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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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THE AFTERPARTY to Return to Apple TV+ in July
THE AFTERPARTY to Return to Apple TV+ in July
April 11, 2023

Stars Tiffany Haddish, Sam Richardson and Zoë Chao return for season two, which will introduce a new case, new film genres and an expanded cast of characters played by Elizabeth Perkins, Zach Woods, Paul Walter Hauser, Poppy Liu, Anna Konkle, Jack Whitehall, Vivian Wu, John Cho and Ken Jeong.

Peter Frampton Confirms 'Never Say Never' Nationwide Tour
Peter Frampton Confirms 'Never Say Never' Nationwide Tour
April 11, 2023

Peter Frampton is one of the most celebrated artists and guitarists in rock history. In 2007, Frampton won a Grammy for Best Pop Instrumental Album for Fingerprints and in 2014 was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame. He received the prestigious Les Paul Innovation Award from NAMM’s TEC Awards in 2019.

Rufus Wainwright Shares 'Heading For Home (Feat. John Legend)'
Rufus Wainwright Shares 'Heading For Home (Feat. John Legend)'
April 11, 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.

HBO's HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Begins Production On Season Two
HBO's HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Begins Production On Season Two
April 11, 2023

Production has commenced on the second season of HBO Original drama series HOUSE OF THE DRAGON at Leavesden Studios in the United Kingdom. Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, set 200 years before the events of “Game of Thrones,” tells the story of House Targaryen.

M. Byrd Releases New Song 'Only a Feeling'
M. Byrd Releases New Song 'Only a Feeling'
April 11, 2023

German-based singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer M. Byrd has released his manically ethereal new single “Only A Feeling.” Powered by a vintage OP1 drum machine, the track features airy guitars weaving around a steady beat as he tries to capture the essence of a panic attack in a song. 

La Sécurité Uncork 'Anyway' & Announce Debut LP 'Stay Safe!'
La Sécurité Uncork 'Anyway' & Announce Debut LP 'Stay Safe!'
April 11, 2023

The track comes complete with a music video directed by the band. Indulging in VHS aesthetics, the video displays La Sécurité’s exuberant spirit, and eye for stylization. Following the 2022 release of their debut singles “Suspens” and “Try Again,”  the song comes on the heels of the group’s appearance as an official artist at this year’s SXSW.

Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna's Jorma Kaukonen Announces 'Live At The Bottom Line'
Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna's Jorma Kaukonen Announces 'Live At The Bottom Line'
April 11, 2023

Guitarist Jorma Kaukonen is a renaissance man. As co-founder of Jefferson Airplane in the mid-’60s, he was a driving force through the sounds of the Summer of Love and beyond. His side project, Hot Tuna – with Airplane bassist Jack Casady – transitioned from their initial acoustic-based repertoire and became an electric, live powerhouse.

Dorthia Cottrell Shares 'Take Up Serpents' From Forthcoming Album 'Death Folk Country'
Dorthia Cottrell Shares 'Take Up Serpents' From Forthcoming Album 'Death Folk Country'
April 11, 2023

Cottrell envisions her music as both a document of love and a reconciliation with death. On her forthcoming album, Death Folk Country, Cottrell wards off death through creation - the most distilled form of love. The spirit of love passed on through her words will be the ultimate reward for earthly suffering.

PARDONER Announce New Album & Share Lead Single 'Are You Free Tonight?'
PARDONER Announce New Album & Share Lead Single 'Are You Free Tonight?'
April 11, 2023

Lead single “Are You Free Tonight?” provides a clear mission statement from the band, careening wildly from warmly nostalgic alt-rock to frantic punk, moving away from prior efforts to mix disparate genres together and instead juxtaposing them sharply against each other. Plus, check out tour dates!

Cosmic Kitten Share 'Songbird' From Upcoming Album 'Laugh of a Lifetime'
Cosmic Kitten Share 'Songbird' From Upcoming Album 'Laugh of a Lifetime'
April 11, 2023

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

SZA Expands 'S.O.S. Tour' With New U.S. & European Dates
SZA Expands 'S.O.S. Tour' With New U.S. & European Dates
April 11, 2023

Following her incredibly successful 17-city sold out run, Grammy-award-winning music trendsetter and icon SZA will continue her touring trek with ten new dates in Europe, including shows in Manchester, Glasgow, London, and Dublin. As well as twenty-one additional dates across North America due to incredible fan demand.

