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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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KENDRA SELLS HOLLYWOOD Returns For Season Two in May on Max
KENDRA SELLS HOLLYWOOD Returns For Season Two in May on Max
May 4, 2023

Kendra Wilkinson is back and this time the stakes are higher than ever. With a six-figure quota looming over Kendra’s head, she has to pull out all the stops to secure her place on the team and prove that she can sell some of the most exclusive real estate in LA. Watch the video trailer now!

KILTRO Share New Single 'All the Time in the World'
KILTRO Share New Single 'All the Time in the World'
May 4, 2023

Denver’s Kiltro share their new single “All the Time in the World,” the second song from their forthcoming album Underbelly. Kiltro are famous for their transformative live shows and they will be hitting the road next month for an extensive US tour. All dates are listed here and tickets can be purchased via the band’s website.

Grian Chatten to Release Debut Solo Album 'Chaos for the Fly'
Grian Chatten to Release Debut Solo Album 'Chaos for the Fly'
May 4, 2023

Following the release of his debut solo song “The Score,” just last week, Grian Chatten has unveiled details of his debut solo album, Chaos For The Fly. The Fontaines D.C. vocalist worked with producer Dan Carey on the record. To coincide with its announcement, a new track, “Fairlies” is streaming now with a video animated by Callum Scott-Dyson.

BATTLE ON THE BEACH to Return to HGTV With Taniya Nayak, Ty Pennington, & Alison Victoria
BATTLE ON THE BEACH to Return to HGTV With Taniya Nayak, Ty Pennington, & Alison Victoria
May 4, 2023

Three skilled teams of up-and-coming home renovators coached by celebrated mentors and design experts Taniya Nayak (Build it Forward), Ty Pennington (Rock the Block) and Alison Victoria (Windy City Rehab) will work nonstop to complete weekly renovation challenges across three seaside homes—but, this year, there’s a twist.

Deborah Twiss' Thriller SAPIOSEXUAL Acquired By Breaking Glass Pictures
Deborah Twiss' Thriller SAPIOSEXUAL Acquired By Breaking Glass Pictures
May 4, 2023

Sapiosexual... follows Three people as they gather for an 'uncoupling celebration' arranged by the aging narcissist Liam. Both Hannah and Freddie, Liam's guests as well as victims, have dark ties to his past and plenty of their own secrets.

Classic X Song 'Poor Girl' Featured in GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY Vol 3
Classic X Song 'Poor Girl' Featured in GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY Vol 3
May 4, 2023

X recently shared plans for a summer tour where they will continue to debut new music they’ve been working on for a future Fat Possum album release, along with your X favorites, of course. Exene Cervenka, John Doe, Billy Zoom, and DJ Bonebrake are hitting the road beginning June 23rd where they will be joined for seven dates by good friends.

STAR WARS: VISIONS Volume Two & YOUNG JEDI ADVENTURES Debut on Disney+
STAR WARS: VISIONS Volume Two & YOUNG JEDI ADVENTURES Debut on Disney+
May 4, 2023

In celebration of Star Wars Day, two new series from Lucasfilm, the animated anthology series “Star Wars: Visions” Volume 2 and the original animated series “Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures,” premiered on Disney+. In addition, “Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures” also airs on Disney Junior.

Ex-Moby Grape Member Peter Lewis Shares 'Frank Zappa's Ghost'
Ex-Moby Grape Member Peter Lewis Shares 'Frank Zappa's Ghost'
May 4, 2023

Imagination will be released through OMAD Records, the boutique label of the album's producer John DeNicola. Impossible to peg, Lewis also lets loose with a country waltz (“The Garden Song”), a flamenco-influenced tragedy (“La Mujer”) and a jazzy, trippy nightmare (“Frank Zappa’s Ghost”). 

Thundercat to Embark on Massive Tour
Thundercat to Embark on Massive Tour
May 4, 2023

Folks looking to catch Thundercat live now have the chance to do so at iconic venues from LA’s Greek Theatre to Red Rocks in Colorado. Prior to these headlining dates, the bassist will be performing with acts including Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Strokes, and The Mars Volta, before taking his show to Australia, Asia, and Europe later this summer.

Video: Watch SHUCKED Perform 'Best Man Wins' on the TODAY SHOW
Video: Watch SHUCKED Perform 'Best Man Wins' on the TODAY SHOW
May 4, 2023

Tony nominee Kevin Cahoon and the cast of Shucked took over the TODAY Show Plaza to perform 'Best Man Wins.' Shucked's performances are part of TODAY's Broadway Week, which also featured performances by Camelot, Some Like It Hot, and more. Watch the video of the performance now!

Video: Watch Ariana DeBose Perform the DREAMGIRLS-Inspired 'It's Over' in SCHMIGADOON!
Video: Watch Ariana DeBose Perform the DREAMGIRLS-Inspired 'It's Over' in SCHMIGADOON!
May 4, 2023

Ariana DeBose kicked off the final episode of Schmigadoon! season two by belting out 'It's Over.' The song is heavily inspired by 'Hard to Say Goodbye, My Love' from Dreamgirls. The seond season of Schmigadoon! also featured references to Chicago, Pippin, Cabaret, Sweeney Todd, and more. Watch the video of the performance now!

