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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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Judah & the Lion Announce Fall US Headline Tour Ahead of New Album
Judah & the Lion Announce Fall US Headline Tour Ahead of New Album
April 19, 2022

The tour will be the band’s first since the pandemic and will follow their performance at this year’s Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival where they’re confirmed to play on June 18th alongside Tool, Flume, 21 Savage, Tobe Nwigwe, Mt. Joy, 100 Gecs and more. Check out the full list of tour dates now!

VIDEO: Jack White Shares 'What's The Trick' Music Video
VIDEO: Jack White Shares 'What's The Trick' Music Video
April 19, 2022

White has also premiered the official music video for “What’s The Trick?” today on Facebook. The video is directed by Jason Lester (Wallows, Rostam, Animal Collective) and features some notable Nashville faces and places, including Regina McCrary (of the McCrary Sisters), singer-songwriter Adia Victoria, and singer-songwriter-actress Lola Kirke.

Prateek Kuhad Debuts New Single 'Favorite Peeps'
Prateek Kuhad Debuts New Single 'Favorite Peeps'
April 19, 2022

Recorded at Seattle’s secluded Bear Creek Studio with Ryan Hadlock (The Lumineers, Vance Joy), the album features 11 brand-new tracks about human love, friendship, and connectivity. The Way That Lovers Do is available for preorder now via Elektra Records. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

VIDEO: The Blinders Release 'Fight for It' Video & Announce Live Shows
VIDEO: The Blinders Release 'Fight for It' Video & Announce Live Shows
April 20, 2022

The ‘Fight For It’ video captures the incendiary live performances of The Blinders, filmed on their recent tour with The Cribs and at their sold out headline show at The Social, London last month. The song has proved a fan favourite live and has also been going down a storm at radio with huge support at BBC 6Music. Plus, check out new tour dates.

BWW Exclusive: Debbie Allen Guest Stars on THE PROUD FAMILY: LOUDER & PROUDER
BWW Exclusive: Debbie Allen Guest Stars on THE PROUD FAMILY: LOUDER & PROUDER
April 19, 2022

Debbie Allen will guest star on a new episode of The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder. BroadwayWorld is sharing an exclusive clip from the new episode, featuring Allen as Myrtle, an ostrich-riding cowgirl who raps about the barbecue food she will serve to the Proud Family. Watch the exclusive clip now!

Clinton Fearon Drops New Single & Announces Album
Clinton Fearon Drops New Single & Announces Album
April 19, 2022

Always in the company his backing band, Riddim Source is composed of Xavier 'Kubix' Bègue on guitar, Julien 'Manjul' Souletie on backing vocals and percussion, Simon 'Saymon' Coutant on drums, Thomas 'Mato' Cirade on bass, and Muctaru Wurie on keyboards. Clinton Fearon accompanies the release of the single 'Trod On' with a live session.

Death Bells Announce New Album 'Between Here & Everywhere'
Death Bells Announce New Album 'Between Here & Everywhere'
April 19, 2022

The LP captures the cross-section of Southern California’s shadowy hidden interzones, outside of the lights and luxury. The group teased this new full-length with the pre-release of “Intruder” and 'Passerby' singles — now, they’ve unveiled another new track from the album, “Lifespring.”

VIDEO: Peacock Releases ANGELYNE Trailer Starring Emmy Rossum
VIDEO: Peacock Releases ANGELYNE Trailer Starring Emmy Rossum
April 19, 2022

Peacock has released the official trailer for Angeline, the new limited series based on the LA icon, starring Emmy Rossum in the title role. The series also stars Martin Freeman, Alex Karpovsky, Hamish Linklater, Charlie Rowe, Lukas Gage, Michael Angarano, Molly Ephraim, Philip Ettinger, Antjuan Tobias, Tonatiuh and David Krumholtz. 

Audible Announces THE BIG LIE Starring Jon Hamm, Kate Mara, Bradley Whitford & More
Audible Announces THE BIG LIE Starring Jon Hamm, Kate Mara, Bradley Whitford & More
April 19, 2022

Created by Executive Producer John Mankiewicz (House of Cards), from a story by Salt producer Paul Jarrico, co-written by Jamie Napoli, directed by Aaron Lipstadt (Bosch, Elementary, Medium), The Big Lie also stars Kate Mara, Ana de la Reguera, John Slattery, Bradley Whitford, Lisa Edelstein, Giancarlo Esposito, David Strathairn, and more.

VIDEO: Zola Jesus Shares Video For New Single 'Desire'
VIDEO: Zola Jesus Shares Video For New Single 'Desire'
April 19, 2022

Zola Jesus releases a new song, “Desire,” the second single from Arkhon, her first album in five years. The single comes with a new video directed by A. F. Cortes. A minimal yet sweeping track, “Desire” features only Danilova and her piano. Watch the music video for the new single now!

