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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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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).

POWERPUFF GIRLS & FOSTER'S HOME FOR IMAGINARY FRIENDS to Be Rebooted
POWERPUFF GIRLS & FOSTER'S HOME FOR IMAGINARY FRIENDS to Be Rebooted
July 18, 2022

Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe (HBSE) has begun development work to reboot The Powerpuff Girls and Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends. Emmy® Award-winning creator, producer, and director Craig McCracken, who first began his career at Hanna-Barbera Cartoons 30 years ago in 1992, is attached to develop both projects.

VIDEO: Madison Cunningham Shares 'Hospital' Live Performance Video
VIDEO: Madison Cunningham Shares 'Hospital' Live Performance Video
July 18, 2022

Watch two-time Grammy nominated Madison Cunningham's new performance video of her single 'Hospital.' She has recieved two Grammy nominations, for her album Who Are You Now in 2020 and most recently Wednesday (Extended Edition). 'Hospital' reached #1 most added at both AAA and Non Comm radio. 

Polyphia Share New Single 'Neurotica'
Polyphia Share New Single 'Neurotica'
July 18, 2022

Featuring collaboration from Sims Cashion, Luke Holland, & Brady Watt, “Neurotica” follows the previously released lead single “Playing God,” which Rock Sound called “intricate, expansive, and utterly captivating.” To date, “Playing God” has amassed over 15M+ streams and views. Listen to the new single now!

Deaton Chris Anthony Unveils 'Behind the Lockers With Hunter'
Deaton Chris Anthony Unveils 'Behind the Lockers With Hunter'
July 18, 2022

Acclaimed musician and visual artist Deaton Chris Anthony unveils a new song, “Behind The Lockers With Hunter.' The track is taken from Deaton’s forthcoming debut album, SID THE KID. Deaton collaborated on creative direction for the album with multi-disciplinary artist Julian Klincewicz (Beyonce, Jay-Z, Louis Vuitton, Acne, Calvin Klein).

Netflix Sets I JUST KILLED MY DAD Docu-Series Premiere
Netflix Sets I JUST KILLED MY DAD Docu-Series Premiere
July 18, 2022

I Just Killed My Dad is an unprecedented documentary series, which tells the unbelievable, never-been-told-before true story of the Templet family. Anthony Templet shot his father and never denied it. Directed by Skye Borgman. Borgman is also the director of the critically acclaimed Girl In The Picture.

Leah Remini's Crossword Game Show PEOPLE PUZZLER Sets Season Three Return
Leah Remini's Crossword Game Show PEOPLE PUZZLER Sets Season Three Return
July 18, 2022

Hosted by two-time Emmy® Award winner and Daytime Emmy nominee for Outstanding Game Show Host Leah Remini, and based on the iconic crossword puzzles in PEOPLE, the No. 1 magazine brand in the country, season three of PEOPLE PUZZLER will feature the familiar pop culture quiz fare along with some special contestants and show themes.

Judith Light, Luke Kirby & More Join the Cast of the Disney+ OUT OF MY MIND Original Movie
Judith Light, Luke Kirby & More Join the Cast of the Disney+ OUT OF MY MIND Original Movie
July 18, 2022

Disney+ announced that acclaimed actress Rosemarie DeWitt (“The Staircase”), and Emmy® Award-winning actors Luke Kirby (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”) and Judith Light (“American Crime Story”) have been added to the cast of “Out of My Mind,” a Disney+ Original movie adaptation of Sharon Draper’s award-winning novel of the same name.

HBO Announces Princess Diana Documentary THE PRINCESS
HBO Announces Princess Diana Documentary THE PRINCESS
July 18, 2022

HBO Original documentary film THE PRINCESS is an intimate and immersive look at the life of Princess Diana, directed by Academy Award® nominee Ed Perkins (“Black Sheep” “Tell Me Who I Am”) and produced by Lightbox, Academy Award®-winning Simon Chinn (“Man on Wire” “Searching for Sugar Man”) and Emmy®-winning Jonathan Chinn (“LA92” HBO’s “Tina”).

INTIMATE APPAREL to Premiere on PBS in September
INTIMATE APPAREL to Premiere on PBS in September
July 18, 2022

Set in turn of the century New York, Intimate Apparel tells the story of Esther (Kearstin Piper Brown), a lonely, single African American woman who makes her living sewing corsets and ladies’ undergarments. Featuring a libretto by Lynn Nottage, based on her play, and music by Ricky Ian Gordon, the opera is directed by Bartlett Sher.

Hannah Waddingham, Dwayne Johnson & More to Present at The 2022 ESPYS
Hannah Waddingham, Dwayne Johnson & More to Present at The 2022 ESPYS
July 18, 2022

Stars and athletes scheduled to present this year include John Boyega (Golden Globe® Award-winning actor and producer, “Small Axe”), Alison Brie (“Spin Me Round”), Ciara (GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter), Simu Liu (“Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”), Aubrey Plaza (“Emily the Criminal”), and more.



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