News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

Michael Major - Page 985

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.




LEARN MORE ABOUT Michael Major

First Show:

The Lion King

Favorite Show:

Hairspray

Favorite Stories:



VIDEO: Zac Efron in Stephen King's FIRESTARTER Film Trailer
VIDEO: Zac Efron in Stephen King's FIRESTARTER Film Trailer
February 9, 2022

For more than a decade, parents Andy (Zac Efron; The Greatest Showman) and Vicky (Sydney Lemmon; Succession) have been on the run, desperate to hide their daughter Charlie (Ryan Kiera Armstrong; American Horror Story) from a shadowy federal agency that wants to harness her unprecedented gift for creating fire into a weapon of mass destruction. 

VIDEO: Toronto-Based Power-Rocker jsin Unleashes 'You Can't Stop Me' Music Video
VIDEO: Toronto-Based Power-Rocker jsin Unleashes 'You Can't Stop Me' Music Video
February 9, 2022

Landing alongside his raucous new release, Surrender, Canadian powerhouse rocker jsin unleashes his inner-dialogue meets high-voltage sound with new single, “You Can’t Stop Me.' Beyond lyrics that are meant to subtly self-empower, jsin’s newest release is ground-stomping hard rock at its best. Watch the new music video now!

VIDEO: Foy Vance Releases New Music Video 'Sapling' Featuring Anderson East
VIDEO: Foy Vance Releases New Music Video 'Sapling' Featuring Anderson East
February 9, 2022

Released last month, the track is a re-imagined version of the lead single off Vance’s critically acclaimed new album Signs Of Life, featuring additional vocals from longtime friend, GRAMMY-nominated singer, songwriter, and performer Anderson East. Watch the new music video now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates.

Cyndi Lauper, Stephen Colbert & More Join Tibet House US Virtual Benefit Concert Line-Up
Cyndi Lauper, Stephen Colbert & More Join Tibet House US Virtual Benefit Concert Line-Up
February 9, 2022

Joining Philip Glass will also be performers Keanu Reeves, Trey Anastasio, Patti Smith, Laurie Anderson, Nathaniel Rateliff, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Angélique Kidjo, Margo Price, Punch Brothers, The Fiery Furnaces, Tenzin Choegyal, Rubin Kodheli, The Scorchio Quartet as well as special greetings by Iggy Pop, Bernard Sumner and more!

VIDEO: HBO Releases Official Trailer For MY BRILLIANT FRIEND: THOSE WHO LEAVE AND THOSE WHO STAY
VIDEO: HBO Releases Official Trailer For MY BRILLIANT FRIEND: THOSE WHO LEAVE AND THOSE WHO STAY
February 9, 2022

HBO has released the official trailer for the eight-episode, third season of HBO's “My Brilliant Friend,” My Brilliant Friend: Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay, based on the third book in Elena Ferrante’s quadrilogy. My Brilliant Friend: Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay is a series by Daniele Luchetti. Watch the third season trailer now!

John Vanderslice Releases 'Pylon Shadow' with New Band
John Vanderslice Releases 'Pylon Shadow' with New Band
February 9, 2022

Today, indie icon John Vanderslice is announcing a new band, named after the password that encrypted the dark web market Silk Road, ORANGEPURPLEBEACH sees the veteran producer & songwriter completely embrace the deconstructed, electronic heavy approach he’s explored across his latest collection of EP’s. Listen to the new single 'Pylon Shadow' now!

Malia Announces EP 'What's After 'I Love You?'
Malia Announces EP 'What's After 'I Love You?'
February 9, 2022

Los Angeles-based artist MALIA has released her new single ‘Only One’, the first single from her upcoming EP, What's After 'I Love You?' A conceptual work surrounding heartbreak, the songs on What's After 'I Love You?' chronicle the life-shattering stages after a breakup. Listen to the new single 'Only One' now!

Aaron Raitiere Releases New Single 'For The Birds'
Aaron Raitiere Releases New Single 'For The Birds'
February 9, 2022

GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Aaron Raitiere will release his highly anticipated debut album, Single Wide Dreamer. Ahead of the release, the new song “For The Birds” is debuting today. Produced by Miranda Lambert and Anderson East, pre-order the new album now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Misery Index Announces The Space Control Tour 2022
Misery Index Announces The Space Control Tour 2022
February 9, 2022

Death metal/grindcore veterans MISERY INDEX announces The Space Control Tour 2022 with Origin today. The North American tour includes support from Wolf King and additional special guests throughout the Spring run, which start on May 6th in Chicago and wrap on May 22nd in Austin. Check out the full list of dates now!

Yvette Nicole Brown to Host ADG Awards
Yvette Nicole Brown to Host ADG Awards
February 9, 2022

Brown currently stars in Big Shot (Disney +) with John Stamos and starred in the NAACP Image Award winning BET mini-series New Edition Story. Past TV shows include Community, Boston Legal and The Murders of Tupac and The Notorious B.I.G.

