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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: 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.

Jack Harlow Announces 'Come Home The Kids Miss You' Tour Dates
Jack Harlow Announces 'Come Home The Kids Miss You' Tour Dates
May 9, 2022

3X GRAMMY nominated rapper Jack Harlow will hit the road for the “Come Home The Kids Miss You Tour,” presented by Live Nation. Kicking off on September 6th, the headlining, nationwide trek will run through the Fall with stops in Nashville, Los Angeles, Miami, San Diego and more. The tour will see support from hip-hop duo, City Girls.

Ed Sheeran, Becky G & More Announced for Billboard Music Awards
Ed Sheeran, Becky G & More Announced for Billboard Music Awards
May 9, 2022

These artists round out an already star-studded lineup of previously announced performers including Burna Boy, Florence + The Machine, Latto, Maxwell, Megan Thee Stallion, Morgan Wallen, Rauw Alejandro, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Silk Sonic. The show will also honor this year’s Icon Award recipient Mary J. Blige.

Mountain Time (Chris Simpson of Mineral, The Gloria Record) Returns With New Song 'Meet The Kid'
Mountain Time (Chris Simpson of Mineral, The Gloria Record) Returns With New Song 'Meet The Kid'
May 9, 2022

The scene opens under a Big Top and proceeds through a vast cornucopia of dioramas (from the crush of middle school hallways, to the Christmas markets of Old Berlin; past angel choirs, Siren Songs of soul-stealing thieves and peril at sea) all in search of an elusive Golden Child, who isn’t paralyzed with fear or uncertainty at the weight of it all

JOHNNY VS AMBER Documentary Now Streaming on discovery+
JOHNNY VS AMBER Documentary Now Streaming on discovery+
May 9, 2022

This two-part documentary takes a deep dive into the original trial from two polarized perspectives. Featuring interviews with legal experts on all sides of the proceedings, as well as family, friends, and associates of both Depp and Heard.

The Rumjacks & Flatfoot 56 Unite on New Split EP
The Rumjacks & Flatfoot 56 Unite on New Split EP
May 9, 2022

Multinational Celtic Punks The Rumjacks have released a new split EP with Chicago's Flatfoot 56. The EP is the follow-up to the acclaimed 5-piece's recent EP 'Brass For Gold,' and their 2021 LP 'Hestia.' The Rumjacks (recently on tour with Dropkick Murphys) are currently on their own headline tour and will be joined by Flatfoot 56 on select dates.

Outfest Screenwriting Lab Grows Partnership with Netflix to Support LGBTQIA+ Voice
Outfest Screenwriting Lab Grows Partnership with Netflix to Support LGBTQIA+ Voice
May 9, 2022

Outfest taps some of their most accomplished alumnus and industry leaders as mentors, including showrunners Jaclyn Moore (Dear White People, Queer as Folk), Alvaro Rodriguez (Seis Manos, American Rust), Micah Schraft (Mrs. America), Mikko Alanne (The Long Road Home), alongside writers Eduardo Cisneros, Chuck Hayward, MW Wilson.






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