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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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Cynthia Weil Passes Away; 'On Broadway' Songwriter Featured in BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Was 82
Cynthia Weil Passes Away; 'On Broadway' Songwriter Featured in BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Was 82
June 2, 2023

Weil was prominently featured as a character in Beautiful: the Carole King Musical, alongside her husband and songwriting partner Barry Mann. The pair wrote several iconic songs, including “On Broadway,” “Make Your Own Kind of Music,” 'You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling,” “Walking in the Rain,” “You’re My Soul and Inspiration,” and more.

Kelly Clarkson Drops 'i hate love' With Steve Martin From 'Chemistry' Album
Kelly Clarkson Drops 'i hate love' With Steve Martin From 'Chemistry' Album
June 2, 2023

GRAMMY Award-winning global superstar Kelly Clarkson has released 'i hate love,' the a new song from her upcoming album 'chemistry.' The track features Steve Martin on the banjo. Clarkson's new album will be released later this month, also featuring a collaboration with Sheila L. Plus, watch a performance video of the song!

FAST X Original Motion Picture Score Feat. Music By Brian Tyler Is Out Now
FAST X Original Motion Picture Score Feat. Music By Brian Tyler Is Out Now
June 2, 2023

Brian Tyler, who has been part of the Fast Saga since the beginning. In addition to scoring six of the previous Fast films, Tyler has composed music for more than 100 feature films, including Avengers: Age of Ultron, Iron Man 3, Thor: The Dark World, Now You See Me, The Mummy, Crazy Rich Asians and The Super Mario Bros. Movie, among others.

Jake Shears Releases New Album 'Last Man Dancing' Featuring Kylie Minogue
Jake Shears Releases New Album 'Last Man Dancing' Featuring Kylie Minogue
June 2, 2023

Jake Shears has released his new record, Last Man Dancing. The project features the new single, a brand new collaboration with Kylie Minogue (“Voices”), plus recent singles “Too Much Music” and “I Used To be In Love”. Following a recent run of support sets in the UK with Duran Duran, Shears will take Last Man Dancing on the road this summer.

Video: Jordan E. Cooper Talks AIN'T NO MO' Tony Nominations on CBS MORNINGS
Video: Jordan E. Cooper Talks AIN'T NO MO' Tony Nominations on CBS MORNINGS
June 2, 2023

CBS Mornings continued their 'Road to the Tonys' series by spotlighting Jordan E. Cooper, who received two nominations this year for his play Ain't No Mo'. Cooper discussed how he became inspired to write, the play's pre-mature closing, earning support from stars like Lee Pace, Queen Latifah and Tyler Perry, and more. Watch the video now!

Tanya Tucker Releases New Album 'Sweet Western Sound'
Tanya Tucker Releases New Album 'Sweet Western Sound'
June 2, 2023

Produced once again by Brandi Carlile and Shooter Jennings, Sweet Western Sound reunites the award-winning trio following Tanya’s landmark 2019 album, While I’m Livin’, which reintroduced her to a new generation and went on to win the GRAMMY for Best Country Album as well as Best Country Song (“Bring My Flowers Now”). 

David Archuleta Releases New Single 'Up'
David Archuleta Releases New Single 'Up'
June 2, 2023

After hiding out the first half of 2023 masked as the Macaw on the hit show The Masked Singer, singer-songwriter David Archuleta has emerged and is now ready to share new music with the world. To celebrate his newfound confidence (and performing unmasked again), David has released his brand new single, “Up,” as well as a new lyric video.

The Chainsmokers Release New Single 'Self Destruction Mode'
The Chainsmokers Release New Single 'Self Destruction Mode'
June 2, 2023

The Chainsmokers have released their second single from the TCS5 Era, “Self Destruction Mode” with genre-bending dark rap/pop artist Bludnymph. The song, which fans have been rabid for on social media, arrives alongside an official video that was directed by Jeremiah Davis and filmed on the Santa Monica Pier.

Young The Giant Releases 'Both Sides' Acoustic EP
Young The Giant Releases 'Both Sides' Acoustic EP
June 2, 2023

The EP includes acoustic versions of “Dancing In The Rain” and “The Walk Home”, plus a special Reflections version of 'The Walk Home' and an acoustic cover of Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now.” “The Walk Home (Acoustic)” was released on May 12 alongside a music video, also filmed at Sunset Sound by Drew Dempsey.

Half Moon Run Release Anticipated New Album 'Salt'
Half Moon Run Release Anticipated New Album 'Salt'
June 2, 2023

Half Moon Run’s ability to breathe new life into ideas that’ve been with them since the start has been bolstered by the vision of ascendant producer Connor Seidel, with whom the band previously collaborated on the song “Fatal Line” on Seidel’s concept album '1969.' Salt was largely created at Seidel’s Treehouse Studio.

