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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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Angelo De Augustine Opens The Door To 'Another Universe'
Angelo De Augustine Opens The Door To 'Another Universe'
April 25, 2023

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Angelo De Augustine has announced his fourth studio album, Toil and Trouble. The album’s wonderful, cosmic lead single, “Another Universe,” is also out now alongside a fantastical claymation video, written/directed by De Augustine and fabricated/animated by Owen Summers.

Grian Chatten Releases Debut Solo Single 'The Score'
Grian Chatten Releases Debut Solo Single 'The Score'
April 25, 2023

Grian Chatten, of acclaimed Irish band Fontaines D.C, has shared his debut solo single, “The Score” - out now on Partisan Records. It's been a hectic but rewarding 12 months for Fontaines D.C., debuting at #1 in both the UK and Ireland with their third album, the critically acclaimed, Ivor Novello-nominated Skinty Fia.

FIFTY FIFTY Release New Single 'Cupid'
FIFTY FIFTY Release New Single 'Cupid'
April 25, 2023

History-making girl-group FIFTY FIFTY have launched their partnership with Warner Records hot on the heels of their record-breaking hit single “Cupid.” The song marks the fastest debut in history for a K-pop girl group on Billboard’s coveted Hot 100 chart and it is currently top ten on Spotify’s Global Top 50 chart.

SCREAM VI to Stream on Paramount+ April 25
SCREAM VI to Stream on Paramount+ April 25
April 24, 2023

SCREAM VI, stars Melissa Barrera (“In the Heights”), Jasmin Savoy Brown (“Yellowjackets”), Jack Champion (“Avatar: The Way of Water”), Henry Czerny (“Mission Impossible”), Mason Gooding (“Booksmart”), Liana Liberato (“The Best of Me”), Dermot Mulroney (“Insidious 3”), Jenna Ortega (“Wednesday”), Josh Segarra (“She-Hulk”), and more.

& JULIET to Perform on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS Tomorrow
& JULIET to Perform on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS Tomorrow
April 24, 2023

The cast of & Juliet will perform on Late Night With Seth Meyers tomorrow, April 25. & Juliet's story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems, all written by Max Martin and his collaborators, including 'Since U Been Gone,' 'Roar,' 'Baby One More Time,' 'Larger Than Life,' 'That's The Way It Is,' 'Can't Stop the Feeling,' and many more.

Bernadette Peters Joins LAST TRAIN TO FORTUNE Film
Bernadette Peters Joins LAST TRAIN TO FORTUNE Film
April 24, 2023

Bernadette Peters has joined the cast of Adam Rifkin’s upcoming western film, Last Train to Fortune. The film will also star Malcolm McDowell, Mary Steenburgen, James Paxton, and Laura Marano.

Warren Zeiders Extends 'Pretty Little Poison' Headlining Tour After Sold-Out Spring Run
Warren Zeiders Extends 'Pretty Little Poison' Headlining Tour After Sold-Out Spring Run
April 24, 2023

Rising country star Warren Zeiders extends his Pretty Little Poison headlining tour. The 23 new dates will feature A Thousand Horses as tour support and kick off September 15 in Buffalo, NY, and include Warren’s first headlining show at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. 

Jermaine Dupri and Curren$y to Play Concert at Webster Hall
Jermaine Dupri and Curren$y to Play Concert at Webster Hall
April 24, 2023

Grammy® Award-winning producer, songwriter, and rapper Jermaine Dupri, and New Orleans-based rapper and founder of Jet Life Recordings, Curren$y, recently announced they will showcase a live performance of their highly anticipated EP For Motivational Use Only at New York’s infamous Webster Hall on Thursday, May 4th, at 8 PM ET.

Ernest Drops 'This Fire' Headline Tour Dates
Ernest Drops 'This Fire' Headline Tour Dates
April 24, 2023

Keeping the flame burning through the end of November, the singer/songwriter sparks excitement with a blazing lineup and adding fuel, enlisting fast-rising country traditionalist Jake Worthington, 2X #1 hit songwriter John Morgan, and ERN's Cadillac Music songwriter Cody Lohden for support across.

Kandi Burruss Joins À LA CARTE For Season Two on ALLBLK
Kandi Burruss Joins À LA CARTE For Season Two on ALLBLK
April 24, 2023

Series leads Kendall Kyndall (Games People Play) and Jenna Nolen (Animal Kingdom) welcome newcomer Shani Marq (Top Five) who will assume the role of ‘Misha,’ while Kandi Burruss (Real Housewives of Atlanta, Chicago), Juan Gil (The Cypher) and Xavier Avila (Breaking) return as series regulars.

