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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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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.

J. Nicolás Releases First Single From Upcoming Album 'A Rosary Of Bone'
J. Nicolás Releases First Single From Upcoming Album 'A Rosary Of Bone'
July 19, 2022

J. Nicolás’ healing lyricism creates a quiet and comforting stillness of mind with his warm, introspective Americana. Inspired by South-African poet, Douglas Livingstone, his sophomore album, A Rosary of Bone combines his trademark soothing instrumentals with raw, introspective and elegantly-placed words of self-discovery.

Kyle Watson Announces Fall U.S. 'My Machines' Tour
Kyle Watson Announces Fall U.S. 'My Machines' Tour
July 19, 2022

Kicking off in Tempe, Arizona in September and wrapping up in Denver, Colorado in late October, Watson will be presenting his brand-new show concept in some of the United States’ most venerated venues. The run will mark his first official U.S. tour since his ‘Into The Morning’ tour in 2018, which accompanied the release of his debut album.

Fiona Brice Announces New Album 'And You Know I Care'
Fiona Brice Announces New Album 'And You Know I Care'
July 19, 2022

Fiona Brice has announced the release of her new album And You Know I Care via Bella Union and available to preorder here. To celebrate the announcement Brice has shared a beautiful and mezmerising video for the title track created by Rankin. Watch the music video for the new single now!

Toledo Announce Debut LP 'How It Ends' With New Singles 'Climber' & 'Leopard Skin'
Toledo Announce Debut LP 'How It Ends' With New Singles 'Climber' & 'Leopard Skin'
July 19, 2022

Pulling from their childhood influences of 90s adult contemporary and Elliott Smith, Brooklyn-based Dan Álvarez de Toledo, and Jordan Dunn-Pilz’ music, which is full of seamless harmonies throughout, skirts the softer edges of indie rock and the darker fringes of pop with each song imbuing a big dose of vulnerability. Plus, check out tour dates!

A Vulture Wake Release First Single Off 'Animal' EP
A Vulture Wake Release First Single Off 'Animal' EP
July 19, 2022

The EP includes 5 songs continuing the band’s campaign to “Do No Harm; Take No Shit” while taking aim at the powers that be, inner demons, and a bleak future on this dying planet. ‘Animal’ follows the critically-acclaimed and fan-embraced ‘Kingdom’ E.P. - Also Produced, Engineered & Mixed by Mike Kennerty (Direct Hit!, Red City Radio, Copyrights).

Hulu's Lollapalooza Livestream To Include j-hope, Metallica, Tove Lo, Machine Gun Kelly, & More
Hulu's Lollapalooza Livestream To Include j-hope, Metallica, Tove Lo, Machine Gun Kelly, & More
July 19, 2022

With Lollapalooza starting next week in Chicago, Hulu has shared the streaming lineup schedule for the festival, which will include artists like j-hope, Metallica, Machine Gun Kelly, Kygo, Tove Lo, Don Toliver, Wallows, IDLES, Denzel Curry, and Porno for Pyros. Check out the Lollapalooza lineup now!

Royce 5'9' to Release New Compilation Album 'The Heaven Experience Vol. 1'
Royce 5'9' to Release New Compilation Album 'The Heaven Experience Vol. 1'
July 19, 2022

Leading the way for the fifteen-track release will be a new visual for 'I Play Forever,' featuring Grafh. New tracks on The Heaven Experience Vol. 1 include production by S1 (Kanye West), Jake One (Brent Faiyaz), Shndo (Justin Beiber), and collaborations with Black Thought on 'Right Hand,' and  Big K.R.I.T. on 'Black Lives Matter.'

Eyedress Shares New Tracks 'A Good Life' & '2 Headed Goat'
Eyedress Shares New Tracks 'A Good Life' & '2 Headed Goat'
July 19, 2022

Manila-born, Los Angeles-based rising star Eyedress shares two new songs, “A GOOD LIFE,” powered by an infectious guitar hook that will appeal to fans of his global hit “Jealous” and lo-fi punk rap banger “2 HEADED GOAT” featuring Realyungphil and Lucien Clarke. Both tracks are taken from his forthcoming album, FULL TIME LOVER.

Jelani Alladin & Noah J. Ricketts Join Matt Bomer's Showtime Limited Series FELLOW TRAVELERS
Jelani Alladin & Noah J. Ricketts Join Matt Bomer's Showtime Limited Series FELLOW TRAVELERS
July 19, 2022

SHOWTIME has announced that Jelani Alladin (Frozen, Hercules), Noah J. Ricketts (To My Girls, Frozen) and Linus Roache (Batman Begins, HOMELAND) have joined the lead cast of its new limited series FELLOW TRAVELERS, also starring Matt Bomer, Jonathan Bailey and Allison Williams. Bomer will also executive produce the new series.

Hugh Jackman to Lead Animated Hulu Series KOALA MAN
Hugh Jackman to Lead Animated Hulu Series KOALA MAN
July 19, 2022

Hugh Jackman will lead the voice cast of Hulu's new animated comedy series, Koala Man, the new series from Rick and Morty co-creator Justin Roiland and Michael Cusack. He will play the role of Big Greg, who is known as the most well-liked man in the town of Dapto and the head of the town council.






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