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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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Kali Uchis Is a Three-Time Finalist for the 2022 Billboard Latin Music Awards
Kali Uchis Is a Three-Time Finalist for the 2022 Billboard Latin Music Awards
August 18, 2022

Uchis is a finalist in three categories—Latin Pop Artist of the Year (Solo), Hot Latin Songs Artist of the Year (Female) and Top Latin Albums Artist of the Year (Female). Last year, Uchis received seven nominations and won Latin Pop Album of the Year for her critically acclaimed Spanish album Sin Miedo (del Amor y Otros Demonios).

The Mahones Announce New Album 'Jameson Street'
The Mahones Announce New Album 'Jameson Street'
August 18, 2022

The album features previous colleagues and long-time friends including Dave Barton (The Peelers), Nicholas Smyth (The Dreadnoughts), Glenn Milchem (Blue Rodeo), and Stuart Cameron (Crash Test Dummies). There are also a handful of co-writers including Barton, Greg Norton, Owen Warnica, Paddy Concanon, and Jonathon Moorman. 

Showtime Picks Up Hit Drama Series THE CHI for Sixth Season
Showtime Picks Up Hit Drama Series THE CHI for Sixth Season
August 18, 2022

SHOWTIME has picked up the hit drama series THE CHI for a sixth season. Created and executive produced by Emmy® winner Lena Waithe (Twenties, Boomerang) and executive produced by Academy Award® and Emmy winner Common (Selma), THE CHI is a timely coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents on the South Side of Chicago.

Diane Lane, Tom Hollander & More Join FEUD Season Two
Diane Lane, Tom Hollander & More Join FEUD Season Two
August 18, 2022

Feud: Capote's Women will be based on Laurence Leamer’s book, 'Capote’s Women: A True Story of Love, Betrayal, and a Swan Song for an Era.' Hollander will lead as Capote with Lane playing Slim Keith. The series will also feature Naomi Watts as Babe Paley, Chloë Sevigny as C.Z. Guest, and Calista Flockhart as Lee Radziwill.

VIDEO: Netflix Shares BUY MY HOUSE Series Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Shares BUY MY HOUSE Series Trailer
August 18, 2022

Homeowners from across America come to sell their properties, on the spot, to one of four real-estate tycoons including Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman, Corcoran Group CEO Pamela Liebman, NFL Linebacker Brandon Copeland, and investment property magnate Danisha Wrighster. Watch the new video trailer now!

New Bobby Flay Competition Series BOBBY'S TRIPLE THREAT Coming to Food Network
New Bobby Flay Competition Series BOBBY'S TRIPLE THREAT Coming to Food Network
August 18, 2022

Food Network icon Bobby Flay is one of the best chefs on the planet and a master in the culinary arena, having spent his life competing at the highest level of cuisine. Now, Bobby has created the toughest culinary competition yet on the new six-episode primetime series Bobby’s Triple Threat.

BLACKPINK Announces the #PinkVenomChallenge on YouTube Shorts
BLACKPINK Announces the #PinkVenomChallenge on YouTube Shorts
August 18, 2022

Once BLACKPINK unleashes the music video for ‘Pink Venom’ on YouTube, the group is inviting fans to head to YouTube Shorts to join the #PinkVenomChallenge. BLINKs around the world can participate by creating and sharing their best dance moves from the ‘Pink Venom’ music video, adding the hashtag #PinkVenomChallenge.

Stu Brooks Shares New Single 'Sound The Alarm' Featuring Patrick Stump
Stu Brooks Shares New Single 'Sound The Alarm' Featuring Patrick Stump
August 18, 2022

Sharing the stage or the studio with everyone from Academy® Award winner Lady Gaga, Danny Elfman, Lauryn Hill, 50 Cent, and Mary J. Blige to Mike Patton, Pretty Lights, Mark Guiliana, Slick Rick, and even a posthumous recording for Tupac Shakur, Stu Brooks' playing reverberates on an emotional and spiritual level.

COME FROM AWAY Writer David Hein Creates New EDGE OF SPIDER-VERSE Character
COME FROM AWAY Writer David Hein Creates New EDGE OF SPIDER-VERSE Character
August 18, 2022

A Spider-Hero unlike any other makes her dazzling debut! Meet Spinstress, a Spider-Princess who sings, talks to spiders and kicks villainous butt throughout her kingdom! David Hein, writer of the Broadway smash hit Come From Away, brings her to life alongside amazing artist Luciano Vecchio. Check out a photo now!

