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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: 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.

Neighbor Lady Share New Single 'Feel It All The Time'
Neighbor Lady Share New Single 'Feel It All The Time'
May 10, 2022

Today the band has revealed a new single off the LP, “Feel It All The Time.” A hypnotic torch ballad, the song lulls the listener into an eerie dreamworld with a repeated broken chord played on piano while vocalist Emily Braden entreats the listener to “take it or leave it all.” Watch the visualizer for the new single now!

Ariana DeBose Joins Season Four of HBO's WESTWORLD
Ariana DeBose Joins Season Four of HBO's WESTWORLD
May 10, 2022

While details on DeBose's character are currently under wraps, she will appear in the new season in a recurring guest role. She joins returning cast members Evan Rachel Wood, Emmy winner Thandiwe Newton, Ed Harris, Jeffrey Wright, Tessa Thompson, Luke Hemsworth, Aaron Paul and Angela Sarafyan.

Rachel Bobbitt Releases New Single 'More'
Rachel Bobbitt Releases New Single 'More'
May 10, 2022

Nova Scotia-born and Toronto-based artist Rachel Bobbitt announces today that she has signed to Fantasy Records. Check out the new single, produced by Rachel Bobbitt and Justice Der, mixed by Grammy-nominated Jorge Elbrecht, and its stunning video.

Joy Oladokun Releases New Single 'Purple Haze'
Joy Oladokun Releases New Single 'Purple Haze'
May 10, 2022

Breakthrough artist Joy Oladokun’s new single, “Purple Haze,” is out today on Amigo Records/Verve Forecast/Republic Records. Joy is currently in the midst of her first nationwide headline tour. Upcoming stops include Pittsburgh’s Thunderbird Music Hall, Washington DC’s Union Stage, and more. Check out the full itinerary of tour dates now!

VIDEO: Brandon Coleman Shares Video for 'Be With Me'
VIDEO: Brandon Coleman Shares Video for 'Be With Me'
May 10, 2022

Brandon Coleman shares a brand new video, “Be With Me,” directed by Lauren Desberg and the latest from his upcoming album Interstellar Black Space via Brainfeeder. The album was announced with lead single “Blast Off” and will feature contributions from fellow jazz heavyweights Kamasi Washington, Ryan Porter, and more.

VIDEO: Naomi Alligator Shares Video for New Single 'Blue for You'
VIDEO: Naomi Alligator Shares Video for New Single 'Blue for You'
May 10, 2022

Naomi Alligator, the project of Los Angeles-based songwriter and multi-media artist Corrinne James, shares a self-directed video featuring original animations for her new single “Blue For You.' Naomi Alligator’s home-spun recordings serve as a platform for James’ lyrical narratives. Watch the new music video now!

P!nk, Lil Nas X & More to Headline Austin City Limits Music Festival
P!nk, Lil Nas X & More to Headline Austin City Limits Music Festival
May 10, 2022

Red Hot Chili Peppers, P!nk, The Chicks, Kacey Musgraves, SZA, Flume, Paramore, and Lil Nas X will headline the 2022 Austin City Limits Music Festival, along with performances from Phoenix (Weekend Two only), Diplo, ZHU, Lil Durk (Weekend One only), Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats, Billy Strings, Wallows, Jazmine Sullivan, and more.

VIDEO: Nite Jewel Releases New Video 'Before I Go'
VIDEO: Nite Jewel Releases New Video 'Before I Go'
May 10, 2022

Nite Jewel today shares a video for the song “Before I Go,” off of her critically acclaimed avant-electronic pop album No Sun. Filmed by Dicky Bahto, “Before I Go” music video captures the timeless self-possession of walking through a city alone in rich, black and white Super 8mm. Plus, check out tour dates!

Yellowknife's Digawolf To Release First Tlicho Language LP in 10 Years
Yellowknife's Digawolf To Release First Tlicho Language LP in 10 Years
May 10, 2022

Today Yellowknife’s Digawolf reveals details of his forthcoming album and shares the video of his  first single, “Segia Dahte”.  Meaning “friend, how are you”, all songs on the record are written in his Tlicho (Dogrib) language; the first time Digawolf has released an all Tlicho LP since his 2012 Naka De record.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs Launches New R&B Label 'Love Records'
Sean 'Diddy' Combs Launches New R&B Label 'Love Records'
May 10, 2022

Diddy’s Album is the first project under the LOVE RECORDS imprint set to be released this summer in partnership with Motown Records, uniting the three-time GRAMMY Award-winning executive with Motown for the first time in his decorated 30-year career. The new label will be dedicated to R & B music and will release singles and collaborative projects.

