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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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Sacred Music Star Snatam Kaur Releases New Album 'NIRANKAAR'
Sacred Music Star Snatam Kaur Releases New Album 'NIRANKAAR'
May 13, 2022

Nirankaar, which means “Formless God,” expresses how the divine often manifests in ways that can't easily be perceived or understood. The album is a collaboration with producer Ram Dass on piano and vocals, Grecco Buratto on guitar and vocals, and Sukhmani on tabla, percussion, and vocals. Plus, check out upcoming international tour dates!

Azriel & BPG to Release New Single 'Inside Me'
Azriel & BPG to Release New Single 'Inside Me'
May 13, 2022

Azriel’s musical introduction Sounds of an Angel was an ode to the beauty of growing out of a broken place. Through her own mental health journey, she has utilized musical therapy to rediscover her true self and talent. Now, with her upcoming song ‘Inside Me’ the 24 year old artist is reawakening her sexy.

Kerry Washington to Star in Disney's Onyx Collective's New Comedy Series UNPRISONED
Kerry Washington to Star in Disney's Onyx Collective's New Comedy Series UNPRISONED
May 13, 2022

Onyx Collective announced today that it has picked up “Unprisoned” as its first scripted comedy series. From creator Tracy McMillan. The eight-episode series is produced by ABC Signature and will be streamed exclusively on Hulu in the U.S., Star+ in Latin America and Disney+ in all other territories.

Australian Alt-Pop Artist CHYMES Shares New EP 'Karma'
Australian Alt-Pop Artist CHYMES Shares New EP 'Karma'
May 13, 2022

The four-song EP features two unreleased tracks and the recent single “Black Hole Friend” which landed on the SALT playlist, The Local List, and on New Music Friday Australia & New Zealand. It also features the latest single “Gasoline” which racked up over 800K TikTok views and was playlisted by Fresh Finds.

Benny Benassi & Anabel Englund Release Collaborative Single 'Lightwaves'
Benny Benassi & Anabel Englund Release Collaborative Single 'Lightwaves'
May 13, 2022

Anabel Englund and GRAMMY-award winning producer & DJ Benny Benassi have joined forces to release their first collaborative single “Lightwaves.” Out now via dance music label Ultra Records, “Lightwaves” merges Englund’s pop lyric sensibility with Benassi’s synth play and beat mastery for a track that catches the crossfire of their talents. 

Stephanie Beatriz Set to Star in New Peacock Comedy Series TWISTER METAL
Stephanie Beatriz Set to Star in New Peacock Comedy Series TWISTER METAL
May 13, 2022

Peacock announced today that Stephanie Beatriz (Encanto, Brooklyn Nine-Nine) will star in the new action-comedy series TWISTED METAL, a live-action adaptation of the global video game phenomenon. Kitao Sakurai (The Eric Andre Show, Bad Trip) will executive produce and direct multiple episodes of the series. 

Savannah Rae Releases Latest Single 'Little Soldier'
Savannah Rae Releases Latest Single 'Little Soldier'
May 13, 2022

Written by Karyn Rochelle, whose credits include Trisha Yearwood, Lorrie Morgan, Pam Tillis, Kellie Pickler, and more, with production by the acclaimed Jeff Huskins, the song touches on every emotion imaginable. Savannah delivers a powerful ballad with her voice and only continues to soar in her career. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates.

VIDEO: Emmy Rossum Discusses Her Meeting With the Real ANGELYNE
VIDEO: Emmy Rossum Discusses Her Meeting With the Real ANGELYNE
May 13, 2022

In Peacock's new series Angleyne, Emmy Rossum transforms into the mysterious Los Angeles icon that she has been trying to figure out since she was 13 years old. BroadwayWorld caught up with Rossum about what went down during her one-on-one meeting with Angelyne herself, how she prepared to play her, and how Angelyne is the 'original influencer.'

Michael Canitrot Delivers New Single 'Samothrace'
Michael Canitrot Delivers New Single 'Samothrace'
May 13, 2022

French electronic producer Michael Canitrot celebrated the Paris debut of his pioneering Monumental Tour at the one of the most iconic monuments in Paris – the Palais Royal – last night. During the extraordinary gig, Canitrot premiered his latest single ‘Samothrace’ – available today on all streaming platforms via Wagram International.  

Steven C Releases New Album 'Classic Rock Piano: Volume 1 - California'
Steven C Releases New Album 'Classic Rock Piano: Volume 1 - California'
May 13, 2022

Pianist, composer, and recording artist Steven C Anderson (Steven C) brings together a monumental reimagining of the soundtrack of his youth with the release of his latest album collection, 'Classic Rock Piano'. 'Classic Rock Piano: Volume 1 - California' is the first of 4 volumes that spans 4 decades.

