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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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Chlöe Bailey Joins Capella Grey on 'Gyalis (Shemix)'
Chlöe Bailey Joins Capella Grey on 'Gyalis (Shemix)'
May 31, 2022

Originally released as an impromptu live performance via Chlöe’s Instagram, the video quickly garnered over 3 million views and became an viral hit with celebrities such as Tracee Ellis Ross, SZA, Fivio Foreign and more all demanding an official version be released. 

John Legend Announces Second Royal Albert Hall Show Due to Popular Demand
John Legend Announces Second Royal Albert Hall Show Due to Popular Demand
May 31, 2022

Legend has been hard at work on a new album, set to be released this fall. Earlier this month he released single ‘Dope’ feat. JID, the first song from this forthcoming new album – LISTEN HERE. In July, John Legend will hit the stage at London’s iconic Somerset House for a SOLD-OUT show, as part of the venue’s Summer Series.

Enhypen's Heeseung Releases Solo Cover of Justin Bieber's 'Off My Face'
Enhypen's Heeseung Releases Solo Cover of Justin Bieber's 'Off My Face'
May 31, 2022

ENHYPEN’s HEESEUNG surprised global fans by dropping a solo cover of “Off My Face.” ENHYPEN released a video of HEESEUNG covering “Off My Face” via the band’s official social media channels on May 30. Included in Justin Bieber’s album Justice, “Off My Face” is a track that has received massive popularity worldwide since its release in March 2021. 

The Melvins Announce 'The Five Legged Tour'
The Melvins Announce 'The Five Legged Tour'
May 31, 2022

The Melvins, who set sail for “The Electric Roach Tour” on June 14, have announced the next wave of dates in what’s proving to be a gargantuan slate of 2022 shows, with “The Five Legged Tour” offering U.S. fans an additional 43 opportunities to take in one of the seminal band’s live performances.

Christina Aguilera Releases New Album 'AGUILERA'
Christina Aguilera Releases New Album 'AGUILERA'
May 31, 2022

Learn about Christina Aguilera's new album and listen to it here! The new single was composed by Aguilera, TINI, and Kat Dahlia along with producers Mauricio Rengifo, Andrés Torres, Rafa Arcaute, Federico Vindver, and co-produced by Afo Verde.

VIDEO: First Look at Cynthia Erivo in Disney's Live Action PINOCCHIO Teaser
VIDEO: First Look at Cynthia Erivo in Disney's Live Action PINOCCHIO Teaser
May 31, 2022

Disney has shared a first look at Cynthia Erivo as the Blue Fairy in the upcoming live-action film remake of Pinocchio. The flim is also set to star Tom Hanks, Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Keegan-Michael Key, Lorraine Bracco and Luke Evans. Erivo can also be heard singing the film's iconic 'When You Wish Upon A Star' song.

Bob Marston & the Credible Sources Share New Single 'Lyin' Eyes'
Bob Marston & the Credible Sources Share New Single 'Lyin' Eyes'
May 27, 2022

The track premiered at Glide Magazine, who called “Lyin’ Eyes” “swampy folk” and a “righteous and seriously in-the-pocket stunner that showcases Marston’s stunning arrangement that sounds part soulful Muscle Shoals and part edgy Merge Records.” Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Thomas Bartlett Releases 'Bach: French Suites'
Thomas Bartlett Releases 'Bach: French Suites'
May 27, 2022

Thomas Bartlett’s remarkable career has seen the musician, composer, and producer performing around the world both as Doveman and alongside The National, David Byrne, Nico Muhly, Anohni, Rufus Wainwright, and his own group, The Gloaming. Listen to the new suite!

Dawes Share New Single 'Comes in Waves'
Dawes Share New Single 'Comes in Waves'
May 27, 2022

Acclaimed Los Angeles-based rockers Dawes have shared “Comes In Waves,” available now via Rounder Records at all DSPs and streaming services. An official performance video – directed by Caitlin Gerard at Hollywood, CA’s historic EastWest Studios – premieres today as well via YouTube. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Jon Langston Drops Powerful Rendition of 'If You Want Love'
Jon Langston Drops Powerful Rendition of 'If You Want Love'
May 27, 2022

The emotionally charged rendition follows the release of Langston’s current single “Back Words,” spinning on Country radio airwaves now. He’s on the road now for his headlining ALL GOOD OUT HERE TOUR, hitting Augusta, AR tomorrow (5/28) plus Holiday, FL (6/3), Grayson, GA (6/4), and Myrtle Beach, SC (6/5) next weekend.

