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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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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).

WEST SIDE STORY Sets Disney+ Streaming Date
WEST SIDE STORY Sets Disney+ Streaming Date
February 9, 2022

Steven Spielberg’s award-winning, critically-acclaimed “West Side Story,” has announced that it will be coming to Disney+. In addition, the ABC one-hour special “Something’s Coming: West Side Story – A Special Edition of 20/20’” is available to stream on Disney+ now. The film stars Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, Rita Moreno, and more.

Drug Couple Releases New Single 'Linda's Tripp'
Drug Couple Releases New Single 'Linda's Tripp'
February 8, 2022

The latest single to emerge from their upcoming ‘Stoned Weekend’ project, “Linda’s Tripp” follows the seasonal slacker-rock anthem “Our December” and the laid-back lushness of lead single “Lemon Trees”. All three will feature on the band’s fast approaching debut album ‘Stoned Weekend’. Listen to the new single now!

VIDEO: Jennifer Lopez & Maluma to Discuss MARRY ME on CBS MORNINGS
VIDEO: Jennifer Lopez & Maluma to Discuss MARRY ME on CBS MORNINGS
February 8, 2022

Jennifer Lopez and Maluma spoke with Gayle King to discuss their new movie, “Marry Me,” in an interview to air tomorrow on 'CBS Mornings.' In a preview of the interview, King surprises Jennifer Lopez with her first in-studio appearance on MTV’s “TRL” back in 1999, originally filmed in the same Times Square studio that “CBS Mornings” now calls home.

Apple Studios Greenlights MISS AMERICAN PIE Starring Kristen Wiig
Apple Studios Greenlights MISS AMERICAN PIE Starring Kristen Wiig
February 8, 2022

Apple TV+ today announced a series order for “Mrs. American Pie,” a new 10-episode comedy from creator Abe Sylvia (“The Eyes of Tammy Faye,” “Dead to Me”) that will star Kristen Wiig (“Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar,” “Bridesmaids”), with Laura Dern (“Big Little Lies,” “Marriage Story”) eyeing a key role.

ShipRocked Announces 2023 Festival Dates
ShipRocked Announces 2023 Festival Dates
February 8, 2022

Departing from Port Canaveral, Florida onboard Carnival Magic, SR23 docks at Half Moon Cay in The Bahamas, Grand Turk in Turks & Caicos Islands and Dominican Republic’s Amber Cove, a new stop for ShipRockers. ShipRocked 2023 performers will be announced in the coming months. Watch the 2023 festival announcement video now!

The Grahams Announce 'Live at Luck Mansion' EP
The Grahams Announce 'Live at Luck Mansion' EP
February 8, 2022

Recorded live at 3Sirens studio in East Nashville during AMERICANAFEST ‘21 in conjunction with Luck Presents. The Grahams, lifelong musical and life partners, have announce the release of Live at Luck Mansion, a 4 song EP was recorded live in front of an intimate audience. Pre-save the new EP ahead of its release now!

VIDEO: First Look at Keke Palmer in Jordan Peele's NOPE
VIDEO: First Look at Keke Palmer in Jordan Peele's NOPE
February 8, 2022

A new teaser for Jordan Peele's upcoming film, Nope, has been revealed. A full trailer is expected to drop Sunday, February 13, during the Super Bowl. The new teaser also features footage from Peele's two most recent films, Get Out and Us.

VIDEO: Yves Jarvis Shares Animated Video For New Track 'Prism Through Which I Perceive'
VIDEO: Yves Jarvis Shares Animated Video For New Track 'Prism Through Which I Perceive'
February 8, 2022

Eclectic Canadian artist Yves Jarvis has shared a colorful and psychedelic video for the new track “Prism Through Which I Perceive”. Created by fellow musician and animator Chad VanGaalen. Watch the new music video now! Plus, check out his upcoming tour dates!

Haru Nemuri Announces New Album 'Shunka Ryougen'
Haru Nemuri Announces New Album 'Shunka Ryougen'
February 8, 2022

Japanese singer, songwriter and poetry rapper, Haru Nemuri will release a new full length album, ‘Shunka Ryougen’. Fans were delighted to see new music released from Haru throughout 2021 with the singles “bang”, “Inori Dake Ga Aru”, Seventh Heaven”, “Old Fashioned”, and “Déconstruction” are out now and will be found on ‘Shunka Ryougen’.

FOX Acquires Iconic Animated Franchise GUMBY
FOX Acquires Iconic Animated Franchise GUMBY
February 8, 2022

FOX Entertainment has obtained all rights to the popular franchise, including film, television and streaming, consumer products, licensing, publishing and all other categories.  In addition, FOX has acquired the full library of Gumby animated series, specials, movies and content, which will expand Tubi’s current offerings of the franchise.

Hulu's LOVE, VICTOR to End With Season Three
Hulu's LOVE, VICTOR to End With Season Three
February 8, 2022

Hulu has announced that Love, Victor will end with its previously announced season three. The Love, Simon spinoff starring Michael Cimino will premiere all eight episodes of its final season all at once. The series also starsRachel Hilson, Anthony Turpel, Bebe Wood, Mason Gooding, George Sear, Isabella Ferreira, James Martinez, and Ana Ortiz.



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