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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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Anne-Marie Drops New Track 'Trainwreck'
Anne-Marie Drops New Track 'Trainwreck'
July 5, 2023

Ahead of her upcoming third studio album UNHEALTHY, British pop star Anne-Marie has dropped her new single, “Trainwreck.” Produced by Billen Ted (Raye, Becky Hill) and written by Anne-Marie, Kamille (Dua Lipa) and Plested (Lewis Capaldi), the song captures the sweet relief of breaking free from a bad relationship.

Photos: Sphere in Las Vegas Illuminates Entire Exterior For The First Time
Photos: Sphere in Las Vegas Illuminates Entire Exterior For The First Time
July 5, 2023

Sphere illuminated the Las Vegas skyline with its impactful exterior, the Exosphere, introducing a new global landmark. The Exosphere features 580,000 sq ft of fully-programmable LED lighting – making it the largest LED screen on Earth. This vivid canvas displays stunning and dynamic imagery unlike anything ever seen before. Check out the photos!

SLUGish Ensemble to Release New Album 'In Solitude'
SLUGish Ensemble to Release New Album 'In Solitude'
July 5, 2023

SLUGish Ensemble’s third recording In Solitude. Led by composer and multi-reedist Steven Lugerner, In Solitude brings the chemistry of the band’s 2022 album, Live At Sam First, under the hood of Oakland’s venerable 25th Street Recording studio, extending the signature SLUGish minimalistic math-jazz to Lugerner’s inspired original compositions.

Harlem's Own Ferg Joins the Lineup for the Inaugural Harlem Festival of Culture
Harlem's Own Ferg Joins the Lineup for the Inaugural Harlem Festival of Culture
July 5, 2023

Friday’s lineup features 'Estelle Presents The LinkUp,' a reggae and dancehall ensemble featuring appearances by Lumidee, Max Glazer, Mr. Killa, Nadine Sutherland, Nina Sky, Rupee, Serani, Wayne Wonder, and many others. Day two, Saturday, July 29, brings with formidable talents headlined by multi-hyphenate artist Teyana Taylor, and more.

Stolen Jars Release New Single 'Smoke In The House'
Stolen Jars Release New Single 'Smoke In The House'
July 5, 2023

Mixed and co-produced by Hop Along's Joe Reinhart, I Won't Let Me Down is a high-energy, indie-pop record that pulls from the best of all its parts. Its grandiose blend of ethereal harmonies and edgy synth beats make for a distinctly inviting listening experience, and the most crystalline music the band has made to date.

mssv to Release New Album 'Human Reaction' in September
mssv to Release New Album 'Human Reaction' in September
July 5, 2023

The band, composed of guitarist Mike Baggetta, Stephen Hodges (Tom Waits, David Lynch) on drums and avant-punk icon mike watt on bass, creates music that is a heretofore unimagined hybrid of a punk power-trio and a dreamy experimental rock band, though they prefer the term “post-genre.”

Omaha's Marcey Yates to Release Self-Produced Album 'Chocolate for Water'
Omaha's Marcey Yates to Release Self-Produced Album 'Chocolate for Water'
July 5, 2023

The phrase 'like water for chocolate' comes from the Spanish phrase como agua para chocolate. This is a common expression in many Spanish-speaking countries, and it means that one's emotions are on the verge of boiling over. In some Latin American countries, such as Mexico, hot chocolate, is made not with milk, but with near-boiling water instead.

STRANGERS THINGS West End Play Could Hint at 'What Comes Next' in Netflix Series
STRANGERS THINGS West End Play Could Hint at 'What Comes Next' in Netflix Series
July 5, 2023

While the teaser does not give away any specific plot details, it showcases flashbacks from the series before displaying an empty theatre with the words: 'The beginning of the Stranger Things story might hold the key to what comes next.' Watch the video teaser and find out how you can get tickets now!

Video: DJ Snake Reveals Video for 'West Side Story'
Video: DJ Snake Reveals Video for 'West Side Story'
July 5, 2023

The irresistibly funky ‘West Side Story’ (released June 16th via Interscope) - already proving to be festival gold and the star of the McDonald's x DJ SNAKE France campaign - combines a propulsive groove, deep, syrupy bass, and neon-glowing synth keys with wailing chords, sweet vocoder harmonies, and a feel-good message. Watch the video!

Paradime Drops New Singles 'Rope Chain Music' and 'The Reign'
Paradime Drops New Singles 'Rope Chain Music' and 'The Reign'
July 5, 2023

The acclaimed songwriter and producer follows up his monumental return with hard-hitting singles “Rope Chain Music” and “The Reign,” out now on Mello Music Group.“Rope Chain Music” is a grimy boombap record. Produced by Chanes, the nostalgic sample-driven beat lit a fire in Paradime to rap.

