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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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BBC AMERICA Broadcasts The Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla Live on Saturday
BBC AMERICA Broadcasts The Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla Live on Saturday
May 3, 2023

BBC AMERICA will broadcast The Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla LIVE. His Majesty King Charles III will be crowned alongside The Queen Consort in a Coronation at Westminster Abbey, the first to take place in 70-years. They will arrive at the Abbey in procession from Buckingham Palace known as ‘The King’s Procession.’

Skating Polly Share New Single 'I'm Sorry For Always Apologizing'
Skating Polly Share New Single 'I'm Sorry For Always Apologizing'
May 3, 2023

Skating Polly share “I’m Sorry For Always Apologizing” – a deceptively joyous rock song that is accompanied by the official music video directed by Christian Papierniak. The multiple award-winning director, producer, and writer best known for his hit Indie feature film Izzy Gets the F*ck Across Town brings the track to life with a humorous touch.

Rufus Wainwright Shares 'Harvest' Featuring Andrew Bird And Chris Stills
Rufus Wainwright Shares 'Harvest' Featuring Andrew Bird And Chris Stills
May 3, 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.

Mick Harvey & Amanda Acevedo Share Interpretation Of 'Love Is A Battlefield'
Mick Harvey & Amanda Acevedo Share Interpretation Of 'Love Is A Battlefield'
May 3, 2023

In LA they worked with Alain Johannes (Eleven, Mark Lanegan, Queens of the Stone Age) recording most of the vocals at Norm Block’s Happy Ending studios in Silverlake. Harvey finished mixing the album and coordinated the mastering with local legend Mikey Young before Acevedo returned to Mexico. Plus, check out tour dates!

Listen: Hear the SCHMIGADOON! Season 2 Soundtrack With Kristin Chenoweth, Dove Cameron & More
Listen: Hear the SCHMIGADOON! Season 2 Soundtrack With Kristin Chenoweth, Dove Cameron & More
May 3, 2023

The album’s 26 vocal tracks are performed throughout the series’ 6 episodes by returning stars Cecily Strong, Keegan-Michael Key, Ariana DeBose, Martin Short, Dove Cameron, Jaime Camil, Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Cumming, Ann Harada, Jane Krakowski, and Aaron Tveit as well as season two newcomers Tituss Burgess and Patrick Page.

Ani Cordero Shares 'One Hundred Years (de un siglo a aquí)' Single
Ani Cordero Shares 'One Hundred Years (de un siglo a aquí)' Single
May 3, 2023

The album version of the song is trilingual, with a chant of Taíno words “Borikén” (the original name of Puerto Rico) and “Ni Yara” (place of water) casting a spell and the song switching from English verses to Spanish choruses. It’s a message of reassurance and resilience. Ani will also release versions in English and Spanish.

quickly, quickly Share New Single 'Falling Apart Without You'
quickly, quickly Share New Single 'Falling Apart Without You'
May 3, 2023

The new quickly, quickly EP finds Portland, Oregon’s Graham Jonson back in his home studio, engrossed in ‘60s psychedelic soul music, imagining some bygone era where it was all about the drum sounds and tape decay. He calls it Easy Listening; the songs are short and inviting, modest yet loaded with ideas.

Cosmic Kitten Share 'Live By The Sea' From 'Laugh of a Lifetime' Album
Cosmic Kitten Share 'Live By The Sea' From 'Laugh of a Lifetime' Album
May 3, 2023

The song follows on the heels of the LP’s lead single, “Some Fascination,” the album’s title track, “Songbird” and “All The World.” Laugh of a Lifetime was recorded by Pedro Mancillas, Steve Moriarty (The Gits) and mastered by Jack Endino (Nirvana).

GIRL SCOUT Release New Single 'Monster'
GIRL SCOUT Release New Single 'Monster'
May 3, 2023

Girl Scout took SXSW by storm this year, emerging as one of the most exciting new bands in Austin. The Swedish 4-piece are continuing their impressive, buzz worthy run with a new song and video “Monster” out now. Watch the music video now!

You Me At Six Announce US Tour Dates
You Me At Six Announce US Tour Dates
May 3, 2023

This will be You Me At Six’s first US headline tour since 2019. The band will be joined by alt-pop multimedia artist  MOTHICA and post-hardcore band Wolf & Bear. The tour will kick off Friday, September 22 in New York, NY, and will include festival appearances at  Louder Than Life in Louisville, KY, and Aftershock in Sacramento, CA.  

