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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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Blake Rose Unveils Brand-New Track 'Confidence'
Blake Rose Unveils Brand-New Track 'Confidence'
March 2, 2022

Blake Rose returns with a brand-new track, “Confidence,” out today via AWAL Recordings. 'Confidence' was written by Blake and follows the release of his debut EP, ‘A World Gone By’ last year. Next up on the live front, Blake Rose is confirmed to support singer-songwriter Ashe this Spring on her North American tour. Listen to the new single now!

XYZ Films Acquires North American Rights to MAN'S SON Starring Frank Grillo
XYZ Films Acquires North American Rights to MAN'S SON Starring Frank Grillo
March 2, 2022

XYZ Films has acquired all North American rights to the horror/thriller MAN’S SON, starring Frank Grillo and directed by his son, Remy Grillo. The film was written by Josh Plasse and Brev Moss. Dare Angel will produce in partnership with Mi Nene.

Groundation Releases New Single 'Human Race'
Groundation Releases New Single 'Human Race'
March 2, 2022

Last month, the groundbreaking band, led by vocalist/guitarist Harrison Stafford, unveiled their first single from the upcoming album, 'Original Riddim,' featuring guest vocals from the legendary roots harmony groups ISRAEL VIBRATION and THE ABYSSINIANS. Today, Groundation presents “Human Race,” the second release from ONE ROCK.

Evan Rachel Wood to Play Madonna in Roku's Weird Al Yankovic Biopic
Evan Rachel Wood to Play Madonna in Roku's Weird Al Yankovic Biopic
March 2, 2022

Wood will join the previously announced Daniel Radcliffe in the new film, which will be titled Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, with a screenplay penned by Eric Appel and Yankovic. Funny or Die will produce the film in partnership with Tango. Get a first look at Wood in costume as Madonna now!

The HISTORY Channel Greenlights FIVE FAMILIES Nonfiction Series
The HISTORY Channel Greenlights FIVE FAMILIES Nonfiction Series
March 2, 2022

The eight part, one-hour series is based on Selwyn Raab’s New York Times best-selling book Five Families: The Rise, Decline and Resurgence of America’s Most Powerful Mafia Empires. The story follows the dramatic rise and fall of the New York’s mafia’s five families - Genovese, Gambino, Bonnano, Colombo and Lucchese.

THE MAN WHO SHOT LIBERTY VALANCE Sets 4K Ultra HD Release
THE MAN WHO SHOT LIBERTY VALANCE Sets 4K Ultra HD Release
March 2, 2022

Starring James Stewart and John Wayne (together for the first time), alongside Vera Miles, Lee Marvin, John Carradine and Lee Van Cleef, THE MAN WHO SHOT LIBERTY VALANCE tells the engrossing story of a senator (Stewart), his old friend (Wayne), and a despicable outlaw called Liberty Valance (Marvin). 

VIDEO: Paramount Plus Shares ICARLY Season Two Trailer & Release Date
VIDEO: Paramount Plus Shares ICARLY Season Two Trailer & Release Date
March 2, 2022

The 10-episode second season picks up right after the first season ended, with Carly refocusing her attention on her friends and family following her romantic complications, all while working to boost her revived web channel. The series stars Miranda Cosgrove, Jerry Trainor, Nathan Kress, Laci Mosley, and Jaidyn Triplett.

VIDEO: I Speak Machine Releases New Single 'War'
VIDEO: I Speak Machine Releases New Single 'War'
March 2, 2022

Following the release of “The Metal of My Hell,” WAR’s powerful and industrial-tinged lead single, “WAR” is a song that was written in 2017 during a dark moment in this country’s history. The choruses also referenced my internal war with addiction and always feeling at odds with oneself. Watch the music video for “WAR,” directed by Maf Lewis!

VIDEO: Sebastián Yatra Performs 'Dos Oruguitas' from ENCANTO in New Music Video
VIDEO: Sebastián Yatra Performs 'Dos Oruguitas' from ENCANTO in New Music Video
March 2, 2022

Disney has released a new performance music video of Sebastián Yatra singing 'Dos Oruguitas' from Encanto. The track, written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, was recently nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song. The Encanto soundtrack is currently #1 on the Billboard albums chart. The album includes the #1 single, 'We Don't Talk About Bruno.'

VIDEO: Peacock Shares BUST DOWN Series Teaser Trailer
VIDEO: Peacock Shares BUST DOWN Series Teaser Trailer
March 2, 2022

Bust Down stars Jak Knight, Langston Kerman, Sam Jay and Chris Redd as four casino employees living dead-end lives with dead-end jobs in middle America, and the massive mess they manage to make out of it. Watch the new teaser trailer now!

