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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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Peacock Will Become the Next-Day Streaming Home for NBC & Bravo Shows
Peacock Will Become the Next-Day Streaming Home for NBC & Bravo Shows
August 24, 2022

The lineup includes The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Late Night with Seth Meyers, and Saturday Night Live, returning hits such as La Brea, New Amsterdam, and Young Rock, competition favorites including The Voice and America’s Got Talent, and highly anticipated new series such as Quantum Leap and Lopez vs. Lopez when they premiere this fall. 

VIDEO: Apple TV+ Debuts CENTRAL PARK Season Three Trailer
VIDEO: Apple TV+ Debuts CENTRAL PARK Season Three Trailer
August 24, 2022

“Central Park” stars a renowned voice cast that includes Gad, Tituss Burgess, Daveed Diggs, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Emmy Raver-Lampman, Stanley Tucci, Kristen Bell, Sam Richardson, Ben Schwartz, Jack McBrayer, Amber Ruffin, Yvette Nicole Brown, Craig Robinson, Tim Meadows, David Alan Grier and more. Watch the new video trailer now!

The Dears Announce 'Return To Lovers Rock' Expanded Album
The Dears Announce 'Return To Lovers Rock' Expanded Album
August 24, 2022

The Dears have announced Return To Lovers Rock, an expanded digital edition of their most recent album, Lovers Rock. The new collection adds five acoustic recordings, including the single “I Know What You’re Thinking And It's Awful (Acoustic)” which is available today for streaming on all digital platforms.

Mina & Bryte Release 'Abeka Bugatti Remixed'
Mina & Bryte Release 'Abeka Bugatti Remixed'
August 24, 2022

Principe Discos member DJ Lycox brings Kuduro rhythms to “Cool Cool”. Durban producer General C’mamane transforms “See Something” into a gqom anthem. One Million” is reimagined as a rolling amapiano banger by Caltonic SA. French-Gabonese producer Banga adds her signatures chords and percussion to “Abeka Bugatti.”

NBC Sets GEORGE TO THE RESCUE Renovation Series Return
NBC Sets GEORGE TO THE RESCUE Renovation Series Return
August 24, 2022

Produced by LXTV, the in-house production arm for the NBC Owned Television Stations group, the weekly show hosted by George Oliphant continues its legacy of bringing communities together through the power of home renovation and celebrating individuals and organizations with the gift of life-changing construction renovations. Watch a promo video!

PLASMAS Release New Single 'Notice'
PLASMAS Release New Single 'Notice'
August 24, 2022

As PLASMAS confirm the release of their debut EP this October, the Dundee quintet are pleased to present one of its dreamiest moments: “Notice”. Recalling the reverb-dappled melodies of Wild Nothing or the tranquil psych-pop of Tame Impala at their most sedate, “Notice” drifts in-and-out like a welcome breeze on a sunny afternoon.

Alt Rockers Big Rick Energy Release Debut Single 'Tired Of Me'
Alt Rockers Big Rick Energy Release Debut Single 'Tired Of Me'
August 24, 2022

Singer/Songwriter Rick Eberle's new project Big Rick Energy, featuring the talents of Adam Sklar (Lead Guitar), Ryan Birkbeck (Drums) and Josh Forgione (Bass, Rhythm Guitars) brings a perfect storm of wave crashing alt rock goodness to his long time acoustic fan favorite Tired of Me. Listen to the new single now!

Prudence (Tom Crandles of Au.Ra) Releases New Single 'It's Useless'
Prudence (Tom Crandles of Au.Ra) Releases New Single 'It's Useless'
August 24, 2022

In anticipation of Friday's release Prudence is sharing 'It's Useless' the final pre-release single to lifted from Negatives. The song debuted at Backseat Mafia and is also available at Bandcamp. The song follows the release of singles 'I Give Up' and 'Waste Some Time.' Listen to the new single now!

VIDEO: Whitmer Thomas Shares Video For New Single 'Most Likely'
VIDEO: Whitmer Thomas Shares Video For New Single 'Most Likely'
August 24, 2022

Whitmer Thomas shares a wistful video for “Most Likely,” the latest from his recently announced new album, The Older I Get The Funnier I Was, out on Hardly Art. The track features guest vocals from comedian Mitra Jouhari and Great Grandpa’s Al Menne. Watch the new music video now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Adi Oasis Unveils Debut Single 'Red To Violet' Feat. Jamila Woods
Adi Oasis Unveils Debut Single 'Red To Violet' Feat. Jamila Woods
August 24, 2022

Adi Oasis (fka Adeline) has released her debut single & official video 'Red To Violet', a soulful, politically-charged ode to women of color for which she teamed up with R&B poet & musician Jamila Woods – calling it a “dream collaboration”. Watch the new music video now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Luke Combs' Apple Music Live Performance Streaming Tonight Only On Apple Music
Luke Combs' Apple Music Live Performance Streaming Tonight Only On Apple Music
August 24, 2022

Chart-topping Country superstar Luke Combs’ hometown performance in Charlotte, North Carolina will be available to stream tonight on Apple Music as part of Apple Music Live, the exclusive live performance series giving the biggest stars in music a global platform to connect with audiences around the world.

