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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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Brandi Carlile & Sheryl Crow Join Lucius on 'Dance Around It'
Brandi Carlile & Sheryl Crow Join Lucius on 'Dance Around It'
March 16, 2022

Acclaimed indie pop band Lucius’ new song, “Dance Around It,” featuring special guests Brandi Carlile and Sheryl Crow, is debuting today—watch the official music video now! “Dance Around It” is the latest song unveiled from Lucius’ anticipated new album, Second Nature. Plus, check out tour dates with Brandi Carlile!

Netflix Announces New KUNG FU PANDA: THE DRAGON KNIGHT Series
Netflix Announces New KUNG FU PANDA: THE DRAGON KNIGHT Series
March 16, 2022

Jack Black returns to KUNG FU PANDA in the new series KUNG FU PANDA: THE DRAGON KNIGHT. When a mysterious pair of weasels set their sights on a collection of four powerful weapons, Po must leave his home to embark on a globe-trotting quest for redemption and justice that finds him partnered up with a no-nonsense knight named Wandering Blade.

Grant-Lee Phillips Shares 'Remember This' from 'All That You Can Dream' Album
Grant-Lee Phillips Shares 'Remember This' from 'All That You Can Dream' Album
March 16, 2022

Critically acclaimed Nashville-based singer/songwriter Grant-Lee Phillips shares “Remember This,” the second single from his forthcoming 11th studio album, All That You Can Dream. Listen to the new single now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates.

The Blssm Announces Headline Shows in NY & LA
The Blssm Announces Headline Shows in NY & LA
March 16, 2022

Genre-bending artist, songwriter, and fashion tastemaker THE BLSSM today announced two special headline shows in New York and Los Angeles in May. The musician (they/them) will hit Baby’s All Right in Brooklyn, NY on Monday, May 9 and the Moroccan Lounge in Los Angeles, CA on Monday, May 16.

VIDEO: Yumi Zouma Shares Final Installment of Video Trilogy 'Astral Projection'
VIDEO: Yumi Zouma Shares Final Installment of Video Trilogy 'Astral Projection'
March 16, 2022

The track is joined by the third and final installment in a remarkable trilogy of official music videos directed by filmmaker Alex Ross Perry (Pavement, Soccer Mommy, Vivian Girls, Sleigh Bells), premiering today via YouTube; the full trilogy also includes “In The Eyes Of Our Love” and “Where The Light Used To Lay”.

Hand Model (Featuring Members of Wreck & Reference) Announce 'Game Changers'
Hand Model (Featuring Members of Wreck & Reference) Announce 'Game Changers'
March 16, 2022

On Hand Model’s new EP Game Changers, Frege has teamed up with Gloved Hands, one of the many aliases of Morgan Fox, who has released music across the spectrum of genres from punk to ambient on labels such as Ghost Ramp and Kompakt. The group has also dropped their new music video, 'Toxic Flower.'

Ryuichi Sakamoto & Shinichi Osawa Drop New Version of 'In This World'
Ryuichi Sakamoto & Shinichi Osawa Drop New Version of 'In This World'
March 16, 2022

On new release ‘IN THIS WORLD feat. Ryuichi Sakamoto (Piano Mix)’ released today (March 16, 2022), Osawa presents a new version of his collaboration with Ryuichi Sakamoto, a member of the legendary Japanese electronic music band YELLOW MAGIC ORCHESTRA (YMO) and an Academy Award and Grammy Award winning artist.

Songwriter Holland Belle Announces Debut Solo Album 'Bird Song'
Songwriter Holland Belle Announces Debut Solo Album 'Bird Song'
March 16, 2022

Upstate New York-based folk artist Holland Belle is excited to announce the pending release of her debut solo album, Bird Song. Recorded at Basement Floods Records analog recording studio in Catskill, NY and produced by Dante Bardo, Bird Song is an album about building faith in something greater.

Bill Bruford 'Making A Song and Dance: A Complete Career Collection' 6CD Box Set Now Available For Pre-order
Bill Bruford 'Making A Song and Dance: A Complete Career Collection' 6CD Box Set Now Available For Pre-order
March 16, 2022

The 6CD Box Set Making A Song and Dance: A Complete Career Collection includes tracks from YES, King Crimson, Bruford, Bill Bruford’s Earthworks, his work with iconic global guitarists Al Di Meola, Steve Howe and Kazumi Watanabe and collaborations with keyboardists Patrick Moraz and Michiel Borstlap and many others.

The Black Seeds Drop New Single 'It's So Real'
The Black Seeds Drop New Single 'It's So Real'
March 16, 2022

The unstoppable New Zealand eight-piece The Black Seeds, tease the upcoming release of their upcoming seventh album ‘Love & Fire with another cracking single – the funk-filled ‘It’s So Real’, accompanied by an epic video of superhero proportions. The track was released alongside a new music video.

