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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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Hilary Farr & David Visentin to Return for New LOVE IT OR LIST IT Episodes on HGTV
Hilary Farr & David Visentin to Return for New LOVE IT OR LIST IT Episodes on HGTV
August 16, 2022

HGTV has announced new episodes of Love It or List It. Attracting more than 25 million viewers to its last season, HGTV’s smash hit series Love It or List It, starring designer Hilary Farr and real estate expert David Visentin, will return this fall with eight fresh episodes. 

Goo Goo Dolls' Hit Single 'Iris' Eclipses 1 Billion Streams
Goo Goo Dolls' Hit Single 'Iris' Eclipses 1 Billion Streams
August 16, 2022

The song, which recently achieved seven-times platinum status and has been covered by everyone from Taylor Swift to Phoebe Bridgers, Maggie Rogers, Snail Mail and more in recent years, has been an unwavering staple not only in alt rock music, but pop culture as a whole since its release in 1998. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

NUFFER Releases Debut EP 'A-OK'
NUFFER Releases Debut EP 'A-OK'
August 16, 2022

California guitarist, vocalist, and self-described recovering masochist NUFFER releases his debut EP A-OK. As a means of digging himself out of the self-deprecating hole he spent most of his life tunneling into, this EP takes a stab at repairing relationships within oneself and with others; or cutting things off when they no longer serve you.

Nezi Momodu Releases 'The Pound' EP
Nezi Momodu Releases 'The Pound' EP
August 16, 2022

Nezi Momodu stands out from the pack with her late 80's / 90's-infused melodies, hardcore messages and unique wordplay – earning her the title of “Wordplay Queen” and praise from the likes of icons like Missy Elliott and Snoop Dogg. The EP was released via Repost, SoundCloud’s artist services division.

Chingy's Newest Single 'Can't Blame Me' Now Available to Pre-Save
Chingy's Newest Single 'Can't Blame Me' Now Available to Pre-Save
August 16, 2022

“Can’t Blame Me,” written by Chingy and produced by Fresco Kane (Mariah Carey, Stevie Stone), the track can now be pre-saved. 2023 marks the 20th anniversary of Chingy's smash single 'Right Thurr' and recently, the track landed in Netflix's Don't Look Up, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl Streep, and Ariana Grande. 

Samantha Harris to Host TUG OF WORDS Wordplay Game Show
Samantha Harris to Host TUG OF WORDS Wordplay Game Show
August 16, 2022

Game Show Network, the leader in game shows and competitive entertainment, has announced Emmy® award-winning television host Samantha Harris as host of its quick-moving wordplay game show, TUG OF WORDS. In 2009, Harris made her Broadway debut starring as Roxie Hart in the musical Chicago.

The Plot In You Announce Fall 2022 North American Headline Tour
The Plot In You Announce Fall 2022 North American Headline Tour
August 16, 2022

Ohio quartet The Plot In You — Landon Tewers [vocals], Josh Childress [guitar], Ethan Yoder [bass], and Michael Cooper [drums] — will embark on a headline North American tour this fall. The tour kicks off on November 2 in Denver and will run through December 3 in Minneapolis. Support will come from Silent Planet, Avoid, and Cane Hill.

THE ROCKATS Announce Details About New Album 'Start Over Again'
THE ROCKATS Announce Details About New Album 'Start Over Again'
August 16, 2022

Nearly 40 years in, the band is still going strong with vocalist Dibbs Preston, guitarists Danny B. Harvey and Barry Ryan, and bassist Smutty Smiff, and they’re still bringing their love of early rock n’ roll to the masses, having released a killer cover of Eddie Cochran’s “Nervous Breakdown” late last year in anticipation of their new album.

Emily Elbert Releases New Single 'Stream of Consciousness'
Emily Elbert Releases New Single 'Stream of Consciousness'
August 16, 2022

After having spent much of the past few years focusing on co-writes, studio sessions, and tours for industry peers such as Gwen Stefani, Esperanza Spalding, Leon Bridges, Sara Bareilles, Jacob Collier, Jenny Lewis, and many others, Woven Together is Elbert’s first album of original music since 2018’s We Who Believe in Freedom.

Hello Mary Shares New Single 'Rabbit'
Hello Mary Shares New Single 'Rabbit'
August 16, 2022

Brooklyn-based Hello Mary share new song “Rabbit” ahead of summer tour dates. Featuring their trademark harmonies and one rock-star-esque guitar solo, the earworm of a song is out via Frenchkiss Records who signed the the trio this spring. Hello Mary is Helena Straight (guitar, vox), Mikaela Oppenheimer (bass), and Stella Wave (drums, vox).