Tom Odell Unveils New Single 'Sad Anymore'
Tom Odell Unveils New Single 'Sad Anymore'
May 27, 2022

Tom Odell shares his latest track ‘Sad Anymore,’ released via independent label mtheory. It’s accompanied by an animated music video created by line-drawing artist Manshen Lo (Sally Rooney), with animation by Duncan Gist and produced by Nexus Studios –the same team behind the official video for Tom’s recent single ‘Best Day Of My Life.'

Mark Jones Releases New Intimate EP 'Scars'
Mark Jones Releases New Intimate EP 'Scars'
May 27, 2022

These five brand new songs are all penned by Mark and are very personal to him. Chronicling his experience through a failed marriage almost matter-of-factly, Mark's open and honest storytelling will resonate with anyone who's had to experience loss, start over and move on.

Fedde Le Grand Drops New Hit 'Nothing's Gonna Hurt You'
Fedde Le Grand Drops New Hit 'Nothing's Gonna Hurt You'
May 27, 2022

The bouncy offering directly follows his club mix of the November-released collaborative hit single ‘Heaven’ with Robert Falcon and vocals from Sofia Quinn, as well as his February joint single with American Authors, ‘One Way Up’. Out now via his very-own Darklight Recordings imprint, ‘Nothing’s Gonna Hurt You’ is available now.

Sony Classical to Release Mao Fujita's New Recording of Mozart's Complete Piano Sonatas
Sony Classical to Release Mao Fujita's New Recording of Mozart's Complete Piano Sonatas
May 27, 2022

Sony Classical is delighted to release an advance preview track from the eagerly anticipated debut album by the extraordinarily gifted young Japanese pianist, Mao Fujita. Mao Fujita has chosen to share his sparkling and captivating reading of Mozart’s much-loved Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 ‘Sonata facile’/II.

VIDEO: Blair Underwood Reveals He Wants to Do a Broadway Musical on LIVE
VIDEO: Blair Underwood Reveals He Wants to Do a Broadway Musical on LIVE
May 27, 2022

Blair UnderwoodDuring an interview on LIVE! With Kelly & Ryan, Blair Underwood revealed that he would like to return to Broadway in a musical. Underwood also spoke about his Broadway debut as Stanley Kowalski in the 2012 revival of A Streetcar Named Desire.

Jamie Drake Shares New Single 'Is There Something Wrong With Me?'
Jamie Drake Shares New Single 'Is There Something Wrong With Me?'
May 27, 2022

Drake has previously shared the album’s title track “New Girl,”  “Beginnings” and “Easy Target,” which Buzzbands LA called “a free-flowing, vocally warm pop song in the vein of ’60s and ’70s AM radio hitmakers.” 48 Hills labeled it a “warm open hug of tune.” 

ABBA Open Their Long-Awaited Concert ABBA VOYAGE to the Public
ABBA Open Their Long-Awaited Concert ABBA VOYAGE to the Public
May 27, 2022

Agnetha Falkstog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad were joined by the producers Svana Gisla and Ludvig Andersson, along with director Baillie Walsh, and an invited audience of VIPs, including the Swedish King & Queen and the Mayor of London, friends and family, media and fans. 

Shane Codd Debuts New Single 'Rather Be Alone' & Announces First Us Headline Tour Dates
Shane Codd Debuts New Single 'Rather Be Alone' & Announces First Us Headline Tour Dates
May 27, 2022

Earlier this month, the Irish hitmaker released the high-energy single “Love Me Or Let Me Go”. Fans will now be able to hear Shane perform both songs live on his first US headline tour which kicks off on June 24th in Washington DC. The ten date cross- country run includes shows in New York City, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles and more.

VIDEO: Joe Jonas-led DNCE Performs 'Move' Live From Vevo Studio
VIDEO: Joe Jonas-led DNCE Performs 'Move' Live From Vevo Studio
May 27, 2022

Led by Jonas Brother Joe Jonas, exuberant dance-rock group DNCE broke into the mainstream in 2015 with the EP SWAAY and the single 'Cake by the Ocean,' a multi-platinum international hit that helped propel their 2016 self-titled debut LP into the U.S. Top 20.

Bahjat Announces New EP & Shares 'I'M HERE' Single
Bahjat Announces New EP & Shares 'I'M HERE' Single
May 27, 2022

Continuing to carve out a globally appealing aesthetic with an Arabic soul and a touch of vintage nostalgia, the striking music video for “I’M HERE” sees Bahjat taking a major risk with his image, incorporating harsher environments, full choreography and bold fashion looks to bring to life the track’s theme of risk-taking.






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