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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: HBO Max Shares ENDANGERED Documentary Trailer
VIDEO: HBO Max Shares ENDANGERED Documentary Trailer
June 6, 2022

The HBO Original documentary film ENDANGERED, produced and directed by Oscar-nominees Rachel Grady and Heidi Ewing and executive produced by Ronan Farrow. Featured interviews include reporters Patrícia Campos Mello (Folha de São Paulo) and Oliver Laughland (The Guardian), and more.

Nicolle Galyon Announces Long-Awaited Debut Album 'Firstborn'
Nicolle Galyon Announces Long-Awaited Debut Album 'Firstborn'
June 6, 2022

firstborn, the debut album from Nicolle Galyon, has been announced with the lead single, 'winner.' Produced by King Henry and Jimmy Robbins, the eleven-track album features songwriting collaborations with Robbins, Camila Cabello, Shane McAnally, Josh Osborne, Sasha Sloan, Kelsea Ballerini, Hillary Lindsey, Emily Weisband, Rodney Clawson and more.

Trail of Dead Announce 2022 US Headline Tour
Trail of Dead Announce 2022 US Headline Tour
June 6, 2022

Austin’s …And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead announce an August US headline tour today with New Candys opening. It’ll be the band’s first stateside run in support of their forthcoming new full-length studio album – XI: BLEED HERE NOW. News of the US trek comes on the heels of a 23-date European tour announcement last week.

MRC L&A & Powerball Team Up Again for 'Powerball First Millionaire of the Year' Promotion
MRC L&A & Powerball Team Up Again for 'Powerball First Millionaire of the Year' Promotion
June 6, 2022

Players from participating lottery jurisdictions will travel to New York City to ring in the New Year and have the chance to win $1 million in a special drawing broadcast live on “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2023,” the No. 1 New Year’s Eve programming special, on ABC.

Jonah Tolchin Releases New Single 'Aliens'
Jonah Tolchin Releases New Single 'Aliens'
June 6, 2022

Shot at Coolidge Studios in Providence, RI, check out the live performance video of “Aliens,” directed and edited by the album’s co-producer Nic Coolidge. The clip features Jonah Tolchin (vocals/guitar), Nic Coolidge (bass), and Michael Joel Bosco (drums). In support of the new album, the Princeton, NJ native will hit the road touring the U.S.

Dove Cameron, Katy Perry & More Join CAN'T CANCEL PRIDE Livestream Concert
Dove Cameron, Katy Perry & More Join CAN'T CANCEL PRIDE Livestream Concert
June 6, 2022

The third annual event will be hosted by JoJo Siwa, with performances by Katy Perry, Sam Smith, Anitta, Dove Cameron, Kim Petras, and Betty Who. Elton John will be receiving the first-ever Impact Award, and there will also be a special moment from Lizzo. The event will focus on “The Year in Pride.”

Alan Cumming's Former Chimpanzee Costar Rescued
Alan Cumming's Former Chimpanzee Costar Rescued
June 6, 2022

Tonka, the 38-year-old chimpanzee who appeared when he was a baby alongside Alan Cumming in the film Buddy, has been found and rescued by PETA following a years-long legal battle with his former owner, Tonia Haddix. Tonka was discovered beng held in a tiny cage in Haddix's basement.

VIDEO: Watch a New MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU Trailer
VIDEO: Watch a New MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU Trailer
June 6, 2022

This summer, from the biggest global animated franchise in history, comes the origin story of how the world’s greatest supervillain first met his iconic Minions, forged cinema’s most despicable crew and faced off against the most unstoppable criminal force ever assembled in Minions: The Rise of Gru.

Disney+ Unveils Launch Date for Marvel Studios' I AM GROOT Shorts
Disney+ Unveils Launch Date for Marvel Studios' I AM GROOT Shorts
June 6, 2022

Disney+ announced the latest Marvel Studios addition to their exciting summer lineup, “I Am Groot.” 'I Am Groot” is a collection of five original shorts starring Baby Groot, everyone’s favorite little tree, and will feature several new and unusual characters. All five shorts will be available for viewers to watch upon launch. 

VIDEO: BET+ Shares MARTIN: THE REUNION Trailer
VIDEO: BET+ Shares MARTIN: THE REUNION Trailer
June 6, 2022

Martin: The Reunion includes interviews with Martin Lawrence (“Martin”), Tisha Campbell (“Gina”), Tichina Arnold (“Pamela”) and Carl Anthony Payne II (“Cole”) and will showcase special musical performances, behind-the-scenes commentary and surprise guest appearances. Martin: The Reunion is hosted by comedian Affion Crockett.

