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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: Beanie Feldstein Talks FUNNY GIRL Audiences & Her Engagement on LATE NIGHT
VIDEO: Beanie Feldstein Talks FUNNY GIRL Audiences & Her Engagement on LATE NIGHT
June 28, 2022

Beanie Feldstein sat down with Seth Meyers to discuss the importance of telling Fanny Brice's story, how she relates to the character, and how many times her mother has come to see the show, revealing that they can see audiences from the stage. She also told the story of her recent engagement to Bonnie Chance Roberts. Watch the video!

Madison Kozak Premieres 'One Girl to Another'
Madison Kozak Premieres 'One Girl to Another'
June 27, 2022

Adding an unforgettable moment to her memory bank, Songs & Daughters' Madison Kozak premiered the official music video for newest release “One Girl To Another” exclusively with CMT Hot 20 this past weekend, including two official airings on Paramount's Times Square billboard in New York City.

Beach Bums Announce New LP & Share 'IDGAF' Single
Beach Bums Announce New LP & Share 'IDGAF' Single
June 27, 2022

Los Angeles punks Beach Bums have shared a brand new single entitled 'IDGAF,' taken off their forthcoming album, Overcast. This week, Beach Bums have also shared another set of West Coast tour dates to complete their upcoming all4u tour. Check out select dates with Mexican Slum Rats, Loverboyrando, Children of the Flesh, & more!

Krysta Rodriguez, Rachel Bay Jones & More to Perform 'What the World Needs Now is Love' on NBC Special Benefiting Ukraine
Krysta Rodriguez, Rachel Bay Jones & More to Perform 'What the World Needs Now is Love' on NBC Special Benefiting Ukraine
June 27, 2022

Broadway stars Rachel Bay Jones, Brenda Braxton, Liz Callaway, Lilla Crawford, Juwan Crawley, José Llana, Beth Malone, Andrea McArdle, Bonnie Milligan, Orfeh, Krysta Rodriguez, Seth Rudetsky, James Wesley and NaTasha Yvette Williams will come together for a special rendition of “What the World Needs Now is Love.”

Disney Debuts OBI-WAN KENOBI Original Soundtrack
Disney Debuts OBI-WAN KENOBI Original Soundtrack
June 27, 2022

Obi-Wan Kenobi Original Soundtrack featuring the “Obi-Wan” theme by John Williams plus score composed by Natalie Holt with the “Obi-Wan” theme adapted by William Ross is out now.

HBO Drama Series SUCCESSION Begins Production On Season Four
HBO Drama Series SUCCESSION Begins Production On Season Four
June 27, 2022

Created by Jesse Armstrong, the series explores themes of power and family dynamics through the eyes of patriarch Logan Roy (Brian Cox) and his four grown children, Kendall (Jeremy Strong), Siobhan (Sarah Snook), Roman (Kieran Culkin), and Connor (Alan Ruck). All three seasons are available to stream on HBO Max. 

Rina Sawayama Releases New Single 'Catch Me In The Air'
Rina Sawayama Releases New Single 'Catch Me In The Air'
June 27, 2022

Rina Sawayama has released “Catch Me In The Air,” from her new album 'Hold The Girl.' Last month, Sawayama release the upcoming album's lead single, 'This Hell.' She had performed 'This Hell' and 'Catch Me in the Air' on her recent world tour. The track's visualizer features footage of she performing the single at her concerts before its release.

VIDEO: Billy Porter Performs on the BET Awards
VIDEO: Billy Porter Performs on the BET Awards
June 27, 2022

Billy Porter brought ballroom and house music to the BET Awards with an epic performance on Sunday night. Watch the video from the broadcast which also featured performances by Brandy, Jack Harlow, Lizzo, Mariah Carey, Latto, and more.

Strickland and Campbell Launch Marathon Talent
Strickland and Campbell Launch Marathon Talent
June 27, 2022

Strickland helped launch the careers of Blake Shelton, Dan+Shay, Faith Hill, Hunter Hayes, Jana Kramer, Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Engvall, Larry The Cable Guy, and others. Campbell spent nine years at AristoMedia and 14 representing artists like The Chicks, Miranda Lambert, Gretchen Wilson, Montgomery Gentry, and Patty Loveless at Sony.

DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA Now Streaming Exclusively on Peacock
DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA Now Streaming Exclusively on Peacock
June 27, 2022

'Downton Abbey: A New Era' reunites the original principal cast, including Hugh Bonneville, Jim Carter, Michelle Dockery, Elizabeth McGovern, Maggie Smith, Imelda Staunton, Penelope Wilton. In addition to the original cast, Hugh Dancy, Laura Haddock, Nathalie Baye and Dominic West will join the cast.