Marquee TV Arts on Demand Launches on Amazon Prime Video
Marquee TV Arts on Demand Launches on Amazon Prime Video
March 16, 2022

Launched in 2018 and dubbed “Netflix for the Arts,” Marquee TV is already the world’s leading performing arts streaming service and the only streamer to offer premium, multi-genre content from the world’s leading companies, including Royal Shakespeare Company, Teatro alla Scala, the London Symphony Orchestra, New York City Ballet and more.

Rowan Release New Single 'Honesty'
Rowan Release New Single 'Honesty'
March 16, 2022

Ahead of St. Patrick's Day, rising Irish trio Rowan release their second single today, 'Honesty.' The song is the follow-up track from the visceral 'Irish To My Bones' and the endearing 'Youth & Youthhood' which have received support from the likes of Steve Lamacq & Lauren Laverne at 6 Music.

Julia Bhatt Shares 'Cotton Candy' From Debut Album 'It Is What It Is'
Julia Bhatt Shares 'Cotton Candy' From Debut Album 'It Is What It Is'
March 16, 2022

The first official single off Julia Bhatt's debut album, the indie pop 'Cotton Candy,' is out today and Bhatt says the track is “a love song of sorts, not necessarily about someone, but more of a feeling that can come from someone. It’s about feeling safe being on the edge and comfortable in foreign places... kind of like a rollercoaster.'

Gabby Windey & Rachel Recchia to Star in THE BACHELORETTE Season 19
Gabby Windey & Rachel Recchia to Star in THE BACHELORETTE Season 19
March 16, 2022

After unwaveringly supporting each other through a devastating dual breakup in the season 26 finale of “The Bachelor,” fan favorites and fierce women Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia will stand by each other’s side yet again as they set out on a journey to find love. The two will co-star on the upcoming season 19 of “The Bachelorette.'

Simple Plan Announces New Album 'Harder Than It Looks'
Simple Plan Announces New Album 'Harder Than It Looks'
March 16, 2022

Earlier this week, multi-million selling and streaming rock band Simple Plan announced their highly anticipated new album Harder Than It Looks. They also shared a brand new single called “Congratulations”.Harder Than It Looks marks the band’s first release since 2016’s Taking One For The Team. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

VIDEO: Mike Myers Stars in Netflix's THE PENTAVERATE Trailer
VIDEO: Mike Myers Stars in Netflix's THE PENTAVERATE Trailer
March 16, 2022

Netflix has released a first look at Mike Myers' new series, The Pentaverate. The film stars Mike Myers, Ken Jeong, Keegan-Michael Key, Debi Mazar, Richard McCabe, Jennifer Saunders, and Lydia West. The familiar voice you hear is Jeremy Irons, who serves as the narrator of the series. Watch the new trailer now!

Tim & The Glory Boys Announce 'Home-Town Hoedown Tour' Dates
Tim & The Glory Boys Announce 'Home-Town Hoedown Tour' Dates
March 15, 2022

Tim Neufeld, Colin Trask (dobro/percussionist), and Brenton Thorvaldson (banjo/guitar) are born entertainers who call their anthems 'bluegrass-meets-gospel-meets-Canadiana'. The band is currently putting the finishing touches on their new full-length album which will be released by Sony Music Entertainment Canada, their debut album for the label.

CBS to Honor Whitney Houston in New One-Hour Special WHITNEY, A LOOK BACK
CBS to Honor Whitney Houston in New One-Hour Special WHITNEY, A LOOK BACK
March 15, 2022

The one-hour special will include lost performances and rare moments with Whitney, as well as new interviews with those who knew her best, including Dionne Warwick, Clive Davis, CeCe Winans, Monica, and Kelly Price. In addition, Whitney, A Look Back will explore new details about the days leading up to and following Whitney’s death.

Don McCloskey Announces New Album 'The Chaos and The Beauty'
Don McCloskey Announces New Album 'The Chaos and The Beauty'
March 15, 2022

Produced by Devin Greenwood (Broken Orchestra, Sufjan Stevens) at his Brooklyn studio The Honey Jar, the album features nine originals, one re-imagination of a classic and a palette inspired by the music of the songwriter’s youth including Peter Gabriel’s So and Paul Simon’s Graceland. Plus, Don will be performing the album at a special concert!

Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros, Mickey Hart, Zakir Hussain & Planet Drum Playing Frost Amphitheater
Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros, Mickey Hart, Zakir Hussain & Planet Drum Playing Frost Amphitheater
March 15, 2022

Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros, consisting of Weir, Don Was, Jay Lane and Jeff Chimenti featuring The Wolfpack, a string and brass quintet, along with Barry Sless on pedal steel, are currently on a spring tour which started at The Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN and will end with two nights at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.



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