Video: Bernadette Peters Dances Her Way onto LIVE! to Discuss Broadway Barks
Video: Bernadette Peters Dances Her Way onto LIVE! to Discuss Broadway Barks
July 5, 2023

Bernadette Peters made quite the entrance on Live! With Kelly and Mark this morning to discuss the upcoming Broadway Barks! The Tony winning Broadway legend showed off her dance moves when she first entered the stage to see Kelly Ripa and Mark Conseulos. Watch video clips from Peters' appearance on the show now!

Sydney Sprague to Release New Album 'somebody in hell loves you' in September
Sydney Sprague to Release New Album 'somebody in hell loves you' in September
July 5, 2023

“overkill” is the second single to be released from the new album. In May she released the single and music video for “smiley face” – the first taste of what is to come from ‘somebody in hell loves you’. The anticipation stems from the wild success of her debut album ‘maybe i will see you at the end of the world.’

Julie Byrne's New Album 'The Greater Wings' out on Friday
Julie Byrne's New Album 'The Greater Wings' out on Friday
July 5, 2023

The album is a testament to patience and determination. A self-taught musician that has committed her life to her work, she now emerges from a deeply trying and generative period with the most powerful, lustrous, and life-affirming music of her career, as evidenced by the album’s singles “Summer Glass,” “The Greater Wings,” and “Moonless.”

McKOWSKI Releases Cinematic New Single 'Lake'
McKOWSKI Releases Cinematic New Single 'Lake'
July 5, 2023

McKowski’s debut solo album will promise 10 purely instrumental tracks of atmospheric folk and otherworldly soundscapes destined to seep into your soul. Intending to guide listeners through a haunting universe of sounds known only as ‘The Boneyard’, he opens its gates with its leading track “Lake”.

Video: Mura Masa Shares 'Drugs' Video Starring Daniela Lalita
Video: Mura Masa Shares 'Drugs' Video Starring Daniela Lalita
July 5, 2023

Mura Masa shares the video for his single, “Drugs,” directed by The Reids. “Drugs,” released via Mura Masa’s own Pond Recordings last month, follows “Whenever I Want,” as well as recent production work on the chart-topping, global hit, “Boy’s a liar Pt. 2” with PinkPantheress and Ice Spice, plus tracks with Shygirl, Oklou, Eliza Rose and more.

Beverly Glenn-Copeland Announces North American Tour Dates
Beverly Glenn-Copeland Announces North American Tour Dates
July 5, 2023

Beverly Glenn-Copeland has announced a set of North American tour dates where he’ll play live for the first time in several years. He’ll cover selections from his entire catalog and invite special guests along the way. Glenn-Copeland will kick off the tour with performances in Toronto on October 15th and Montreal on October 18th.

CHOPPED: ALL-AMERICAN SHOWDOWN Returns to Food Network on July 11
CHOPPED: ALL-AMERICAN SHOWDOWN Returns to Food Network on July 11
July 5, 2023

Hosted by Ted Allen, each episode of the tournament features four chefs from one of the four regions of the country. The chefs are challenged to utilize the basket of mystery ingredients and create dishes to a panel of judges- Eric Adjepong, Scott Conant, Cassidee Dabney, Amanda Freitag, Gregory Gourdet, Alex Guarnaschelli and Geoffrey Zakarian.

My Ugly Clementine Release New Song 'Would Do It Again'
My Ugly Clementine Release New Song 'Would Do It Again'
July 5, 2023

With 'Would Do It Again,' the band presents a new musical face. An ode to self-acceptance and trusting in one's own decisions, the song is an indie rock song with slacker vibes. Both sonically and thematically, it's the perfect soundtrack for a spontaneous road trip without a plan or destination. Watch the music video now!

Video: Watch Jake Shears Perform 'Too Much Music' On 'Live With Kelly & Mark'
Video: Watch Jake Shears Perform 'Too Much Music' On 'Live With Kelly & Mark'
July 5, 2023

Following the recent release of his celebrated new album Last Man Dancing, an explosive performance at Glastonbury and recent opening tour supporting Duran Duran, Jake has appeared on television on ‘Live With Kelly & Mark’ for their fourth of July special performing “Too Much Music” and playing a game. Watch the video of the performance now!

WHAM! Release 'Club Tropicana' (Balearic Breeze Remix)
WHAM! Release 'Club Tropicana' (Balearic Breeze Remix)
July 5, 2023

WHAM! share a brand-new remix of their iconic 1983 hit single ‘Club Tropicana’. Produced by British DJ, producer, and artist Sigala and multi-instrumentalist, producer extraordinaire Manovski, the remix is released as part of WHAM!’s 40th anniversary celebrations and on the same day as WHAM! The Documentary hits streaming giant Netflix.



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