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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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Boy Named Banjo to Release Debut Album 'Dusk' In September
Boy Named Banjo to Release Debut Album 'Dusk' In September
August 21, 2023

Produced by longtime collaborator Oscar Charles (Caroline Spence, Charlie Worsham), Dusk is an electrifying dose of lightning in a bottle over its nine tracks, running a gamut of late-night, fall-in-love party anthems and stripped-down meditations. Boy Named Banjo’s songwriting is as incisive as ever, artfully grappling with lust and longing.

((( O ))) Releases Dreamy 'COLORS' Session
((( O ))) Releases Dreamy 'COLORS' Session
August 21, 2023

Unpronounceable, ((( O ))) represents an all-seeing eye, the big bang, birth, rebirth, a ripple in an otherwise still body of crystal clear water... or whatever else that might resonate with you. ((( O )))  is for fans of FKJ, Jhene Aiko, or Kehlani's soaring vocals, as well as Medasin and Raveena's RNB stylings, and at times Grimes.

SOUTH PARK: THE COMPLETE 26th SEASON Sets Blu-ray & DVD Release
SOUTH PARK: THE COMPLETE 26th SEASON Sets Blu-ray & DVD Release
August 21, 2023

The boys are back as South Park returns with its 26th season! Join Stan, Kyle, Cartman and Kenny as they learn the wonders of Japanese toilets, grapple with latest developments in A.I. technology, re-open an iconic Colorado restaurant, and meet a couple who feel the need to share the importance of their Privacy with the world.

Nessa Barrett Sets Fall 2023 North American Headline Tour Dates
Nessa Barrett Sets Fall 2023 North American Headline Tour Dates
August 21, 2023

Nessa Barrett returns to the road for her biggest North American headline tour to date, with support from MAY-A. It kicks off on October 6 in Austin,TX at Austin City Limits Festival, visits major markets coast-to-coast including a two-night stand in Anaheim, CA at House of Blues, and concludes on November 16 in Portland, OR at Crystal Ballroom.

Reyna Roberts To Release Debut Album 'Bad Girl Bible, Vol 1' in September
Reyna Roberts To Release Debut Album 'Bad Girl Bible, Vol 1' in September
August 21, 2023

For the release of “One Way Street” Roberts partnered with Nashville-based company, The General Insurance in its initiative to support rising artists. They unveiled The General Sound Studio™ and are collaborating with Epic Records to provide national exposure and give up-and-coming artists their big break.

Gracie Abrams Sets Second & Final Shows in Australia
Gracie Abrams Sets Second & Final Shows in Australia
August 21, 2023

She just opened for Taylor Swift on 30 dates of the singer’s blockbuster North American leg of Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour, and Gracie was just announced as direct support for Swift’s 2024 North American dates. The AU news follows the release of Abram’s critically acclaimed debut studio album, Good Riddance (out now via Interscope Records).

Brothers Osborne to Receive 2023 Angels Among Us Award at Annual Country Cares Seminar
Brothers Osborne to Receive 2023 Angels Among Us Award at Annual Country Cares Seminar
August 21, 2023

Brothers Osborne will be recognized this October with the 2023 Angels Among Us Award for outstanding commitment to the children and families of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®. The artists join past winners including Randy Owen, Scotty McCreery, Florida Georgia Line, Lady A, Jake Owen, Brad Paisley, Darius Rucker, Lon Helton and Bill Mayne.

Video: Watch a Behind-The-Scenes Sneak Peek of ONE PIECE
Video: Watch a Behind-The-Scenes Sneak Peek of ONE PIECE
August 21, 2023

In this new video, Netflix pulls back the curtain for a behind-the-scenes look at ONE PIECE, the live action adaptation of the world's most legendary and most popular manga series in history. Based on Japan’s highest-selling manga series in history by Eiichiro Oda, ONE PIECE is a legendary high-seas adventure unlike any other.

Stand Up to Cancer Celebrates More Than $795 Million Pledged Over 15 Years of Impact
Stand Up to Cancer Celebrates More Than $795 Million Pledged Over 15 Years of Impact
August 21, 2023

Celebrities lending their support for this year’s fundraising special included Elizabeth Banks, Jessica Biel, Don Cheadle, Katie Couric, Danai Gurira, Tony Hale, Ken Jeong, Queen Latifah, Maria Menounos, Julianne Moore, Tig Notaro, Jimmy Smits, Eric Stonestreet and Justin Timberlake. In the U.S., SU2C is still gratefully accepting donations.

Vide: Watch Justin Timberlake & Alicia Silverstone in REPTILE Movie Trailer
Vide: Watch Justin Timberlake & Alicia Silverstone in REPTILE Movie Trailer
August 21, 2023

Netflix has released the trailer for the upcoming film Reptile. The cast includes Benicio Del Toro, Justin Timberlake, Eric Bogosian, Alicia Silverstone, Domenick Lombardozzi, Frances Fisher, Ato Essandoh, Michael Carmen Pitt, Karl Glusman, and Matilda Lutz. Watch the new video trailer now!