Ogi to Join Snoh Aalegra on 'Ugh, These Temporary Highs Tour'
Ogi to Join Snoh Aalegra on 'Ugh, These Temporary Highs Tour'
March 2, 2022

The upcoming dates follow last month’s release of Ogi’s acclaimed debut single, “I Got It,” which was featured on Zane Lowe’s Apple Music World First Show. Produced by GRAMMY® Award-winner No I.D. (Jay-Z, Rihanna, Kanye West), the track is accompanied by an official music video.

Robin De Jesús Joins Hulu's Chippendales Origin Series IMMIGRANT
Robin De Jesús Joins Hulu's Chippendales Origin Series IMMIGRANT
March 2, 2022

Robin de Jesús will join the previously announced Andrew Rannells, Annaleigh Ashford, Kumail Nanjiani, Dan Stevens, and Murray Bartlett in the new series from Robert Siegel, who created Hulu's recent Pam & Tommy limited series.

Pierce Brosnan To Host New HISTORY Channel Nonfiction Series
Pierce Brosnan To Host New HISTORY Channel Nonfiction Series
March 2, 2022

Hosted by Pierce Brosnan, the eight-episode series from Big Fish Entertainment and Anchor Entertainment delves into the deep layers behind each brazen heist, how they were executed and the way their legacies live on today. Through cinematic recreations and VFX, “History’s Greatest Heists with Pierce Brosnan” tells the stories behind iconic capers.

FOX Renews NEXT LEVEL CHEF for Season Two
FOX Renews NEXT LEVEL CHEF for Season Two
March 2, 2022

With a level playing field, Ramsay once again will open the competition and scour the country for the very best line cooks, home chefs, social media stars, food truck owners and everything in between, so they all can compete against one another with the goal of finding the food world’s newest superstar.

The HISTORY Channel Greenlights Documentary Event SITTING BULL
The HISTORY Channel Greenlights Documentary Event SITTING BULL
March 2, 2022

The HISTORY Channel greenlights the four-part documentary event, “Sitting Bull,” from Appian Way Productions’ Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Davisson and Stephen David Entertainment, a Banijay Group Company that traces the incredible life of the legendary Hunkpapa Lakota chief.

Disney Junior To Present First-Ever Disney Junior Fun Fest at Disney California Adventure Park
Disney Junior To Present First-Ever Disney Junior Fun Fest at Disney California Adventure Park
March 2, 2022

Held at Disney California Adventure park in Anaheim, California, the one-day event will include sneak peeks at upcoming Disney Junior series, special announcements, surprise appearances, a 'Doc McStuffins' stage show highlighting 10 years of the beloved series, and an 'Alice's Wonderland Bakery Unbirthday Party,' cupcake decorating course.

VIDEO: Pixies Release 'Human Crime' Music Video
VIDEO: Pixies Release 'Human Crime' Music Video
March 2, 2022

Directed by Pixies’ Paz Lenchantin and filmed in the Los Angeles area at the San Pedro abandoned bunkers and Santa Monica's Gold Diggers Bar, the “Human Crime” music video gives the viewer a glimpse into a nether world of fairies, situated just around that next corner, parallel to our dimension, rarely seen. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

VIDEO: Liam Gallagher Shares New Video for 'Everything's Electric'
VIDEO: Liam Gallagher Shares New Video for 'Everything's Electric'
March 2, 2022

The video was directed by Liam’s regular visual collaborator Charlie Lightening. The duo’s previous work together includes the “As It Was” documentary as well as the videos for “Once” (featuring Eric Cantona) and “Chinatown.” Watch the new music video now!

Emeli Sandé Shares New Track 'Oxygen' From New Album 'Let's Say for Instance'
Emeli Sandé Shares New Track 'Oxygen' From New Album 'Let's Say for Instance'
March 2, 2022

Internationally-renowned British singer-songwriter Emeli Sandé has shared her new track ‘Oxygen’, available to stream and download now via Chrysalis Records. The track, produced by F A L L E N (SAINt JHN, Doja Cat, Summer Walker) showcases a more vulnerable side of the songwriter as a tender ode to a loved one.

Irreverent Rockers Ex Norwegian To Release 13th Album 'Spook Du Jour'
Irreverent Rockers Ex Norwegian To Release 13th Album 'Spook Du Jour'
March 2, 2022

“Spook Du Jour” is indeed another win for their catalog with plenty of choice cuts - from the driving glam-meets-Krautrock of “For Your Conveniences” to the Bolan-esque charmer “Ciancia.” On an early 90’s alt-rock mixtape, “Teen Bakery” wouldn’t be out of place.



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