Jalen Santoy Releases New Album 'Without Hesitation'
Jalen Santoy Releases New Album 'Without Hesitation'
February 9, 2022

Jalen Santoy releases his long-awaited new album Without Hesitation via Repost, Soundcloud’s artist services division. Throughout 2021 and early 2022, the Charlotte, NC-born and LA-based rapper has given us a taste of his new music with singles including “Stay” featuring Nyla Simone, “Dismissal” and “5am Conduct.” 

Fleet Foxes Announce 2022 International Headlining Tour for GRAMMY-Nominated Album 'Shore'
Fleet Foxes Announce 2022 International Headlining Tour for GRAMMY-Nominated Album 'Shore'
February 9, 2022

The tour will feature Robin Pecknold joined by Skyler Skjelset (multi-instrumentalist, vocals), Casey Wescott (multi-instrumentalist, vocals), Christian Wargo (multi-instrumentalist, vocals), and Morgan Henderson (multi-instrumentalist). The newly announced tour will mark the first time the band will perform songs from its fourth album Shore.

VIDEO: Courteney Cox, Greg Kinnear & Judith Light in SHINING VALE Trailer
VIDEO: Courteney Cox, Greg Kinnear & Judith Light in SHINING VALE Trailer
February 9, 2022

STARZ released the trailer for their horror comedy that’s part family dramedy, part homage to classic horror in “Shining Vale” created by Jeff Astrof (“Trial & Error') and Sharon Horgan (“Divorce'), starring Emmy Award® nominee Courteney Cox (“Friends'), Academy Award® nominee and Emmy Award® winner Greg Kinnear and Oscar® winner Mira Sorvino.

Melissa Weikart Announces New Song 'Diamond'
Melissa Weikart Announces New Song 'Diamond'
February 9, 2022

With 'Diamond,' Weikart offers a peek into her upcoming debut album (her first release with Northern Spy). Accompanied solely by her piano, Weikart weaves a Brothers Grimm-like tale of a human who finds a precious stone. Listen to the new single by the French/American vocalist, pianist, and composer.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Teases ENCANTO Broadway Adaptation
Lin-Manuel Miranda Teases ENCANTO Broadway Adaptation
February 9, 2022

In a recent interview, Miranda shared his thoughts on the possibility of an Encanto stage adaption. Additionally, the Hamilton creator explained that he already has ideas for the stage version's finale. Miranda wrote eight original tracks for the new film, including 'We Don't Talk About Bruno,' which is sitting at #1 of the Billboard Hot 100.

Lo Moon Releases New Song 'Stop'
Lo Moon Releases New Song 'Stop'
February 9, 2022

A Modern Life is the band’s way of navigating through struggles with identity and expectation. Produced by the band, the album features additional co-production by Yves Rothman (Yves Tumor, Miya Folick), as well as  Chris Walla, who helmed their 2017 self-titled debut. Listen to the new track now! Plus, check out the upcoming tour dates now!

Fatboy Slim, James Hype & More Announced for 'The Masquerade' Miami Music Week
Fatboy Slim, James Hype & More Announced for 'The Masquerade' Miami Music Week
February 9, 2022

This year’s Masquerade boasts a sensational lineup, curated by Claptone himself, featuring a rare set from Fatboy Slim, a Miami favorite and legend behind the decks. House veteran Ferreck Dawn, UK breakout artist James Hype, plus rising Femme house co-founder LP Giobbi, will each offer their own distinguished style in the House/Tech House realm.

Island of Love Announce 'Songs of Love' EP
Island of Love Announce 'Songs of Love' EP
February 9, 2022

Third Man Records' newest location, which opened in September 2021 -- has announced its first signing, the intrepid new indie quartet Island of Love. The first collaboration between the two will be the Songs of Love EP. Pre-save the new EP now! Plus, listen to the EP's title track now!

Daryl Hall & John Oates Release 'Marigold Sky' on Vinyl for the First Time Ever
Daryl Hall & John Oates Release 'Marigold Sky' on Vinyl for the First Time Ever
February 9, 2022

Rock & Roll Hall of Famers and legendary duo Daryl Hall and John Oates are reissuing ‘Marigold Sky’, their fifteenth studio album and their first to be released as independent artists back in 1997. Includes the singles ‘Promise Ain’t Enough’, ‘Romeo Is Bleeding’ and ‘The Sky Is Falling’. Pre-order the new vinyl now!

Disney+ Announces Critically Acclaimed Series BLACK-ISH & GROWN-ISH are Coming to the Service in the U.S.
Disney+ Announces Critically Acclaimed Series BLACK-ISH & GROWN-ISH are Coming to the Service in the U.S.
February 9, 2022

Emmy-nominated black-ish first premiered on ABC in 2014 and takes a fun yet bold look at one man’s determination to establish a sense of cultural identity for his family, starring Anthony Anderson. The hit comedy spawned a spin-off series in 2018, Emmy-nominated grown-ish, which follows the Johnsons’ oldest daughter, Zoey (Yara Shahidi).



  …       985       …    




Videos