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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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Instrumental Psych Rockers NIGHT FISHING Announce Debut EP 'Live Bait'
Instrumental Psych Rockers NIGHT FISHING Announce Debut EP 'Live Bait'
March 14, 2023

Brutal Panda Recordswill release 'Live Bait', the debut EP from Denver, CO’s NIGHT FISHING. Comprised of four seasoned Rocky Mountain Road Dogs (members of Call of the Void, Green Druid, Abrams, Muscle Beach), NIGHT FISHING exist to explore the boundaries of improvisation, mood and structure within the realms of heavy, instrumental sound. 

Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, Kelsea Ballerina & More to Perform on the CMT Awards
Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, Kelsea Ballerina & More to Perform on the CMT Awards
March 14, 2023

Blake Shelton, Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Keith Urban, co-host Kelsea Ballerini and Lainey Wilson are the first round of superstars added to the lineup, joining previously announced performers Carrie Underwood and co-host Kane Brown & wife Katelyn Brown at the 2023 CMT MUSIC AWARDS.

Sixthman & Joe Bonamassa Announce Lineup for Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea IX
Sixthman & Joe Bonamassa Announce Lineup for Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea IX
March 14, 2023

BLUES ALIVE AT SEA IX will feature live performances and unforgettable collaborations by such blues-rock icons as Joe Bonamassa, Grace Potter, Black Country Communion, Marshall Tucker Band, John Oates, King King, Jimmy Vivino, Jackie Venson, Brandon “Taz” Niederauer, Daddy Long Legs, Jack Barksdale, with many more to be announced.

THE ARTIFICE GIRL Starring Lance Henriksen Lands Acquisition
THE ARTIFICE GIRL Starring Lance Henriksen Lands Acquisition
March 14, 2023

It was announced that XYZ Films has acquired North American rights to Franklin Ritch’s critically acclaimed sci-fi film THE ARTIFICE GIRL, following its US premiere at South by Southwest Film Festival. The film stars Tatum Matthews (THE WALTONS: HOMECOMING), Lance Henriksen (ALIENS), Sinda Nichols, David Girard, and Ritch.

HGTV Greenlights WHAT'S WRONG WITH THAT HOUSE? Series
HGTV Greenlights WHAT'S WRONG WITH THAT HOUSE? Series
March 14, 2023

HGTV has picked up What’s Wrong With That House?, a new series featuring popular Home Inspector Joe stars Joe Mazza and his go-to designer Noel Gatts. During the eight-episode series, Joe, a licensed home inspector with more than 20 years of construction experience, will help clients uncover and repair any hidden issues in their homes.

A GRAMMY SALUTE TO THE BEACH BOYS to Premiere in April
A GRAMMY SALUTE TO THE BEACH BOYS to Premiere in April
March 14, 2023

The Beach Boys members Al Jardine, Bruce Johnston, Mike Love, David Marks, and Brian Wilson are featured guests. In addition to the musical performances, the special features appearances by Drew Carey, Tom Hanks, Jimmy Jam, Elton John, Harvey Mason jr., Bruce Springsteen, and John Stamos. Performers include John Legend, Pentatonix, and more.

Goose Announce Fall Headline Run
Goose Announce Fall Headline Run
March 14, 2023

The newly announced dates begin September 16 at Detroit, MI’s Masonic Temple Theatre and include Santa Barbara, CA’s Santa Barbara Bowl (September 29) and two-night stands at Oakland, CA’s Fox Theater (September 25-26) and Morrison, CO’s world-famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre (October 5-6).

Guns N' Roses, Tool, Avenged Sevenfold, Korn & 90+ More Bands Announced For Aftershock 2023
Guns N' Roses, Tool, Avenged Sevenfold, Korn & 90+ More Bands Announced For Aftershock 2023
March 14, 2023

The West Coast’s Biggest Rock Festival, Aftershock, grows even more in 2023 with its most packed lineup yet offering 95-plus bands over four full days, led by headliners Guns N’ Roses, Tool, Avenged Sevenfold and Korn. The destination event, held at Discovery Park in Sacramento, CA, builds on last year’s record-setting success.

Kali Uchis' New Album Debuts at #4 on Billboard 200
Kali Uchis' New Album Debuts at #4 on Billboard 200
March 14, 2023

Grammy-winning artist Kali Uchis’ new album Red Moon In Venus debuts at #4 on the Billboard 200, marking Uchis’ first top 10 charting album. Red Moon In Venus is out now via Geffen Records to widespread critical acclaim. Additionally, Uchis is nominated for Best Artist – Pop at this year’s Latin American Music Awards.

Avenged Sevenfold Make Triumphant Return With New Single 'Nobody'
Avenged Sevenfold Make Triumphant Return With New Single 'Nobody'
March 14, 2023

The triumphant track and its accompanying stop-motion video offer the first taste of the Huntington Beach, CA band's forthcoming eighth album, Life Is But a Dream..., which drops June 2. Watch the new video directed by award-winning director Chris Hopewell, for 'Nobody' now. 

