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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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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!

Michael Chiklis to Star in Premiere Episode of FOX's New Crime Anthology Series ACCUSED
Michael Chiklis to Star in Premiere Episode of FOX's New Crime Anthology Series ACCUSED
February 22, 2022

Emmy and Golden Globe winner Michael Chiklis (“The Shield”) is set to star in the premiere episode of FOX’s highly anticipated, straight-to-series crime anthology drama, ACCUSED, executive-produced by Howard Gordon (“24,” “Homeland”), Alex Gansa (“24,” “Homeland”) and David Shore (“The Good Doctor,” “House”).

Tiana Kocher Drops New R&B Single 'Back It Up' From Upcoming Album
Tiana Kocher Drops New R&B Single 'Back It Up' From Upcoming Album
February 22, 2022

“Back It Up” was recorded at Westlake Studios in West Hollywood, CA and produced by Laney Stewart, Mastered by Mike Tucci, Mixed by Trehy Harris and Engineer Blake Mares. Tiana wrote the song with Alex Jacke and Merges. Listen to the new single now!

Paramount+ to Premiere WASTELAND Four-Part Documentary Series
Paramount+ to Premiere WASTELAND Four-Part Documentary Series
February 22, 2022

CBS News correspondent and executive producer Adam Yamaguchi explores the unusual and unimaginable challenges that Americans living in parts of the country must overcome to preserve their health and property from the encroachment of waste in their water and homes. Watch the trailer for the new series now!

Carly Cosgrove Release New Single 'The Great Doheny'
Carly Cosgrove Release New Single 'The Great Doheny'
February 22, 2022

Produced by Joe Reinhart (Hop Along, Joyce Manor) at Headroom Studios, this album has been two years in the making and holds songs that are peppy and sincere, hyper and bombastic while maintaining a high degree of technical and structural complexity. Listen to the new single now!

VIDEO: The Auxiliary Releases 'Overture' Music Video
VIDEO: The Auxiliary Releases 'Overture' Music Video
February 22, 2022

The music of The Auxiliary is grounded in personal experience, but remains vague enough to apply to any number of situations. For instance, while drawn from a specific moment in the songwriter’s life, The Auxiliary’s debut single 'Overture' more broadly probes the dual nature of prescience. Watch the new music video now!

IAMX Announces 'Machinate' Tour Dates
IAMX Announces 'Machinate' Tour Dates
February 22, 2022

IAMX has revealed their first live tour dates since 2020’s Echo Echo world tour and its subsequent cancellation due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The 2022 Machinate Tour showcases Chris Corner performing on a modular synthesizer setup in celebration of his 2021 album Machinate. Check out the full list of tour dates now!

VIDEO: Alt-J Performs 'U&Me' On THE LATE SHOW
VIDEO: Alt-J Performs 'U&Me' On THE LATE SHOW
February 22, 2022

The late night appearance comes in anticipation of the band’s tour that begins this Friday, February 25th. The two-month U.S. and Canada tour will also feature Portugal. The Man. Check out more information on tickets and the complete list of tour dates now!

VIDEO: Hamish Anderson Drops Official Video for 'Everything Starts Again'
VIDEO: Hamish Anderson Drops Official Video for 'Everything Starts Again'
February 22, 2022

On the heels of his latest single “Everything Starts Again,” Australian sing and songwriter Hamish Anderson dropped the official video with two global media partners – Parade Magazine in the U.S. and Rolling Stone (AU). Hamish delves into indie pop/rock beats with a nod towards influences of Badfinger, The Pretenders and Pete Townshend.






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