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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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GAYC/DC In Search of New Guitarist
GAYC/DC In Search of New Guitarist
October 30, 2023

Los Angeles-based hard rock band GAYC/DC who are still recovering from the untimely and unexpected passing of their guitarist Clint Yeager this Spring, have issued a statement. As the band considered their future, one thing that was paramount was to continue the legacy that they, along with Yeager, had created as an all-inclusive tribute to AC/DC.

CMA Presents Jeannie Seely With 2023 Joe Talbot Award
CMA Presents Jeannie Seely With 2023 Joe Talbot Award
October 30, 2023

Celebrated for revolutionizing the perception of female Country artists, Seely was surprised with the award on-stage at the Grand Ole Opry during her performance. Following the surprise presentation by CMA Board President Kella Farris, audience members rose to their feet with applause for Seely. 

Paige King Johnson Nominated For Female, Country, Songwriter, And Country Tour Of The Year At The Carolina Country Music Awards
Paige King Johnson Nominated For Female, Country, Songwriter, And Country Tour Of The Year At The Carolina Country Music Awards
October 30, 2023

With four nominations, Johnson is already a four-time Carolina Country Music Award winner and will also be performing live at the show. The Carolina Country Music Awards is an annual event open to performers who grew up in or now reside in North Carolina or South Carolina.

KID BLOOM Announces 2024 'INNER LIGHT' Tour
KID BLOOM Announces 2024 'INNER LIGHT' Tour
October 30, 2023

Los Angeles-based multi-instrumentalist Kid Bloom (Lennon Kloser) has announced his “Inner Light” tour with dates kicking off on February, 18, 2024 at The Roxy in Los Angeles, CA. The run stops at New York City’s Gramercy Theater on March 9 and concludes in Pomona, CA on March 30.

Chestnut Grove to Perform 'Ta-Ta For Now' Tour In Novemver
Chestnut Grove to Perform 'Ta-Ta For Now' Tour In Novemver
October 30, 2023

Pennsylvania rockers, Chestnut Grove have announced their “Ta Ta… for Now,” string of tour dates including a headlining show at Ardmore Music Hall on November 24th alongside the release of their upcoming newest LP in early 2024, Can’t Stand the Music, before they go on a planned hiatus.

Video: Watch Jesse Eisenberg Star In the MANODROME Trailer
Video: Watch Jesse Eisenberg Star In the MANODROME Trailer
October 30, 2023

Ralphie (Academy Award® nominee Jesse Eisenberg) is a man wrestling with outside forces and the demons within when he meets a mysterious family of men who welcome him as one of their own. Joining Eisenberg is an all-star cast including Academy Award® winner Adrien Brody and the unforgettable Odessa Young. Watch the video!

Video: Watch The Gaslight Anthem Perform on CBS Saturday Morning
Video: Watch The Gaslight Anthem Perform on CBS Saturday Morning
October 30, 2023

The Gaslight Anthem performed on CBS Saturday Morning this past weekend to help commemorate HISTORY BOOKS, their first album in nearly a decade. They played two songs from the new album – 'History Books' and 'Autumn,' – as well as 2008's classic 'Blue Jeans & White T-Shirts.' Watch the video of their performance now!

The Legendary Downchild Blues Band Set Toronto Concert
The Legendary Downchild Blues Band Set Toronto Concert
October 30, 2023

It’s been over 40 years since The Legendary Downchild Blues Band have played the iconic El Mocambo in Toronto, so the band thought it would be fun to play the club one more time on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 8:00 pm with special guest Jeff Rogers.

Houston Grand Opera Announces New Partnership with Apple Music Classical
Houston Grand Opera Announces New Partnership with Apple Music Classical
October 30, 2023

As part of the new partnership, the company will be presenting new recordings of classic and contemporary operas from current and future seasons alongside special remastered releases from its rich back catalogue, which spans decades and includes history-making productions such as Treemonisha (1975) and Porgy and Bess (1976).

2023 Gotham Awards to Present Michael Mann's FERRARI with the Icon & Creator Tribute for Innovation
2023 Gotham Awards to Present Michael Mann's FERRARI with the Icon & Creator Tribute for Innovation
October 30, 2023

The Gotham Film & Media Institute announced that Ferrari, the emotional and thrilling dramatization of the life of legendary ex-racer, racecar manufacturer, and entrepreneur, directed and produced by Michael Mann, will receive the Icon & Creator Tribute for Innovation at the 33rd annual Gotham Awards Ceremony.

The Chainsmokers, Tiësto & More to Headline Together As One
The Chainsmokers, Tiësto & More to Headline Together As One
October 30, 2023

The electronic dance music scene in the City of Destiny will take over with a lineup of EDM giants, including GRAMMY-winning duo The Chainsmokers, an emotionally charged, genre-blending experience from Seattle-based Seven Lions, pioneering figure and global icon Tiësto, British trance trio Above & Beyond, and more.