Hall of Fame Will Induct Blues Legend Duke Robillard at The Kate
Hall of Fame Will Induct Blues Legend Duke Robillard at The Kate
June 6, 2022

He will be joining such greats as blues legends Muddy Waters, James Cotton, James Montgomery, Emmy Award Winning Brian Keane, Rock n Roll hall of Fame inductee Gene Pitney, Grammy Award Winning Paula Cole, Grammy nominated Joseph Firecrow, music pioneers The Runaways, June Millington and many others.

Seventeen Become 2nd Act in K-Pop History to Record Over 2 Million First-Week Sales
Seventeen Become 2nd Act in K-Pop History to Record Over 2 Million First-Week Sales
June 6, 2022

According to Hanteo Chart—a top music chart in Korea—data made public on June 2, over 2.06 million copies of the K-pop supergroup’s 4th studio album Face the Sun were sold in 7 days since its release. BTS are the only other artist in Korea that holds the record of selling over 2 million copies in the first week.

Lydia Luce Releases New Single 'Matter of Time'
Lydia Luce Releases New Single 'Matter of Time'
June 6, 2022

Filmed by Jason Lee Denton and Aliegh Shields, the video finds Luce performing her song amongst a very similar habitat to that which inspired it, bathed in the shadows of fronds and vines. Fans can watch the video for “Matter of Time,” check out previously-released singles “Cosmic Flower,” “Yellow Dawn,” and “Vow.'

VIDEO: Lyle Lovett Performs New Album Tracks on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
VIDEO: Lyle Lovett Performs New Album Tracks on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
June 6, 2022

Produced by Chuck Ainlay and Lovett, 12th of June features a mix of new originals, including previously released singles “12th of June” and “Pants Is Overrated,” standards by Nat King Cole and Dave Frishberg, and a Horace Silver instrumental, representing Lovett’s dynamic live performances with his Large Band.

Graveyard Club Share New Single 'Rose Vine'
Graveyard Club Share New Single 'Rose Vine'
June 6, 2022

Graveyard Club is excited to share the latest single “Rose Vine'' from their new album Moonflower, available for pre-order now. Paired with rhythmic synths and tight drum patterns, “Rose Vine” packs a sense of melodic urgency that reflects in the lyrics. It follows previous singles, “Nowhere,” and “Halloween”.

Michael Franti's Releases New Album 'Follow Your Heart'
Michael Franti's Releases New Album 'Follow Your Heart'
June 6, 2022

Deemed by NPR as “equal parts musician and activist,” Franti continues to offer opportunities for gratitude, solidarity and celebrating how we get through the greatest ups and downs of our lives with our body, mind and soul still intact with Follow Your Heart, released last Friday via Thirty Tigers. 

Korn, Five Finger Death Punch & More Announces For Rocklahoma
Korn, Five Finger Death Punch & More Announces For Rocklahoma
June 6, 2022

This year, Rocklahoma will celebrate America’s biggest Labor Day Weekend Party as well as 15 Years of Rocklahoma! The three-day camping festival features some of today’s top rock artists, including Korn, Five Finger Death Punch, Shinedown, Evanescence, Megadeth, Seether, Three Days Grace, Cypress Hill, Jelly Roll, and many more.

Singer Yuka Mito Announces 'Love In The City' with Vincent Herring
Singer Yuka Mito Announces 'Love In The City' with Vincent Herring
June 6, 2022

Yuka Mito, a very appealing jazz singer who made a strong impression with her previous release Time After Time, displays her continuing evolution on Love In The City. Love In The City has Yuka joined by the same trio as on her previous recording.

Presley & Taylor To Make Multiple Appearances CMA Fest Week
Presley & Taylor To Make Multiple Appearances CMA Fest Week
June 6, 2022

Sister duo Presley & Taylor love the beach, and the beach loves them! They made their debut appearance on the Florida panhandle opening for Old Dominion at the massive Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam country music festival on Friday and then headed back to Nashville to get ready for a host of performances around Music City.

Jacob Noah Releases New Single 'No Time'
Jacob Noah Releases New Single 'No Time'
June 6, 2022

Jacob Noah is a young, up-and-coming, pop singer/songwriter whose music resides heavily in organic instruments, with a classic, throwback “sorta” feel, combined to make a fresh and modern sound; bringing a high level of positivity and uplifting feeling to every song released. Jacob Noah has already gained a mastery of the driving pop earworm.



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