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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: Sophie Powers Shares Music Video for 'Break up on the Weekend'
VIDEO: Sophie Powers Shares Music Video for 'Break up on the Weekend'
May 25, 2022

Since her debut early last year, Sophie has been a hands on artist, co-directing and styling each one of her music videos, and 'Break Up On The Weekend' was no exception. 'Filming the video was super fun since I designed the outfits for it and got to help style all the cast members. Watch the new music video now!

J.Rocc Shares 'Go!' / 'Flawless (Smoothed Out)' Ft. Budgie
J.Rocc Shares 'Go!' / 'Flawless (Smoothed Out)' Ft. Budgie
May 25, 2022

J.Rocc is back with a new full length album A Wonderful Letter on Stones Throw. Today, he shares the second set of new tracks from the record: “Go!” and “Flawless (Smoothed Out)” featuring the London born and Los Angeles based producer, Budgie. 

Documentary Thriller NAVALNY By Director Daniel Roher To Stream On HBO Max
Documentary Thriller NAVALNY By Director Daniel Roher To Stream On HBO Max
May 25, 2022

The CNN Films and HBO Max co-produced documentary thriller NAVALNY, about anti-corruption Russian government opposition leader Alexei Navalny, will be available to stream on HBO Max. The film, directed by filmmaker Daniel Roher, follows Navalny after he survived an assassination attempt by poisoning with a lethal nerve agent. 

Born Ruffians Share New Single 'Don't Fight The Feeling'
Born Ruffians Share New Single 'Don't Fight The Feeling'
May 25, 2022

For the JUICE, SQUEEZE & PULP tour, the Born Ruffians—Luke Lalonde (guitar/vocals), Mitch DeRosier (bass), and Steve Hamelin (drums)—introduce a new fourth member, Maddy Wilde, to the lineup. The North American tour run resumes May 31, at Lincoln Hall in Chicago

Cliff Beach Announces 'Son Of A Beach' EP Featuring Mestizo Beat & Constellation Quartet
Cliff Beach Announces 'Son Of A Beach' EP Featuring Mestizo Beat & Constellation Quartet
May 25, 2022

His most recent studio LP, The Gospel According to Cliff Beach, is immediately arresting, both joyful and bittersweet. The record pays tribute to his roots in Gospel music and has brought to him his nomination for an Independent Music Award for “Best Funk / Fusion /Jam” catego5/25 ry and a Global Music Award win.

VIDEO: Reo Cragun & Kid Ink Share New Music Video 'Light Show'
VIDEO: Reo Cragun & Kid Ink Share New Music Video 'Light Show'
May 25, 2022

Co-produced by Reo Cragun and Clear Eyes [Jeremy Lloyd of Marian Hill], the two artists team up over an energetic space-age blend of hip-hop and electro-pop. This marks their second music collaboration following Kid Ink’s 2019 song “Ride Like A Pro” that has racked up over 8 million streams on Spotify.

Japanese Breakfast, Jason Isbell & Brittany Howard to Perform at 2022 A2IM Libera Awards
Japanese Breakfast, Jason Isbell & Brittany Howard to Perform at 2022 A2IM Libera Awards
May 25, 2022

The event celebrates the talent of the indie music community, honoring DJ, producer, and rapper Madlib with the Independent Icon Award. A legend in the indie hip hop community and one of the most prolific producers and DJs of all time, Madlib began his career in the early nineties when he joined the trio Lootpack alongside DJ Romes and Wildchild.

Mura Masa Confirms New Album 'Demon Time' With 'Blessing Me' Single
Mura Masa Confirms New Album 'Demon Time' With 'Blessing Me' Single
May 25, 2022

Late last year, Mura Masa teased Demon Time with the surprise track “2gether,” which followed collaborations with Shygirl—on a rework of Lady Gaga’s “Sour Candy” for her remix album Dawn of Chromatica—and PinkPantheress—on “Just For Me.' “Blessing Me” features rising Jamaican rapper Skillibeng and Gambian-British breakout star Pa Salieu.

RIAA Partners with Brooke Eden on Music Matters initiative
RIAA Partners with Brooke Eden on Music Matters initiative
May 25, 2022

A multi-event-driven initiative that will have Eden appearing in schools, medical centers and recording studios throughout the year, “Music Matters with RIAA” is designed to demonstrate how music can enable our authentic voice, give us purpose, connect us to each other and give us strength and courage to navigate life’s challenges.

VIDEO: Lea DeLaria Discusses Celebrating Her Birthday With Her POTUS Co-Stars on WENDY
VIDEO: Lea DeLaria Discusses Celebrating Her Birthday With Her POTUS Co-Stars on WENDY
May 25, 2022

Lea DeLaria sat down on the Wendy Show with guest host Sherri Shepherd to discuss her current Broadway run in POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive. DeLaria spoke on her character in the show and celebrating her 64th birthday with Vanessa Williams and Rachel Dratch.

