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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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Jeff Harnar Celebrates New Album 'I Know Things Now: My Life in Sondheim's Words' With Concerts at Laurie Beechman Theatre
Jeff Harnar Celebrates New Album 'I Know Things Now: My Life in Sondheim's Words' With Concerts at Laurie Beechman Theatre
August 15, 2022

The album, which is currently available on CD and digital formats, boasts a 20-piece orchestra conducted by renowned jazz piano virtuoso Jon Weber (host of NPR’s “Piano Jazz”) and is produced by Bart Migal, with Ronald Thomas serving as executive producer. Listen to the new album and check out new information on tickets!

The 56th Annual CMA Awards Nominations to Be Announced Wednesday
The 56th Annual CMA Awards Nominations to Be Announced Wednesday
August 15, 2022

Two-time CMA Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan and NFL superstar Peyton Manning will host “The 56th Annual CMA Awards.” Performers and presenters will be announced in the coming weeks. The program will air live Wednesday, Nov. 9 on ABC. Winners for the awards will be announced in October.

Your Grandparents Recreate 'Pootie Tang'
Your Grandparents Recreate 'Pootie Tang'
August 15, 2022

Written by the trio and produced by ghettoblasterman and Josh Conway of the indie-pop duo The Marías, the upbeat funk track is the latest taste from Your Grandparents’ upcoming new project following the success of its Amindi-assisted lead single, “Somebody Told Me.” Watch the new music video now!

Status Quo Announce 'Quo'ing In — The Best Of The Noughties'
Status Quo Announce 'Quo'ing In — The Best Of The Noughties'
August 15, 2022

Status Quo will release of Quo'ing In — The Best Of The Noughties, an era-spanning compilation taking in their greatest hits, which includes 5 Top Ten studio albums, and many fan favorites. Along with this news comes the release of the first single 'Caroline,' one of the band's biggest hits, in a brand-new studio version recorded in 2022.

Miles Hewitt Releases New Single 'Heartfall'
Miles Hewitt Releases New Single 'Heartfall'
August 15, 2022

Miles Hewitt is sharing 'Heartfall,' the final single & title track from his forthcoming debut LP. Miles' ambitious debut LP, Heartfall, features contributions from members of Devendra Banhart, Kevin Morby, and Aldous Harding's bands. The album also features previous singles 'The Ark' & 'Moongreening'

Pop-R&B Songwriter Jaeden Zoe Releases Debut Single 'What Is Love'
Pop-R&B Songwriter Jaeden Zoe Releases Debut Single 'What Is Love'
August 15, 2022

Pop-R&B artist Jaeden Zoe makes her musical debut with the romantic single, “What is Love.” Inspired by love songs from both past and present, the Houston-based songwriter penned “What Is Love,” a velvety track about the many delicate layers of falling in love. Listen to the new single now!

Eric Ambel Hits The Road With Sarah Borges in Support of New Albums
Eric Ambel Hits The Road With Sarah Borges in Support of New Albums
August 15, 2022

The tour, billed as Sarah Borges with Eric Ambel, will feature the two of them joined by bandmates Keith Voegele and Kenny Soule, with a set that includes songs by Borges’ and some of Ambel’s too in support of both of their new albums. Check out the complete list of tour dates now!

Jeff Beck Announces New U.S. Tour Dates
Jeff Beck Announces New U.S. Tour Dates
August 15, 2022

The tour will focus on the new album as well as explore Beck’s legendary career through instrumentals like “You Know You Know,” “A Day in the Life” and “Brush with the Blues.” The tour will include BECK’s current band: bassist Rhonda Smith, drummer Anika Nilles and keyboardist Robert Stevenson.

VIDEO: Apple TV+ Shares LIFE BY ELLA Series Trailer
VIDEO: Apple TV+ Shares LIFE BY ELLA Series Trailer
August 15, 2022

Watch the video trailer for the new series starring Lily Brooks O’Briant (“The Big Show Show,” “The Tick”), Artyon Celestine (“Drama Club”, “Claws”), and Vanessa Carrasco (“Irreplaceable You”) with an ensemble cast including Kevin Rahm (“Madam Secretary,” “Mad Men”), Mary Faber (“Parks and Recreation,” “Kidding”), and more.

Terence ETC. (aka Terence Nance) to Release Debut LP 'V O R T E X'
Terence ETC. (aka Terence Nance) to Release Debut LP 'V O R T E X'
August 15, 2022

The album features contributions from Terence’s friends Nick Hakim, Serpentwithfeet, Nelson Bandela plus GRAMMY-nominated artists Brandee Younger (harp), Nick Semrad (keys) and Raja Kassis (guitar). Earlier this summer, he shared lead singles “In Contemplation of Clair’s Scent” and “The Merchant of Flatbush.”

