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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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Lilly Singh Strikes Long-Term Pact with Blink49 Studios and Bell Media
Lilly Singh Strikes Long-Term Pact with Blink49 Studios and Bell Media
July 20, 2022

Spearheaded by Singh and Polly Auritt, Head of Development at Unicorn Island Productions, as well as Carolyn Newman, Executive Vice President, Global Scripted and Virginia Rankin, Executive Producer for Blink49 Studios, the deal will focus on creating and producing compelling television content that showcases underrepresented communities.

Netflix Announces New Cast as BRIDGERTON Begins Season Three Production
Netflix Announces New Cast as BRIDGERTON Begins Season Three Production
July 20, 2022

Netflix and Shondaland has shared a new video signaling that Bridgerton is back in production for Season 3 with new cast members Daniel Francis, Sam Phillips and James Phoon joining the cast. This season will focus on the love story of Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton).

The Luka State Announces Additional US & UK Tour Dates
The Luka State Announces Additional US & UK Tour Dates
July 20, 2022

The Luka State will embark on an intimate UK intimate tour this autumn. ‘The More Things Change, The More They Stay The Same’ tour will see The Luka State preview next year’s release of their eagerly anticipated second album with intimate, full-intensity shows in Liverpool, London, and Glasgow.

Luke Evans, Jessie Buckley & More Join Animated A CHRISTMAS CAROL on Netflix
Luke Evans, Jessie Buckley & More Join Animated A CHRISTMAS CAROL on Netflix
July 20, 2022

The film stars Luke Evans (voices Scrooge), Olivia Colman (voices Past), Jessie Buckley (voices Isabel Fezziwig), Johnny Flynn (voices Bob Cratchit), Fra Fee (voices Harry Huffam), Giles Terera (voices Tom Jenkins), Trevor Dion Nicholas (voices Present), James Cosmo (voices Mr Fezziwig), and Jonathan Pryce (voices Jacob Marley).

Amanda Seyfried Discusses How Wanting to 'Redo' LES MISERABLES Affected Her WICKED Movie Audition
Amanda Seyfried Discusses How Wanting to 'Redo' LES MISERABLES Affected Her WICKED Movie Audition
July 20, 2022

Amanda Seyfried has revealed that she auditioned for the role of Glinda in the upcoming Wicked movie adaptation. Seyfried stated that she wished to prove herself through the Wicked audition after being dissatisfied with her singing performance as Cosette in the 2012 film adaption of Les Misérables.

VIDEO: Nieri Reveals the Music Video for 'Body 2 Body'
VIDEO: Nieri Reveals the Music Video for 'Body 2 Body'
July 20, 2022

Dance pop artist Nieri releases the video for 'Body 2 Body' taken from his debut EP, Starshine. Written and recorded between Los Angeles and Stockholm, the EP features five glossy, electronic pop tracks that offer a glimpse into Nieri’s life, struggles and aspirations. The track was co-written with Swedish artist Ingrid Witt.

K-Pop Band Xdinary Heroes Releases 'Hello, World!' Mini-Album
K-Pop Band Xdinary Heroes Releases 'Hello, World!' Mini-Album
July 20, 2022

The six-song collection on Hello! world! includes darkness and brightness co-existing on “Sucker Punch!,” sing-along on tracks “Strawberry Cake” and “Pirates,” while “KNOCK DOWN” leans more rock with powerful guitars and bass sounds. The album chronicles the first step of learning programming language and depicting a story of the six members.

Flo Milli Releases Debut Album 'You Still Here, Ho ?'
Flo Milli Releases Debut Album 'You Still Here, Ho ?'
July 20, 2022

The album includes features from Rico Nasty, Babyface Ray, an intro/outro from the iconic Tiffany Pollard aka “New York,” and includes production from YoungFyre (Lil Wayne, Jaden, T-Pain), Tasha Catour (Lil Tecca, Aminé, Tinashe), Big Korey (YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Gucci Mane, Jeezy), and more. 

Shania Twain to Release Netflix Documentary & Accompanying Highlights Album
Shania Twain to Release Netflix Documentary & Accompanying Highlights Album
July 20, 2022

The documentary features studio footage from throughout her career and new interviews with Shania at home. Not Just A Girl is the story of a woman who made her own way, independent of anyone else; the story of an artist who took enormous risks. Among the guest voices in Not Just A Girl are Lionel Richie, Diplo, Avril Lavigne, and Orville Peck.

Petey Releases New Single 'Big Bad!'
Petey Releases New Single 'Big Bad!'
July 20, 2022

Following performances at Lollapalooza, Hinterland Music Festival and Outside Lands this summer, Petey will hit the road for a headline tour this fall along with select dates supporting Manchester Orchestra. Last year, Petey’s debut headline tour which made stops in Los Angeles, Chicago and New York completely sold out in advance.

