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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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Rayland Baxter Announces New Album 'If I Were A Butterfly'
Rayland Baxter Announces New Album 'If I Were A Butterfly'
August 30, 2022

To mark the occasion, the Tennessee-bred Baxter has released the album’s title track and its companion video directed by Citizen Kane Wayne. The album opener features a lush collage of horns, flutes and strings and layered backing vocals from Lennon Stella and Sophia Rose. If I Were A Butterfly was produced by Baxter, Tim O’Sullivan and Kai Welch.

Tama Gucci Announces 'Almost Blue (After Hours Deluxe)' & Shares SONIKKU Remix
Tama Gucci Announces 'Almost Blue (After Hours Deluxe)' & Shares SONIKKU Remix
August 30, 2022

The new project from the New York City-based, Miami-raised musician, vocalist, and electronic composer aka  Kymani Floyd features a cover of Britney Spears’ “Toxic” and six remixes from Autow Nite Superstore, Swami Sound, Phyzical Trax, Indigo Heaven, Peter Fonda and SONIKKU, whose new take on Tama’s “Show Me” is available now.

Apple TV+ Renews TRYING Comedy Series for Season Four
Apple TV+ Renews TRYING Comedy Series for Season Four
August 30, 2022

The third season finds Nikki, played by BAFTA Award nominee Esther Smith, and Jason, played by SAG Award nominee Rafe Spall, waking up as new parents to two children they are still getting to know. Now they just have to keep hold of them, which proves to be trickier than they initially thought.

Boogie Belgique Release Third Single 'Wonder' Ahead of Forthcoming Album 'Machine'
Boogie Belgique Release Third Single 'Wonder' Ahead of Forthcoming Album 'Machine'
August 30, 2022

In line with fan favorites like Goodnight Moon and Forever & Ever, this modern melancholic Crooner, inspired by the 1909 Harold Orlob hit I Wonder Who’s Kissing You Now, mixes modern punchy beats with the best of the swing and big band era. Wonder is out now across all streaming platforms. Listen to the new single now!

Roderick Lawrence Awarded Best Actor at the 2022 BronzeLens Film Festival of Atlanta
Roderick Lawrence Awarded Best Actor at the 2022 BronzeLens Film Festival of Atlanta
August 30, 2022

He was honored for his performance in the multi-award-winning short film, Silent Partner, which was also a nominee for Best Short Film. Nominees in the Best Actor category included Coleman Domingo (North Star), Ras-Samuel Welda’abzgi (BLVCK GOLD), and Marcus Temple (Sons of Toledo).

Naveen Andrews Joins FOX's THE CLEANING LADY as a Series Regular
Naveen Andrews Joins FOX's THE CLEANING LADY as a Series Regular
August 30, 2022

Andrews will play ROBERT KAMDAR, NADIA’s (Eva De Dominici) gregarious and charming ex-lover, who is intent on driving a wedge between ARMAN (Adan Canto) and Nadia. Standing to lose everything, Arman has to fight to keep his world — and his dignity — intact, while determined to rebuild his life under the worst of circumstances.

Netflix Sets MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Streaming Date
Netflix Sets MATILDA THE MUSICAL Movie Streaming Date
August 30, 2022

An adaptation of the Tony and Olivier award-winning musical, Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical tells the story of Matilda Wormwood (Alisha Weir), a little girl with big curiosity, a sharp mind and a vivid imagination — and the worst parents in the world. The film will also include Emma Thompson, Lashana Lynch, Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough.

Jon Pardi Tops the Charts & Earns Fifth #1 With 'Last Night Lonely'
Jon Pardi Tops the Charts & Earns Fifth #1 With 'Last Night Lonely'
August 30, 2022

Penned by Jimi Bell, Joe Fox and Dylan Marlowe, “Last Night Lonely” marks each of the songwriter’s first official #1 single, as well as Pardi’s fifth career #1 single to date. “Last Night Lonely” is the lead single from Pardi’s highly anticipated fourth studio album, Mr. Saturday Night. Listen to the new single and pre-save the album now!

Trojan Releases 'King Scratch (Musical Masterpieces from the Upsetter Ark-ive)'
Trojan Releases 'King Scratch (Musical Masterpieces from the Upsetter Ark-ive)'
August 30, 2022

The album, out on double CD, double vinyl and a deluxe box set, comprises tracks from across the career of the legendary late great Jamaican record producer and artist Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry. The collection will mark the 1st anniversary of his passing, showcasing the very best of his work across his own releases and his productions for other artists.

