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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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Disney+ to Expand DESCENDANTS Franchise With THE POCKETWATCH
Disney+ to Expand DESCENDANTS Franchise With THE POCKETWATCH
May 10, 2022

The expansive new story introduces 'Red,' the whip-smart and rebellious teenage daughter of the Queen of Hearts ('Alice in Wonderland') and 'Chloe,' the perfectionist and athletic daughter of Cinderella and Prince Charming ('Cinderella'). Jennifer Phang ('Advantageous,' 'Half-Life,' 'Foundation,' 'The Flight Attendant') is set to direct.

Headshrinkers Announce New Single 'The Sea Has No Friends'
Headshrinkers Announce New Single 'The Sea Has No Friends'
May 10, 2022

HEADSHRINKERS will release their debut EP: ‘Doorway Conversations’. Leading the charge, The Black Country-based newcomers are releasing the new single: “The Sea Has No Friends”; a stately slice of poetic rock that arrives in tandem with the EP. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Charissa Gilmore Promoted to Senior Vice President of  Corporate Communications at Disney General Entertainment
Charissa Gilmore Promoted to Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications at Disney General Entertainment
May 10, 2022

A Disney veteran of more than 30 years, Gilmore is responsible for external and internal corporate communications strategies and execution across business operations that support the organization’s portfolio of content brands including 20th Television, ABC Entertainment, ABC News, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu and more.

'Golden Girls' Pop-Up and Set Recreation Coming to RuPaul's DragCon LA This Weekend
'Golden Girls' Pop-Up and Set Recreation Coming to RuPaul's DragCon LA This Weekend
May 10, 2022

In addition to these once-in-a-lifetime photo opps, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” royalty Pandora Boxx (RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 2, All Stars S6), Tempest DuJour (RuPaul’s Drag Race S7), Mrs. Kasha Davis (RuPaul’s Drag Race S7), and Kennedy Davenport (RuPaul’s Drag Race S7, All Stars S3) will be mingling with fans as the cast of “The Golden Girls.'

VIDEO: Matt B Releases New Video 'Losing You'
VIDEO: Matt B Releases New Video 'Losing You'
May 10, 2022

Directed by PhillyFlyBoy (The Game, T.I., Kevin Gates, Jacob Latimore), the video for “Losing You” transports viewers to a vast desert as Matt B searches for his love, but finds himself surrounded by a mirage of what once was. A re-release of his 2018 single produced by songwriter/producer Bryan-Michael Cox (Usher, Mariah Carey, Mary J Blige).

VIDEO: Theo Kandel Releases Pop-Punk 'STARSIGN' Music Video
VIDEO: Theo Kandel Releases Pop-Punk 'STARSIGN' Music Video
May 10, 2022

Now, he’s leaned into those “Scorpio skies” Phoebe Bridgers was talking about, bringing “STARSIGN” to life in this circa 2000s pop-punk music video, out today. The original “STARSIGN” demo went viral on TikTok attracting over 230k+ views, with the final track being produced by Ben “Beep” Pleasant, Theo Kandel, and Justin Johnson (Priscilla Block).

ID Announces TWO SHALLOW GRAVES Documentary-Series
ID Announces TWO SHALLOW GRAVES Documentary-Series
May 10, 2022

WO SHALLOW GRAVES provides an enthralling look into Charles “Chase” Merritt's explosive murder trial via unparalleled access to both the defense and prosecution teams, shedding new light on the controversial case. The episodes will also be available on stream on discovery+. Watch the new trailer for the series now!

SPICE Release 'Bad Fade' Single From 'Viv' Album
SPICE Release 'Bad Fade' Single From 'Viv' Album
May 10, 2022

Viv — the second LP by California rock n roll unit SPICE— expands their palette of damaged anthems and addiction poetics with a more bristling, visceral sound, distilled from years in the trenches of bands, break-ups, and breakdowns.  

Ethel Cain to Release Debut LP 'Preacher's Daughter'
Ethel Cain to Release Debut LP 'Preacher's Daughter'
May 10, 2022

Today, Cain also announces new West Coast Dates on the Freezer Bride Tour, with tickets on-sale this Friday at 10AM local time. In the lead up to Preacher’s Daughter, Cain shared the singles “Gibson Girl,” “Strangers,” and “American Teenager.” Check out the complete list of tour dates now!

New Hope Club Announces First Leg of Their 2022 'Getting Better' World Tour
New Hope Club Announces First Leg of Their 2022 'Getting Better' World Tour
May 10, 2022

British pop sensations NEW HOPE CLUB are launching a global tour that begins with an acoustic European run that starts May 29th in Manchester, then goes full electric for the U.S. leg, which begins July 12th in Philadelphia. Additional European dates plus Southeast Asia and Latin American dates to be announced.