BIG MOUTH to Conclude With Season Eight on Netflix
BIG MOUTH to Conclude With Season Eight on Netflix
April 24, 2023

Big Mouth is the critically-acclaimed and Emmy-winning adult animated comedy about the glorious nightmare that is puberty. Inspired by Kroll and Goldberg’s childhood, it follows a group of friends and their hormone monsters as they navigate adolescence, human sexuality, and coming of age.

Ari Abdul Releases New Single 'You'
Ari Abdul Releases New Single 'You'
April 24, 2023

Artist on the rise Ari Abdul releases her new single “You” along with the music video via RCA Records. The beautifully haunting song is accompanied by an equally haunting visual that features a striking performance from Ari twisted in a hyper-montage of stylistically abnormal, gritty shots. 

Video: Chita Rivera Discusses New Memoir on THE VIEW
Video: Chita Rivera Discusses New Memoir on THE VIEW
April 24, 2023

A theatrical icon and one of Broadway's greatest triple-threat talents, Chita Rivera is one of the most nominated performers in Tony Award history having earned 10 nominations, won twice and she received the 2018 Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre. Watch the video of Chita Rivera on The View now!

QUEENMAKER: THE MAKING OF AN IT GIRL to Stream on Hulu in May
QUEENMAKER: THE MAKING OF AN IT GIRL to Stream on Hulu in May
April 24, 2023

Gossip blogs like Gawker and Socialite Rank went viral and began sowing chaos and paranoia among the mega-wealthy. In the midst of these drama-filled, and often cruel, publications, a mysterious website called Park Avenue Peerage debuted with nuanced insight and praise for these women that were being torn down on a daily basis.

Video: Heléne Yorke, Josh Segarra & More Star in THE OTHER TWO Season Three Trailer
Video: Heléne Yorke, Josh Segarra & More Star in THE OTHER TWO Season Three Trailer
April 24, 2023

Watch the new video trailer for the third season of The Other Two, which features Broadway alums Heléne Yorke, Josh Segarra, and Molly Shannon. As previously reported, the new season will also feature Ben Platt, Edie Falco, Richard Kind, and Kate Berlant.

Hardy + Lainey Wilson Are #1 at Country Radio With 'Wait in the Truck'
Hardy + Lainey Wilson Are #1 at Country Radio With 'Wait in the Truck'
April 24, 2023

Cementing their game-changing duet in the history books of country music's rich story song catalog, HARDY and Lainey Wilson are #1 on the Mediabase country chart now with platinum-certified hit, “wait in the truck.” “wait in the truck” earned three nominations at the 2023 ACM Awards for Song Of The Year, Music Event Of The Year, and more.

GUM + Ambrose Kenny-Smith (King Gizzard and The Lizard Wizard) Release A/B-Side Single, 'Minor Setback' / 'Old Transistor Radio'
GUM + Ambrose Kenny-Smith (King Gizzard and The Lizard Wizard) Release A/B-Side Single, 'Minor Setback' / 'Old Transistor Radio'
April 24, 2023

GUM and Kenny-Smith have accumulated a wealth of experience through years of creating, producing and touring amongst some of the world’s most prolific bands. Produced between stints in Tame Impala and Pond and following five acclaimed solo albums, GUM lays down the stomping and vibrant foundation for Kenny-Smith’s expressive, soulful vocals.

Souls Extolled Announce Six-Date Texas Tour With Los Alcos
Souls Extolled Announce Six-Date Texas Tour With Los Alcos
April 24, 2023

Formed in Austin, TX, Los Alcos Familia Banda blends Latin-Psych, Space-Funk, & Groovy-Rock into a spicy, energetic fusion. Papa David Alcocer shreds Santana-style guitars. AlexAlco wildly plays an inventive, multi-instrumental setup. Vanessa Burden brings a velvety, deeply emotive voice & passionate songwriting.

Valley Share Third Single Off Their Upcoming Sophomore Album 'Break for You'
Valley Share Third Single Off Their Upcoming Sophomore Album 'Break for You'
April 24, 2023

JUNO nominated, alternative-pop band Valley - Rob Laska, Michael 'Mickey' Brandolino, Alex Dimauro, and Karah James - share their steadfast new single “Break For You” through Capitol Records/Universal Music Canada. “Break For You” arrives as the third single from the band’s upcoming sophomore album Lost In Translation.

Jackson Wang Release New Single 'Cheetah'
Jackson Wang Release New Single 'Cheetah'
April 24, 2023

The track's lively, jazz-infused rhythm is produced by Jacob Ray (NIKI, Rich Brian, and Alison Wonderland) and MAX (Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, and The Weeknd). Listen to “Cheetah” now and watch the accompanying music video, directed by Jackson Wang and Sean Lew.



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