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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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Gogol Bordello Announces New Album 'Solidaritine'
Gogol Bordello Announces New Album 'Solidaritine'
July 19, 2022

Tapping New York underground icon Walter Schreifels (Gorilla Biscuits, Rival Schools, Quicksand) for the producer seat, Gogol dove deep into the studio and emerged with a album rife with the insurgent sound of survival. The seven piece band of mixed heritage from locations such as Ukraine, Ecuador, and Russia. Listen to 'Focus Coin' now!

FOX Sports Premieres FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
FOX Sports Premieres FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
July 19, 2022

FOX Sports, America’s English-language home for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM, has announced Emmy Award-winning actor Jon Hamm, executive producer and star of FOX’s upcoming animated comedy series “Grimsburg,” the upcoming comedy “Confess, Fletch” and star of “Top Gun: Maverick,” will star as Santa Claus in its new creative campaign.

Titus Andronicus Announce New Album 'The Will to Live'
Titus Andronicus Announce New Album 'The Will to Live'
July 19, 2022

Produced by Titus Andronicus singer-songwriter Patrick Stickles and Canadian producer Howard Bilerman (Arcade Fire, Leonard Cohen, The Whole Nine Yards) at the latter’s hotel2tango recording studio in Montreal, The Will to Live is heralded by the premiere of first single, “(I’m) Screwed.” Watch the Ray Concepcion-directed music video now!

Megan Thee Stallion Announces U.K. Show at the Iconic O2 Academy Brixton
Megan Thee Stallion Announces U.K. Show at the Iconic O2 Academy Brixton
July 19, 2022

This upcoming show will see the multi-platinum-selling musician deliver her signature hot girl summer anthems and A-list collaborations that include Cardi B, Dua Lipa, Beyonce, Shenseea and many more. The announcement also comes after the release of her scorching single, “Plan B.' Earlier this year, Megan teamed up with Dua Lipa for “Sweetest Pie.”

Chaka Khan Releases Cover Artwork for New Single 'Woman Like Me'
Chaka Khan Releases Cover Artwork for New Single 'Woman Like Me'
July 18, 2022

From the icon that introduced the world to the female empowerment song of our lives, 'I Am Every Woman', she now delivers the ultimate female anthem, 'WOMAN LIKE ME'. 'WOMAN LIKE ME' was written by Gregg Pagani, Francesca Richard, and Jeffrey Anderson and produced by Gregg Pagani. Check out the new photo now!

Old Crow Medicine Show Announce 15th Annual New Year's Eve Show at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium
Old Crow Medicine Show Announce 15th Annual New Year's Eve Show at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium
July 18, 2022

GRAMMY Award-winning band Old Crow Medicine Show will return to the famed Ryman Auditorium stage in Nashville for their 15th annual New Year’s Eve show on December 31. Earlier this spring, Old Crow Medicine Show released their seventh studio album Paint This Town. Plus, check out further upcoming tour dates!

The Acacia Strain Announce September 2022 Headline Tour Dates
The Acacia Strain Announce September 2022 Headline Tour Dates
July 18, 2022

THE ACACIA STRAIN — Vincent Bennett [vocals], Kevin Boutot [drums], Devin Shidaker [guitar], and Griffin Landa [bass] — have announced the 'You Can't Skip Lunch' Tour, which kicks off on September 9 in Philadelphia and runs through September 26 in Washington, DC. Check out the complete list of tour dates now!

Intelligent Music Project to Release Seventh Album 'Unconditioned' Feat. Members of TOTO, Rainbow & Nazareth
Intelligent Music Project to Release Seventh Album 'Unconditioned' Feat. Members of TOTO, Rainbow & Nazareth
July 18, 2022

The legendary Simon Phillips (TOTO, Protocol) returns as percussionist and musical co-producer of the new album, while the lead vocalist on this release will again be one of the most popular names in rock music: Ronnie Romero (Rainbow, MSG). The album comes just two months after their biggest adventure, Eurovision Song Contest.

Journey's New Studio Album 'Freedom' Debuts at #1 on Current Rock Chart
Journey's New Studio Album 'Freedom' Debuts at #1 on Current Rock Chart
July 18, 2022

The iconic rock group JOURNEY released their brand new studio album titled Freedom via BMG last week, which has been met with a glowing response from their fans and the media. Released on July 8, the fifteen-track opus has debuted at #1 on the Current Rock Chart. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

beabadoobee Announces North American Fall Tour
beabadoobee Announces North American Fall Tour
July 18, 2022

beabadoobee has announced a nationwide U.S. headline tour with direct support from Dirty Hit labelmates Lowertown. Kicking off on October 25 in Washington, D.C., the 28-date run will see Bea come to major cities coast to coast including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, Seattle, San Francisco, and more.

