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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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Nicole Byer & Lauren Lapkus to Lead Netflix's BAD CRIMES Animated Comedy
Nicole Byer & Lauren Lapkus to Lead Netflix's BAD CRIMES Animated Comedy
January 18, 2022

Netflix today ordered a season of Bad Crimes, an adult animation dark comedy procedural. Bad Crimes stars Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus as “Kara” and “Jennie,” two FBI agents who travel across the country to solve grisly crimes while juggling their friendship, career ambitions, and as many men as possible.

Lionsgate Sets RED ROCKET DVD & Blu-Ray Release Date
Lionsgate Sets RED ROCKET DVD & Blu-Ray Release Date
January 18, 2022

Written and directed by Sean Baker (The Florida Project, Tangerine), the movie features Simon Rex (Scary Movie 3, Scary Movie V, Superhero Movie), Bree Elrod (in her major debut role), and Suzanna Son (feature film debut). Check out the new bonus features now!

HACKS, EMILY IN PARIS, THIS IS US & More Join PaleyFest Lineup
HACKS, EMILY IN PARIS, THIS IS US & More Join PaleyFest Lineup
January 18, 2022

For the first time in three years, PaleyFest LA returns in person as the spring's hottest television festival with exclusive behind-the-scenes conversations with leading stars from the most acclaimed and buzzworthy TV shows, screenings of special preview and premiere content, never-before-seen TV footage, and a Q&A with festival attendees.

Mensa Deathsquad Release New Single 'Chin Up, Eyes Wide Open'
Mensa Deathsquad Release New Single 'Chin Up, Eyes Wide Open'
January 18, 2022

'Chin Up, Eyes Wide Open' is the third single in a larger work coming soon with the songs 'Light' and 'Riot of the Rebel Angels' already released. For all of his new music, Phillips (also a member of The Gadjits, The Architects, and Other Americans) teamed up with musician Barb Morrison (Blondie, Deborah Harry) as his music mentor.

VIDEO: Netflix Releases VIKINGS: VALHALLA Teaser Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Releases VIKINGS: VALHALLA Teaser Trailer
January 18, 2022

Based on the series VIKINGS, created by Michael Hirst, the series stars Sam Corlett (Leif Eriksson), Frida Gustavsson (Freydis Eriksdotter), Leo Suter (Harald Sigurdsson), Bradley Freegard (King Canute), Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson (Olaf Haraldsson), Caroline Henderson (Jarl Haakon), Laura Berlin (Emma of Normandy), and more.

VIDEO: Poetica Releases Music Video For 'Sleep When I'm Tired'
VIDEO: Poetica Releases Music Video For 'Sleep When I'm Tired'
January 18, 2022

Poetica has just released an official video for 'Sleep When I'm Tired', the latest track from their self-titled album. A musical spoken-word concept album, the collection consists of 18 tracks. Filmed in the Hudson Valley of New York, the video was filmed by Michael Flanagan, art directed by Rachael Sage and directed by award-winning Nick Clark.

Oliver Future Releases New Single 'Flattened' from 'A Year At Home' Album
Oliver Future Releases New Single 'Flattened' from 'A Year At Home' Album
January 18, 2022

Los Angeles-via-Austin band Oliver Future will return with their first new record in 14 years, A Year at Home, via Peak Dumb Recordings. The album was recorded remotely in studios in Austin and Los Angeles during the lockdown of 2020-2021. Today the band is sharing 'Flattened,' the latest single to be lifted from their forthcoming release.

Judah & the Lion's Brian Macdonald Announces 'Moonlight in Visby' Solo Debut
Judah & the Lion's Brian Macdonald Announces 'Moonlight in Visby' Solo Debut
January 18, 2022

Moonlight in Visby was written and recorded while living on the remote island of Gotland, Sweden in the Baltic Sea. It pays homage to the tiny, rural town Macdonald, his wife Maddie, and their dog Halyard called home during a year of seclusion and reflection. Watch the new album trailer now!

Catie Turner Taps Javier Bennett for 'God Must Hate Me' Remix
Catie Turner Taps Javier Bennett for 'God Must Hate Me' Remix
January 18, 2022

Catie fell in love with 16-year-old Javier’s TikTok of him covering the viral track and reached out to the rising artist to collaborate. Together they came up with a stunning new lofi version which includes an original verse from Bennett, captivating new production, and stunning melodies from the two artists.

Lionsgate Releases CANDYMAN: DAY OF THE DEAD on Blu-Ray
Lionsgate Releases CANDYMAN: DAY OF THE DEAD on Blu-Ray
January 18, 2022

Based on the characters created by acclaimed horror writer Clive Barker, this film stars Donna D’Errico (“Baywatch,” “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” “9-1-1”), Robert O’Reilly (“Star Trek: The Next Generation,” “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine”), and Tony Todd (Candyman, The Crow, “The Flash”). Check out the new bonus features on Blu-Ray now!

