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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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Golden Dawn Arkestra Share New Single 'Join As One'
Golden Dawn Arkestra Share New Single 'Join As One'
August 4, 2022

The band has shared the official video for their new single 'Join As One.' The video, which was directed by Benjamin Blanchard, debuted at Glide Magazine and can also be shared at YouTube. 'Join As One' is the third release in a trilogy of videos off Golden Dawn's upcoming album and was shot at Paramount Theater & The Texas Capitol Building.

VIDEO: First Look at Lea Michele in FUNNY GIRL Rehearsals
VIDEO: First Look at Lea Michele in FUNNY GIRL Rehearsals
August 4, 2022

Lea Michele took to Instagram to share a short clip of her in rehearsals for Funny Girl. The short clip features Michele tap dancing at the end of a musical number in the show. Michele is slated to begin performances alongside Tovah Feldshuh who will take over for Jane Lynch in the role of Rosie Brice. Watch the video clip of Michele in rehearsals!

carobae Releases New Pop Single 'till the day i ___'
carobae Releases New Pop Single 'till the day i ___'
August 4, 2022

The latest two-song single follow's July's 'dead ends/happy endings' single and video and comes as carobae is gearing up for her debut LP this fall. Having already established herself in the Nashville community as a songwriter and producer where she's worked with Nicolle Galyon and Corook, she is simultaneously forging a path as a recording artist.

CNN Original Content to Stream On Discovery+ in New CNN Originals Hub
CNN Original Content to Stream On Discovery+ in New CNN Originals Hub
August 4, 2022

CNN and Warner Bros. Discovery announced the launch of a dedicated CNN Originals hub on discovery+ domestically. discovery+ subscribers can access a curated selection of library CNN content through a new hub featuring premium programming from the network’s prestige brands: CNN Original Series, CNN Films, and HLN Original Series.

Okay Kaya Announces New Album 'SAP'
Okay Kaya Announces New Album 'SAP'
August 4, 2022

Okay Kaya announced the album with a trippy, collaborative video, made by Kaya Wilkins and renowned visual artist Austin Lee, for its extraordinary lead single “Spinal Tap.” SAP, which was entirely written, performed, engineered, and produced by Wilkins, is a dynamic new body of work, adding to her celebrated 2020 and 2021 releases.

Road Recovery Releases 'Crimson Chaos' Single Featuring Slash
Road Recovery Releases 'Crimson Chaos' Single Featuring Slash
August 4, 2022

Road Recovery is dedicated to helping young people develop coping skills and teaching them comprehensive life skills while they battle adversities and face their struggles. The entertainment non-profit has now released the single, “Crimson Chaos” featuring Slash on major digital music services .

Bella White Releases New Single 'The Way I Oughta Go'
Bella White Releases New Single 'The Way I Oughta Go'
August 4, 2022

Singer-songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Bella White has released her new single “The Way I Oughta Go.” Produced by Jonathan Wilson and featuring Buck Meek on guitar, the song exemplifies her ability to put her own stamp on traditional country and bluegrass tones, all the while showcasing her captivating and stunning voice.

Photo: First Look at Colman Domingo as Bayard Rustin in George C. Wolfe's RUSTIN
Photo: First Look at Colman Domingo as Bayard Rustin in George C. Wolfe's RUSTIN
August 4, 2022

Netflix has shared a first look at Tony winner Colman Domingo as Bayard Rustin in George C. Wolfe's upcoming film, Rustin. The new film will also star Audra McDonald, Adrienne Warren, Michael Potts, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Chris Rock, and more. Check out the first look photo now!

daddi ru Releases Their Debut Single 'My Parasite' Featuring Grandmaster Caz
daddi ru Releases Their Debut Single 'My Parasite' Featuring Grandmaster Caz
August 4, 2022

The dark, electro-pop track, reminiscent of 2019 Billie Eilish, centers around a toxic relationship that finds Ru feeling used by their partner and at their wit's end. Their debut single, “My Parasite” ft. Grandmaster Caz is now available on all streaming platforms worldwide.

mxmtoon Announces 'rising' (the deluxe) & Shares New Single
mxmtoon Announces 'rising' (the deluxe) & Shares New Single
August 4, 2022

The album has been streamed more than 20 million times since then and received critical acclaim including Song Exploder’s deep dive into “mona lisa’, and showed the singer-songwriter-producer-podcaster and social activist reaching new heights creatively. Check out upcoming tour dates now! Plus, listen to the new single.