Old Crow Medicine Show Announces 'Live At Third Man' LP
Old Crow Medicine Show Announces 'Live At Third Man' LP
May 3, 2023

Entering their 25th year, the GRAMMY Award-winning band Old Crow Medicine Show merges profound introspection with the rapturous string band revival sound that has made them one of the most influential and respected groups. Their critically acclaimed seventh studio album Paint This Town released last year.

Bethany Cosentino to Release Debut Solo Album 'Natural Disaster'
Bethany Cosentino to Release Debut Solo Album 'Natural Disaster'
May 3, 2023

The album matches her signature lyrical reflections that made her one of the defining voices of the mid-Aughts with a radiant form of pop-rock inspired by many of her most essential influences (powerhouse singer/songwriter/guitarists like Bonnie Raitt and Sheryl Crow, ’90s country icons, the female-led acts on the lineup to Lilith Fair).

Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors Release 'That's On You, That's On Me' b/w 'Troubles'
Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors Release 'That's On You, That's On Me' b/w 'Troubles'
May 3, 2023

Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors release the swagger filled single “That’s On You, That's On Me” backed with the lonesome “Troubles.” The new double single makes room for barrelhouse piano, slide guitar, and the greasy grit of a juke joint rock band and comes on the heels of the announcement of the band’s fall US headline tour.

Sky Ferreira Announces West Coast Tour Dates
Sky Ferreira Announces West Coast Tour Dates
May 3, 2023

The tour is part of LA promoter Minty Boi's 5th Anniversary celebration. Minty Boi is an independent promoter based in Los Angeles, spreading its footprint in markets such as Los Angeles, New York, and greater SoCal. Minty Boi has presented shows by everyone from 100 Gecs, Lightning Bolt, Soul Glo, Ethel Cain, Eyedress and many, many more.

Wolf Eyes Announce 'Dreams In Splattered Lines' LP
Wolf Eyes Announce 'Dreams In Splattered Lines' LP
May 3, 2023

Wolf Eyes (the Michigan-based experimental sound and visual art collective currently led by Nate Young and John Olson) announced Dreams In Splattered Lines, their first widely-distributed non-compilation album in six years. It includes 'Engaged Withdrawal,” “My Whole Life,” & “Days Decay' from the upcoming full-length.

PBS to Offer BBC Coverage of The Coronation
PBS to Offer BBC Coverage of The Coronation
May 3, 2023

The live coverage of the crowning of King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla at Westminster Abbey is only the second time in British history that the event has been televised. Additional coverage of the first coronation service in 70 years will provide viewers with a front-row seat on the ceremonial route from Buckingham Palace.

Netflix Renews SWEET TOOTH for Season 3
Netflix Renews SWEET TOOTH for Season 3
May 3, 2023

Netflix has renewed Sweet Tooth for a third and concluding final season, which was already filmed in New Zealand. The series is produced by Warner Bros. Television. Season two premiered with an impressive 48.3 million hours viewed during its first four days of release.

Video: Kim Petras Drops 'Alone' Music Video With Nicki Minaj
Video: Kim Petras Drops 'Alone' Music Video With Nicki Minaj
May 3, 2023

The video sees the duo embodying a man’s ultimate fantasies to figure out how to finally get him all alone while making references to multiple club classics such as Eric Prydz’s “Call on Me,” Alex Gaudino’s “Destination Calabria,” and Fedde Le Grand’s “Put Your Hands Up For Detroit.” Watch the new music video now!

Nils Lofgren to Share New Album 'Mountains' feat. Neil Young, David Crosby, Ringo Starr & More
Nils Lofgren to Share New Album 'Mountains' feat. Neil Young, David Crosby, Ringo Starr & More
May 3, 2023

The album’s first single “Ain’t The Truth Enough,” featuring Ringo Starr on drums, was written in the wake of the January 6th insurrection and reckons with the ways that misinformation and demagoguery can tear families apart and silo us in our own realities. Mountains is now available for pre-order.

DANCING WITH THE STARS Will Return to ABC This Fall
DANCING WITH THE STARS Will Return to ABC This Fall
May 3, 2023

“Dancing with the Stars” will make history once again becoming the first series to simulcast across both ABC and Disney+ for its upcoming 32nd season, and will be available the next day on Hulu. Beginning this fall, the beloved show will reach audiences across multiple Disney platforms in their respective time zones. 



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