Cris Hodges Shares Second Track 'Tear It Down (feat. TheUnder)' From Debut Album 'Black Hole Magic'
Cris Hodges Shares Second Track 'Tear It Down (feat. TheUnder)' From Debut Album 'Black Hole Magic'
August 16, 2022

HODGES has shared the track and video “Tear It Down” which features acclaimed producer and labelmate TheUnder, who’s best known for his viral 2019 orchestral single “Fight,” featured on the Hobbs & Shaw trailer. 'Tear It Down” highlights HODGES soaring vocals with a melodic rock base and electronic stylings. Watch the new animated music video now!

VIDEO: A24 Shares GOD'S CREATURES Film Trailer Starring Paul Mescal
VIDEO: A24 Shares GOD'S CREATURES Film Trailer Starring Paul Mescal
August 16, 2022

Starring Emily Watson and Paul Mescal, the film take place in a windswept fishing village, as a mother is torn between protecting her beloved son and her own sense of right and wrong. A lie she tells for him rips apart their family and close-knit community in this tense, sweepingly emotional epic. Watch the new video trailer now!

Martha Announce New Album for Dirtnap Records
Martha Announce New Album for Dirtnap Records
August 16, 2022

Martha have also released a music video, which sees the band auditioning to finally try and make some headway in the music industry. Unfortunately, they find the judges aren't as interested as they might have hoped. Alongside Millard, the video features Michael McKnight of Frankie and the Heartstrings, Mehzeb Chowdhury and Elf Kingdon.

Frantic City Announces Two Free After-Festival Events
Frantic City Announces Two Free After-Festival Events
August 16, 2022

The line up that includes Car Seat Headrest, Yo La Tengo, Snail Mail, Murder City Devils, Shannon and the Clams, Superchunk, The Raveonettes, Rocket from the Crypt, Samiam, Titus Andronicus, Protomartyr (feat. Kelley Deal) and Control Top, with the proceedings hosted by Fred Armisen.

RISE OF THE BOLSONAROS  Sets PBS Premiere Date
RISE OF THE BOLSONAROS  Sets PBS Premiere Date
August 16, 2022

Told through revealing interviews with some of those closest to him, including family members as well as opponents, RISE OF THE BOLSONAROS is the story of a family’s remarkable rise from obscurity to the ultimate seat of power. As Bolsonaro faces re-election in October, this story has consequences not just in Brazil but around the world.

Panic! At the Disco Releases New Song 'Don't Let the Light Go Out'
Panic! At the Disco Releases New Song 'Don't Let the Light Go Out'
August 16, 2022

Panic! at the Disco has released their new single and music video, 'Don’t Let the Light Go Out.' “Don’t Let the Light Go Out” follows the release of singles 'Local God,' “Middle of a Breakup,” and “Viva Las Vengeance,” off the band’s upcoming seventh LP, Viva Las Vengeance. Watch the new music video and check out upcoming tour dates now!

TOP GUN: MAVERICK Sets Digital & 4K/Blu-ray Release
TOP GUN: MAVERICK Sets Digital & 4K/Blu-ray Release
August 16, 2022

Tom Cruise stars in the global phenomenon TOP GUN: MAVERICK, the #1 film of 2022 with over $1.3 billion in worldwide box office and the highest grossing film of the producer/actor’s acclaimed career. The TOP GUN: MAVERICK Digital release takes fans deep inside the making of the global smash hit with over 110 minutes of action-packed bonus content.

Photo: First Look at Rachel Zegler in THE HUNGER GAMES Prequel
Photo: First Look at Rachel Zegler in THE HUNGER GAMES Prequel
August 16, 2022

A first look at Rachel Zegler in The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, the prequel to The Hunger Games films, has been released. Zegler will be joined by her West Side Story co-star Josh Andres Rivera in the new film. The cast will also feature Viola Davis, Peter Dinklage, Hunter Schafer, and Jason Schwartzman. Check out the new photo now!

Honey Harper Announces New Album 'Honey Harper & The Infinite Sky'
Honey Harper Announces New Album 'Honey Harper & The Infinite Sky'
August 16, 2022

The Infinite Sky features their longtime bassist and contributing writer Mick Mayer, pianist John Carroll Kirby (Solange, Steve Lacy), Spoon keyboardist Alex Fischel, guitarist Jackson MacIntosh (Drugdealer, Jessica Pratt), pedal-steel player Connor Gallaher (Black Lips, Calexico), and TOPS drummer Riley Fleck. Plus, check out tour dates!

Chris Antonik Releases 'Morningstar' Album & Hits #1 on Roots Music Report's Canadian Album Chart
Chris Antonik Releases 'Morningstar' Album & Hits #1 on Roots Music Report's Canadian Album Chart
August 15, 2022

The 14-track album features guest artists such as 2x-GRAMMY Award-winner Mike Mattison (Tedeschi Trucks Band, Derek Trucks Band), multiple-Maple Blues Award-winning guitarist Paul Deslauriers, Juno Award-nominee Alison Young and 3x-Blues Music Award nominee Jarekus Singleton.



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