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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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Beyoncé, Reba McEntire & More to Perform at the Oscars
Beyoncé, Reba McEntire & More to Perform at the Oscars
March 23, 2022

Beyoncé, Billie Eilish and FINNEAS, Reba McEntire and Sebastián Yatra will perform this year’s nominated songs on the 94th Oscars®, show producers Will Packer and Shayla Cowan announced. Van Morrison was invited to perform his nominated song but will not attend the Oscars due to his tour schedule.

VIDEO: Pamela Anderson Talks CHICAGO Debut on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
VIDEO: Pamela Anderson Talks CHICAGO Debut on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
March 23, 2022

Pamela Anderson appeared on Good Morning America this morning to discuss making her Broadway debut as Roxie in Chicago. Anderson reveals that her experience stepping into the role will be featured in her upcoming two-part documentary with Netflix. She also discusses taking on the iconic choreography, how she relates to the role, and more.

Ciara Joins THE COLOR PURPLE Film as Nettie
Ciara Joins THE COLOR PURPLE Film as Nettie
March 23, 2022

Ciara will appear in the film as the adult version of Nettie, sharing the role with Halle Bailey, who will portray the younger version of the character. Ciara is most known for her successful pop and R&B singing career, including hit songs like 'Level Up,' 1, 2, Step' and 'Get Up.'

Fatlip & Blu Share 'Street Life' Featuring MC Eiht
Fatlip & Blu Share 'Street Life' Featuring MC Eiht
March 22, 2022

With Knxwledge’s beat, this is the sound of two veterans combining their rap superpowers to create something that will last. It follows a pair of singles from earlier this year — the Madlib-produced, ode to golden age West Coast hip hop 'Gangsta Rap' and “Good For The Soul,” featuring Hemlock Ernst (Future Islands’ Samuel T. Herring) and Rass Kass.

The Bennett Matteo Band Announce Debut Album
The Bennett Matteo Band Announce Debut Album
March 22, 2022

Shake the Roots was produced by multi-Blues Music Award nominee Kid Andersen and Gino Matteo, with all songs written by Gino Matteo & Jade Bennett. The disc was recorded, mixed and mastered at Greaseland Studio in San Jose, California.

High Pulp Share 'Kamishinjo' Feat. Jacob Mann
High Pulp Share 'Kamishinjo' Feat. Jacob Mann
March 22, 2022

Seattle Jazz collective High Pulp are sharing “Kamishinjo” today, a new track featuring Jacob Mann on keyboards. Later this week High Pulp will begin a run of West coast tour dates that will reach Portland, Seattle, Phoenix, Los Angeles in more. Then in April the band will hit the road with Jared Mattson of the Mattson 2 for over month of shows.

Jonah Tolchin Shares New Single 'Black Hole'
Jonah Tolchin Shares New Single 'Black Hole'
March 22, 2022

Guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Jonah Tolchin today unveils “Black Hole,” the hypnotic opening track from his upcoming studio album, Lava Lamp. Co-produced with multi-instrumentalist/engineer Nic Coolidge, Lava Lamp was recorded with a three-piece that included Coolidge on bass and Tolchin’s friend and collaborator Kevin Clifford on drums.

Paula Abdul to Headline Palm Springs White Party
Paula Abdul to Headline Palm Springs White Party
March 22, 2022

White Party Global (WPG) announced that 2x Platinum-selling, American singer, dancer, choreographer and television personality, Paula Abdul will headline the White Party Palm Springs’ World-Famous T-Dance ‘Carnival’ theme event, taking place on Sunday, May 1 outdoors across from the Palm Springs Convention Center.

THE BREATH OF LIFE Added to Prime Video & Reel Women's Network This Month
THE BREATH OF LIFE Added to Prime Video & Reel Women's Network This Month
March 22, 2022

'The Breath of Life” an animation film written, produced and directed by Anna Gerasimova, is now streaming on the Reel Women’s Network platform. Arthur Herring is the film’s artist and animator, as well as co-producer. Along with Gerasimova and Herring, the voice actors include Noah Logan, Dimitry Rozental, Adam Behr, and Alexandra Green.

VIDEO: Beth Keeping Releases 'I'm not looking for a friend' Music Video
VIDEO: Beth Keeping Releases 'I'm not looking for a friend' Music Video
March 22, 2022

“I’m not looking for a friend” is the vibey new single exploring situationships and self-confidence. With influences from electro-pop producer Zedd shining through, the liberating track is flushed with airy, uplifting melodies and playful synths, creating a dance-worthy, sing-along anthem.

