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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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Exclusive: Watch JoJo Siwa Attempt Shakespeare in New JOJO GOES Episode
Exclusive: Watch JoJo Siwa Attempt Shakespeare in New JOJO GOES Episode
August 3, 2022

Watch an exclusive video clip of JoJo Siwa participating in a Shakespeare theatre class as she and her friend Ezra explore different majors! JoJo Goes is a brand new series on Facebook Watch giving the world a glimpse behind the glitter into JoJo Siwa's evolving adult life. In the series, JoJo Goes gives the world a glimpse behind her adult life.

Bruno Mars to Open the Brand-New Allianz Stadium in Sydney
Bruno Mars to Open the Brand-New Allianz Stadium in Sydney
August 3, 2022

TEG DAINTY announces BRUNO MARS, the unstoppable global hit machine, will open the brand-new Allianz Stadium, Sydney, Fourteen-time GRAMMY Award winner and thirty-time GRAMMY Award nominee Bruno Mars is a celebrated singer, songwriter, producer, and musician who has sold over 200 million singles worldwide.

Trojan Records Announce New Lee 'Scratch' Perry Compilation Album 'King Scratch'
Trojan Records Announce New Lee 'Scratch' Perry Compilation Album 'King Scratch'
August 3, 2022

Trojan Records have announced a new compilation album King Scratch (Musical Masterpieces from the Upsetter Ark-ive). The album, out on double CD, double vinyl and a deluxe box set, will comprise tracks from across the career of the legendary late great Jamaican record producer and artist Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry.

Jeff Berlin to Release New Jack Bruce Tribute Album 'Jack Songs'
Jeff Berlin to Release New Jack Bruce Tribute Album 'Jack Songs'
August 3, 2022

The new album features guest performers Sammy Hagar, Alex Lifeson, Geddy Lee, Gregg Bissonette, Gary Husband, Eric Johnson, Bill Frisell, Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal, Alex Ligertwood, Scott Henderson, Marcus Miller, Ron Carter, Tony Levin, Michael League, Nathan East, Mark King, Bruce Guttridge, Billy Sheehan and Johnny Hiland.

VIDEO: Watch New Song 'I've Been Waiting' From 13: THE MUSICAL
VIDEO: Watch New Song 'I've Been Waiting' From 13: THE MUSICAL
August 3, 2022

Watch a new video of the cast of 13: the Musical performing 'I've Been Waiting.' The song is one of three new songs that Jason Robert Brown wrote for the new film. The cast of the new film includes Debra Messing, Rhea Perlman, Josh Peck, Peter Hermann, Eli Golden, Gabriella Uhl, JD McCrary, Frankie McNellis, Lindsey Blackwell, and more.

Dead Sara to Join Demi Lovato's 'HOLY FVCK' Tour This Fall & Are Featured on Her Upcoming Album
Dead Sara to Join Demi Lovato's 'HOLY FVCK' Tour This Fall & Are Featured on Her Upcoming Album
August 3, 2022

As previously announced, Lovato has pegged Dead Sara as support on her upcoming North American HOLY FVCK tour. The band will serve as direct support on twelve dates in major markets coast-to-coast. They hop on the bill September 23 in Wheatland, CA at Hard Rock Live Sacramento. 'Bones' on the album was also co-written by the band.

Andrea and Veronica Bocelli Receive Adelia Award
Andrea and Veronica Bocelli Receive Adelia Award
August 3, 2022

Andrea and Veronica Bocelli were presented the Saint Pio Foundation Adelia Award during a gala hosted at the Bocelli home. With more than 500 people present at the gala, the couple shared how important and inspiring Padre Pio is in their lives and how his life has often been an inspiring model for the work of the Andrea Bocelli Foundation.

Grammy Nom Songwriter Dru 'Falconry' DeCaro Signs WW Pub Deal With Position Music
Grammy Nom Songwriter Dru 'Falconry' DeCaro Signs WW Pub Deal With Position Music
August 2, 2022

Dru “Falconry” DeCaro is known for his signature electric guitar style and his snowballing number of credits with the likes of Dua Lipa, Khalid, Machine Gun Kelly, Pop Smoke, Miguel (with whom he worked as collaborator and music director for 8 years), Iann Dior, Christian French, One OK Rock and others to a worldwide publishing deal.

MAYOR OF KINGSTON Season One to Arrive on Blu-ray & DVD
MAYOR OF KINGSTON Season One to Arrive on Blu-ray & DVD
August 2, 2022

Season one features an all-star cast, including Academy Award® nominee Jeremy Renner, Academy Award® winner Dianne Wiest, Emmy Award® winner Kyle Chandler, Hugh Dillon, Taylor Handley, Emma Laird, Tobi Bamtefa, Derek Webster, Hamish Allan-Headley, Pha’rez Lass and Aidan Gillen.

Alter Bridge Release Debut Single 'Silver Tongue' From Upcoming Album 'Pawns & Kings'
Alter Bridge Release Debut Single 'Silver Tongue' From Upcoming Album 'Pawns & Kings'
August 2, 2022

On the heels of their recently-announced seventh studio album Pawns & Kings, acclaimed rockers Alter Bridge have released the debut single – the metal-leaning track “Silver Tongue.” Known for the signature dual-guitar attack that is backed by a driving rhythm section, “Silver Tongue” is one of the harder songs in the band’s recent catalog.

