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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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Video: Watch Lady Gaga Perform 'Hold My Hand' at the Oscars
Video: Watch Lady Gaga Perform 'Hold My Hand' at the Oscars
March 12, 2023

Lady Gaga made a last-minute appearace at the Oscars to perform a stripped-back version of her nominated original song, 'Hold My Hand' from Top Gun: Maverick. Lady Gaga won her first Oscar in 2019 for Best Original Song for 'Shallow' from A Star Is Born. She is nominated this year in the same category for 'Hold My Hand.' Watch the video now!

Video: Stephanie Hsu & David Byrne Perform 'This Is A Life' From EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE at the Oscars
Video: Stephanie Hsu & David Byrne Perform 'This Is A Life' From EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE at the Oscars
March 12, 2023

Broadway alums David Byrne and Stephanie Hsu united to perform 'This Is A Life' from 'Everything Everywhere All at Once' with Son Lux at the 95th Oscars. Byrne was the founding member, lead singer and guitarist for the Talking Heads. Hsu has been seen on Broadway in Be More Chill and SpongeBob Squarepants. Watch a video of the performance now!

Photos: Stephanie Hsu, Ariana DeBose & More Walk the Oscars Red Carpet
Photos: Stephanie Hsu, Ariana DeBose & More Walk the Oscars Red Carpet
March 12, 2023

Check out photos of Ariana DeBose, Stephanie Hsu, Michelle Yeoh, Cate Blanchett, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Jessica Chastain, Halle Bailey, Melissa McCarthy, Angela Bassett, Janelle Monáe, Samuel L. Jackson, and more on the 2023 Oscars red carpet now!

Video: Watch THE LITTLE MERMAID Official Trailer Featuring Melissa McCarthy, Daveed Diggs & More
Video: Watch THE LITTLE MERMAID Official Trailer Featuring Melissa McCarthy, Daveed Diggs & More
March 12, 2023

Disney has debuted the official trailer for Rob Marshall's live-action reimagining of 'The Little Mermaid.' Starring Halle Bailey as Ariel, the new trailer features a full look at Melissa McCarthy as Ursula the Sea Witch, plus Tony winner Daveed Diggs voicing Sebastian. Watch the new video trailer and check out the official poster photo now!

Video: Watch Meryl Streep in the ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season Three Teaser
Video: Watch Meryl Streep in the ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season Three Teaser
March 12, 2023

Check out the first look at season three of Hulu's acclaimed original comedy series, 'Only Murders in the Building.' The teaser shows a sneak peek at guest star and Oscar-winner Meryl Streep in the new season. The new season will also feature Ashley Park, Jesse Williams, Paul Rudd, Andrea Martin, and more. Watch the new teaser below!

Son Rompe Pera Releases Second Album 'Chimborazo'
Son Rompe Pera Releases Second Album 'Chimborazo'
March 10, 2023

Chimborazo was recorded at Mambo Negro studio over 7 days in 2022, and produced by Colombian Producer Mario Galeano (Frente Cumbiero, Ondatrópica, Los Pirañas). Mambo Negro is as much of a home as it is a studio, fostering a community of musicians that wander freely through the space- many of whom ended up contributing to the record.

Roe Kapara Announces Debut EP & Drops Lead Single 'Preacher'
Roe Kapara Announces Debut EP & Drops Lead Single 'Preacher'
March 10, 2023

In the past year Roe has seen his fanbase grow - in part due to his endearingly unpretentious personality, but also with his irresistibly modern swirl of indie, psych, dream pop and alternative songs. Last month he announced his signing to Epitaph with the track “Better Off” and he shares the EP’s lead single and music video, “Preacher.”

Tribe Friday Release New Single 'Swimsuit'
Tribe Friday Release New Single 'Swimsuit'
March 10, 2023

The Swedish bubblegum emo-pop band Tribe Friday released a new single, “Swimsuit”. As the first step into the Tribe Friday’s 2023 realm and mastered by Stephen Marcussen (The Rolling Stones, Nirvana, Cher), Swimsuit is a song about survivor's guilt. The track details the signs one would later see when reflecting on loss and examining one’s role.

Video: Watch 10 of Our Favorite Musical Moments at the Oscars
Video: Watch 10 of Our Favorite Musical Moments at the Oscars
March 12, 2023

With Broadway favorites like Stephanie Hsu and Brian Tyree Henry nominated for Oscars this year, check out videos of 10 times Broadway took the Oscars with glitzy performances from stars like Hugh Jackman, Kristin Chenoweth, Lea Salonga, Beyoncé, Catherina Zeta-Jones, Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Hudson, Lady Gaga, Idina Menzel, and more

Video: Billy Porter Covers Kelly Clarkson's 'Stronger' on THAT'S MY JAM
Video: Billy Porter Covers Kelly Clarkson's 'Stronger' on THAT'S MY JAM
March 10, 2023

Billy Porter is appearing on the upcoming episode of NBC's That's My Jam, alongside Patti LaBelle, Darren Criss and Sarah Hyland. The four Broadway alums will compete in a series of music, dance and trivia-based games and musical performances. Watch a video of Porter singing a Gospel rendition of Kelly Clarkson's 'Stronger' now!

