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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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GERONIMO STILTON Film Adaptation in Development at Radar Pictures
GERONIMO STILTON Film Adaptation in Development at Radar Pictures
February 13, 2023

The character, created by Italian author Elisabetta Dami has been featured in over 300 books, translated into over 50 languages, as well as graphic novels, an animated series, eight live stage productions, video games, toys, and more. Now Radar Pictures is taking Geronimo on his next big adventure — his very own big-screen motion picture. 

PARIS IN LOVE to Return For Season Two on Peacock
PARIS IN LOVE to Return For Season Two on Peacock
February 13, 2023

In the upcoming season, Paris Hilton is taking the next step to grow her family. After tying the knot a year ago with successful venture capitalist, Carter Reum, Paris is enjoying motherhood while continuing to find her own voice and balance the demands of the industry she pioneered.

VIDEO: Andie MacDowell and Tinashe Visit THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
VIDEO: Andie MacDowell and Tinashe Visit THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
February 13, 2023

Actress Andie MacDowell makes an appearance on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” “The Way Home” star reveals that she and her entire family voted for host Jennifer Hudson on “American Idol,” claiming they were obsessed with her. Tinashe stops by and shares that her Valentine’s Day plans consist of hanging out with her girlfriends. Watch videos now!

'Back In The Neighborhood: The Best Of Mister Rogers, Volume 2' Sets April Release
'Back In The Neighborhood: The Best Of Mister Rogers, Volume 2' Sets April Release
February 13, 2023

Even though Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood ceased production in 2001 (with Fred Rogers passing away two years later), the show has been available and viewed every year since its debut in 1968. 2018 saw the release of Academy Award® and Grammy®-winning director Morgan Neville’s documentary Won’t You Be My Neighbor?.

LooseFest Returns in 2023 With Their Biggest Line Up Yet
LooseFest Returns in 2023 With Their Biggest Line Up Yet
February 13, 2023

The lineup includes Sean Paul, Chase & Status, Craig David, Patrick Topping, Ben Hemsley, Joel Corry, Andy C, Sub Focus, Dimension, Example, Sigala and Tinie Tempah as well as some of the biggest DJs around including Franky Wah, Alan Fitzpatrick, Hot Since 82, Kettama, Jax Jones, Sigala and many more.

The Hold Steady Share New Song 'Sixers' From New Album
The Hold Steady Share New Song 'Sixers' From New Album
February 13, 2023

The Hold Steady have shared their latest single, “Sixers,” available now on all DSPs and streaming services. A variety of formats will be available, including digital, CD, black vinyl, translucent green vinyl, metallic gold (Independent Retail exclusive), metallic silver (Vinyl Me, Please exclusive), and white (Rough Trade exclusive).

VIDEO: Watch Sheryl Lee Ralph Perform 'Lift Every Voice and Sing' at Super Bowl LVII
VIDEO: Watch Sheryl Lee Ralph Perform 'Lift Every Voice and Sing' at Super Bowl LVII
February 13, 2023

Sheryl Lee Ralph performed 'Lift Every Voice and Sing' at the Super Bowl last night. Ralph recently won an Emmy for Abbott Elementary. Ralph was nominated for a Tony Award in 1981 for originating the role of Deena Jones in Dreamgirls. She was also seen in Wicked, Thoroughly Modern Millie, and more. Watch the new video now!

JESUS PIECE Release New Single 'Tunnel Vision' Off Forthcoming Album
JESUS PIECE Release New Single 'Tunnel Vision' Off Forthcoming Album
February 13, 2023

Jesus Piece is composed of vocalist Aaron Heard, guitarists David Updike and John Distefano, bassist Anthony Marinaro and drummer Luis Aponte. Formed in Philadelphia in 2015, the band released a trio of EPs (the S/T EP, 3 Song Tape and the Malice at the Palace split) before delivering their 2018 debut LP for Southern Lord Records, Only Self.

Brit Taylor to Make Grand Ole Opry Debut
Brit Taylor to Make Grand Ole Opry Debut
February 13, 2023

With the highly successful release of her sophomore album Kentucky Blue, singer-songwriter Brit Taylor is fulfilling a life-long dream to perform on the coveted and iconic Grand Ole Opry.  Taylor, the eastern Kentucky native, who cut her teeth as a child on the Kentucky Opry, will step into the circle where all country music royalty has stood.

Mychelle Unveils New Single 'Hurts'
Mychelle Unveils New Single 'Hurts'
February 13, 2023

Produced alongside Hugo M. Hardy (Poppy Ajudha, tinyumbrellas, David Gray, Sfven), 'Hurts' sees Mychelle engaging more closely with her indie, folk and alternative influences. In a vein similar to Corinne Bailey Rae, Lianne La Havas, Michael Kiwanuka and Sade’s rootsier offerings.

