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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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Lexi Jayde Releases Sophomore EP 'Closer to Closure'
Lexi Jayde Releases Sophomore EP 'Closer to Closure'
May 26, 2022

Featuring production from Grammy Award winner FINNEAS, Alexander23, and Nick Ruth, Lexi vulnerably invites listeners into every phase of her breakup, from her initial feelings of shock and betrayal into her path of acceptance on closer to closure. 

Mary J. Blige, Summer Walker & More Join Roots Picnic Lineup
Mary J. Blige, Summer Walker & More Join Roots Picnic Lineup
May 26, 2022

The festival concourse will be rounded out by the Toyota SoundStage featuring performances by Mary J. Blige with the Roots, Summer Walker, WizKid, Kirk Franklin, Jazmine Sullivan and more; the CIROC and DeLeón VIP Experience, Everything Legendary Stage, Picnic Village with local businesses and non-profits.

Indie Rock Singer / Songwriter Alpha Cat Releasing EP of Vintage Recordings
Indie Rock Singer / Songwriter Alpha Cat Releasing EP of Vintage Recordings
May 26, 2022

Elizabeth McCullough formed the band Alpha Cat to support a notable success with the first Alpha Cat record, Real Boy, which was produced by Fred Smith of Television. But as often happens, the band fell apart after recording the follow up, Pearl Harbor, yet the Alpha Cat name stuck.

Dame Olivia Newton-John Releases Vinyl Collector's Editions of 'Physical' in Celebration of 40th Anniversary
Dame Olivia Newton-John Releases Vinyl Collector's Editions of 'Physical' in Celebration of 40th Anniversary
May 26, 2022

Olivia set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title on October 20, 2021, which coincided with the release of the 40th Anniversary “Deluxe Edition” CD/DVD of Physical. The vinyl editions of Physical will include a standard black vinyl and, three exclusive releases in varying colors, with retailers Walmart, Target and Urban Outfitters.

Billy Howerdel Releases New Single 'Selfish Hearts'
Billy Howerdel Releases New Single 'Selfish Hearts'
May 26, 2022

The latest song arrives as the L.A. experimental duo VOWWS have been announced as the support act for Howerdel’s upcoming tour, which begins June 11 in Ventura, Calif. (dates below). The five-week trek finds Howerdel joining his APC bandmate Maynard James Keenan’s Puscifer for two shows. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Ato Blankson-Wood Joins New Musical Pilot HISTORY OF A PLEASURE SEEKER on Hulu
Ato Blankson-Wood Joins New Musical Pilot HISTORY OF A PLEASURE SEEKER on Hulu
May 26, 2022

Tony Award-nominee Ato Blankson-Wood has joined the cast of History of a Pleasure Seeker, a new musical series pilot on Hulu. Blankson-Wood will join Carla Woodcock, Callum Kerr, Lesley-Ann Brandt, Olumide Olorunfemi, and Bebe Bettencourt in the upcoming project.

Adult Swim Announces Season Premiere of BIRDGIRL
Adult Swim Announces Season Premiere of BIRDGIRL
May 26, 2022

The new season reunites the following all-star voice cast: Paget Brewster (Criminal Minds) as Judy Ken Sebben/Birdgirl, Rob Delaney (Catastrophe) as Brian, Sonia Denis (Set It Up) as Evie, John Doman (Blue Valentine) as Dog With Bucket Hat, Kether Donohue (You’re the Worst) as Gillian, and more.

Connor Garvey Releases New Single 'Water to the Well'
Connor Garvey Releases New Single 'Water to the Well'
May 26, 2022

Another End of a Year, is Garvey’s 8th release and richest collection of songs and production to date. He shows his maturity as a songwriter, addressing personal and universal themes through a series of lyrical stories and reflections. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

M.I.A Returns With 'The One' & Confirms New Album 'Mata' Is on the Way Inks Global Record Deal With Island Records
M.I.A Returns With 'The One' & Confirms New Album 'Mata' Is on the Way Inks Global Record Deal With Island Records
May 26, 2022

Groundbreaking global trailblazer M.I.A returns with a brand-new track titled ‘The One.’ Produced by Rex Kudo & T-Minus, ‘The One’ signifies a compelling new era for the multi-talented artist and activist, who remains one of the most captivating and innovative creators of a generation. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Light in the Attic Announce 'Earl's Closet'
Light in the Attic Announce 'Earl's Closet'
May 26, 2022

Earl McGrath was the ultimate ’70s jet setter, an art collector and comic bon vivant, who stumbled into the record business and discovered Daryl Hall and John Oates, and later Jim Carroll, while holding court at his legendary salons in Los Angeles and New York. Atlantic founder Ahmet Ertegun gave Earl his own label, Clean Records, in 1970.

