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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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Loren Beri Shares First-Ever Single 'My Brooklyn (Is Better Than Yours'
Loren Beri Shares First-Ever Single 'My Brooklyn (Is Better Than Yours'
February 23, 2022

Loren Berí has shared his first-ever single, “My Brooklyn (Is Better Than Yours),” where Beri's longtime, idealistic idea of New York City meets the real experience of living there. Along with the release of the single comes the announcement of Loren Berí's debut EP, Stray Cat Kingdom, a five-track collection written and recorded by Berí.

Telltale Announces New EP 'Lie Your Way Out'
Telltale Announces New EP 'Lie Your Way Out'
February 23, 2022

Rock band Telltale has today announced their new EP Lie Your Way Out. The EP features recent singles “COBAIN,” “Slowburn,” and “Out Of Control!” as well as newly released title track “Lie Your Way Out.” Listen to the new singles and pre-order the new EP now!

VIDEO: Netflix Debuts THE ANDY WARHOL DIARIES Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Debuts THE ANDY WARHOL DIARIES Trailer
February 23, 2022

From executive producer Ryan Murphy and director Andrew Rossi, this series truly reveals much about the very complex man through his own words — often in his own voice through the use of cutting-edge AI techniques— and those who worked, created, and played alongside him from the subversive to the mainstream, from John Waters to Rob Lowe.

slenderbodies Announce 'simple shapes' Album
slenderbodies Announce 'simple shapes' Album
February 23, 2022

Today, the duo released double singles, “tiger balm (magenta)” and “i can’t make up my mind.' The 16-track, progressive and punchy, dream-pop album includes plenty of lush percussive guitars, synth and fun grooves in the drums. Listen to both of the new singles now!

Nate Bergman Announces 'Metaphysical Change' Album
Nate Bergman Announces 'Metaphysical Change' Album
February 23, 2022

On the album, collaborator Tyler Bryant rips the solo of the year on “Highway Friend.” Brit Turner from Blackberry Smoke makes “Living on the Line'' move and shake, paired up with Rykman’s bass. And Lucero/Chuck Reagan collaborator, Todd Beane, brings a handle of whiskey to soak the slide guitars on “Ode to Manchester.”

VIDEO: Kaitlin Butts Debuts Acoustic Performance Video for 'Blood'
VIDEO: Kaitlin Butts Debuts Acoustic Performance Video for 'Blood'
February 23, 2022

Singer, songwriter and musician Kaitlin Butts is debuting a new acoustic performance video for her song “blood” today. Filmed by Fernando Garcia, the video also features special guest Kurt Ozan (Luke Combs, Michael Ray) on Dobro. Co-written with Angaleena Presley, “blood” is the first song unveiled from Butts’ new album, What Else Can She Do.

State Champs Announce New Album 'Kings Of The New Age'
State Champs Announce New Album 'Kings Of The New Age'
February 23, 2022

State Champs are welcoming in their new era with a bang and have announced their brand new 4th studio album, Kings Of The New Age. The album includes previously released singles “Outta My Head” and “Just Sound” alongside nine never-before-heard tracks featuring guest vocalists Ben Barlow, Chrissy Costanza, Mitchell Tenpenny, and Four Year Strong.

Bad Luck. Announces Co-Headline Tour with Dollars Signs
Bad Luck. Announces Co-Headline Tour with Dollars Signs
February 23, 2022

Rock band Bad Luck. is thrilled to announce their upcoming co-headline tour with Dollar Signs, featuring support from Taking Meds. The tour will kick off on April 20th in Cleveland, with stops to follow in Denver, Portland, San Francisco, Dallas, Orlando, Pittsburgh, Brooklyn, and more. It also marks the band’s first full US headline tour.

GAYLE Announces 'a study of the human experience volume one'
GAYLE Announces 'a study of the human experience volume one'
February 23, 2022

a study of the human experience volume one sees GAYLE continuing to reveal a larger-than-life personality and willingness to expose her insecurities and desires through her unfiltered yet nuanced brand of songwriting. The EP will include the 17-year-old, Nashville-based artist’s RIAA Gold certified worldwide #1 breakthrough hit, “abcdefu.'

Shilpa Ray Announces New Album 'Portrait Of A Lady'
Shilpa Ray Announces New Album 'Portrait Of A Lady'
February 23, 2022

Featuring singles like “Heteronormative Horseshit Blues” and the hard-charging “Bootlickers of the Patriarchy,” the album draws from a stylistic palette of synths, electronic beats, and hard rock guitars, inspired by artists like Ministry, Billy Idol, Pat Benetar, and the glittery, jagged but still pop guitars of Los Angeles hair metal. 