Rainbow Kitten Surprise Unveil North American & European Tour Dates
Rainbow Kitten Surprise Unveil North American & European Tour Dates
April 19, 2022

Genre-defying, live sensations Rainbow Kitten Surprise have unveiled touring plans for Fall/Winter 2022. The newly announced dates, comprised of both North American and European legs, kick off September 2nd at RBC Echo Beach in Toronto, Ontario, with stops in New York City, Chicago, London, Paris, and more.

VIDEO: Netflix Releases MELTDOWN: THREE MILE ISLAND Series Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Releases MELTDOWN: THREE MILE ISLAND Series Trailer
April 19, 2022

From the producers of Erin Brockovich and AOscar-nominee director Kief Davidson (The Ivory Game) comes a four-part documentary series that tells the story of ordinary people having the courage to do extraordinary things. Meltdown includes reenactments, archival footage, home video, and interviews on the worst nuclear incident in U.S. history. 

Man With a Mission Announce New Album 'Break and Cross the Walls II'
Man With a Mission Announce New Album 'Break and Cross the Walls II'
April 19, 2022

The artwork & track-listing for the new album Break and Cross the Walls II has been released. It is the companion work to Break and Cross the Walls I, released last November, whose cover showed five wolves playing chess; the dominant shades – black and white – representing the conflicts occurring all over the world at this time.

VIDEO: Mondo Cozmo (Josh Ostrander) Shares New Video For 'WW3'
VIDEO: Mondo Cozmo (Josh Ostrander) Shares New Video For 'WW3'
April 19, 2022

The video was directed by Aria Pullman and was filmed on the beaches of Colares, Portugal this spring. The song was written during the pandemic, long before the current struggle in Ukraine, though he felt a need to change some of the track’s original lyrics and leaned on a hero and friend for advice – Bruce Springsteen. Plus, check out tour dates.

Janie Fricke Announces New Tour Dates
Janie Fricke Announces New Tour Dates
April 19, 2022

Janie Fricke began singing in church and later turned that talent into a career that began as one of the marketing industry's most successful jingle singers. Long before her success as a country artist, millions of people became familiar with Fricke’s voice through ads for United Airlines, Coca-Cola, 7-Up, McDonald's, and Red Lobster.

VIDEO: Yves Jarvis Shares Video For New Track 'At The Whims'
VIDEO: Yves Jarvis Shares Video For New Track 'At The Whims'
April 19, 2022

With influences ranging from the David Bowie, Yes and Captain Beefheart to CSNY, Fleetwood Mac and Harry Nilsson, Yves Jarvis continues to expand his sound on ‘The Zug.' Today he has shared the track “At The Whims” alongside a new video for the song that features Jarvis exuberantly dancing and singing to the track in the high desert.

Hot Chip Announce New Album 'Freakout/Release'
Hot Chip Announce New Album 'Freakout/Release'
April 19, 2022

Britain’s most loved electro-romantics, Hot Chip, have confirmed the news of the eighth album Freakout/Release. The five piece – comprised of Owen Clarke, Al Doyle, Joe Goddard, Felix Martin (not pictured) and Alexis Taylor – also share the first cut from the record, the album’s vibrant and expansive opening track, the phenomenal ear-worm “Down.”

VIDEO: MUNA Performs Single 'Anything But Me' on ELLEN
VIDEO: MUNA Performs Single 'Anything But Me' on ELLEN
April 19, 2022

Los Angeles-based trio MUNA - comprised of Katie Gavin (she/they), Naomi McPherson (they/them), and Josette Maskin (she/they) stopped by The Ellen Degeneres Show to perform their new single “Anything But Me.” Watch the new performance now!

Duran Duran Announce Warm-up Shows at 02 Academy Leicester
Duran Duran Announce Warm-up Shows at 02 Academy Leicester
April 19, 2022

Duran Duran have announced two British warm-up shows at the 02 Academy Leicester for May 21st and 22nd. The performances will lead into a series of huge headline dates across the UK and Europe for summer 2022 and offer fans a rare chance to see the stadium-filling icons of British music in an intimate setting.

Netflix Renews BIG MOUTH & Spin-Off HUMAN RESOURCES For New Seasons
Netflix Renews BIG MOUTH & Spin-Off HUMAN RESOURCES For New Seasons
April 19, 2022

Big Mouth has been renewed through season 7 and Season 6 will premiere later this year. Human Resources, the critically acclaimed spin-off that premiered earlier this year, is being renewed for a second season with all series regulars returning. The series feature Nick Kroll, Maya Rudolph, and more.



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