Van Morrison Releases New Album 'Moving on Skiffle'
Van Morrison Releases New Album 'Moving on Skiffle'
March 10, 2023

It should come as no surprise that Van Morrison has made an album inspired by skiffle. Van Morrison’s love of skiffle dates back to his childhood. He would hang out at the famed Belfast record store Atlantic Records, where he’d hear early 20th century folk, blues and jazz from the likes of Lead Belly and Jelly Roll Morton.

Gorgon City Drop New Single Voodoo
Gorgon City Drop New Single Voodoo
March 10, 2023

Fresh off the back of fan favorite singles “Sidewindah” and “Remember,” and with 1.5 billion catalogue streams to their name, the globally celebrated UK duo Gorgon City reveal another gem called “Voodoo,” out now via Astralwerks. ”Voodoo” lays sumptuous vocal melodies over rolling bass and a heavy-hitting groove.

Rival Sons Release New Single 'Bird in the Hand'
Rival Sons Release New Single 'Bird in the Hand'
March 10, 2023

2x GRAMMY-nominated band Rival Sons have shared a new single - “Bird In The Hand” - which is available now on all streaming platforms. It stands out as the latest anthem to be unveiled from the group’s anxiously awaited new full-length album, DARKFIGHTER.

Adam Pascal, Emily Bergl & More Star in ESCAPING OHIO Film
Adam Pascal, Emily Bergl & More Star in ESCAPING OHIO Film
March 10, 2023

Broadway alums Adam Pascal, Emily Bergl, and Collin Kelly-Sordelet star in the upcoming coming of age film Escaping Ohio. Loosley based on creator Jessica Michael Davis' life, the film was originally seen as a short film of the same name.

Story of the Year Share New Album 'Tear Me to Pieces'
Story of the Year Share New Album 'Tear Me to Pieces'
March 10, 2023

Story Of The Year have announced their long-awaited sixth studio album Tear Me To Pieces, out now via SharpTone Records. Featuring eleven new tracks – including previous singles “Real Life,” “Tear Me To Pieces,” “Take The Ride,” “War,” and “2005” – the new album is distinctly, invitingly, loudly Story Of The Year.

LOVE & MARRIAGE: HUNTSVILLE to Return to OWN in April
LOVE & MARRIAGE: HUNTSVILLE to Return to OWN in April
March 10, 2023

This season will also see the addition of three new personalities to the group – beauty maven Stormi Steele and her husband Courtney Beasley, plus Tisha’s cousin Keke Jabbar. The new episodes will follow the group as they navigate their businesses, friendships and relationships in Huntsville, Alabama.

girlfriends Drops Brand New Single 'Over My Dead Body'
girlfriends Drops Brand New Single 'Over My Dead Body'
March 10, 2023

girlfriends (Travis Mills & Nick Gross) have released their brand new single, “Over My Dead Body” out via Big Noise. Produced by Andrew Goldstein (Machine Gun Kelly, Papa Roach, blackbear), the catchy track referencing the raw past of a toxic relationship brings a cathartic release with melodic emotional intensity paired with newly found freedom.

Echosmith Releases New Single 'Hindsight'
Echosmith Releases New Single 'Hindsight'
March 10, 2023

'Hindsight” is a reminder to see the beauty in the present and not just in the rearview. With hard hitting lyrics written by Echosmith. On the track, Echosmith builds a dreamy atmosphere with front-woman Sydney Sierota’s silky vocals and effervescent production done by Noah and Jamie Sierota.

NF Debuts New Single 'Motto'
NF Debuts New Single 'Motto'
March 10, 2023

Michigan rapper NF tells it like it is on his unapologetic new single “MOTTO,” out now via NF Real Music/Virgin Music. The track finds NF at his most defiant as he dissects the state of the music industry. Ultimately, he decides to side-step trends and just do him. “MOTTO” is accompanied by a compelling visual.

Hannah Grae Releases Brand New Single 'Hell Is a Teenage Girl'
Hannah Grae Releases Brand New Single 'Hell Is a Teenage Girl'
March 10, 2023

Self-taught musician and songwriter, Hannah Grae, releases her fourth single “Hell Is A Teenage Girl.” The track, written by Hannah Grae alongside producer Rob Brinkmann, explores navigating turbulent teenage years and encapsulates the feeling of finally standing up for yourself and fighting back.



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