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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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Homeboy Sandman Announces 2023 European Tour Dates
Homeboy Sandman Announces 2023 European Tour Dates
February 16, 2023

Homeboy Sandman announces his upcoming Europe tour. With an abundance of releases since his last international tour, the prolific emcee will perform the new material for fans overseas. Homeboy Sandman is fresh off the release of his new album '12 Days of Christmas & Dia de Los Reyes,' the first full-length project on his imprint Dirty Looks.

Daddy Long Legs Release New Single 'Silver Satin'
Daddy Long Legs Release New Single 'Silver Satin'
February 16, 2023

Produced by Oakley Munson of the Black Lips at Old Soul Studios in Catskill, NY the band expands upon a sound that’s all their own and features guest appearances from Punk Rock legend Wreckless Eric providing backing vocals on 'Nightmare' and 'Silver Satin' and The Lovin' Spoonful's John Sebastian on 'Ding-Ding Man.' Plus, tour dates!

morgen Releases New Single 'Sick of Me'
morgen Releases New Single 'Sick of Me'
February 16, 2023

Created with writing and production duo The 87s (Mike Mac and Jordan Baum), the new track stomps up the stairs, slams the door, and rips the pages out of the diary, on her most guitar-driven track to date. “Sick of Me” arrives with a horror-inspired official video directed by Alex Kabundji.

Trapper Schoepp Releases 'Devil's Kettle' From New Album 'Siren Songs'
Trapper Schoepp Releases 'Devil's Kettle' From New Album 'Siren Songs'
February 16, 2023

Produced by John Jackson (The Jayhawks, Ray Davies) and Patrick Sansone (Wilco), these recording sessions took place at Cash's historic Cash Cabin in Hendersonville, TN where they recorded with instruments found on the storied grounds – ranging from June Carter Cash’s Steinway piano to an old railroad spike.

Jo Dee Messina Announces 'Heads Carolina, Tails California' Tour
Jo Dee Messina Announces 'Heads Carolina, Tails California' Tour
February 16, 2023

The tour is an ode to Messina’s debut 1996 platinum smash, “Heads Carolina, Tails California.” This is the first time Messina has toured under the now-iconic moniker and she is furthering the nostalgic theme by using retro artwork from her original photo shoot for tour ads and limited-edition merchandise.

Amy Irving to Release Debut Album 'BORN IN A TRUNK'
Amy Irving to Release Debut Album 'BORN IN A TRUNK'
February 16, 2023

BORN IN A TRUNK features songs like 'Why Don't You Do Right' (which Amy sang as Jessica Rabbit in Who Framed Roger Rabbit) and Pino Donaggio's 'I Never Dreamed' (from her feature film debut, Carrie) that have been expertly arranged by Jules David Bartkowski (aka Goolis) to meld into a cohesive story-telling album.

THE BIG DOOR PRIZE Comedy Series to Premiere on Apple TV+ in March
THE BIG DOOR PRIZE Comedy Series to Premiere on Apple TV+ in March
February 16, 2023

The new 10-episode half-hour comedy starring an ensemble cast led by Chris O’Dowd and includes Gabrielle Dennis, Ally Maki, Josh Segarra, Damon Gupton, Crystal Fox, Djouliet Amara and Sammy Fourlas, will debut with the first three episodes on Wednesday, March 29, followed by one new episode weekly every Wednesday.

Black Honey Shares New Single 'OK' From Third Album 'A Fistful of Peaches'
Black Honey Shares New Single 'OK' From Third Album 'A Fistful of Peaches'
February 16, 2023

Rising from cult underground favourites on their self-titled 2018 debut through to a genuine breakthrough success story on 2021’s Top 10-charting follow-up Written & Directed, firebrand frontperson Izzy Bee Phillips, guitarist Chris Ostler, bassist Tommy Taylor and drummer Alex Woodward, have amassed a legion of fans.

T-Pain to Release Covers Album in March
T-Pain to Release Covers Album in March
February 15, 2023

On Top Of The Covers features creative covers of Sam Cooke’s “A Change Is Gonna Come,” Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’,” Dr. Hook’s “Sharing The Night Together,” Sam Smith’s “Stay With Me,” Chris Stapleton’s Tennessee Whiskey,” Frank Sinatra’s “That’s Life” ft. NandoSTL (a Nappy Boy Entertainment artist), and Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs.”

Dub Pistols Release Dark Reggae, Dub & Ska Single 'Moving On' ft MC & DJ Natty Campbell
Dub Pistols Release Dark Reggae, Dub & Ska Single 'Moving On' ft MC & DJ Natty Campbell
February 15, 2023

Legendary party-starters Dub Pistols release their new single “Moving On” featuring MC and D.J. Natty Campbell. After announcing their forthcoming album Frontline through Cyclone Records, this notorious touring band are carrying the summer atmosphere into these winter months with their infamous blend of dub, hiphop, ska and jungle. 

