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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

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Hairspray

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VIDEO: Mötley Crue and Papa Roach Star in THE RETALIATORS Trailer
VIDEO: Mötley Crue and Papa Roach Star in THE RETALIATORS Trailer
July 13, 2022

Watch the trailer, featuring Mötley Crüe’s Tommy Lee, Five Finger Death Punch’s Ivan Moody, Zoltan Bathory, and Chris Kael, Papa Roach, Jaya of The Hu, Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills, Eva Under Fire’s Amanda Lyberg, Matt Brandyberry, Danny Case, Lance Dowdle, and Matt Madiro of From Ashes to New, Cory Marks, and more.

Rhett Miller Announces New Album 'The Misfit'
Rhett Miller Announces New Album 'The Misfit'
July 13, 2022

Listen to Rhett Miller's debut single “Follow You Home,” featuring vocals from Cassandra Jenkins and Annie Nero. The Misfit was co-written and produced by Miller’s Hudson Valley, NY neighbor Sam Cohen (Kevin Morby, Sharon Van Etten, Danger Mouse) and continues their musical partnership that began on 2018’s The Messenger. Plus, check out tour dates!

Disney+ Sets BLUEY Season Three Premiere
Disney+ Sets BLUEY Season Three Premiere
July 13, 2022

Created and written by Joe Brumm and produced by the multiple Emmy Award-winning Ludo Studio for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and BBC Studios, the new season of the breakout hit series will be split into two parts. These episodes will also arrive on Disney Channel and Disney Junior later this year.

Ariana Grande Arrives in England to Film WICKED Movie
Ariana Grande Arrives in England to Film WICKED Movie
July 12, 2022

Ariana Grande shared two new photos to her Instagram story, one of an open field with hot air balloons flying above it, along with a photo of a framed picture of the Scarecrow from the original Wizard of Oz film, captioned '!!!!,' signalling that she has arrived to film the highly-anticipated screen adaption of Wicked.

Francine Honey Releases New Single 'One Big Party'
Francine Honey Releases New Single 'One Big Party'
July 12, 2022

“One Big Party” was written with co-writer Fabio Ingratta, who Honey met at a songwriters’ meeting she hosted. The song features Nashville's Will Kimbrough, Fats Kaplin, Danny Mitchell, Dean Marold, and GRAMMY-nominated producer and drummer Neilson Hubbard recorded live by Dylan Alldredge at Skinny Elephant Recording Studios in East Nashville. 

Lauren Balthrop Releases Lush 'What of the Days' Based Off Maya Angelou Poem
Lauren Balthrop Releases Lush 'What of the Days' Based Off Maya Angelou Poem
July 12, 2022

Nashville's Lauren Balthrop makes captivating, candid music propelled by her crystalline voice and will release her sophomore album, Things Will Be Different via Olivia Records and is available for pre-save. Listen to the album opener 'What of the Days' now. The track follows 'Thank You,' a duet with songwriter Maya de Vitry, and 'Piece of Shit.'

Indigo Sparke Announces New Aaron Dessner-Produced Album
Indigo Sparke Announces New Aaron Dessner-Produced Album
July 12, 2022

After moving back to New York from her native Australia in the spring of 2021, Sparke finished writing the album’s 14 songs and decamped upstate with producer Aaron Dessner. Hysteria is packed with big guitars and layered instrumentation that practically acts as the album’s lungs, giving every note breath.

Holy Fawn Announces Dimensional Bleed' Album
Holy Fawn Announces Dimensional Bleed' Album
July 12, 2022

News of the 10-song album’s impending arrival is met with the release of a second single the album, with the band releasing the album’s title track this morning. The group released the single, and video for, “Death Is A Relief” in advance of their spring tour with Deafheaven. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

FRIENDSHIP Share New Single 'Chomp Chomp' Off Their Forthcoming LP 'Love The Stranger'
FRIENDSHIP Share New Single 'Chomp Chomp' Off Their Forthcoming LP 'Love The Stranger'
July 12, 2022

Philly-based Friendship will release their new album Love the Stranger via Merge Records. Listen to the final peak at the LP before release via new single “Chomp Chomp,” a song that holds the distinction of the only repeated refrain—“loving the stranger” —on the album. Pre-order the new album now!

Saddest Factory's Charlie Hickey Shares New Single 'Choir Song (I Feel Dumb) 2.0'
Saddest Factory's Charlie Hickey Shares New Single 'Choir Song (I Feel Dumb) 2.0'
July 12, 2022

Hickey's recent 11 track record produced by Marshall Vore, includes contributions from fellow musicians Harrison Whitford, Christian Lee Hutson and Mason Stoops. Hickey details life’s graceless passage between teenage years and adulthood, and all of the noise that permeates. Plus, check out upcoming European tour dates!

