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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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Haunted Summer Release Daniel Johnston Cover for Valetine's Day
Haunted Summer Release Daniel Johnston Cover for Valetine's Day
February 14, 2022

Perfectly timed for a February 14 release, Haunted Summer return with a dreamy, yet moody cover of 'You Put My Love Out the Door,' a heartbreaking Daniel Johnston pop ballad that poetically captures the gut-punch feeling that follows a bewildering case of rejection and unrequited love on a cold Valentine's Day. Listen to the new cover now!

S.A.M. Releases New Album 'Choke Artist'
S.A.M. Releases New Album 'Choke Artist'
February 14, 2022

Nashville & Memphis, TN based S.A.M are grabbing the brass ring of stardom with the release of new album “Choke Artist”.  The 8-song album launched with the track Way Out” featuring red hot Southern Rapper Jelly Roll on guest vocals. Listen to the new album now!

Cityfox LIVE 2022 Reveals Full Lineup With Fideles, Perel, Victor Ruiz & More
Cityfox LIVE 2022 Reveals Full Lineup With Fideles, Perel, Victor Ruiz & More
February 14, 2022

The event will boast exclusive live sets from some of the most coveted names in house and techno across three stages and an ambient live lounge, The Great Hall, the King’s Hall, and the recently unveiled The Tent, at Brooklyn’s renowned event locale. Phase two talent includes venerated producers Baalti, Budakid, Fideles, Perel, and Victor Ruiz.

VIDEO: CARRiNGTON MacDUFFiE Releases 'You, Baby' Music Video
VIDEO: CARRiNGTON MacDUFFiE Releases 'You, Baby' Music Video
February 14, 2022

Indie singer-songwriter CARRiNGTON MacDUFFiE gives in to love with the release of the new music video for “You, Baby,” The catchy tune’s video sets the scene of a passionately loving romance that's perfect for Valentine’s Day. The music video for “You, Baby” was premiered by “Talk of Alabama” on ABC Birmingham. Watch the new music video now!

VIDEO: TBS Debuts RAT IN THE KITCHEN Season One Trailer
VIDEO: TBS Debuts RAT IN THE KITCHEN Season One Trailer
February 14, 2022

“Rat in the Kitchen,” hosted by Natasha Leggero and Chef Ludo Lefebvre, is more than a traditional cooking show, it’s a game of high stakes cat and mouse where viewers get to play detective. In each episode of this comedic cooking whodunnit, a mix of professional chefs and passionate home cooks compete in a series of creative cooking challenges.

Silk Sonic Releases 'Love's Train' Cover
Silk Sonic Releases 'Love's Train' Cover
February 14, 2022

In honor of Valentine's Day, Silk Sonic has released a cover of one of their favorite songs, “Love’s Train,” by the band Con Funk Shun. In 2021, the group went #1 with “Leave The Door Open”. Other popular singles include 'Smokin Out The Window” and 'Skate'. Listen to the new cover now!

HBO Renews THE GILDED AGE For A Second Season
HBO Renews THE GILDED AGE For A Second Season
February 14, 2022

The nine-episode drama series stars an extensive list of Broadway names, including Carrie Coon, Denée Benton, Cynthia Nixon, Christine Baranski, Michael Cerveris, Claybourne Elder, Linda Emond, Katie Finneran, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Nathan Lane, Audra McDonald, Debra Monk, Donna Murphy, Kristine Nielsen, Kelli O’Hara, and more.

Amy Schumer, Wanda Sykes & Regina Hall to Host the Oscars
Amy Schumer, Wanda Sykes & Regina Hall to Host the Oscars
February 14, 2022

Amy Schumer, Wanda Sykes, and Regina Hall have been announced as the hosts of the 94th Oscars. The news will be officially announced on Good Morning America tomorrow, February 15. Nominees include Ariana DeBose, Andrew Garfield, West Side Story, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Encanto, Cyrano, Judi Dench, and more.

Nicky Jam, Becky G & More Join Motherland Festival
Nicky Jam, Becky G & More Join Motherland Festival
February 14, 2022

Intent on featuring acts who represent the history of the genre, this specific lineup reveals some of the scene’s biggest names along with its most exciting new artists. From Nicky Jam, to new favorites like Nio Garcia, international acts like Becky G and Blessd toclassics like Tego Calderon... The Motherland Festival will have it all. 

Tiffany Woys Announces EP 'All About Love'
Tiffany Woys Announces EP 'All About Love'
February 14, 2022

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Tiffany Woys is announcing her brand-new EP All About Love. The new release will feature current single “About Love,” as well as her newly released powerful version of LeAnn Rimes’ “Probably Wouldn’t Be This Way,” a vocalist she names as one of her top influences. 