Video: Watch Tinsley Mortimer in QUEENMAKER: THE MAKING OF AN IT GIRL Trailer
Video: Watch Tinsley Mortimer in QUEENMAKER: THE MAKING OF AN IT GIRL Trailer
May 4, 2023

On the surface, QUEENMAKER: THE MAKING OF AN IT GIRL is a fun, nostalgic romp through the mid-2000s pop culture that dominated mainstream media and laid the foundation for current reality tv and the influencers of the social media generation. Interviews with the publicists, journalists, and, of course, socialites. Watch the video trailer now!

Video: Watch SHUCKED Perform 'Corn' on the TODAY SHOW
Video: Watch SHUCKED Perform 'Corn' on the TODAY SHOW
May 4, 2023

The cast of the Tony-nominated Broadway musical Shucked appeared on the TODAY Show this morning to perform their opening number, 'Corn.' The performance features Grey Henson, Ashley D. Kelley, Kevin Cahoon, Caroline Innerbichler, Andrew Durand, and the ensemble of Shucked. Watch the video performance now!

TEKE::TEKE Share Wistful 'Doppelganger' Single
TEKE::TEKE Share Wistful 'Doppelganger' Single
May 4, 2023

The song is accompanied by a music video created by Pelletier alongside vocalist Maya Kuroki. On a trip to Japan, chronicled in a piece with FLOOD, Maya and Sei took their camera all over Kyoto, Kamakura, and Chiba - places where they have family ties, and created the clip from those images alongside childhood footage of the band members.

GRATEFUL DEAD MEET-UP 2023 Coming to Theaters
GRATEFUL DEAD MEET-UP 2023 Coming to Theaters
May 4, 2023

Featuring the Dead’s Jerry Garcia, Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, Bill Kreutzmann, Mickey Hart, and with Bruce Hornsby and Vince Welnick on keys, the Soldier Field show was filled with fan favorites, including “Shakedown Street,” “Brown-Eyed Women,” “Playing In The Band,” “Terrapin Station,” “Dark Star,” and more. Watch the video trailer now!

Chloe Moriondo Shares Split Decision Double Single
Chloe Moriondo Shares Split Decision Double Single
May 4, 2023

Working with producers/co-writers including Oscar Scheller (Rina Sawayama, PinkPantheress, Charli XCX), David Pramik (Machine Gun Kelly, Oliver Tree), and Teddy Geiger (Caroline Polachek, Olivia O’Brien), SUCKERPUNCH signals a new era for Moriondo and marks a bold leap forward from the understated indie-pop of her 2021 offering, Blood Bunny.

ELLIE DIXON Announces New EP 'In Case of Emergency' & Shares New Single 'Dopamine'
ELLIE DIXON Announces New EP 'In Case of Emergency' & Shares New Single 'Dopamine'
May 4, 2023

Ellie previously shared “Big Lizard Energy,” another demonstration of her ability to play with words and items from her life, culminating in an intelligent brand of indie-pop. The track was BBC Radio 1's Tune of the Week for Vick & Jordan and BBC Radio 1's Future Pop Session ‘Future Bop’ as well as Jo Whiley's Tune of the Week on BBC Radio 2.

Post Malone to Receive Hal David Starlight Award at 2023 Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala
Post Malone to Receive Hal David Starlight Award at 2023 Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala
May 4, 2023

Post Malone, a Universal Music Publishing Group writer, joins the distinguished company of Lil Nas X, Halsey, Sara Bareilles, Ed Sheeran, Nick Jonas, Nate Ruess, Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds, Taylor Swift, John Legend, Alicia Keys, Ne-Yo, Drake, Benny Blanco, Jason Mraz, John Mayer, Rob Thomas, and John Rzeznik.

Tom Grennan Releases New Single 'How Does It Feel'
Tom Grennan Releases New Single 'How Does It Feel'
May 4, 2023

With further dates booked across the country starting in June. Tom was also nominated for the 2023 BRIT Award for Alternative Rock/Rock Act, marking a pivotal year and his third consecutive BRIT nomination following Song of the Year with Mastercard for his international smash hit ‘Little Bit Of Love’, and Alternative/Rock Act, at the 2022 ceremony.

THE DIRTY NIL Share New Single 'Celebration' Ahead of New Album
THE DIRTY NIL Share New Single 'Celebration' Ahead of New Album
May 4, 2023

The Dirty Nil, will drop a new album, Free Rein to Passions via Dine Alone Records. Now they further tease the album via the release of a new single, the album’s opener “Celebration.” Featuring a chugging metal riff as a subtle ode to one of The Nil’s influences, Power Trip’s late frontman Riley Gale, frontman Luke Bentham.



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