Keiji Haino & SUMAC Announce New Collaborative Album 'Into This Juvenile Apocalypse Our Golden Blood to Pour Let Us Never'
Keiji Haino & SUMAC Announce New Collaborative Album 'Into This Juvenile Apocalypse Our Golden Blood to Pour Let Us Never'
August 2, 2022

Japanese free music provocateur Keiji Haino and expressionist metal trio SUMAC have announced their new collaborative album Into This Juvenile Apocalypse Our Golden Blood to Pour Let Us Never. SUMAC will be touring throughout the US this summer with labelmates BIG|BRAVE, as well as in Europe this fall. Check out the complete list of tour dates now!

DJ Khaled Shares 'God Did' Album Release Date
DJ Khaled Shares 'God Did' Album Release Date
August 2, 2022

Gearing up to make another massive statement, global mega-star DJ Khaled will unveil one of the biggest hip-hop releases of 2022 and his thirteenth full-length studio album, GOD DID. The album also includes collaborations with Drake, including the triple-platinum “POPSTAR,” “I’m On One” [feat. Drake, Rick Ross, & Lil Wayne], and more.

Aaron Liddard to Release New Album 'Nylon Man' in October
Aaron Liddard to Release New Album 'Nylon Man' in October
August 2, 2022

Featuring a plethora of guest contributions from the likes of Carleen Anderson, Omar Puente and Miss Baby Sol, Nylon Man is 12 tracks of jazz, In his career, saxophonist-keyboardist-arranger-composer Aaron Liddard has worked with Amy Winehouse, Prince, and Maceo Parker, and in genres ranging from hip hop and rock to Latin music and gospel.

Photos: First Look at THE CURSE OF BRIDGE HOLLOW Starring Marlon Wayans & Priah Ferguson
Photos: First Look at THE CURSE OF BRIDGE HOLLOW Starring Marlon Wayans & Priah Ferguson
August 2, 2022

Check out first look photos from The Curse of Bridge Hollow, which follows a father (Marlon Wayans) and his daughter (Priah Ferguson) who are forced to join to save their town after an ancient spirit that causes Halloween decorations to come to life. The cast also includes Kelly Rowland, Rob Riggle, John Michael Higgins, Lauren Lapkus, and more.

Steve Lacy Announces 'Give You the World' Tour
Steve Lacy Announces 'Give You the World' Tour
August 2, 2022

Steve Lacy will embark a run of North American shows set for this fall in support of his critically acclaimed sophomore album Gemini Rights. The tour, kicking off on October 2nd in Denver, CO, will make its way across the U.S. and Canada, wrapping up with a special hometown show on November 11 at The Greek in Los Angeles, CA.

Glassreel Announces Debut Album 'Lustre'
Glassreel Announces Debut Album 'Lustre'
August 2, 2022

Canadian pop group Glassreel brings some noise to their new single “Bigger Than You”, an upbeat ballad weaved through with peals of guitar feedback. “Bigger Than You” is the first single from Glassreel’s upcoming full-length debut album Lustre. Plus, watch the music video for the new single now!

LIVE With Kelly & Ryan Scores 6-Week High in Viewers
LIVE With Kelly & Ryan Scores 6-Week High in Viewers
August 2, 2022

Wednesday’s broadcast of “Live with Kelly and Ryan” (on 7/20/22) marked the show’s most-watched telecast (2.287 million) on any day in 1 month — since Monday, 6/20/22. Wednesday’s episode featured news anchor David Muir, actress Bailee Madison and dermatologist Dr. Doris Day.

Cory Wong Announces 'Power Station' Tour
Cory Wong Announces 'Power Station' Tour
August 2, 2022

GRAMMY® Award-nominated songwriter, producer, and guitarist extraordinaire Cory Wong has announced plans for a unique two-legged collaborative tour – his biggest US headline tour thus far. THE POWER STATION TOUR kicks off with an upcoming Fall run that will see Wong joined by Sierra Hull and Robbie Wulfsohn (of Ripe).

Clint Holmes Announces Fall 2022 Tour Dates
Clint Holmes Announces Fall 2022 Tour Dates
August 2, 2022

Grammy Award nominee Clint Holmes is back with a concert-event celebrating the songs of the legendary Peter Allen. The show is co-created with and directed by award-winning director, Will Nunziata (concert director for Tony winner Lillias White and Platinum recording artist Jackie Evancho, director of Broadway-bound musical Little Black Book).

Hezron Clarke to Release New Album 'M.O.A.M (Man on a Mission)'
Hezron Clarke to Release New Album 'M.O.A.M (Man on a Mission)'
August 2, 2022

Recorded in Reggae’s birthplace, Kingston Jamaica, M.O.A.M. features some of Jamaica’s greatest musicians including Dean Fraser (saxophone), Kirk “Kirkle Dove” Bennett (drums), Donald “Danny Bassie” Dennis (bass), Mitchum Khan (guitar), Carol “Bowie” McLaughlin (keyboards) and Robbie Lyn (keyboards).



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