K-Pop Star AleXa Representing Oklahoma Wins NBC's AMERICAN SONG CONTEST
K-Pop Star AleXa Representing Oklahoma Wins NBC's AMERICAN SONG CONTEST
May 10, 2022

AleXa, a K-pop artist who represented her home state of Oklahoma, was crowned the winner of NBC’s “American Song Contest.” The winner was announced during last night's Grand Final as the top 10 artists took the stage one last time. Representing Oklahoma, AleXa’s original song “Wonderland” won America and the National Jury’s vote for best hit song.

VIDEO: Paige King Johnson Releases Lyric Video for Latest Single 'American Beauty'
VIDEO: Paige King Johnson Releases Lyric Video for Latest Single 'American Beauty'
May 10, 2022

The creative lyrics of not knowing exactly where life will take you but trusting that everything will work out if you stay true to who you are tie in perfectly with the visuals throughout the video. The lyric video for “American Beauty' is now streaming.

VIDEO: Jesse Williams & Jesse Tyler Ferguson Play the 'Broadway BFF Test' on WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE
VIDEO: Jesse Williams & Jesse Tyler Ferguson Play the 'Broadway BFF Test' on WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE
May 10, 2022

Watch Jesse Williams and Jesse Tyler Ferguson with Andy Cohen on Bravo's Watch What Happens Live last night to discuss their current Broadway run in Take Me Out, nude scenes and stars. The pair was also joined by Julian Cihi, Hiram Delgado, Eduardo Ramos, and Carl Lundstedt, their fellow cast members from the show who also served as bartenders.

Julia Jacklin Announces New Album 'PRE PLEASURE'
Julia Jacklin Announces New Album 'PRE PLEASURE'
May 10, 2022

The music video was filmed by my constant collaborator and friend Nick Mckk at Splitpoint lighthouse. “Lydia Wears A Cross” is the first single from the new album. The album is a masterclass in songwriting and cements Jacklin’s status as one of the most important songwriters of her time. Plus, check out tour dates!

CBS Renews THE FBIs For Two More Seasons
CBS Renews THE FBIs For Two More Seasons
May 9, 2022

The returning CBS Original series dominate their back-to-back Tuesday time slots: FBI is the #2 broadcast series, FBI: INTERNATIONAL is the #2 new drama and FBI: MOST WANTED is a top10 broadcast series. CBS is the #1 primetime network on FBI Tuesdays, winning all three time periods and delivering over 1.4 million more viewers than its competitor.

Near Beer (Henry Clay People) Share 'Yelling at a Dog' Single
Near Beer (Henry Clay People) Share 'Yelling at a Dog' Single
May 9, 2022

Los Angeles-based indie rock band Near Beer — Joey Siara (vocals, guitar), Brent Stranathan (drums), Jeremy Levy (bass, backup vocals) — have shared a brand new single entitled 'Yelling at a Dog.' It comes off their self-titled album. The band describes the album as a set of 'mini-anthems about insomnia, drinking, and human connection.'

Judah & the Lion Release New Single 'Scream!'
Judah & the Lion Release New Single 'Scream!'
May 9, 2022

The single comes on the heels of Judah & the Lion’s performance this past Sunday, May 1st at Nashville SC’s inaugural opener at GEODIS Park where the band played a short set that included the official club anthem “Never Give Up On You” – a song Judah & the Lion wrote for the club and has been a staple ever since.

A STRANGE LOOP Cast to Perform 'Inner White Girl' on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS This Week
A STRANGE LOOP Cast to Perform 'Inner White Girl' on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS This Week
May 9, 2022

The cast of A Strange Loop will appear on Late Night with Seth Meyers this Thursday, May 12, for a performance of 'Inner White Girl.' The show's Tony-nominated writer, Michael R. Jackson, is also set to appear on the episode.

VIDEO: Grace Cummings Shares 'Heaven' Live Video
VIDEO: Grace Cummings Shares 'Heaven' Live Video
May 9, 2022

First she’ll play across the UK and Europe with Viagra Boys, before she arrives stateside for her first-ever U.S. tour. She’ll support Ezra Furman here, as well as make her NYC debut with a headline show at the Sultan Room on June 3rd. After that, she’ll play some European shows with King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard.



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