FOX Sports Films Acquires Documentary THE PERFECT 10 Showcasing the Most Elite Club in the History of Football
FOX Sports Films Acquires Documentary THE PERFECT 10 Showcasing the Most Elite Club in the History of Football
August 30, 2022

Executive produced in partnership with Hall of Fame Village Media (HOFV), Heisman Trophy Winner and Pro Football Hall of Famer, Tim Brown, H2H Productions and NFL Films, THE PERFECT 10 is directed by four-time Emmy winner Steve Trout (“Hard Knocks” and “All or Nothing”) and will air timed to NFL Honors during Super Bowl week.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt & Tessa Thompson Lead Sci-Fi Thriller ASH
Joseph Gordon-Levitt & Tessa Thompson Lead Sci-Fi Thriller ASH
August 30, 2022

Tessa Thompson and Joseph Gordon-Levitt are attached to star in the new sci-fi thriller ASH, directed by Flying Lotus and based on an original screenplay written by Jonni Remmler. XYZ Films and GFC Films are to produce, with Neill Blomkamp (DISTRICT 9) and Echo Lake onboard as exec producers.

Arctic Monkeys Release New Single 'There'd Better Be A Mirrorball'
Arctic Monkeys Release New Single 'There'd Better Be A Mirrorball'
August 30, 2022

Arctic Monkeys have released “There’d Better Be A Mirrorball,” the first track from their forthcoming new album, The Car. Accompanying the single is a video directed by Alex Turner. The band’s seventh studio album, The Car features ten new songs written by Alex Turner and produced by James Ford. Check out upcoming tour and festival dates now!

Eyedress Release New Album 'FULL TIME LOVER'
Eyedress Release New Album 'FULL TIME LOVER'
August 26, 2022

FULL TIME LOVER, the new album from Manila-born, Los Angeles-based rising star Eyedress, is out now via Lex Records. Also, the Vanna Youngstein (Euphoria, Carly Rae Jepsen)-directed video for the album’s title track, “FULL TIME LOVER,” debuts, which finds Eyedress proposing to his partner in real life.

Regina Spektor Drops 20th Anniversary '11:11' Box Set & 'Papa's Bootlegs'
Regina Spektor Drops 20th Anniversary '11:11' Box Set & 'Papa's Bootlegs'
August 26, 2022

The box set includes a remastered vinyl edition of 11:11, 2xLP collection of live performances entitled Papa's Bootlegs including never before heard or released songs from the 11:11 era—recorded by Regina's father—a full color lyric booklet with liner notes, reproductions of original fliers, art, doodles and photos.

Kay Nambiar Shares Debut Single 'Speaking In Tongues'
Kay Nambiar Shares Debut Single 'Speaking In Tongues'
August 26, 2022

Multifaceted singer/songwriter Kay Nambiar has released his debut single, “Speaking In Tongues.” The track is accompanied by a chilling and foreboding short film directed by Dutch filmmaker Sam de Jong (VICE Studio’s Goldie, Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs) which follows the main character’s descent into delirium.

Map.ache Unveil New Single 'IZA'
Map.ache Unveil New Single 'IZA'
August 26, 2022

A hypnotic deep house cut, ‘IZA’ pairs melancholic synths with plaintive vocals for a sound synonymous with the revered Giegling collective, the group of German producers and DJs best known for a string of underground hits including Map.ache’s ‘Where Do We Go From Here’. ‘IZA’ will feature on a forthcoming vinyl-first EP from Giegling.

SunDub Releases New Single 'Jump & Dance' feat. Lutan Fyah
SunDub Releases New Single 'Jump & Dance' feat. Lutan Fyah
August 26, 2022

SunDub, the Brooklyn-based five piece who expertly mixes classic reggae with elements of soul and blues, is back with a new single, “Jump and Dance.' This danceable, grooving tune, featuring guest vocals by Jamaican superstar Lutan Fyah, is a perfect introduction to SunDub’s lush sound and the next phase they are laying out with their new album.

Quavo & Takeoff Release New Record 'Big Stunna' Featuring Birdman
Quavo & Takeoff Release New Record 'Big Stunna' Featuring Birdman
August 26, 2022

The infectious production harks back to the Cash Money Records era as Quavo and Takeoff nod to The Hot Boys with a hilarious and head-spinning call-and-response punctuated by proclamations such as “I was sick before Corona.” Soon, the #1 Stunna himself, rap icon, and Cash Money Records Co-Founder and Co-C.E.O. Birdman.

Loski Drops New Track 'G Lock'
Loski Drops New Track 'G Lock'
August 26, 2022

Loski is back to business with new track ‘G Lock’. ‘G Lock’ finds Loski exploring his melodic bag, with his trademark wit & lyrical flow delivered with a yearning vocal. The official video is inspired by classic action thrillers and features some of your favourite influencers. Watch the new music video now!

evrYwhr Releases New Dance Track 'Take Your Time'
evrYwhr Releases New Dance Track 'Take Your Time'
August 26, 2022

GRAMMY-winning songwriter, singer, and producer evrYwhr (pronounced everywhere) has released his swaggering new single, “Take Your Time.” Produced by Trakmatik (Keyshia Cole, Jordin Sparks, Fergie) and Hvstle, the guaranteed mood booster spotlights evrYwhr’s eclectic blend of neo-soul, R&B, and pop as he also pays homage to his African roots.



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