VIDEO: AMC+ Releases MOONHAVEN Suspense Thriller Series Trailer From Peter Ocko
VIDEO: AMC+ Releases MOONHAVEN Suspense Thriller Series Trailer From Peter Ocko
May 13, 2022

The series features an acclaimed ensemble cast including Emma McDonald (Queens of Mystery), Dominic Monaghan (Lost) Amara Karan (Doctor Who), Ayelet Zurer (Losing Alice), Joe Manganiello (True Blood), Kadeem Hardison (Black Monday), and Yazzmin Newell (The Last Tree).

DATURA4 Shares New 'Going Back to Hoonsville' Single
DATURA4 Shares New 'Going Back to Hoonsville' Single
May 13, 2022

Having already released four acclaimed albums on AliveNatural Records Demon Blues (2015), Hairy Mountain (2016), Blessed is the Boogie (2019) and West Coast Highway Cosmic (2020), Neanderthal Jam sees them building upon and going beyond on another diverse collection of songs. 

Ariana Grande Putting New Music on Hold While Filming WICKED Movies
Ariana Grande Putting New Music on Hold While Filming WICKED Movies
May 13, 2022

During a Q&A for her beauty brand, R.E.M. Beauty, Grande shared that she has not started working on a new album due to devoting her time to filming The Voice and preparing for her Wicked audition. Now, as production on the films begin this summer, Grande will be focusing completely on playing Glinda.

VIDEO: Netflix Shares TREES OF PEACE Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Shares TREES OF PEACE Trailer
May 13, 2022

The film follows four women from different backgrounds forge an unbreakable sisterhood while trapped and in hiding during the genocide in Rwanda. Inspired by true events. The cast features Eliane Umuhire, Charmaine Bingwa, Ella Cannon, Bola Koleosho, and Tongayi Chirisa.

VIDEO: Julianne Hough Performs Some of Her POTUS Rap on LIVE! With Kelly & Ryan
VIDEO: Julianne Hough Performs Some of Her POTUS Rap on LIVE! With Kelly & Ryan
May 13, 2022

Julianne Hough appeared on LIVE! With Kelly & Ryan this morning to discuss her current Broadway run in POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive. During the interview, Hough discussed the rap that she performs in the play, giving a sneak peek at what audiences can expect.

Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum Releases 'Ketamine (The Remix EP)'
Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum Releases 'Ketamine (The Remix EP)'
May 13, 2022

Other contributions come from the band’s longtime mixer, Brandon Bost (HAIM, Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga), Finnish electronic duo Pihka Is My Name and Brooklyn’s Lauren Flax; each re-imagining the haunting track to make it their own. The song that started it all, “Ketamine,” was the first release from the band’s debut self-titled EP.

VIDEO: Camila Cabello & Maria Becerra Share 'Hasta Los Dientes' Music Video
VIDEO: Camila Cabello & Maria Becerra Share 'Hasta Los Dientes' Music Video
May 13, 2022

The album was originally released alongside a new music video for 'Psychofreak' featuring WILLOW. The album also features collaborations with Ed Sheeran and Youtel. Cabello released the album's lead single, 'Don't Go Yet', in July. 'Oh Na Na' was released in October. Watch the 'Hasta Los Dientes' music video now!

Ne-Yo Releases New Single 'Don't Love Me'
Ne-Yo Releases New Single 'Don't Love Me'
May 13, 2022

Three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning R&B hitmaker, iconic songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist NE-YO returns with a new single and music video entitled “Don’t Love Me” via Motown Records. On the track, acoustic guitar threads around a throwback-style beat. The song arrives on the heels of the fan favorite “Stay Down” [feat. Yung Bleu].

Beth // James Release New Single 'Share It Out'
Beth // James Release New Single 'Share It Out'
May 13, 2022

Austin’s Beth // James let loose on their third single “Shake It Out” out today. Infusing some pop into their Americana sound, the song and video give nostalgic 70s vibes both sonically and visually with part of the video shot in an Airstream trailer.

Triptides Share New 'Fate' Single From Their Forthcoming LP
Triptides Share New 'Fate' Single From Their Forthcoming LP
May 13, 2022

Led by guitarist, keyboardist and singer Glenn Brigman, with drummer Brendan Peleo-Lazar and bassist/guitarist Stephen Burns, the trio is continually discovering their sound through a complex map of familiar influences and bold choices in tonality, structure and texture.



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