Davey Horne Returns With New Singles 'Welcome To The Future' & 'Diego & Maria'
Davey Horne Returns With New Singles 'Welcome To The Future' & 'Diego & Maria'
August 15, 2022

After a break from music, Scottish songwriter and musician - DAVEY HORNE - steps back into the spotlight with the singles: “Welcome to the Future” and “Diego & Maria”. Recorded at Tpot Studios in Perthshire Scotland, both tracks were written by Davey Horne, mastered by Pete Maher (U2, Echo & The Bunnymen) and engineered/mixed by Robin Evans. 

Jesse Roper Returns With 'Cool Whip' From Third LP 'Horizons'
Jesse Roper Returns With 'Cool Whip' From Third LP 'Horizons'
August 15, 2022

Canadian rocker Jesse Roper is back with the sultry and Motown-inspired new single “Cool Whip.” Working closely with famed JUNO-nominated producer Gus Van Go (Metric, The Stills, Whitehorse, Arkells, The Trews, Sam Roberts) on this new collection of songs has pushed Roper into creating some of his best work.

Girls In Synthesis Announce New Album 'The Rest Is Distraction'
Girls In Synthesis Announce New Album 'The Rest Is Distraction'
August 15, 2022

Featuring frequent collaborators funkcutter and Stanley Bad on horns and violin, respectively, two songs also see Eleni Poulou, ex-The Fall, on keyboards. The album was mixed by long-term collaborator Max Walker, with stunning landscape photographer by Bea Dewhurst. The album was mastered in France by Ayumu Matsuo.

The Chats Announce Biggest UK/EU Tour to Date for 2023
The Chats Announce Biggest UK/EU Tour to Date for 2023
August 15, 2022

The Chats have been touring throughout 2022 playing in front of huge crowds across many countries and are now proud to embark on their 2023 UK tour dates with a headline show at Brixton’s 02 Academy in London - their largest show to date. Next year’s tour will also visit venues in Ireland, France, Belgium, Sweden, and Norway.

Annie Keating Releases New Single 'Sunshine Parade'
Annie Keating Releases New Single 'Sunshine Parade'
August 15, 2022

Ahead of a fresh run of UK and Ireland shows this Autumn - ANNIE KEATING - is revealing a surprise new single: “Sunshine Parade”. Released on 15th August, the track is a taster of a brand new EP from the NYC singer-songwriter, ‘Twenty 22 Tour EP’, which will be exclusively available at her upcoming shows.

PBS Confirms THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE Season Two
PBS Confirms THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE Season Two
August 15, 2022

Silvia Martinez, a California home cook who grew up making Mexican dishes she learned from her grandmother, aunts and mother, was revealed as the winner of THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE in the season finale. The second season will give home cooks from around the country another opportunity to showcase their beloved signature dishes.

STARZ Shares P-VALLEY Season Two Soundtrack Featuring Megan Thee Stallion
STARZ Shares P-VALLEY Season Two Soundtrack Featuring Megan Thee Stallion
August 15, 2022

The 15-track album features three original songs from the wildly beloved season, including “Get It On the Floor” by Megan Thee Stallion featuring series star J. Alphonse Nicholson. The soundtrack is available on all digital music platforms worldwide.

The Struts Announces New Single 'Fallin' With Me'
The Struts Announces New Single 'Fallin' With Me'
August 15, 2022

‘Fallin’ With Me’ finds The Struts’ features frontman Luke Spiller commanding listeners to join him in L.A. Produced by Jayson DeZuzio (Imagine Dragons) and written by Spiller with The Struts guitarist Adam Slack, Joshua Karp, Jesse Thomas, and DeZuzio, ‘Fallin’ With Me’ was inspired by seemingly endless evenings spent on the Strip.

Jonas Brothers Announce Return of Jonas Brothers: Live in Las Vegas at Park MGM
Jonas Brothers Announce Return of Jonas Brothers: Live in Las Vegas at Park MGM
August 15, 2022

Jonas Brothers took the world by storm in 2019 with the surprise release of their critically acclaimed and widely successful single 'Sucker' following a six-year hiatus. The triple-platinum single debuted at #1 on Billboard's Hot 100, becoming the first #1 for the band and the first #1 debut from a group this century.

WESTWORLD Season Four Soundtrack Out Today
WESTWORLD Season Four Soundtrack Out Today
August 15, 2022

The official Westworld Playlist featured all the music from Westworld: Season 4 along with Djawadi’s imaginative musical choices from previous seasons, including incredible versions of tracks originally performed by artists such as The Rolling Stones, Kanye West, The Weeknd, Amy Winehouse, Nirvana, Guns ‘N Roses, among many others.



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