¿Téo? Shares New Single 'Final Step' From Forthcoming Album
¿Téo? Shares New Single 'Final Step' From Forthcoming Album
March 14, 2023

On Friday night ¿Téo? played to a sold-out room at Brooklyn’s Music Hall of Williamsburg and tonight he continues his headline North American “Sol & Luna” tour with a stop in Montreal for a show at Bar Le Ritz. The tour concludes in San Francisco on March 29 with a sold-out show at the Rickshaw Stop.

WICKED: PART ONE Film Shifts Release Date to Thanksgiving 2024
WICKED: PART ONE Film Shifts Release Date to Thanksgiving 2024
March 14, 2023

The first Wicked movie will be released earlier than expected! It stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Grammy Winner Ariana Grande as Glinda, Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, alongside Ethan Slater as Boq, Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum as Madame Morrible and the Wizard, respectively, and Marissa Bode as Nessarose. Plus, check out the films official logo!

HARRISON Announces New Album ft. Kadhja Bonet, Guilty Simpson, MED & More
HARRISON Announces New Album ft. Kadhja Bonet, Guilty Simpson, MED & More
March 14, 2023

Harrison announces his self-produced third album Birds, Bees, The Clouds & The Trees. Birds, Bees, The Clouds & The Trees demonstrates the evolution of the Toronto-based artist’s sound since releasing his first two albums, as well as Harrison’s recent composition work on video games (Nintendo Switch’s LOUD) and commercials (NERF, Play-Doh).

Sydney Palmieri Lands MTV's Brand Spankin' New For 4 Straight Weeks
Sydney Palmieri Lands MTV's Brand Spankin' New For 4 Straight Weeks
March 14, 2023

The track was produced by the legendary Academy Award-winning and Grammy nominated producer Keith Thomas (Selena, Vanessa Williams, Amy Grant, Whitney Houston to name a few.) This single brings a blend of the intense emotions of anger and frustration that can occur through an ugly break up.

Mike Gordon Announces New Album & Shares First Song
Mike Gordon Announces New Album & Shares First Song
March 14, 2023

Produced by Gordon, recorded by longtime collaborator Jared Slomoff, and mixed by GRAMMY® Award-winning engineer Shawn Everett (Alabama Shakes, The War on Drugs), Flying Games is heralded by the premiere of the high velocity new single, “Tilting,” available now at all DSPs and streaming services.

Midwife & Vyva Melinkolya Announce 'Orbweaving'
Midwife & Vyva Melinkolya Announce 'Orbweaving'
March 14, 2023

At night, Angel and Madeline went Herping (a term used by herpetologists to describe looking for snakes and amphibians) along the empty roads near Las Cruces. The asphalt retains heat from the day, and the snakes absorb the warmth by writhing across the pavement. They found rattlesnakes, roadkill, and orb-weaver spiders.

Burt Hussell Announces Tim Lefrebvre-produced 'High Desert' LP
Burt Hussell Announces Tim Lefrebvre-produced 'High Desert' LP
March 14, 2023

The album was recorded at Sonic Ranch Studios. Hussell’s band on the album features bass player Tim Lefrebvre (David Bowie, The Black Crowes, Tedeschi Trucks Band), who also produced the album. Sonically, the LP features a grab bag of loop-based funk and psychedelic synth rock, tinged with comedic elements.

Paul Sorvino Celebrated at Jonathan Baker's 2023 Oscar Viewing Party with Icon Award
Paul Sorvino Celebrated at Jonathan Baker's 2023 Oscar Viewing Party with Icon Award
March 14, 2023

E! founder and fellow Brooklynite Larry Namer presented the 2023 Icon Award honoring Paul to his widow Dee Dee Sorvino.  The special award presentation was planned well in advance of Tinseltown's big night. Sadly, the actor was overlooked in the official 'In Memoriam' portion of  the Oscars telecast.

Hannibal Buress (Eshu Tune), Danny Brown & Paul Wall Team Up on 'Veneers' Remix
Hannibal Buress (Eshu Tune), Danny Brown & Paul Wall Team Up on 'Veneers' Remix
March 14, 2023

Previously released on his self-titled project Eshu Tune, “Veneers” is reinvented with additional vocals from fellow alternative hip-hop strongholds; Danny Brown offers his signature esoteric bars while Houston rap legend Paul Wall provides the hook. The remix is accompanied by a psychedelic video directed by Kris Merc and edited by Michael Reuter.

Grace Jones to Headline Blue Note Jazz Festival in New York City
Grace Jones to Headline Blue Note Jazz Festival in New York City
March 14, 2023

The lineup includes Grace Jones, Pat Metheny, NxWorries (Anderson .Paak and Knxwledge,) Robert Glasper, BJ The Chicago Kid and Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers, as well as a stop on legendary blues guitarist and singer Buddy Guy’s Damn Right Farewell tour. Check out the complete list of artists now!



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