Boston Manor Releases Acoustic Version of 'Algorithm'
Boston Manor Releases Acoustic Version of 'Algorithm'
January 18, 2022

Boston Manor have released an acoustic rendition of their recent single “Algorithm.” It’s a delicately lush, piano-led iteration of the track which is a rumination of the burden to perpetuate “content” beyond art, that creators are laden with these days. Plus, check out the group's upcoming tour dates.

VIDEO: Apple TV+ Shares Workplace Thriller Series SEVERANCE Trailer
VIDEO: Apple TV+ Shares Workplace Thriller Series SEVERANCE Trailer
January 18, 2022

Adam Scott, Patricia Arquette, John Turturro, Britt Lower, Zach Cherry, Dichen Lachman, Jen Tullock, Tramell Tillman, Michael Chernus, and Christopher Walken lead star-studded cast of new series from director and executive producer Ben Stiller.

VIDEO: Will Joseph Cook Returns With New Single '4AM'
VIDEO: Will Joseph Cook Returns With New Single '4AM'
January 18, 2022

Will Joseph Cook has shared his new single “4AM.” An ode to a late-night call to a lover, the track is a slow burner which eventually cracks open into a explosion of dizzying feelings, showcasing a new dimension to Cook’s songwriting. “4AM” comes complete with a cinematic video directed by frequent collaborator Bertie Gilbert.

PUP Shares New Single 'Robot Writes a Love Song' from Newly-Announced Album
PUP Shares New Single 'Robot Writes a Love Song' from Newly-Announced Album
January 18, 2022

Toronto punk heroes PUP—comprised of Stefan Babcock, Nestor Chumak, Zack Mykula, and Steve Sladkowski—announce their incredible, ambitious and aptly titled fourth album, The Unraveling of PupTheBand. The album was recorded and mixed over the course of five weeks in the summer of 2021 with GRAMMY Award-winning producer Peter Katis.

VIDEO: Netflix Shares THE CUPHEAD SHOW! Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Shares THE CUPHEAD SHOW! Trailer
January 18, 2022

Based on the video game that smashed onto the scene with a gorgeous retro animation style, The Cuphead Show! follows the misadventures of Cuphead and Mugman. The cast includes Tru Valentino (Cuphead), Frank Todaro (Mugman), Joe Hanna (Elder Kettle), Luke Millington-Drake (Devil), Grey Griffin (Ms. Chalice), and Wayne Brady (King Dice).

Steel Panther Announces First Leg of 2022 Tour Dates
Steel Panther Announces First Leg of 2022 Tour Dates
January 18, 2022

The band is announcing the first leg of their 2022 tour Res-Erections which is set to kick off this March and will make stops in 13 cities over 16 days for the first run. The tour starts March 10th in St. Petersburg, FL and will wrap up on March 26th in Dubuque, IA. Other stops include Ft Lauderdale, FL; Athens, Ga;Minneapolis, MN, and more

Fitz & the Tantrums Announce Summer 2022 Tour Dates
Fitz & the Tantrums Announce Summer 2022 Tour Dates
January 18, 2022

Multiplatinum band Fitz and the Tantrums have announced touring plans for summer 2022. The run of dates – co-headlined with St. Paul and the Broken Bones – are set to kick off in Asheville, NC, on June 1. The LA-based band has been busy working on new material to follow up 2019’s “ALL THE FEELS,” which featured the top 10 hit “I Just Wanna Shine”.

The Head & the Heart Announce 'Every Shade of Blue' Tour
The Head & the Heart Announce 'Every Shade of Blue' Tour
January 18, 2022

The Head And The Heart have announced the Every Shade of Blue 2022 North American Tour which will kick off May 20th. Special guests joining the band in select cities include Shakey Graves, Dawes and Jade Bird. The Head And The Heart has also announced they will release a new song, titled 'Every Shade of Blue', this Friday, January 21st. 

Prog Ensemble Vast Conduit To Release Debut Album 'Always Be There'
Prog Ensemble Vast Conduit To Release Debut Album 'Always Be There'
January 18, 2022

Prog ensemble Vast Conduit featuring keyboardist/vocalist Bill Jenkins, best known for his work with Enchant and Thought Chamber, will be releasing their debut album “Always Be There”. It started as just an EP, and recording of 3 of the songs with demo vocals started several years ago. COVID opened up the opportunitY to expand it to a full album.

VIDEO: Gus Englehorn Shares New 'Tarantula' Music Video
VIDEO: Gus Englehorn Shares New 'Tarantula' Music Video
January 18, 2022

Montreal singer-songwriter Gus Englehorn has announced his sophomore album Dungeon Master, the cutest, heaviest, strangest rock’n’roll record you will hear this year. The news is accompanied with a new single and music video directed by Englehorn and Estée Preda; the stomping, paranoid “Tarantula.” Pre-order the new album now!



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