Keith Urban Joined by Breland During 'The Speed of Now' World Tour Stop
Keith Urban Joined by Breland During 'The Speed of Now' World Tour Stop
July 18, 2022

The two brought the crowd to its feet with a frantic performance of  “Out The Cage,” the opening track on Urban’s last album The Speed of Now Part 1, that features Breland. Watch a video clip from the performance now! Plus, check out upcoming Speed of Now tour dates!

Mr T Experience Reissue 'Revenge Is Sweet and So Are You'
Mr T Experience Reissue 'Revenge Is Sweet and So Are You'
July 18, 2022

MR. T EXPERIENCE, 'Revenge is Sweet and So Are You', is the third in a long list of MTX reissues being lovely remastered, reimagined, and reissued on Sounds Rad. And for the 25th anniversary of the album's original release (produced/engineered by Kevin Army, whose work includes Operation Ivy, Green Day, Sweet Baby).

COME FROM AWAY to Perform on the TODAY SHOW on Thursday
COME FROM AWAY to Perform on the TODAY SHOW on Thursday
July 18, 2022

COME FROM AWAY currently features Jenn Colella, Petrina Bromley, De'Lon Grant, Becky Gulsvig, Caesar Samayoa, James Seol, Q. Smith, Sharone Sayegh, Astrid Van Wieren, Emily Walton, Jim Walton, Gene Weygandt, Sharon Wheatley, Paul Whitty, Josh Breckenridge, John Jellison, Tony LePage, Monette McKay, Happy McPartlin and Julie Reiber.

CENTRAL PARK Will Return For Season Three in September
CENTRAL PARK Will Return For Season Three in September
July 18, 2022

“Central Park” stars a renowned voice cast that includes Josh Gad, Tituss Burgess, Daveed Diggs, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Emmy Raver-Lampman and Stanley Tucci and Kristen Bell who will star in season three in the new role of Abby, Paige’s (Hahn) little sister. Plus, check out first look photos from the upcoming season now!

Apple TV+ Announces TRYING Season Three Premiere Starring Rafe Spall and Esther Smith
Apple TV+ Announces TRYING Season Three Premiere Starring Rafe Spall and Esther Smith
July 18, 2022

Leading into National Parent’s Day, Apple TV+ has announced the third season of the critically acclaimed series “Trying.' In “The Home,” Jason and Nikki wake up as the new parents of two kids they’ve barely met. But will they be able to keep both? In the second episode, “The Circle,” Jason worries that Tyler will be bullied at school.

CHILLY & MILLY to Premiere at PBS Short Film Festival
CHILLY & MILLY to Premiere at PBS Short Film Festival
July 18, 2022

Chilly & Milly is the powerful and gripping 3D animated short film by William D. Caballero about love, loss, and the flaws in our healthcare system for many Latinos. This feature length documentary, shot during his last year of graduate school at NYU in 2007-2008, explores the life of various members of his Puerto Rican-American family.

Warren Zeiders to Release 'Up to No Good' Single
Warren Zeiders to Release 'Up to No Good' Single
July 18, 2022

“Up To No Good” is another instantly irresistible anthem from Zeiders. Produced by Lindsay Rimes [Kane Brown], the track snaps like a touchdown pass from acoustic verses into an electric guitar-charged hook. Meanwhile, he muses about the best kind of trouble. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Hello Stranger Premiere New Single 'True Belief'
Hello Stranger Premiere New Single 'True Belief'
July 18, 2022

After moving to L.A., Sam Deffenbaugh (singer/guitarist) was joined by acclaimed musicians Alex Monfort (Kenny Y Los Electricos, Kenny Aviles), Doug Slohm (The Alpine Camp), and Dillon Yoder (All Access, Shiver, Faultline). 2022 brings the EP True Belief as the band continues to write/record their next full-length album.

Illenium Announces Trilogy: Colorado Headline Show
Illenium Announces Trilogy: Colorado Headline Show
July 18, 2022

This marks the second TRILOGY show following his record-breaking 2021 headliner at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, NV. TRILOGY remains close to ILLENIUM’s heart as it represents a rapturous evening of three sets. Returning to Denver, this has all the makings of the ultimate homecoming for the Colorado-based DJ/producer.

VIDEO: AMC Shares KEVIN CAN F**K HIMSELF Season Two Premiere
VIDEO: AMC Shares KEVIN CAN F**K HIMSELF Season Two Premiere
July 18, 2022

AMC & AMC+ debuted the official trailer and key art for the second season of the groundbreaking dark comedy Kevin Can F**K Himself, starring Emmy® Award-winning actress Annie Murphy (Schitt’s Creek). The series also stars Brian Howe (Chicago Fire), Raymond Lee (Here and Now), Jamie Denbo (F Is For Family), and Candice Coke (The Algerian).



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