Joe Perry Announces New Album 'Sweetzerland Manifesto MKII' & Shares New Single 'Fortunate One'
Joe Perry Announces New Album 'Sweetzerland Manifesto MKII' & Shares New Single 'Fortunate One'
April 11, 2023

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and 4-time GRAMMY winner Joe Perry has released a new single, “Fortunate One,” featuring vocals from The Black Crowes’ Chris Robinson. Co-written and recorded in London with his sons Tony and Roman, the song contains a bluesy riff that glides over raucous piano as Robinson’s gritty delivery instantly takes hold.

Billy Idol Sets Return to Las Vegas With New Residency
Billy Idol Sets Return to Las Vegas With New Residency
April 11, 2023

Billy Idol was an early architect of the sound, style and fury of punk rock. He has sold 40 million albums while scoring numerous platinum albums worldwide, nine top 40 singles in the U.S. and 10 in the U.K. including “Dancing With Myself,” “White Wedding,” “Rebel Yell,” “Mony Mony,” “Eyes Without A Face,” “Flesh For Fantasy” and “Cradle Of Love.”

In This Moment & Motionless in White Announce 'The Dark Horizon Tour'
In This Moment & Motionless in White Announce 'The Dark Horizon Tour'
April 11, 2023

GRAMMY Award-nominated act In This Moment and hard rock giants Motionless In White have announced an epic co-headline run across North America this summer featuring special guests Fit For A King and From Ashes To New. “The Dark Horizon Tour'' will see the two bands alternating closing sets each night and performing across the country.

Photos: Kristin Chenoweth, Tituss Burgess & the SCHMIGADOON! Cast Gather in NYC
Photos: Kristin Chenoweth, Tituss Burgess & the SCHMIGADOON! Cast Gather in NYC
April 11, 2023

Last Friday, the cast of Schmigadoon! gathered for an event at the Apple store to discuss the new season. Creator Cinco Paul and cast members Ann Harada, Cecily Strong, Jane Krakowski, Keegan-Michael Key, Tituss Burgess, Alan Cumming, Aaron Tveit, and Kristin Chenoweth discussed the new episodes of the hit musical series. Check out photos now!

MagicSpace Entertainment Joins Forces with Live Events Company LiveCo
MagicSpace Entertainment Joins Forces with Live Events Company LiveCo
April 11, 2023

Based in Park City, UT, the company has produced and presented national tours, Broadway shows, concerts, museum exhibits, and sporting events worldwide for over 40 years with a powerhouse producing team focused on providing creative, marketing, and general management expertise.

Josie Cotton Shares Ennio Morricone-Inspired New Single 'Painting In Blood'
Josie Cotton Shares Ennio Morricone-Inspired New Single 'Painting In Blood'
April 11, 2023

Her new album, DAY OF THE GUN, features guest appearances by Kevin Preston (Long Shot, Prima Donna), Eddie Spaghetti (Supersuckers), Clem Burke (Blondie), and Lee Rocker (Stray Cats), Day of the Gun was recorded over a four-year time frame at Kitten Robot Studios and was produced and mixed by Josie and Paul Roessler.

Bravo to Premiere DANCING QUEENS Series in May
Bravo to Premiere DANCING QUEENS Series in May
April 11, 2023

The series follows Colette Marotto, Donie Burch, Gaëlle Benchetrit, Leonie Biggs, Pooja Mehta and Sabrina Strasser as they invest their time and money into their all-consuming passion to vie for the top spots, respect and recognition in the world of Pro-Am dance competitions. Watch a video trailer now!

Rival Sons Announce UK & EU 'Darkfighter' Tour
Rival Sons Announce UK & EU 'Darkfighter' Tour
April 11, 2023

The 2x GRAMMY Award-nominated band, known for their electrifying, well-honed live shows, will be kicking the tour off in Camden, London at the Roundhouse on Friday 13th October, just across the road from where they played their first ever European show, 12 years ago. The tour then runs through the UK, including a date at the Barrowlands in Glasgow.

The Heavy Release Soul-Drenched Single 'Without A Woman'
The Heavy Release Soul-Drenched Single 'Without A Woman'
April 11, 2023

‘Without A Woman’ follows the release of ‘Stone Cold Killer’, ‘I Feel The Love’ and ‘Hurricane Coming’, all taken from AMEN. The singles have had great support from BBC 6Music, with Craig Charles, Don Letts and Chris Hawkins all particularly big fans at the station, while they’ve also been receiving lots of airplay in the US too.



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