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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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Michelle Yeah, Daniel Wu & More Join AMERICAN BORN CHINESE Disney+ Series
Michelle Yeah, Daniel Wu & More Join AMERICAN BORN CHINESE Disney+ Series
February 7, 2022

The cast stars Michelle Yeoh (Marvel's 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings'), Ben Wang ('MacGyver'), two-time International EmmyÒ Award nominee Yeo Yann Yann ('Wet Season'), Chin Han ('Mortal Kombat'), Daniel Wu ('Reminiscence'), Ke Huy Quan ('Finding 'Ohana'), former Taekwondo champion Jim Liu and Sydney Taylor ('Just Add Magic').

Alt-J Releases New Track 'The Actor'
Alt-J Releases New Track 'The Actor'
February 7, 2022

Mercury Prize-winning band alt-J have released their new track “The Actor”, the final song to be released in advance of their forthcoming album The Dream. alt-J has previously announced an arena tour of North America, beginning, February 25 in Pittsburgh and ending April 17 in Toronto. Pre-order the new album and check out the tour dates now!

New Series From Kevin Hart & Charlamagne Tha God's SBH Coming to Audible
New Series From Kevin Hart & Charlamagne Tha God's SBH Coming to Audible
February 7, 2022

Under their newly created audio production banner SBH Productions, the two superstar talents will bring five new projects to Audible listeners in 2022, all of which supports the overall vision of the development deal to give rise to Black creatives and create content that speaks to the culture. Nicole Shelton is head of production for the company.

Brandi Carlile Set to Perform at Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party
Brandi Carlile Set to Perform at Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party
February 7, 2022

The 30th annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party today announced six-time Grammy Award-winner Brandi Carlile will perform at the event. Additional names joining the event will be announced in the coming weeks. Carlile has also collaborated with Elton John, The Highwomen, Tanya Tucker, Alicia Keys, Dolly Parton, and more.

Catherine Zeta-Jones Joins NATIONAL TREASURE Disney+ Series
Catherine Zeta-Jones Joins NATIONAL TREASURE Disney+ Series
February 7, 2022

Catherine Zeta-Jones will play a leading series regular role in the Disney+ original series 'National Treasure.' The series also stars Zuri Reed ('Flatbush Misdemeanors') as Tasha, Jordan Rodrigues as Ethan ('Lady Bird'), Antonio Cipriano as Oren ('Jagged Little Pill' on Broadway') and Jake Austin Walker ('Rectify') as Liam.

VIDEO: Netflix Debuts VIKINGS: VALHALLA Series Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Debuts VIKINGS: VALHALLA Series Trailer
February 7, 2022

Set over a thousand years ago in the early 11th century, Vikings: Valhalla chronicles the heroic adventures of some of the most famous Vikings who ever lived — the legendary explorer Leif Eriksson (Sam Corlett), his fiery and headstrong sister Freydis Eriksdotter (Frida Gustavsson), and the ambitious Nordic prince Harald Sigurdsson (Leo Suter).

Delia Meshlir Announces New Album 'Calling the Unknown'
Delia Meshlir Announces New Album 'Calling the Unknown'
February 7, 2022

Swiss musician Delia Meshlir has announced her album, 'Calling the Unknown.' Having acquired a stocking job at Irascible, a label based in Lausanne, Switzerland, dedicated to promoting talent, Delia had the ideal launching point for her music. Now, in coordination with Irascible, Ba Da Bing will be releasing Calling the Unknown in North America.

Canadian Rocker Robb Nash Releases New Single 'This Is War'
Canadian Rocker Robb Nash Releases New Single 'This Is War'
February 7, 2022

Alongside The Robb Nash Project’s new song, “This Is War,” and the forthcoming album of the same name, the skin-inked gesture is part of Nash’s long-held commitment to combat mental illness — a high-stakes conflict he personally endured. Listen to the new single now!

VIDEO: The Combine Releases New Music Video 'More'
VIDEO: The Combine Releases New Music Video 'More'
February 7, 2022

The Combine, composed of lyricist  Triune and vocalist E.Q., drops another in a series of cinematic music videos with their latest visual “More.” Shot in Seattle, “More” is the third single released from their upcoming album “Ambition,” following “Park the Whip” and  “All Good.” Watch the new music video now!

Aaron Lewis' 'Frayed At Both Ends' Hits #1 as Bestselling Country Album in America
Aaron Lewis' 'Frayed At Both Ends' Hits #1 as Bestselling Country Album in America
February 7, 2022

The album features a core band of Tom Bukovac, band leader Biff Watson and bluegrass award winner Seth Taylor, who joined Grammy-winning Dan Tyminski on acoustic and mandolin, dobroist Ben Kitterman, and supplemented with Sturgill Simpson vet Laur Joamets acoustic slide and baritone where needed and Jim Moose Brown on keyboards.