VIDEO: Peacock Debuts SINS OF THE AMISH Docu-Series Trailer
VIDEO: Peacock Debuts SINS OF THE AMISH Docu-Series Trailer
May 10, 2022

Peacock has debuted the new trailer for the upcoming crime docu-series, Sins of the Amish. A documentary in two parts, Sins of the Amish offers first-hand accounts from a group of courageous women seeking justice for the violent crimes experienced while living as members of the Amish and Mennonite communities.

Eyedress Shares New Song 'House of Cards'
Eyedress Shares New Song 'House of Cards'
May 10, 2022

Filipino producer and singer Eyedress, born Idris Vicuña, recently signed to Lex Records following the release of his debut album in 2017. In 2020, his album Let’s Skip to the Wedding featured viral hit single “Jealous” which has been used in over 1 million TikTok videos—peaking at #10 on TikTok’s Top Alternative Rock Tracks of 2021.

Disney Announces BUNK'D Season Six Premiere
Disney Announces BUNK'D Season Six Premiere
May 10, 2022

A spinoff of the Disney Channel fan-favorite comedy 'Jessie' (2011-2015), 'BUNK'D' revolves around the hilarious adventures of the campers and counselors at Maine's rustic Camp Kikiwaka. Series regulars Miranda May (Lou), Trevor Tordjman (Parker), Mallory James Mahoney (Destiny) and Israel Johnson (Noah) will return for the new installment.

The HISTORY Channel Announces New Documentary BLACK PATRIOTS: BUFFALO SOLDIERS
The HISTORY Channel Announces New Documentary BLACK PATRIOTS: BUFFALO SOLDIERS
May 10, 2022

Narrated by Golden Globe nominee and award-winning actor Blair Underwood, the documentary tells the incredible, yet largely unknown, story of the Nation’s first, all-Black peacetime regiments who fought relentlessly to expand America’s presence in the West and defend the United States on foreign soil.

VIDEO: Cave In Share 'Reckoning' Music Video
VIDEO: Cave In Share 'Reckoning' Music Video
May 10, 2022

Boston legends Cave In make a highly anticipated return with their Relapse Records debut, Heavy Pendulum, their first full studio record in over a decade. Today, Cave In share the newest single “Reckoning” with an accompanying band performance video. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Indie-Pop Band HUNNY Announce New EP & Drop Lead Single
Indie-Pop Band HUNNY Announce New EP & Drop Lead Single
May 10, 2022

As a follow up to their 2019 debut album, YES. YES. YES. YES, the EP’s 4 tracks span across indie/pop-punk sounds with influences of 80’s and 90’s alternative rock. Today they share the first taste of the project with a nostalgic music video for closing track, “Speed Dial.”

VIDEO: Netflix Shares HUSTLE Trailer Starring Adam Sandler
VIDEO: Netflix Shares HUSTLE Trailer Starring Adam Sandler
May 10, 2022

HUSTLE, an inspirational drama, co-stars Ben Foster, Kenny Smith, Anthony Edwards, and Tobias Harris, is directed by Jeremiah Zagar and is produced by Sandler, Allen Covert, Joe Roth, Jeffrey Kirschenbaum, Zack Roth, LeBron James and Maverick Carter.

Polyphia Return With New Single 'Playing God'
Polyphia Return With New Single 'Playing God'
May 10, 2022

The track was produced by guitarists Tim Henson & Scott LePage, alongside JUDGE (Migos & Marshmello, blackbear, Young Thug), and features additional production by the band’s longtime collaborator Y2K (Doja Cat, Remi Wolf, Tove Lo), and Johan Lenox (Kanye, FINNEAS). Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Joel Jerome Shares New Single 'Everybody Come On'
Joel Jerome Shares New Single 'Everybody Come On'
May 10, 2022

Today, he shares the melodic final teaser single and album closer “Everybody Come On” accentuated by lush violin. Nodding to the Latin artists of his parents’ generation, the folk-pop collection pays homage to the music of his childhood, with additional sonic references spanning Guided by Voices, Angel Olsen and Fleet Foxes.

VIDEO: Disney+ Debuts Trailer for RISE Film
VIDEO: Disney+ Debuts Trailer for RISE Film
May 10, 2022

“Rise” is based on the triumphant real-life story about the remarkable family that gave the world the first trio of brothers to become NBA champions in the history of the league – Giannis and Thanasis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Laker Kostas Antetokounmpo, and their younger brother Alex.






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