ABBA to Release 'ABBA GOLD' 30th Anniversary Edition
ABBA to Release 'ABBA GOLD' 30th Anniversary Edition
August 4, 2022

With more than 32 million sales worldwide, ABBA Gold has emerged as the group’s all-time greatest success. As the second highest selling album of all time in the UK, it has spent over 1,055 weeks on the Official UK album chart making it the longest running album in the Official Albums Chart Top 100. Check out the 2 LP and cassette track lists now!

Chip and Joanna Gaines' Magnolia Network Coming to HBO MAX
Chip and Joanna Gaines' Magnolia Network Coming to HBO MAX
August 4, 2022

The slate will include Fixer Upper: Welcome Home, Magnolia Table with Joanna Gaines, The Lost Kitchen, Growing Floret, Family Dinner with Andrew Zimmern, Restoration Road with Clint Harp, Maine Cabin Masters and the complete five-season Fixer Upper library. It's part of a new spotlight page featuring curated Magnolia Network content.

Grimson Releases New Single 'Set Gently'
Grimson Releases New Single 'Set Gently'
August 4, 2022

Berlin-based songwriter and animator Aiden Burglund has shared the new single 'Set Gently' under his indie pop moniker Grimson. A snippet of the track's audio is currently trending on Tiktok. The video was cut together from several takes of Berglund riding down and playing on the Subway platform escalator. Watch the new music video now!

Tom Finster Announces Debut Album on DIVIDID
Tom Finster Announces Debut Album on DIVIDID
August 4, 2022

Gracing the catalogues of international record labels such as Neosignal and VALE, as well as providing an esteemed rework for Camo & Krooked on Hospital Records alongside his self release projects, he now returns to DIVIDID where he’ll be revealing a debut album. His ‘Year of I’ LP is his most ambitious project to date.

Weary Reveal 'Trust' Single Ahead of 'Hush' Album
Weary Reveal 'Trust' Single Ahead of 'Hush' Album
August 4, 2022

Ahead of the release of their sophomore album, Hush, next week, Newfoundland’s Weary reveal “Trust”. Hush, explores the quiet spaces that demand we listen a little closer, a little more carefully.  The record is part guitar driven inner child work, part attempt to understand the grief, trauma and chaos of our world. 

VIDEO: Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros Share 'Ripple' Live Performance
VIDEO: Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros Share 'Ripple' Live Performance
August 4, 2022

Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros— Bobby Weir, Don Was, Jay Lane and Jeff Chimenti—are set for the release of their second vinyl collection of recorded material, Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros: Live in Colorado Vol. 2. Vol. 2 also features songs recorded live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre and the Gerald R. Watch the new video and check out upcoming tour dates!

VIDEO: Billy Porter Discusses His Secret DREAMGIRLS Audition at 16-Years-Old on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
VIDEO: Billy Porter Discusses His Secret DREAMGIRLS Audition at 16-Years-Old on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
August 4, 2022

Billy Porter appeared on Late Night to discuss making his directorial debut with the new Prime Video film, Anything's Possible. During the interview Porter discussed his early love of musical theatre while growing up in Pittsburgh, telling the story of sneaking off to Chicago to secretly audition for Dreamgirls. Watch the new video now!

The Dears to Embark On UK Tour This September
The Dears to Embark On UK Tour This September
August 4, 2022

Montreal stalwarts The Dears are returning to the UK this September for a long-awaited run of live dates. Marking a  triumphant return for the band, The Dears are guaranteed to deliver a cathartic set packed with classics alongside material from their latest release ‘Lovers Rock’, performed live for UK audiences for the first time.

Billy Joel Adds December 19 Madison Square Garden Show
Billy Joel Adds December 19 Madison Square Garden Show
August 4, 2022

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. has shared that by overwhelming demand, legendary musician and MSG franchise Billy Joel has added another show as part of his record-breaking residency at The World’s Most Famous Arena on Monday, December 19, 2022. The December show will mark Joel’s 86th monthly and 132nd lifetime show at The Garden.

The Bobby Lees Set Release For 'Bellevue' Album
The Bobby Lees Set Release For 'Bellevue' Album
August 3, 2022

The Bobby Lees, fresh off of an extensive European tour that included the Woodstock, N.Y-based band’s first stint in the UK, wowing audiences and critics alike, the Sam Quartin-led quartet will release of their Ipecac Recordings’ debut album, Bellevue. A new single has been released as well, with the track “Monkey Mind” available now.



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