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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

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Hairspray

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Hiss Golden Messenger Releases New Track '20 Years And A Nickel' Ahead Of 'JUMP FOR JOY'
Hiss Golden Messenger Releases New Track '20 Years And A Nickel' Ahead Of 'JUMP FOR JOY'
August 1, 2023

As the release of Hiss Golden Messenger’s new album Jump For Joy draws near, the band has released the new track “20 Years And A Nickel.” The song opens with a searching piano and organ section before smoothly melding into a dancing  groove as “20 Years And A Nickel” kicks off Jump For Joy and sets the tone for what lies ahead.

Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ORANGE COUNTY Mid-Season 17 Trailer
Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ORANGE COUNTY Mid-Season 17 Trailer
August 1, 2023

The season features the return of Tamra Judge, joining reigning queens Heather Dubrow and Shannon Stroms Beador, plus Emily Simpson, Gina Kirschenheiter, and newcomer Jennifer Pedranti. The season also includes Taylor Armstrong, who moved to the OC from the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and original housewife Vicki Gunvalson. Watch the video!

Orla Gartland Shares Electrifying New Single 'Kiss Ur Face Forever'
Orla Gartland Shares Electrifying New Single 'Kiss Ur Face Forever'
August 1, 2023

UK indie-pop musician/songwriter/producer Orla Gartland makes her triumphant return with the electrifying new anthem 'Kiss Ur Face Forever,' her first since the release of her 2021 top 10 UK debut album Woman on the Internet available to stream now on all digital platforms via The Orchard.

Ragana Announce 'Desolation's Flower' Album For October Release
Ragana Announce 'Desolation's Flower' Album For October Release
August 1, 2023

Written over the past few tumultuous years, Desolation’s Flower is the band’s most devastating effort to date, containing seven incantations of loss, rage, pain and hope. Expertly engineered by the masterful Nicholas Wilbur at the Unknown Studio in Anacortes, Washington (Planning For Burial, drowse, Divide and Dissolve, Have a Nice Life).

Video: Go Behind Tyler Childers' 'In Your Love' Music Video
Video: Go Behind Tyler Childers' 'In Your Love' Music Video
August 1, 2023

“The Making of ‘In Your Love,’” a special behind the scenes look at the official music video for Tyler Childers’ breakthrough new single, “In Your Love,” is debuting at Rolling Stone along with an interview with the video’s writer and creative director, Silas House, and stars, Colton Haynes and James Scully. 

Sally Anne Morgan Shares New Single 'Awake'
Sally Anne Morgan Shares New Single 'Awake'
August 1, 2023

Sally Anne Morgan shares the rippling single 'Awake', taken from her upcoming album Carrying. 'Awake' finds Morgan steering her rhythm section atop a stuttering tremolo guitar and drummer Nathan Bowles' syncopated groove as she appeals to the urgency of climate change and resists the complacency that stifles progress and the dire changes needed.

Jake Shimabukuro Announces 'Grateful' Featuring a Who's Who of Hawaii-Based Artists
Jake Shimabukuro Announces 'Grateful' Featuring a Who's Who of Hawaii-Based Artists
August 1, 2023

The acclaimed Hawai`i-born `ukulele player Jake Shimabukuro will release Grateful, his most personal project to-date, featuring twenty-two collaborations with a who’s who of Hawai`i-based artists, from Henry Kapono to Kawika Kahiapo, Brother Noland to Raiatea Helm, Justin Kawika Young to Del Beazley and John Cruz to Kimié Miner.

Nick Lowe Announces November U.S. Tour Dates Featuring Los Straitjackets
Nick Lowe Announces November U.S. Tour Dates Featuring Los Straitjackets
August 1, 2023

Nick Lowe and Los Straitjackets have announced a new string of headlining US dates kicking off November 1, 2023 in Boston, with stops in New York City, Atlanta, Franklin, TN, and more. The three-week run follows a coast-to-coast summer tour supporting Elvis Costello and the Imposters which just wrapped last month.

FINAL GASP Releases New Single 'Climax Infinity' From Debut Album 'Mourning Moon'
FINAL GASP Releases New Single 'Climax Infinity' From Debut Album 'Mourning Moon'
August 1, 2023

FINAL GASP hit us with their driving new single “Climax Infinity”–the second single from their debut full-length, Mourning Moon. The visual for “Climax Infinity” was filmed by Caleb Gowett and Chris Gill at their tour kick off show at Middle East in Cambridge, MA. The footage gives us a first look into their gripping performances.

Apollo Brown & Planet Asia Share Laid Back 'Wide Awake' Single
Apollo Brown & Planet Asia Share Laid Back 'Wide Awake' Single
August 1, 2023

Apollo Brown and Fresno Rap veteran Planet Asia dropped their new single “Wide Awake” on Mello Music Group. “Wide Awake” is the second single from the duo’s upcoming album Sardines. Sardines is the followup to the duo’s beloved 2017 collaborative album “Anchovies.” Apollo and Planet Asia improve upon the minimalist, grimy Hip-Hop theme.