VIDEO: PBS Shares First Look at Filmed INTIMATE APPAREL
VIDEO: PBS Shares First Look at Filmed INTIMATE APPAREL
August 24, 2022

PBS has shared a first look video of the filmed capture of the Lincoln Center Theater production of Intimate Apparel. Set in turn of the century New York, GREAT PERFORMANCES 'Intimate Apparel' tells the story of Esther (Kearstin Piper Brown), a lonely, single African American woman who makes her living sewing corsets and ladies' undergarments.

Ewan McVicar Reworks Groove Armada's Classic 'I See You Baby'
Ewan McVicar Reworks Groove Armada's Classic 'I See You Baby'
August 24, 2022

Originally released as the third single from Groove Armada’s second studio album, ‘Vertigo’, ‘I See You Baby’ became an instant dancefloor classic, reaching #12 on the Billboard Dance chart and remixed by  Fatboy Slim and Futureshock. The accompanying video received two nominations at the 2000 Billboard Music Awards.

Dead Cross Offer Second Preview of 'II' with 'Heart Reformer' Single
Dead Cross Offer Second Preview of 'II' with 'Heart Reformer' Single
August 24, 2022

Dead Cross, the SoCal band featuring Michael Crain, Dave Lombardo, Mike Patton and Justin Pearson, release a second single from their forthcoming album II (Ipecac Recordings) with the release of “Heart Reformer” and its accompanying video. The band broke the news of II’s impending arrival with the release of “Reign of Error.”

More Kicks Unveil New Song from Upcoming Full Length
More Kicks Unveil New Song from Upcoming Full Length
August 24, 2022

James Sullivan (Sulli) – vox/guitar; Kris Hood – drums; Paolo Mantovani – bass/vox have cooked up a rare alchemy. The result: a More Kicks song can touch on classic 60s garage, 70s NYC rock and roll, jagged 90s guitar pop – all wrapped in a razor sharp bundle. A glance backwards and a decisive step forwards. 

Sound of Fractures Releases Brand New Single 'Perfect Night'
Sound of Fractures Releases Brand New Single 'Perfect Night'
August 24, 2022

Following a string of high-quality releases, including the recent visionary 'IRL' EP, Sound of Fractures readies an innovative new record built from sounds created by Harris Cole. The exclusive library of sounds was created over many years by Cole using the Prophet 6 Polysynth and released by StemsDAO.

Caitlin Rose Announces First New Album In 10 Years
Caitlin Rose Announces First New Album In 10 Years
August 24, 2022

Celebrated Nashville singer/songwriter Caitlin Rose has shared the upcoming release date of CAZIMI. Her first new album in nearly a decade, CAZIMI was co-produced by Rose and Jordan Lehning (Andrew Combs, Caroline Spence, Rodney Crowell). With the announcement, she shares the music video for the debut single “Black Obsidian.”

RJ Thompson Releases New Single 'Rescue You'
RJ Thompson Releases New Single 'Rescue You'
August 24, 2022

Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist RJ Thompson has released his, nostalgia-driven new single, ‘Rescue You’, out now. ‘Rescue You’ is the follow up to previous single releases ‘Feel Alive,’ ‘Super 8’ and ‘Your Money Or Your Life’, launching RJ’s brand new era and his first new music since 2020’s Official UK Top 5 sophomore album Lifeline. 

VIDEO: Jason Momoa Stars in SLUMBERLAND Film Trailer
VIDEO: Jason Momoa Stars in SLUMBERLAND Film Trailer
August 24, 2022

Netflix has released the trailer for Slumberland. The new film stars Jason Momoa, Marlow Barkley, Chris O’Dowd, Kyle Chandler, Weruche Opia, India de Beaufort, and Humberly González. Slumberland is directed by Francis Lawrence (I Am Legend, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire & Mockingjay). Watch the new video trailer now!

The Luka State Share New Single 'Stick Around'
The Luka State Share New Single 'Stick Around'
August 24, 2022

The working class band The Luka State, hailing from Winsford, Cheshire – located between Manchester and Liverpool – are back with a new song, “Stick Around,” in advance of their upcoming North American tour. The single is a welcome return for the band, showcasing their signature blend of angular rock and roll.






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