Renée Fleming's CITIES THAT SING Concert to Be Released in IMAX Theaters
Renée Fleming's CITIES THAT SING Concert to Be Released in IMAX Theaters
August 18, 2022

Renée Fleming’s Cities That Sing - Paris is directed by François-René Martin and produced by Tripp Hornick and Elmar Kruse. Executive Producers are Jason Richmond, John Turner and Bruce H. Lipnick. Additional details for Venice along with additional Renée Fleming’s Cities That Sing destinations to be announced in the coming months.

Lecx Stacy Announces New EP 'Held My Gaze'
Lecx Stacy Announces New EP 'Held My Gaze'
August 18, 2022

Arriving alongside the news is the second single and video, “Took My Time”, follows the release of “Haunted Be Thy” and is co-directed by Lecx Stacy and quami.xyz. The two bring to life the ‘Americana’ feel of the song and video as it depicts the simple country life and more amongst the rural backdrop of the Pacific Northwest. 

VIDEO: Peacock Shares A FRIEND OF THE FAMILY Official Teaser
VIDEO: Peacock Shares A FRIEND OF THE FAMILY Official Teaser
August 18, 2022

Peacock has shared the official teaser trailer for A Friend of the Family. The upcoming true-crime limited drama series from Nick Antosca (Candy, The Act) is based on the true story of the Broberg family, whose daughter Jan was kidnapped multiple times over a period of a few years by a charismatic, obsessed family “friend.” Watch the new video now!

Netflix Announces THE DECAMERON Soapy Period Drama Series
Netflix Announces THE DECAMERON Soapy Period Drama Series
August 18, 2022

The soapy period drama aims to examine the timely themes of class systems, power struggles and survival in a time of pandemic with a touch of levity, brought together by a charming and riotous ensemble of characters. The eight episode series will be directed and executive produced by Mike Uppendahl (Ratched, American Crime Story).

The Design Network Announces FLIP U
The Design Network Announces FLIP U
August 18, 2022

The Design Network announced a brand-new flipping series featuring Platinum selling music artists, Jennifer Wayne and Brad Rempel. “Flip U” which stands for Flip University, follows the Nashville stars as they team up to become your favorite professors and help flipping hopefuls ace the test and turn a profit in the Country Music Capitol. 

SOCCER MOMMY Shares Magdalena Bay Remix
SOCCER MOMMY Shares Magdalena Bay Remix
August 18, 2022

Soccer Mommy released Sometimes, Forever, her magnificent new album produced by Daniel Lopatin of Oneohtrix Point Never, a few weeks ago to universal acclaim. The album made its Billboard chart debut, taking the #1 slot for Heatseakers, Top New Artist and Alternative New Artist, debuting in the Top 200, and many more. Check out tour dates now!

Sloan Releases 'Scratch The Surface' Song
Sloan Releases 'Scratch The Surface' Song
August 18, 2022

“Scratch the Surface” has been released alongside the accompanying music video which follows each of the band members through different parts of downtown Toronto. Patrick Pentland taking in the lights at Yonge and Dundas Square, Jay Ferguson stumbling upon free records in Trinity Bellwoods, and Andrew Scott spends a night at home.

AViT Unveils New Album 'Lines of Death'
AViT Unveils New Album 'Lines of Death'
August 18, 2022

AViT’s sophomore album Lines of Death contains the artist’s most personal work yet, both aesthetically and lyrically. On this new project, AViT returns to their roots in emo and hardcore, infusing experimetnal electronic instrumetnals with rauccious guitar riffs and their characteristicly strained, howling vocal delivery.

Flossing Share New Track 'All We Are'
Flossing Share New Track 'All We Are'
August 18, 2022

After recently announcing their second EP World Of Mirth, that will be released on Brace Yourself Records, and sharing track “Heart Of Hearts”, Brooklyn artist Flossing has shared another smoldering cut from the EP, “All We Are” and its accompanying video. Watch the music video for the new single now!

State Champs Announce Kings Of The New Age Tour
State Champs Announce Kings Of The New Age Tour
August 18, 2022

Special guests Hunny and Between You & Me are joining the cross-country affair, with Young Culture (11/11 – 11/20), Games We Play (11/22 – 11/30), and Save Face (12/2 – 12/10) also joining for select dates. The tour kicks off in November in Cleveland, OH, and makes stops throughout the United States and Canada before ending in December.

Ariana DeBose to Lead Prime Video's HOUSE OF SPOILS
Ariana DeBose to Lead Prime Video's HOUSE OF SPOILS
August 18, 2022

Oscar winner Ariana DeBose has been tapped to star in Prime Video's new psychological thriller House of Spoils. DeBose will play a chef who is tasked with fighting off the powerful spirit inside her new restaurant. Bridget Savage Cole and Danielle Krudy will write and direct the new film, which is based off of their original idea.






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