Jane Lynch, Daniel Radcliffe & More Join DIGMAN! Voice Cast on Comedy Central
Jane Lynch, Daniel Radcliffe & More Join DIGMAN! Voice Cast on Comedy Central
February 15, 2023

The show will feature guest performances from Clancy Brown, Andy Daly, Cole Escola, Harvey Guillén, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Marc Evan Jackson, Rachel Kaly, Kerri Kenney, Lauren Lapkus, Jane Lynch, Mike Mitchell, Kyle Mooney, Claudia O’Doherty, Lennon Parham, Daniel Radcliffe, Maya Rudolph, and more.

John Vanderslice Announces New Album & Shares Lead Single 'Crystals 26'
John Vanderslice Announces New Album & Shares Lead Single 'Crystals 26'
February 15, 2023

John Vanderslice has announced his new album CRYSTALS 3.0, and shared it’s lead single “Crystals 26.” The culmination of a span of ecstatic experimentation with harsh noise and hard drugs, curious samples and cascading sequencers—it is both a new pinnacle for Vanderslice and the manifestation of a revelatory outlook. 

ALASKA DAILY's Winter Return Airs on March 2
ALASKA DAILY's Winter Return Airs on March 2
February 15, 2023

The series stars Hilary Swank as Eileen Fitzgerald, Jeff Perry as Stanley Cornik, Grace Dove as Rosalind “Roz” Friendly, Meredith Holzman as Claire Muncy, Matt Malloy as Bob Young, Pablo Castelblanco as Gabriel Tovar, Ami Park as Yuna Park and Craig Frank as Austin Teague.

ACRES Release New Single 'Nothing.' (Feat. Garrett Russell Of Silent Planet)
ACRES Release New Single 'Nothing.' (Feat. Garrett Russell Of Silent Planet)
February 15, 2023

Burning Throne continues to build on the sound they created on Lonely World, resulting in a crushing, cathartic and perfectly crafted account of what it means to stare into your own oblivion and learn about who you really are from it. Not only showcasing some of the band’s heaviest material to date but also their most poignant and honest.

Ill Communication Release First Track From Upcoming LP
Ill Communication Release First Track From Upcoming LP
February 15, 2023

After playing and touring North America and Europe in bands such as The Warriors, Diehard Youth, No Motiv, Retaliate and Gravemaker, They named the band, wrote some music and started playing out. Soon after they recorded two EPs that where released online as well as a one sided 12” on Another City Records.

PUPPY BOWL XIX Was the #1 Non-Sports Telecast on Super Bowl Sunday
PUPPY BOWL XIX Was the #1 Non-Sports Telecast on Super Bowl Sunday
February 15, 2023

“Puppy Bowl XIX” dominated on Sunday as the #1 non-sports cable telecast among key demos including, P25-54, P18-49 and P18-34. Among P25-54, the game averaged a 0.71, 0.58 and 0.28 rating. Puppy Bowl went into overtime with Team Fluff defending their title to take home the Wayfair “Lombarky” trophy, defeating Team Ruff with a final score of 87-83.

ID Debuts Two New True Crime Obsessions with the Back-to-Back Premieres of MEAN GIRL MURDERS and KILLER CHEER
ID Debuts Two New True Crime Obsessions with the Back-to-Back Premieres of MEAN GIRL MURDERS and KILLER CHEER
February 15, 2023

Two new true crime series MEAN GIRL MURDERS and KILLER CHEER are coming to ID on Monday nights. MEAN GIRL MURDERS explores the inner workings of cutthroat cliques, vicious backbiting and cruel intentions, while KILLER CHEER presents how crimes among young women turn deadly. Watch the new video trailer now!

Raquel Welch Passes Away at 82
Raquel Welch Passes Away at 82
February 15, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Raquel Welch has passed away at 82. Mostly known for her work in television and film, Welch was seen on Broadway in the title role of Victor/Victoria. She originally made her Broadway debut as Tess Harding in Woman of the Year in 1981, a role that she also played on the production's national tour.

VIDEO: Cartoon Network Shares NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest Trailer
VIDEO: Cartoon Network Shares NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest Trailer
February 15, 2023

The “Cartoon Network Special Edition: NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest Presented by Jordan Brand” marks the second mash-up between Cartoon Network, the National Basketball Association (NBA), and Warner Bros. Discovery Sports featuring characters from the popular “Teen Titans Go!”animated series. Watch the new video trailer now!

Indie Rock Duo Bed Signs Shares New Single From Upcoming Album
Indie Rock Duo Bed Signs Shares New Single From Upcoming Album
February 15, 2023

The Charlotte, NC indie duo bed signs are back with “Tongue Shred,” the second single to be released from their upcoming album Silver Lining Breakdown. “‘Tongue Shred’ came together so easily and naturally that we felt like we really had something once it was finished,” explains bed signs’ co-founder and multi-instrumentalist Chris Lonon.



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