Pale Waves Release New Single 'Jealousy'
Pale Waves Release New Single 'Jealousy'
June 27, 2022

Listen to the amped-up, anthemic ode to the obsessive that continues the band’shot streak of worldwide radio premieresby being announced as BBC Radio 1’s Hottest Record in the World. Watch the music video for the new single now! Plus, check out their upcoming tour dates with 5 Seconds of Summer.

Oh Boy Records Will Present 'The Summer of Oh Boy Records'
Oh Boy Records Will Present 'The Summer of Oh Boy Records'
June 27, 2022

Recently named Label of the Year at the 2022 A2IM Librea Awards, Oh Boy will release pressings of two of John Prine’s albums: Aimless Love (1984)—Prine’s first full-length album, which was completely fan-funded and launched the label—will be released August 26, while the GRAMMY-nominated, German Afternoons (1986), will be available September 16.

Grxwn Fxlks Release Debut Album 'Volume 1: Independent'
Grxwn Fxlks Release Debut Album 'Volume 1: Independent'
June 27, 2022

Grxwn Fxlks collaborated with an A-List of legendary engineers to evolve their sound. Grammy Award-Winners Neal Pogue (Tyler the Creator, Outkast), Derek “MixedbyAli” Ali (Kendrick Lamar, Mac Miller), Mike Bozzi (J Cole, Nas), Elton “L10MixedIt” Cheung (Chance The Rapper, Kehlani) and several notable others.

Adult Swim Shares THREE BUSY DEBRAS Soundtrack
Adult Swim Shares THREE BUSY DEBRAS Soundtrack
June 27, 2022

The first-ever soundtrack from the series, Three Busy Debras (The Original Television Soundtrack) includes three original songs from the second season: Je M’appelle the Mall with vocals from Mitra Jouhari, Forest Song with vocals from Alyssa Stonoha and Mitra Jouhari, and Bitch Parade with vocals from Carol Swarbrick.

Four Stars Release New Single 'So Long'
Four Stars Release New Single 'So Long'
June 27, 2022

The “So Long” music video was filmed by directed and shot by Mike Rumchaks; produced, engineered, and mixed by Seth Henderson (Real Friends, Knuckle Puck, State Champs) of ABG Studios; co-produced by Ryan Mendez (Yellowcard), and mastered by Ted Jensen (Sterling Sound). The “So Long” single artwork was created by Frank Mondragon.

VIDEO: Kirsty Rock (Easy Star All Stars Vocalist) Drops Music Video For 'Light It Up'
VIDEO: Kirsty Rock (Easy Star All Stars Vocalist) Drops Music Video For 'Light It Up'
June 27, 2022

Kirsty Rock is best known around the world as a member of the internationally renowned reggae super group Easy Star All-Stars. The release coincides with an official video release of the title track, which was a collaboration between acrobatic dancer Julia Baccellier, Rock, and Rock’s long standing collaborator D888.

Ghost Funk Orchestra Announces 'Night Walker / Death Waltz' Album
Ghost Funk Orchestra Announces 'Night Walker / Death Waltz' Album
June 27, 2022

Ghost Funk Orchestra's Night Walker / Death Waltz album drops on August 12th via Colemine / Karma Chief  Records. Back in 2016, producer Seth Applebaum released two EPs that marked the inauguration of the band Ghost Funk Orchestra. 'Night Walker' and 'Death Waltz' were conceived as one-man-band, reel-to-reel tape recorded experiments

Out Film CT Announces 2022 Connecticut LGBTQ Film Festival Winners
Out Film CT Announces 2022 Connecticut LGBTQ Film Festival Winners
June 27, 2022

Out Film CT recently wrapped the 35th Connecticut LGBTQ Film Festival, a hybrid festival of feature films and short films presented via in-person screenings at the historic Cinestudio on the campus of Trinity College in Hartford, the CT Science Center, Apple Cinemas, as well as via virtual streaming. Read the complete list of winners now!

VIDEO: The Regrettes Debut New Music Video For Latest Single 'Barely On My Mind'
VIDEO: The Regrettes Debut New Music Video For Latest Single 'Barely On My Mind'
June 27, 2022

The Regrettes share their new music video for “Barely On My Mind,” directed by Claire Vogel. The video was recorded on the streets of Brooklyn ahead of their sold-out Irving Plaza show during the Further Joy headlining tour. The band has remaining “Further Joy” headlining dates in the US in cities including Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, and more.

Swami John Reis (Hot Snakes/Drive Like Jehu/PLOSIVS) Announces Full Band Tour For August
Swami John Reis (Hot Snakes/Drive Like Jehu/PLOSIVS) Announces Full Band Tour For August
June 27, 2022

The Swami John Reis Band will be making their first-ever appearances on select California dates this August. Touring in support of Ride The Wild Night, Reis’ recently released debut album on Swami Records, the run will begin on Friday, August 5 in Sacramento, CA and culminate in an appearance at The Casbah in San Diego, CA on Tuesday, August 9.



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