VIDEO: Lorde Releases 'Secrets from a Girl (Who's Seen it All)' Music Video
VIDEO: Lorde Releases 'Secrets from a Girl (Who's Seen it All)' Music Video
March 22, 2022

Lorde has released the music video for 'Secrets from a Girl (Who's Seen it All).' The new visual was directed by Joel Kefali and Ella Yelich-O’Connor. Lorde will soon embark on her Solar Power tour. The album also features hit tracks like 'Mood Ring,' 'Fallen Fruit,' and 'Stoned at the Nail Salon.'

Rachel Zegler Invited to Present at the Oscars
Rachel Zegler Invited to Present at the Oscars
March 22, 2022

Rachel Zegler has been invited to present at the Oscars. The 20-year-old is currently in London filming Disney's upcoming live-action remake of Snow White. Efforts are currently being made to rearrange the film's production schedule will be rearranged so Zegler can attend the ceremony. West Side Story is nominated for seven awards.

Netflix Announces GRACE & FRANKIE Season Seven Premiere
Netflix Announces GRACE & FRANKIE Season Seven Premiere
March 22, 2022

Grace and Frankie's final season will make history as Netflix's longest-running original series. A history-making 94 episodes later, Grace and Frankie continue to show themselves, their families, and their fans what it means to live life to the fullest. The final season is also set to include an appearance by their 9 to 5 co-star Dolly Parton.

Lewis OfMan Announces North American September Tour
Lewis OfMan Announces North American September Tour
March 22, 2022

Electropop music artist Lewis OfMan has unveiled details of a seven-date North American tour, taking place this September. Kicking off at Schubas in Chicago on September 13, the tour takes in a slew of esteemed music venues and festivals, including Brooklyn’s Music Hall of Williamsburg, Los Angeles, Montreal, and Las Vegas.

The SULLY BAND Debuts at #3 on Billboard's Blues Chart
The SULLY BAND Debuts at #3 on Billboard's Blues Chart
March 22, 2022

The album was curated and produced by multiple GRAMMY-Award winner Chris Goldsmith. With it, Robert “Sully” Sullivan and his bluesy, nine-piece beast of a band take us on a journey through the ups, downs, and all-arounds of love by way of 10 classic ‘60s and ‘70s soul, blues, and R&B tunes.

Taking Back Sunday Celebrates 20th Anniv. Of 'Tell All Your Friends' With Reissue
Taking Back Sunday Celebrates 20th Anniv. Of 'Tell All Your Friends' With Reissue
March 22, 2022

All formats of the new release offer newly remastered audio, while the vinyl, CD and digital editions feature four previously unreleased demos of “Mutual Head Club,” “Bike Scene,” “The Blue Channel,” and “Great Romances of the 20th Century”—the latter of which is available today across digital platforms.

HBO Max Renews Original Series AND JUST LIKE THAT… For Season Two
HBO Max Renews Original Series AND JUST LIKE THAT… For Season Two
March 22, 2022

The Max Original AND JUST LIKE THAT…, the new chapter of the groundbreaking HBO series “Sex and the City,” starred Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Davis, Sara Ramírez, Sarita Choudhury, Nicole Ari Parker, Karen Pittman, Chris Noth, Mario Cantone, David Eigenberg, Willie Garson, and Evan Handler.

Bartees Strange Covers the National for Sound of Saving's 'Song That Found Me at the Right Time' Series
Bartees Strange Covers the National for Sound of Saving's 'Song That Found Me at the Right Time' Series
March 22, 2022

Sounds of Saving created “Song That Found Me At The Right Time” to  help promote honest, intimate conversations about mental health. With each episode they team with a musical guest who identifies a song that changed their life. Today they share the latest featuring Bartees Strange who chose to discuss and cover The National’s “About Today.'

Mother Mother Announce Rescheduled 2022 UK & EU Tour Dates
Mother Mother Announce Rescheduled 2022 UK & EU Tour Dates
March 22, 2022

Mother Mother announce the rescheduled dates for The Inside Tour 2022. The twenty-date tour will now kick off on 15th November in Dublin with stops in Glasgow, London, Hamburg, Paris, Cologne, Milan, Barcelona, Madrid, Brussels, Munich, Amsterdam, Berlin, Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm before wrapping on 14th December in Helsinki.

Mckenna Grace to Star in Peacock's Upcoming True Crime Limited Drama Series A FRIEND OF THE FAMILY
Mckenna Grace to Star in Peacock's Upcoming True Crime Limited Drama Series A FRIEND OF THE FAMILY
March 22, 2022

Grace joins previously  announced  series stars  Anna Paquin (Flack, The Irishman,True Blood), Jake Lacy (The White Lotus, Being the Ricardos), Colin Hanks (The Offer, Impeachment: American Crime Story) and Lio Tipton (The Edge of Sleep, Why Women Kill). 



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