VIDEO: Jamie Lee Curtis Stars in HALLOWEEN ENDS Trailer
VIDEO: Jamie Lee Curtis Stars in HALLOWEEN ENDS Trailer
July 20, 2022

Icon Jamie Lee Curtis returns for the last time as Laurie Strode, co-stars returning cast Will Patton as Officer Frank Hawkins, Kyle Richards as Lindsey Wallace and James Jude Courtney as The Shape will also return. The also stars Andy Matichak and Rohan Campbell. Watch the trailer for the new film now!

Panic! At the Disco Releases 'Middle of a Breakup'
Panic! At the Disco Releases 'Middle of a Breakup'
July 20, 2022

Watch a new music video from multi-platinum band, Panic! At The Disco as they release their new single “Middle of a Breakup” The song was produced and written by Brendon Urie alongside Jake Sinclair & Mike Viola. The video, directed by Brendan Walter (“Viva Las Vengeance,” “High Hopes”) is out now. 

Kitchen Dwellers and Daniel Donato Announce Fall Tour
Kitchen Dwellers and Daniel Donato Announce Fall Tour
July 19, 2022

Kitchen Dwellers and Daniel Donato will embark on ‘Galaxy Grass x Cosmic Country Fall Tour.’ Each packing out venues, theatres and festival performances in an upward trajectory. The 22-date tour kicks off in St. Louis, MO on October 5 and will continue throughout the Midwest, Southeast and Northeast, wrapping up on November 5 in St. Paul, MN.

Paul Kelly to Release New Album 'Rivers and Rain'
Paul Kelly to Release New Album 'Rivers and Rain'
July 19, 2022

Filled to the brim with songs from his five decades of exceptional music making, the 20 tracks of Rivers and Rain are skimmed from his much-admired albums, such as his award-winning releases Nothing But A Dream, Goin’ Your Way, Life Is Fine, and Nature, as well as his epic eight-CD retrospective, The A-Z Recordings.

LIVE WITH KELLY & RYAN Returns With a 6-Week Ratings High Among Women 25-54
LIVE WITH KELLY & RYAN Returns With a 6-Week Ratings High Among Women 25-54
July 19, 2022

“Live with Kelly and Ryan” ranked as the week’s No. 1 daytime talk show – network or syndicated – in Households (1.5 rating), Total Viewers (2.081 million) and Women 25-54 (0.6 rating). In fact, “Live” stood as the No. 1 daytime talk show for the 26th consecutive week (including 12 ties) among Women 25-54.

Vicki Burns Releases New Album 'Lotus Blossoms Days'
Vicki Burns Releases New Album 'Lotus Blossoms Days'
July 19, 2022

The title is from Billy Strayhorn's Lotus Blossom which has lyrics written by New York lyricist Roger Schore and jazz vocalist Carol Sloane. There are six tunes that started life as instrumentals along with three originals, two penned by Burns and one, You Don't Have To Believe by Tessa Souter. Listen to the new album now!

THE SEA BEAST Tops Netflix's Top Film List
THE SEA BEAST Tops Netflix's Top Film List
July 19, 2022

Viewers took a deep dive into the epic animated adventure The Sea Beast. The story of Maisie and Jacob landed in the #1 spot (two weeks in a row!) on the English Films List and holds the record for the most hours viewed in a week for an animated film with 68.11M hours viewed. Directed by Chris Williams, the film was in the Top 10 in 93 countries.

Corinne Cook Reissues Past Single 'I Hate It When That Happens'
Corinne Cook Reissues Past Single 'I Hate It When That Happens'
July 19, 2022

The single was included in a combination of tracks from several different recording sessions in Nashville over a two year period.  Primarily produced by Country Radio Guru Bill Wence and Joe Funderburk, the album features tracks also produced by Leon Womack. The track was released alongside a new lyric video.

The Special Pillow Announce New EP
The Special Pillow Announce New EP
July 19, 2022

The Special Pillow return with a new EP and single 'Mind Wipe' which is also the title of the EP. The band have been putting out eccentric weirdo psych/pop/folk over the last few years with yet another release already in the works. Mind Wipe is the group’s first project to be recorded at Brooklyn’s Deep Dive studio with engineer Mitch Rackin.

MTVoid (feat. TOOL's Justin Chancellor) Release New Song 'Scanner Void'
MTVoid (feat. TOOL's Justin Chancellor) Release New Song 'Scanner Void'
July 19, 2022

MTVoid, the duo featuring TOOL’s Justin Chancellor and Sweet Noise/Serce vocalist Peter Mohamed, return following a nine-year absence with their new song, “Scanner Void.' Death Grips producer Andy Morin lends drums and synths to the hypnotic track. Album details will be revealed soon ahead of the summer release.



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