Joy Oladokun Extends 'Living Proof' Headline Tour
Joy Oladokun Extends 'Living Proof' Headline Tour
August 1, 2023

Acclaimed singer, songwriter and musician Joy Oladokun will continue her extensive “Living Proof” headline tour through November with newly confirmed shows at Dallas’ Kessler Theater, Austin’s Scoot Inn, Los Angeles’ The Belasco, Seattle’s The Showbox, Portland’s McMenamins Crystal Ballroom and San Francisco’s The Fillmore among many others.

DEADLOCKED: HOW AMERICA SHAPED THE SUPREME COURT Coming to Showtime
DEADLOCKED: HOW AMERICA SHAPED THE SUPREME COURT Coming to Showtime
August 1, 2023

As the country reflects on the one-year anniversary of the historic Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision that effectively overturned Roe v. Wade, and as the Supreme Court Justices increasingly are under the microscope, SHOWTIME announced that its timely four-part docuseries.

HALLOWEEN H20: 20 YEARS LATER Sets Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD SteelBook
HALLOWEEN H20: 20 YEARS LATER Sets Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD SteelBook
August 1, 2023

Directed by Steve Miner and written by Debra Hill, John Carpenter, and Robert Zappia, HALLOWEEN H20: 20 YEARS LATER features a sensational supporting cast, including Josh Hartnett (in his feature film debut), Michelle Williams, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Adam Arkin, LL Cool J, and horror icon (and mother of Jamie Lee Curtis) Janet Leigh.

Turnpike Troubadours Return With Two Sold-Out Nights at New York's Beacon Theatre
Turnpike Troubadours Return With Two Sold-Out Nights at New York's Beacon Theatre
August 1, 2023

The band performed at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field this past Friday with Luke Combs and made their Newport Folk Festival debut on Saturday, where they were joined on stage by surprise guest Tyler Childers to perform the band’s song, “The Bird Hunters,” and John Prine’s “Paradise.” Check out upcoming tour dates!

Olivia Rodrigo Unveils 'GUTS' Album Tracklist Including 'Teenage Dream' & More
Olivia Rodrigo Unveils 'GUTS' Album Tracklist Including 'Teenage Dream' & More
August 1, 2023

Olivia Rodrigo has unveiled the tracklist for her upcoming sophomore album, 'GUTS.' The album features a track titled “Teenage Dream,” the name of Katy Perry's hit sophomore album. While Rodrigo has previously sampled music by Taylor Swift and Paramore, it has yet to be announced if the song will sample Perry.

HBO Documentary Films and the Gotham Film & Media Institute Now Accepting Submissions for Documentary Development Initiative
HBO Documentary Films and the Gotham Film & Media Institute Now Accepting Submissions for Documentary Development Initiative
August 1, 2023

In its first year, the program offered $50,000 grants, one-on-one mentorship, and group workshops to 10 emerging filmmakers from across the United States. Beyond the initial grant, HBO Documentary Films and The Gotham Film & Media Institute provided resources and mentorship to support the development of documentary projects.

Bearings Share New Single 'Slip'
Bearings Share New Single 'Slip'
August 1, 2023

Produced by Sam Guaiana (Silverstein, Between You & Me), the new album features the most tightly honed songwriting of Bearings’ near-decade career, instantly nostalgic for sweaty summer festivals and finger-pointed singalongs while serving as a clear indication of where the pop-punk genre is headed.

DISENCHANTMENT to End With
DISENCHANTMENT to End With
August 1, 2023

The series features the voice talents of Abbi Jacobson (“Bean”), Eric Andre (“Luci”) and Nat Faxon (“Elfo”) along with John DiMaggio, Tress MacNeille, Richard Ayoade, Matt Berry, Noel Fielding, Meredith Hagner, David Herman, Sharon Horgan, Maurice LaMarche, Lucy Montgomery and Billy West. Watch the final video trailer now.

Yann Tiersen Shares New Track 'Nivlenn'
Yann Tiersen Shares New Track 'Nivlenn'
August 1, 2023

Yann Tiersen & QUINQUIS have embarked on a unique summer tour that has so far seen the two Breton artists travel from their home in Ushant to Ireland and up to the Faroe Islands for a tour of Celtic lands. The tour is entirely done via their sailboat Ninnog, named after a medieval mother superior who traveled from Wales to Brittany.

Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway Confirm 'Next Rodeo' Headline Tour
Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway Confirm 'Next Rodeo' Headline Tour
August 1, 2023

Molly Tuttle and her band, Golden Highway, will embark on their east coast “Next Rodeo” tour in November, with stops at New York City’s Brooklyn Made, Burlington’s Higher Ground Ballroom, Albany’s The Egg, Ardmore’s Ardmore Music Hall and Washington DC’s 9:30 Club, among others. 



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