ADVENTURES IN SUCCESS Mockumentary Sets Release Date
ADVENTURES IN SUCCESS Mockumentary Sets Release Date
February 7, 2022

Audiences are invited to the join the quest for utopia in the theatrical and digital release of Adventures in Success. Youthful idealism, dangerous extremism, and bigoted townsfolk clash as a mysterious wellness collective strives to heal Mother Earth through the power of the female orgasm. Watch the trailer for the new film now!

Peking Duk Debuts 'Honest' Featuring Slayyyter
Peking Duk Debuts 'Honest' Featuring Slayyyter
February 7, 2022

Australia’s most beloved Dance music duo Peking Duk kick off 2022 with their latest high-energy party anthem, ‘Honest’ featuring US Hyperpop singer Slayyyter. The duo have released some of the biggest breakthrough songs over the last decade including 5 x platinum ‘Stranger’, 4 x platinum, ‘Fire’ and 3 x platinum, ‘High’.

Photos: Regé-Jean Page Narrates Netflix's SURVIVING PARADISE: A FAMILY TALE First Look
Photos: Regé-Jean Page Narrates Netflix's SURVIVING PARADISE: A FAMILY TALE First Look
February 7, 2022

Netflix has released a first look at Surviving Paradise: A Family Tale. The film features narration by Regé-Jean Page. This film explores the blueprints for building the perfect world, managing it sustainably, and maintaining it. Check out first look images from the new film now!

Scottish Punks Cold Years Release New Single 'Kicking and Screaming'
Scottish Punks Cold Years Release New Single 'Kicking and Screaming'
February 7, 2022

Aberdeen, Scotland trio Cold Years have released their brand new single, “Kicking and Screaming,” a ragged and rousing anthem about leaving toxicity behind in one’s life in the pursuit of better living. “Kicking and Screaming,” “Headstone“ and 'Home“ are the first new songs from the band since the release of their acclaimed debut album, Paradise.

Andy Shauf Releases Double Single 'Satan' & 'Jacob Rose'
Andy Shauf Releases Double Single 'Satan' & 'Jacob Rose'
February 7, 2022

Toronto singer-songwriter Andy Shauf has shared a new double single today featuring the tracks “Satan” and “Jacob Rose”. Each telling a unique story, “Satan” has been released with a new video directed by Canadian independent filmmaker Ryan Steel and was shot deep in prairie winter outside of Winnipeg. Watch the music video for 'Satan' now!

Former Cartoon Network Ad Sales Executive Cindy Kelly Appointed as Head of Advertising Sales for Kartoon Channel
Former Cartoon Network Ad Sales Executive Cindy Kelly Appointed as Head of Advertising Sales for Kartoon Channel
February 7, 2022

Continuing to bolster its executive team for the rapidly growing Kartoon Channel!, Genius Brands International (“Genius Brands”) (NASDAQ: GNUS) today announced the appointment of Cindy Kelly to the newly created position of Head of Advertising Sales & Co-Chief Revenue Officer for Kartoon Channel!

Hulu's THE ORVILLE: NEW HORIZONS Sets New Premiere Date
Hulu's THE ORVILLE: NEW HORIZONS Sets New Premiere Date
February 7, 2022

Seth MacFarlane’s epic space adventure series “The Orville” returns exclusively as a Hulu original series. The ensemble cast includes MacFarlane, Adrianne Palicki, Penny Johnson Jerald, Scott Grimes, Peter Macon, J. Lee, Mark Jackson, Chad L. Coleman, Jessica Szohr and Anne Winters. Watch the new teaser now!

VIDEO: Disney+ Debuts CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN Trailer
VIDEO: Disney+ Debuts CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN Trailer
February 7, 2022

The Disney+ Original movie “Cheaper by the Dozen,” which is a fresh take on the 2003 hit family comedy starring Gabrielle Union, Zach Braff, Erika Christensen, Timon Kyle Durrett, Journee Brown, Kylie Rogers, Andre Robinson, Caylee Blosenski, Aryan Simhadri, Leo Abelo Perry, Mykal-Michelle Harris, Christian Cote, Sebastian Cote and Luke Prael. 

VIDEO: Elizabeth Moss Stars in Apple TV's SHINING GIRLS Trailer
VIDEO: Elizabeth Moss Stars in Apple TV's SHINING GIRLS Trailer
February 7, 2022

Hailing from MRC Television, the metaphysical thriller stars and is executive produced by Emmy Award-winning actress Elisabeth Moss (“The Handmaid’s Tale,” “Mad Men”), ased on Lauren Beukes’ best-selling novel of the same name. Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Davisson and Michael Hampton also executive produce.

The Who Announces 2022 North American Tour Dates
The Who Announces 2022 North American Tour Dates
February 7, 2022

Legendary rock band The Who have announced a brand new tour for 2022, THE WHO HITS BACK! The iconic band’s upcoming North American trek promises to be another rock n’ roll knockout, bringing singer Roger Daltrey and guitarist/songwriter Pete Townshend back to U.S. venues. Check out the complete list of tour dates!



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