Purple Disco Machine Releases New Single 'Bad Company'
Purple Disco Machine Releases New Single 'Bad Company'
June 2, 2023

Containing iconic samples from ‘Ain’t He Bad’ by First Choice and ‘Fascinated’ by Company B, the German musician once again showcases his passion for the vast history of disco and supplies a contemporary twist. It embodies the spirit of club hits such as ‘Dished (Male Stripper)’, ‘Body Funk’, ‘In My Arms’, and ‘Playbox.' Watch the music video!

Sam Fischer & Meghan Trainor Release New Track 'Alright'
Sam Fischer & Meghan Trainor Release New Track 'Alright'
June 2, 2023

Australian born singer-songwriter Sam Fischer duets with global superstar Meghan Trainor for his latest release ‘Alright’. The man behind the hit tracks ‘This City’ and ‘What Other People Say’ ft Demi Lovato originally wrote the track with Meghan more than four years ago, but now it is finally seeing the light of day.

Rufus Wainwright Shares 'Folkocracy' Album With Nicole Scherzinger, David Byrne & More
Rufus Wainwright Shares 'Folkocracy' Album With Nicole Scherzinger, David Byrne & More
June 2, 2023

Folkocracy sees Wainwright joined by a spectacular lineup of friends, family members, and other special guest artists including Brandi Carlile, John Legend, David Byrne, Sheryl Crow, Nicole Scherzinger, Chaka Khan, Andrew Bird, ANOHNI, Susanna Hoffs, Van Dyke Parks, Madison Cunningham, and many more.

Madison Beer Releases 'Home to Another One' From New Album
Madison Beer Releases 'Home to Another One' From New Album
June 2, 2023

Madison Beer has released her new single “Home To Another One.' The song was written and produced by Madison and Leroy Clampitt. The single is accompanied by the aptly aesthetic video, directed by Madison & Aerin Moreno, which brings the lyrics to life as she discovers her otherworldly lover has been betraying her their entire relationship.

WAITRESS Filmed Capture to Screen in Times Square
WAITRESS Filmed Capture to Screen in Times Square
June 2, 2023

Waitress, the Musical – Live on Broadway! will make history as the first film to be broadcast in Times Square during its 2023 Tribeca Film Festival premiere. Sara Bareilles will be introducing the film and will also perform live during the Tribeca premiere at BMCC. Find out who you can watch the Waitress pro-shot in Times Square now!

Jhené Aiko & Sleep Soul Return with 'Sleep Soul: Relaxing R&B Baby Sleep Music Vol. 3' Out Now
Jhené Aiko & Sleep Soul Return with 'Sleep Soul: Relaxing R&B Baby Sleep Music Vol. 3' Out Now
June 1, 2023

Curated by Jhené, Sleep Soul: Relaxing R&B Baby Sleep Music (Vol. 3) encompasses 20 soothing tunes crafted to inspire and maintain a good night’s sleep. Vibrant R&B melodies melt into downtempo rhythms encased in warm synths tailored to receptive young ears. “Sleepy Bear Soothing Serenade” opens the album with mesmerizing echoes.

Video: The War And Treaty Release Performance Video for 'Dumb Luck'
Video: The War And Treaty Release Performance Video for 'Dumb Luck'
June 1, 2023

The War And Treaty’s music video for the “vital and fiery” (HITS Magazine) song, “Dumb Luck.'  The music video puts the spotlight directly on the chill inducing vocals of Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, as they sing a pleading prayer for humility with spirit-swelling Gospel grit.

Video: Watch 'The Scuttlebutt' By Daveed Diggs & Awkwafina in THE LITTLE MERMAID
Video: Watch 'The Scuttlebutt' By Daveed Diggs & Awkwafina in THE LITTLE MERMAID
June 1, 2023

Disney has released the music video for 'The Scuttlebutt' from The Little Mermaid, sung by Awkwafina and Daveed Diggs. The Little Mermaid is now playing in theaters. The film's soundtrack, which features three new songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Alan Menken, is also now available.

Video: Watch Jonathan Bailey & Matt Bomer in FELLOW TRAVELERS Series Teaser Trailer
Video: Watch Jonathan Bailey & Matt Bomer in FELLOW TRAVELERS Series Teaser Trailer
June 1, 2023

The eight-episode drama is created by Oscar nominee Ron Nyswaner (HOMELAND) and stars Matt Bomer (The Normal Heart, The Boys in the Band), Jonathan Bailey (Wicked movie), Jelani Alladin (Frozen on Broadway), Allison Williams (Get Out, Peter Pan Live) and Noah J. Ricketts (Beautiful: the Carole King Musical). Watch the video trailer now!

Ginger Minj Launches 'I Am What I Am' Campaign Benefitting ACLU Drag Defense Fund
Ginger Minj Launches 'I Am What I Am' Campaign Benefitting ACLU Drag Defense Fund
June 1, 2023

Drag queen and multi-talented entertainer Ginger Minj is kicking off Pride month with the release of her cover and a powerful video for the iconic song “I Am What I Am,” originally introduced in the Broadway musical La Cage aux Folles, alongside a nationwide campaign of the same name, Thursday, June 1.



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