Toadies Add Dates To Rescheduled Rubberneck 25th Anniversary Tour
Toadies Add Dates To Rescheduled Rubberneck 25th Anniversary Tour
July 12, 2022

Toadies have just announced new dates to their twice rescheduled Rubberneck 25th Anniversary. Fellow Texans, Reverend Horton Heat are on all dates and will play their Al Jourgensen produced Liquor in the Front in its entirety. Drakulas start West Coast dates, while Nashville Pussy kick off the bill on the East Coast.

AMC+ & RLJE Films Acquire SECTION 8
AMC+ & RLJE Films Acquire SECTION 8
July 12, 2022

 Written by Chad Law (Drive Hard), Josh Ridgway (Howlers) and directed by Christian Sesma (Vigilante Diaries), SECTION 8 stars Ryan Kwanten (“True Blood”), Dolph Lundgren (The Expendables), Dermot Mulroney (“Hanna”), Scott Adkins (John Wick: Chapter 4) and Mickey Rourke (The Wrestler).

Warmduscher Share Yard Act Remix Of 'Greasin' Up Jesus'
Warmduscher Share Yard Act Remix Of 'Greasin' Up Jesus'
July 12, 2022

Hot on the heels of their recent storming of Later…with Jools Holland, South London scoundrels Warmduscher have announced details of a 4-track remix of EP featuring tracks taken from their recently released much-acclaimed fourth album, At The Hotspot. The EP features remixes from Yard Act, Joe Goddard, Red Axes and Glok. Plus, check out tour dates!

The Offspring Release 'The Offspring - Greatest Hits' For The First Time On Vinyl
The Offspring Release 'The Offspring - Greatest Hits' For The First Time On Vinyl
July 12, 2022

There will be three different versions of the vinyl available: a black LP with a lyric insert / a limited-edition picture disc that features the band’s iconic flaming skull / and an exclusive limited-edition version that boasts a slipmat with the same logo. Preorders for all three are available now. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates now!

Paul Roessler Releases 'The Turning Of The Bright World'
Paul Roessler Releases 'The Turning Of The Bright World'
July 12, 2022

A piano-driven introspective journey tinged with melancholia and electronic elements,  The Turning Of The Bright World serves as an accessible entry point for new fans while also showcasing the prolific artist's range and willingness to take risks expertly. It is now available on all DSPS. Listen to the new single now!

Craig Finn Announces Fall Uptown Controller Tour Dates
Craig Finn Announces Fall Uptown Controller Tour Dates
July 12, 2022

Recorded with Finn’s longtime collaborators, producer Josh Kaufman and engineer D. James Goodwin, the album includes the singles “Messing With The Settings,” “Birthdays,” and “The Amarillo Kid,” all joined by official music videos streaming now on YouTube. Check out the complete list of tour dates now!

Kaya Stewart Announces New LP 'If Things Go South'
Kaya Stewart Announces New LP 'If Things Go South'
July 12, 2022

With the heart of your favorite nineties alt songstress, the guts of a tried-and-true punk, and a whole lot of sass all her own, Kaya Stewart is ready to formally introduce herself on her forthcoming sophomore LP, If Things Go South. The 10-song album chronicles Kaya’s self-actualization as an artist.

The Band Ice Cream Release New Single 'CHEMICAL FIRE'
The Band Ice Cream Release New Single 'CHEMICAL FIRE'
July 12, 2022

California-based garage rock outfit The Band Ice Cream has released “CHEMICAL FIRE,” the introspective first track from their forthcoming 10-song collection Play Dead. The album was racked by Jack Shirley (Deafheaven, Jeff Rosenstock, Remo Drive), and produced by Tim Vickers aka Grandbankss (Tia Nomore, Ricky Lake).

Gary Clark Jr. Returns to the Road for Fall 2022 Headline Tour
Gary Clark Jr. Returns to the Road for Fall 2022 Headline Tour
July 12, 2022

Grammy Award-winner Gary Clark Jr. will return to the road for a month-long fall headline tour across North America. This run kicks off September 9 in Birmingham, AL at Avondale Brewery, visits major markets coast-to-coast, and closes out four weeks later on October 9 at Hard Rock Live in Wheatland, CA.

Hunter Arnold to Produce Indie LGBTQ Rom-Com ORIGINAL TRU
Hunter Arnold to Produce Indie LGBTQ Rom-Com ORIGINAL TRU
July 12, 2022

Tony award-winning Broadway producer Hunter Arnold will produce ORIGINAL TRU via his company TBD Productions, alongside Adam Bucci, Cat Del Re, Jessy Greer and Adam Huss. Arnold has produced Dear Evan Hansen, Kinky Boots, Spring Awakening, The Inheritance, Macbeth, Moulin Rouge! and Edward Albee’s The Goat (London).






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