VIDEO: The Happy Fits Share Official Music Video for 'Dance Alone'
VIDEO: The Happy Fits Share Official Music Video for 'Dance Alone'
May 25, 2022

The Happy Fits will also be dancing across the pond to Europe and the UK this fall. In addition to the European & United Kingdom dates, the band will be performing at festivals across the U.S. this summer including Napa's BottleRock Festival and Milwaukee's Summerfest. Check out the complete list of tour dates now!

Disney General Entertainment Content's Writing Program Celebrates Nearly 33 Years
Disney General Entertainment Content's Writing Program Celebrates Nearly 33 Years
May 25, 2022

Disney General Entertainment Content’s (DGE) Writing Program celebrates 33 years as one of the entertainment industry’s best initiatives for identifying and championing unique voices. The program has served as a launching pad for many showrunners and producers today and is seen as one of the most successful television staff writer programs. 

Katy J Pearson Shares New Single & Video 'Alligator'
Katy J Pearson Shares New Single & Video 'Alligator'
May 25, 2022

The accompanying video, directed by Edie Lawrence, features an eclectic cameo list including Paul McGann (reprising a somewhat familiar character from Withnail & I) and Tom Gould (of the band Pottery). Plus, check out the complete list of upcoming tour dates!

Big Gigantic Releases Collab With Brooke Williams
Big Gigantic Releases Collab With Brooke Williams
May 25, 2022

Brighter Future 2 also includes such recently released singles as “Just the Same (With Vic Mensa & Mick Jenkins)', “Deja Vu (With KOTA The Friend),” Big Gigantic x GRiZ’s mesmerizing “Open Your Mind,” and “Keep On Rising (With Aloe Blacc),” the latter marking the duo’s first collaboration with GRAMMY® Award-nominated rapper Aloe Blacc in 10 years.

The Garden Share New Single 'Freight Yard' & Announce US Tour Dates
The Garden Share New Single 'Freight Yard' & Announce US Tour Dates
May 25, 2022

Comprised of twin brothers Wyatt Shears (Vocals, Bass/ Guitar ) and Fletcher Shears (Vocals / Drums ), Southern California band The Garden have shared their first single of 2022, the catchy “Freight Yard,” and announced a massive run of U.S. tour dates that includes festival appearances at Viva LA in Los Angeles & When We Were Young in Las Vegas.

VIDEO: PBS Shares First Look at KEEPING COMPANY WITH SONDHEIM Documentary
VIDEO: PBS Shares First Look at KEEPING COMPANY WITH SONDHEIM Documentary
May 25, 2022

Watch a trailer for the broadcast which takes an inside look at Tony-winning director Marianne Elliott's creative process of bringing the reimagined gender-swapped production to Broadway. The film features rehearsal and performance footage, plus new interviews with Elliott, Lenk, LuPone, Sondheim, members of the original 1970 cast, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and more.

Alanis Morissette to Be Inducted to the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame
Alanis Morissette to Be Inducted to the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame
May 25, 2022

Morissette, known for her no-holds-barred autobiographical songwriting, has led the way for a new crop of songwriters since the release of her “Jagged Little Pill” in 1995. Her nine studio albums and three live albums have sold over an astounding 60 million copies. Morissette will join fellow 2022 Inductees Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance.

Pop Artist Jordy Shares New Single 'Dry Spell'
Pop Artist Jordy Shares New Single 'Dry Spell'
May 25, 2022

Arriving just in time for Pride Month, the track is about the challenges of modern-day hookup culture, co-written with and produced by Brandon ‘B HAM’ Hamlin (Kim Petras, Saweetie) and Shae Jacobs (BTS, Gryffin). Directed by Queerty Award-winning filmmaker Assaad Yacoub (Trixie Mattel, Aja), the visual was filmed out in the California desert.

VIDEO: Idris Elba Stars in BEAST Film Trailer
VIDEO: Idris Elba Stars in BEAST Film Trailer
May 25, 2022

Idris Elba (Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, The Suicide Squad) stars in a pulse-pounding new thriller about a father and his two teenage daughters who find themselves hunted by a massive rogue lion intent on proving that the savannah has but one apex predator. 

BWW Exclusive: Adrienne Warren Sings With the HELPSTERS on Apple TV+
BWW Exclusive: Adrienne Warren Sings With the HELPSTERS on Apple TV+
May 25, 2022

Watch an exclusive first look at Adrienne Warren as Concert Consuela in the upcoming third season of Helpsters, featuring a performance with the show's 'Scatterdays' for their 'Concert on the Corner.' The new season will also feature James Monroe Iglehart, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Christian Borle, André De Shields, Krysta Rodriguez, and more.



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