CMAT Shares New Single 'Every Bottle Is My Boyfriend'
CMAT Shares New Single 'Every Bottle Is My Boyfriend'
February 23, 2022

CMAT has shared new single 'Every Bottle Is My Boyfriend,' taken from her debut album If My Wife New I'd Be Dead, which is available for pre-order now. 'Every Bottle Is My Boyfriend' finds CMAT in typically candid form on this hook-laden nugget that pulls on the heartstrings and screams 'future karaoke classic.' Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Global Blockbuster FREE GUY Now Streaming on Disney+
Global Blockbuster FREE GUY Now Streaming on Disney+
February 23, 2022

The epic adventure-comedy stars Ryan Reynolds Jodie Comer, Joe Keery, Lil Rel Howery, Utkarsh Ambudkar and Taika Waititi. “Free Guy” recently received Oscar® and BAFTA nominations for best achievement in visual effects, and was the recipient of the People’s Choice Award for the comedy movie of 2021.

Gang of Youths Share Their New Track 'Spirit Boy' Ahead of New Album
Gang of Youths Share Their New Track 'Spirit Boy' Ahead of New Album
February 23, 2022

New single “spirit boy” features Shane McLean, a musician specializing in Taonga Pūoro (the traditional instrumentation and music culture of the Māori people) and contributes spoken word. The album features songs like “the angel of 8th ave.,” “unison,” and “the man himself.' Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Kenny Leon, Issa Rae & More Winners of 53rd NAACP Image Awards
Kenny Leon, Issa Rae & More Winners of 53rd NAACP Image Awards
February 23, 2022

Last night, the NAACP celebrated the second night of the 53rd NAACP Image Awards announcing the next round of winners in the non-televised award categories, which featured categories short form series, directing and writing across film and television, as well as the esteemed Activist of the Year Award, which was presented to Scot X. Esdaile.

Dolly Parton & James Patterson Partner with Spotify for 'Run, Rose, Run' Bookcast
Dolly Parton & James Patterson Partner with Spotify for 'Run, Rose, Run' Bookcast
February 23, 2022

Spotify announced a new audio experience that blends audio storytelling with music and sound for an immersive listening experience - the Run, Rose, Run Bookcast. In partnership with Dolly Parton and James Patterson, Run, Rose, Run, will combine excerpts of their co-authored novel with its soundtrack written, produced, and recorded by Parton.

VIDEO: Patti LaBelle Performs NPR Tiny Desk (At Home) Concert
VIDEO: Patti LaBelle Performs NPR Tiny Desk (At Home) Concert
February 23, 2022

This morning, Patti Labelle's Tiny Desk (At Home) Concert was released. The concert features performances of LaBelle's hit singles 'Love, Need and Want You,' 'Dilemma,' 'If Only You Knew,' 'Lady Marmalade.' Watch the new performances now!

Coldplay Release Spotify Singles Recording
Coldplay Release Spotify Singles Recording
February 23, 2022

Coldplay have today released their first Spotify Singles recording. Side A of the two-track release is an intimate and stripped-down acoustic version of the band’s current single Let Somebody Go with Selena Gomez (who also features on the new recording). Side B is the band’s upbeat, synthy cover of Kid Cudi’s iconic 2008 hit Day ‘N’ Nite.

Backstreet Boys Announce Four Shows at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace to Kick off DNA World Tour
Backstreet Boys Announce Four Shows at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace to Kick off DNA World Tour
February 23, 2022

The Backstreet Boys, one of the best-selling bands of all time, are returning to the Las Vegas Strip this April with four shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. The four performances, to be held April 8, 9, 15 and 16, will serve as the official kick off for their DNA World Tour 2022. Check out more information on tickets now!

BTS to Continue Their World Tour With 'BTS Permission to Dance on Stage - Las Vegas' in April
BTS to Continue Their World Tour With 'BTS Permission to Dance on Stage - Las Vegas' in April
February 23, 2022

‘BTS PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE - LAS VEGAS' will take place at Allegiant Stadium in front of a live audience. Additionally, the in-person live broadcast event “LIVE PLAY in LAS VEGAS” will be held at MGM Grand Garden Arena on all four days. The concert will also be streamed online on the last day of the tour on April 16.

H.E.R. Announces 2022 Leg Of 'Back Of My Mind' Tour
H.E.R. Announces 2022 Leg Of 'Back Of My Mind' Tour
February 23, 2022

Grammy and Academy Award-winning singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist H.E.R. announced a new leg of her wildly successful 2021 BACK OF MY MIND tour. She will also add acting to her resume when she joins the all-star cast of “The Color Purple” musical film adaptation as ‘Squeak.’ Check out the full list of tour dates now!



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