Jay Allen Shares Heartfelt Holiday Edition of 'No Present Like The Time'
Jay Allen Shares Heartfelt Holiday Edition of 'No Present Like The Time'
October 30, 2023

Penned during a period of personal loss when Jay mourned the passing of his mother, this moving song serves as a beacon of hope for those facing their own struggles. The track narrates Jay's journey, encouraging others to embrace every moment and find healing, even when the path seems arduous.

Octavia Spencer's LOST WOMEN OF HIGHWAY 20 & FEDS Set ID Premiere Dates
Octavia Spencer's LOST WOMEN OF HIGHWAY 20 & FEDS Set ID Premiere Dates
October 30, 2023

LOST WOMEN OF HIGHWAY 20 is a true-crime odyssey that begins with the disappearance of a 13 year-old Rachanda Pickle. When Rachanda disappears in 1990, detectives discover a trail of missing and murdered women along a ghostly stretch of Oregon’s US Highway 20. FEDS will take viewers deep inside America’s most elite crime-fighting agency, the FBI.

Sheryl Crow and Peter Frampton to Perform Against Gun Violence Ahead of A FATHER'S PROMISE Film
Sheryl Crow and Peter Frampton to Perform Against Gun Violence Ahead of A FATHER'S PROMISE Film
October 30, 2023

Led by musician Mark Barden and artists Sheryl Crow, Billie Eilish, Peter Gabriel, Karen Fairchild of Little Big Town, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Nile Rodgers, Bush, Rufus Wainwright, Pixies, LP, Bootsy Collins, Old Crow Medicine Show, Halestorm, Rozzi, Sofi Tukker and more, the Artist For Action coalition is designed to drive people to volunteer.

Trap Music Museum Joins Forces with DTLR and Nike for a Special Experience Celebrating the Southern Rap Movement's Influence on the Classics
Trap Music Museum Joins Forces with DTLR and Nike for a Special Experience Celebrating the Southern Rap Movement's Influence on the Classics
October 30, 2023

Trap Music Museum, a symbol of Atlanta's rich hip-hop culture, is proud to set a historic collaboration with brands Nike and DTLR, a leading urban and athletic retailer, to commemorate 50 years of hip-hop history and its influence on streetwear fashion and classic silhouettes we love.

Mood Hut Welcomes Cousin to the Label With New EP
Mood Hut Welcomes Cousin to the Label With New EP
October 30, 2023

Cousin, the solo project of Australian artist Jackson Fester, explores sonic landscapes, blending spacious atmospherics, subterranean bass, and rhythmic hypnotism. Hailing from Sydney, Cousin infuses his music with the vibrancy of local flora, captivating audiences across North America, the UK, Europe, and Asia with his versatile performances.

PG County Rap Duo Kaimbr & Sean Born Announce Sophomore Album 'Nino Green 2'
PG County Rap Duo Kaimbr & Sean Born Announce Sophomore Album 'Nino Green 2'
October 30, 2023

“Stop Playing With Me” is a tantalizing glimpse of the brilliance that awaits on Nino Green's upcoming album. On “Stop Playing With Me,” Kaimbr and Sean Born's lyrical prowess reach unparalleled heights. It features a guest appearance by Nathaniel Star, whose velvety-smooth and passionately delivered hook takes the track to another level.

ASCAP CEO Elizabeth Matthews Honored with SONA Warrior Award
ASCAP CEO Elizabeth Matthews Honored with SONA Warrior Award
October 30, 2023

Paul Williams and legendary songwriters and producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis lauded Matthews’s achievements and hit songwriter MoZella performed “Wrecking Ball” (all are ASCAP members). Video tributes to Matthews featured music industry giants Stephen Schwartz, NE-YO, Marcus Miller, Desmond Child, John Platt and Ashley Gorley among many others.

Video: Netflix Shares STAMPED FROM THE BEGINNING Trailer
Video: Netflix Shares STAMPED FROM THE BEGINNING Trailer
October 30, 2023

Oscar-winning director Roger Ross Williams brings Dr. Ibram X. Kendi’s New York Times bestseller to the screen. Published in 2016, Dr. Kendi’s National Book Award winner chronicles the entire story of anti-Black racist ideas and their staggering power over the course of American history. Watch the video trailer now!

AMC Licenses NAUTILUS Live-Action Series From Disney Entertainment
AMC Licenses NAUTILUS Live-Action Series From Disney Entertainment
October 30, 2023

AMC Networks has licensed the U.S. and Canadian linear and streaming rights to Nautilus, a 10-episode live-action series inspired by Jules Verne’s beloved Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, from Disney Entertainment. Nautilus tells the origin story of the iconic Captain Nemo: an Indian Prince robbed of his birthright and family.






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