Video: Miley Cyrus Recreates Iconic 'Hannah Montana' Moment Ahead of New TV Special
Video: Miley Cyrus Recreates Iconic 'Hannah Montana' Moment Ahead of New TV Special
August 21, 2023

Miley Cyrus is recreating an iconic moment from her Hannah Montana days ahead of her upcoming Endless Summer Vacation: Continued (Backyard Sessions) special, premiering this week on ABC. In a new teaser for the special, Cyrus looks back on a video clip from the final episode of Hannah Montana, which has since gone viral on social media.

Lion Heights Release New Single 'Love Marijuana' Featuring Chuck Fenda Off Upcoming 'Not Done Fighting' Riddim
Lion Heights Release New Single 'Love Marijuana' Featuring Chuck Fenda Off Upcoming 'Not Done Fighting' Riddim
August 21, 2023

Lion Heights is comprised of Dane Foltin (Bass), Jeremy Carlson (Lead vox, keys), and James Campbell (Guitar). The Texas-based band has built a respected roots reggae reputation, opening for acclaimed acts like  Lee “Scratch” Perry, Kabaka Pyramid, Jesse Royal, Cocoa Tea, Arise Roots and others.

Video: Laufey Premieres Video for Hit Single 'From The Start'
Video: Laufey Premieres Video for Hit Single 'From The Start'
August 21, 2023

The video was directed by Jason Lester (Hozier, Phoebe Bridgers), with concept and creative direction by Laufey’s identical twin Junia Lin. It is a mid-century fantasia, drawing inspiration from the minimalism, shapes, and colors of Piet Mondrian, Bauhaus architecture, modernist design and Golden Age Hollywood movie musicals.

UNITYTX Share New Single 'DIAMOND DIEZ'
UNITYTX Share New Single 'DIAMOND DIEZ'
August 21, 2023

UNITYTX announced their new album FERALITY and shared singles “ROC SH!T” and “LOST IN DAYZ”. Produced by Andrew Wade (Wage War, A Day To Remember), FERALITY finds UNITYTX confronting the last few years head-on with a blistering cocktail of car crash energy, sludgy horror-show macabre, industrial metal sheen and sinister subliminality.

RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE Greenlit For New Seasons on MTV & Paramount+
RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE Greenlit For New Seasons on MTV & Paramount+
August 21, 2023

Following an impressive 9 Emmy Award nominations across the franchise, the most for any reality competition series this year, MTV and Paramount+ announced that RuPaul’s Drag Race, RuPaul’s Drag Race: Untucked, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars: Untucked have been greenlit for new seasons.

Video: Lauv Releases New Music Video for 'Love U Like That'
Video: Lauv Releases New Music Video for 'Love U Like That'
August 21, 2023

Co-directed by Lauv and Gian Rivera, the transformative video showcases a brand-new side to the artist as well as a journey of self-exploration and freedom. The visual opens with a captivating shot of Lauv surrounded by numerous TVs and cameras, while being weighed down by chains. Watch the new music video now!

Tayler Holder Releases New Single 'Til She's Gone'
Tayler Holder Releases New Single 'Til She's Gone'
August 21, 2023

Following the success of his recent release Holder he is busy getting ready for his debut US tour opening for Dylan Scott on his ‘This Town’s Been Too Good To Us” Tour coming to the US this Fall. In addition, to Tayler, fellow Country Singer-Songwriter Matt Schuster will also be joining the tour in support of Dylan Scott. 

Dan Sultan Releases Self-Titled Fifth Studio Album
Dan Sultan Releases Self-Titled Fifth Studio Album
August 21, 2023

Following the album's release, Dan will support Vance Joy across the US and Canada (including performances at iconic venues Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Central Park and The Ryman). He'll then return to Australia for dates in September and October. Check out the full list of tour dates now!

THEATER CAMP Sets Hulu & Digital Release Date
THEATER CAMP Sets Hulu & Digital Release Date
August 21, 2023

Tony Award winner Ben Platt (Dear Evan Hansen) and Molly Gordon (Booksmart) star in the original comedy Theater Camp as Amos and Rebecca-Diane – lifelong best friends and drama instructors at a rundown camp in upstate New York. The cast also features Patti Harrison, Nathan Lee Graham, Ayo Edebiri, Owen Thiele, Amy Sedaris, and more.

Neil Hamburger to Release New Album 'Seasonal Depression Suite'
Neil Hamburger to Release New Album 'Seasonal Depression Suite'
August 21, 2023

Over the past two decades, Turkington’s conception of the rotten existence of “America’s Funnyman” Neil Hamburger has evolved in unexpected ways. On 2019’s Still Dwelling project, Turkington first collaborated with arranger/producer Erik Paparozzi, whose sensibilities aligned perfectly with Turkington’s own musical obsessions.



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