VIDEO: Peter Dinklage & Kelvin Harrison Jr. Sing 'Someone to Say' in CYRANO Lyric Video
VIDEO: Peter Dinklage & Kelvin Harrison Jr. Sing 'Someone to Say' in CYRANO Lyric Video
February 14, 2022

Cyrano is based on the stage musical adapted and directed by Erica Schmidt, from “Cyrano de Bergerac” by Edmond Rostand, with music by Aaron & Bryce Dessner and lyrics by Matt Berninger & Carin Besser. Watch Peter Dinklage and Kelvin Harrison Jr. perform 'Someone to Say' in the new lyric video.

Kat Edmonson Announces 2022 Tour Dates
Kat Edmonson Announces 2022 Tour Dates
February 14, 2022

Critically acclaimed jazz vocalist and songwriter Kat Edmonson confirms she’ll be hitting the road this spring, with stops in a selected number of U.S. cities including Pittsburgh, Charlotte and more. The shows will be intimate nights of originals and classics drawn from all of Edmonson's previous albums.

​Celebrated Songwriter ​Frank Turner Releases Acclaimed New Album 'FTHC'
​Celebrated Songwriter ​Frank Turner Releases Acclaimed New Album 'FTHC'
February 14, 2022

FTHC was recorded at ARC (Abbey Recording Studios) just outside of Oxford and produced/mixed by Rich Costey (Foo Fighters, Muse, Biffy Clyro). The album opens with “Non Serviam,” a two-minute blast of vitriolic hardcore that reflects the record’s title—a genre he again attacks on “My Bad.” Listen to the new album now!

TikTok Dance Sensation Mikaila Murphy Releases Debut Single
TikTok Dance Sensation Mikaila Murphy Releases Debut Single
February 14, 2022

What Goes Around Comes Around, is a bold feminine anthem of love, heartbreak and redemption, with a smooth R&B sound fused with electronic beats. The semi-autobiographical track was co-written with Murphy and veteran songwriter Cassidi, and produced with rhythmic beats and flawless melodies.

VIDEO: Watch the Cast of TALL GIRL 2 Perform BYE, BYE BIRDIE
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of TALL GIRL 2 Perform BYE, BYE BIRDIE
February 14, 2022

In a new clip from Tall Girl 2, Jodi, played by Ava Michelle, stars as Kim McAfee in her school's production of Bye, Bye Birdie. Watch Michelle and the cast of the film perform 'One Boy' and 'A Lot of Livin' to Do' in the new clip from the film now! The film also stars Sabrina Carpenter, Angela Kinsey, Steve Zahn, and more.

VIDEO: Saweetie & H.E.R. Drop 'Closer' Music Video
VIDEO: Saweetie & H.E.R. Drop 'Closer' Music Video
February 14, 2022

“ICY GRL” Saweetie, debuts the next phase of her Icy Season with the release of her newest video, “Closer.” The video features the acclaimed hip-hop artist as she travels across the globe and is accompanied by GRAMMY® award-winning singer, H.E.R. The international duo make their way to Paris, the Philippines, and Tokyo. 

Chubby & the Gang Share 'Labour Of Love' EP
Chubby & the Gang Share 'Labour Of Love' EP
February 14, 2022

West London 5-piece Chubby and the Gang have shared a new EP entitled ‘Labour of Love,’ featuring three brand new songs, as well as a music video for lead single 'Who Loves Ya (Coup d'état)'. The music video was filmed and edited by the band’s tour manager, Ted Foster. Watch the new music video now!

VIDEO: First Look at TBS' CHAD Second Season
VIDEO: First Look at TBS' CHAD Second Season
February 14, 2022

TBS has released a teaser of the upcoming second season starring creator, executive producer, and showrunner, Nasim Pedrad (“Saturday Night Live,” “Aladdin”). Returning cast for season two will include Jake Ryan, Paul Chahidi, Saba Homayoon, Ella Mika, Alexa Loo, and Thomas Barbusca. Sara Malal Rowe has also been added to the lineup this season.

TBS Renews Dwyane Wade's THE CUBE for Second Season
TBS Renews Dwyane Wade's THE CUBE for Second Season
February 14, 2022

TBS today announced that its high-octane competition series, “The Cube,” hosted by three-time NBA Champion, Olympic Gold medalist, and one of the NBA’s 75 all-time greatest players, Dwyane Wade, has been renewed for a second season. Watch Dwayne Wade announce the new season below!

truTV Greenlights 101 PLACES TO PARTY BEFORE YOU DIE to Series
truTV Greenlights 101 PLACES TO PARTY BEFORE YOU DIE to Series
February 14, 2022

The eight half-hour, travel-comedy series takes audiences on adventures of exploration with hilarious improvers and real-life best buds Adam Pally (“Happy Endings”) and Jon Gabrus (“Game Over, Man!”) as they consume and devour local life in Maui, Moab, Miami, Puerto Rico, Portland, Richmond, Atlanta and Denver.



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