Mimi Webb Releases New Single 'Goodbye'
Mimi Webb Releases New Single 'Goodbye'
May 26, 2022

Next up, Webb will embark on her first-ever full-scale headline tour across North America. Mimi’s solo tour kicks off on September 22 in Vancouver, BC at Fortune Sound Club. She will be visiting major US markets coast-to-coast for five weeks, and it will conclude on October 13 in Washington, DC at Union Stage.

Jennifer Holliday & Loretta Devine to Talk DREAMGIRLS on FRIDAY NIGHT VIBES
Jennifer Holliday & Loretta Devine to Talk DREAMGIRLS on FRIDAY NIGHT VIBES
May 26, 2022

This week Jennifer Holliday and Loretta Devine will sit down on Friday Night Vibes to discuss their experience working on 'Dreamgirls' with Tiffany Haddish and co-host Deon Cole. Additionally, super fan Diimond Meeks will perform 'And I Am Telling You' on the episode. Holliday and Devine starred in the original Broadway production of the musical.

Ray Liotta Passes Away at 67
Ray Liotta Passes Away at 67
May 26, 2022

Liotta is most known for playing Shoeless Joe Jackson in Field of Dreams and Henry Hill in Goodfellas. He has also been seen in the Bee Movie, The Many Saints of Newark, Blow, Wild Hogs, Hannibal, Marriage Story, and more.

VIDEO: Moore Kismet 'Wasteland' Music Video
VIDEO: Moore Kismet 'Wasteland' Music Video
May 26, 2022

Their debut album, the ambitiously titled Universe, is actually due out in June via Thrive Music, and they will be doing a series of live dates between this month and early autumn, from Tampa to Chicago, Denver to El Paso and finally on to Tempe, AZ on September 24 as part of the Jauz Bite This! Block Party Tour.

Loretta Devine, Misty Copeland & More Join Disney's EUREKA!
Loretta Devine, Misty Copeland & More Join Disney's EUREKA!
May 26, 2022

Also joining the cast in recurring guest roles are Ellie Kemper ('Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt') as the school librarian, Chee; Jack McBrayer ('30 Rock') as a pet kanga bird; Ryan Michelle Bathé ('The Endgame') as Barry's mom, Sierra; and Wendell Pierce ('Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan') as Barry's father, Cliff.

Triathalon Share New Single 'Floating in Love'
Triathalon Share New Single 'Floating in Love'
May 26, 2022

Forming in Savannah, the band—which began as the solo project of Adam Intrator before Chad Chilton and Hunter Jayne joined in 2011—relocated to New York City after performing together for nearly a decade in Georgia. Their new music is a snapshot of Triathalon’s evolution and growth. Watch their new music video now!

PLATO III Shares 'Holiday' & Announces New Album
PLATO III Shares 'Holiday' & Announces New Album
May 26, 2022

Plato III might be a new name to many but the Abilene, Texas-raised, Los Angeles-based hip hop artist has been rising the ranks and putting in the work for well over a decade. His sound is uniquely his own. Plus, watch the music video, directed by A → B’s Eric Abell and Trent Barboza (Kevin Gates, Tinashe, THEY.)

i.O. Underground Releases New Single 'What U Do'
i.O. Underground Releases New Single 'What U Do'
May 26, 2022

Emerging independent Colorado-based rock trio i.O. Underground has released their new single “What U Do” and announced their new 6-song collection, The Underside EP. On their new song, siren squeals beam out like an extraterrestrial buzz over a skittering beat as bass-y synths warble before climaxing on a guitar-charged refrain.

VIDEO: Netflix Debuts KEEP SWEET: PRAY AND OBEY Series Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Debuts KEEP SWEET: PRAY AND OBEY Series Trailer
May 26, 2022

The four-part documentary series features never-before-seen archival footage and harrowing personal stories from some of the courageous women and men who escaped. From forced underage marriage and pregnancy to a complete unraveling into an oppressive criminal cult under Warren Jeffs’ rule.

Brooklyn Rock Duo Power Pose Announce Debut LP
Brooklyn Rock Duo Power Pose Announce Debut LP
May 26, 2022

Brooklyn-based rock duo Power Pose share anthemic, drum-backed first single 'Honey,' accompanied by a DIY, carefree video–an at-home dance party complete with playful colors and wigs as the duo jam together. In addition to the fiery single, Power Pose announce their defiant debut full-length album I'm Looking.



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