ the debut album by Drug Couple was released earlier this year via the PaperCup Music label.

Architects Share New Single 'deep fake'
Architects Share New Single 'deep fake'
August 30, 2022

Single “deep fake” continues the band's exploration of electronic and industrial elements, pitting gritty synths against wailing guitar leads. Produced by Dan Searle and Josh Middleton, with additional production from Sam Carter at Deacon’s Middle Farm Studios and their own HQ, Electric Studios in Brighton. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Showtime Promotes Zoe Rogovin to Senior Vice President, Programming
Showtime Promotes Zoe Rogovin to Senior Vice President, Programming
August 30, 2022

Traversing the non-fiction genre, Rogovin has spearheaded the network’s most recent limited-series successes including the Emmy® nominated WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT COSBY, as well as extraterrestrial investigation series UFO, music sagas SUPREME TEAM and SUPERVILLAIN.



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