Atlas Maior To Release New Album 'Hadal' This Week
Atlas Maior To Release New Album 'Hadal' This Week
February 13, 2023

The album offers the first collection of compositions written by Josh Peters and Joshua Thomson informed by the Arab and Turkish maqamat/makamlar modal systems. The duo composed this offering with rhythms reminiscent of west Africa, Morocco, and the Arabian Peninsula which can be heard within songs “Basalt,” and the title track “Hadal.”

GONERFEST Returns For Year 20 With Initial Lineup
GONERFEST Returns For Year 20 With Initial Lineup
February 13, 2023

Highlights include a number of acts coming from overseas, including performances by UK artists Chubby & the Gang and Vivron Vavron, Australian bands CIVIC, Dippers, 1-800-Mikey, TV Repairmann, Vintage Crop and C.O.F.F.I.N., Denmark’s The Courettes, Japan’s The Smog, and Lewsberg from the Netherlands, among others.

Saint Motel Announce First Leg of Special Fan-Voted Tour
Saint Motel Announce First Leg of Special Fan-Voted Tour
February 13, 2023

Elektra Recording group Saint Motel have announced the dates and details for the first leg of their 2023 tour, The Awards Show. The very special trek will give fans the power to choose what the musicians play with nightly fan-voted setlists, promising an experience unlike any other tour the quartet have embarked upon.

Sarah Silverman Guests Hosts Comedy Central's THE DAILY SHOW This Week
Sarah Silverman Guests Hosts Comedy Central's THE DAILY SHOW This Week
February 13, 2023

Tonight, Sarah Silverman kicks off her guest host week of Comedy Central’s The Daily Show. The actress and comedian’s debut tonight is a part of the roster of comedy greats and all-star correspondent and contributors guest hosting the next chapter of the award-winning late night franchise in the coming weeks. 

Tom Holland's Fred Astaire Biopic Will Be Directed By Paul King
Tom Holland's Fred Astaire Biopic Will Be Directed By Paul King
February 13, 2023

Paddington director Paul King will direct the upcoming Fred Astaire biopic starring Tom Holland. Billy Elliot writer Lee Hall is writing the film. Holland played the title role in the stage adaptation of Billy Elliot in 2008. Paul King is also directing the upcoming musical movie telling the origin story of Willy Wonka, starring Timothée Chalamet.

Billy Strings Confirms Summer Headline Tour
Billy Strings Confirms Summer Headline Tour
February 13, 2023

Billy Strings will extend his 2023 headline tour through this summer including newly confirmed shows at Norfolk’s Chartway Arena, Boston’s Leader Bank Pavilion (two nights), Portland, ME’s Thompson’s Point (two nights), Knoxville’s Knoxville Civic Coliseum and Huntsville’s Orion Amphitheater (two nights) among others.

Barlow & Bear, Christopher Wheeldon & More Join Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers Biopic Creative Team
Barlow & Bear, Christopher Wheeldon & More Join Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers Biopic Creative Team
February 13, 2023

Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear have joined the creative team of Fred & Ginger, working with Marius de Vries and Mark Sonnenblick to recreate the couple's famous musical moments. Tony-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon is now set to choreograph the dance numbers. Jamie Bell and Margaret Qualley will play Fred Astair and Ginger Rogers.

GUILT Release Their Debut Single 'Swerve'
GUILT Release Their Debut Single 'Swerve'
February 13, 2023

A band dancing between Brighton and Bristol, GUILT have released their debut single ‘Swerve’ independently, and is making its radio debut tonight on BBC Radio 1’s Introducing Rock with Alyx Holcombe. The quad features three members of Exeter deathcore group, Drifted, Harry Davies, Jay Tidmarsh-Watts, and Ben Hampshire, alongside Forrest Daley.

Perris Records Reissues Roxx Gang 'The Voodoo You Love' with Bonus Track 'Magic Carpet Ride'
Perris Records Reissues Roxx Gang 'The Voodoo You Love' with Bonus Track 'Magic Carpet Ride'
February 13, 2023

This CD leaned the band back toward it’s original blues-rock roots that were hinted at on songs like “Ball-N-Chain,” “Red Rose” and “Fastest Gun In Town” on “Thing You’ve Never Done Before.” “The Voodoo You Love” received great reviews, Radio And Records said, “Roxx Gang are Florida’s premier hard rock band.

VIDEO: Peacock Releases Will Packer Dating Series QUEENS COURT Trailer
VIDEO: Peacock Releases Will Packer Dating Series QUEENS COURT Trailer
February 13, 2023

Hollywood power couple Holly Robinson Peete and Rodney Peete host, with Tamar Braxton, Evelyn Lozada, and Nivea. Guiding the Queens through the ups and downs of dating 21 confident and successful prospective suitors while the Queens develop a sisterhood supporting each other on their quests to find a King fit for a Queen. Watch the video trailer!



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