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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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Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile & More to Perform At The 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards
Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile & More to Perform At The 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards
January 25, 2023

The first round of performers for the 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards® have been announced and taking the stage will be current nominees Bad Bunny, Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile, Luke Combs, Steve Lacy, Lizzo, Kim Petras, and Sam Smith. Live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and hosted by Trevor Noah are in February.

Mckenna Grace Announces EP Release Date
Mckenna Grace Announces EP Release Date
January 25, 2023

The news comes after a string of highly successful and critically acclaimed singles, the on the rise musician has racked up over 40M worldwide streams including the 15 million global streaming 'Haunted House', +13 million streaming 'Do All My Friends Hate Me?' and her most recent hit 'Ugly Crier' which made 28+ New Music Fridays on Spotify.

Photos: Shoshana Bean, Myles Frost & More Attend Grammys NY Chapter Nominee Celebration
Photos: Shoshana Bean, Myles Frost & More Attend Grammys NY Chapter Nominee Celebration
January 25, 2023

Attendees included 2023 GRAMMY nominees Shoshana Bean, Myles Frost, and SIX: Live On Opening Night cast members featured on the 2023 GRAMMY nominated 'Best Musical Theater Album' – Nicole Kyoung-Mi Lambert, Andrea Macasaet, Brittany Mack, Courtney Mack, Mallory Maedke, Abby Mueller, Samantha Pauly, and Anna Uzele. Check out photos!

Charlotte Sands Follows 'Banner Year' With Ethereal Pop Anthem 'Alright'
Charlotte Sands Follows 'Banner Year' With Ethereal Pop Anthem 'Alright'
January 25, 2023

MTV called 2022 a “banner year” for Charlotte, and it’s easy to see why. She played 103 shows, including national and international summer tours opening for big-name artists like YUNGBLUD, My Chemical Romance, in front of 32,000 people, and The Maine.

Tissa Rahim Debuts Soulful Acoustic Retelling of Heartbreak In 'Done, Done, Done'
Tissa Rahim Debuts Soulful Acoustic Retelling of Heartbreak In 'Done, Done, Done'
January 25, 2023

Tissa and Dominique approach the idea of processing heartbreak and manipulation, bringing each respective artist’s own experiences into the studio as they produced this smashing retro-soul single. Tissa’s vocals on “Done, Done, Done” can be affectionately compared to the love child of Amy Winehouse and Corrine Bailey Rae’s stylizations.

Brooke Moriber to Release New Song 'Little Bit of You'
Brooke Moriber to Release New Song 'Little Bit of You'
January 25, 2023

Reviver Records recording artist Brooke Moriber announced that her new song, “Little Bit of You,” will be released this week. Written by Moriber alongside Nate Walker and produced by Todd Lombardo and Craig Alvin, “Little Bit of You” is a fun and flirty ode to a memorable night out with a crush or loved one.

Avalon Emerson & the Charm Share New Single 'Sandrail Silhouette'
Avalon Emerson & the Charm Share New Single 'Sandrail Silhouette'
January 25, 2023

Avalon Emerson & The Charm release the new song “Sandrail Silhouette.”  Co-produced with avant-pop savant Bullion, the track launches alongside an ethereal dreamscape video via Another Dove—a new label Emerson has launched with long-term affiliate and AD 93 founder Nic Tasker.

Vivi Rincon Shares New Single 'overflow' & 'crash landing' EP
Vivi Rincon Shares New Single 'overflow' & 'crash landing' EP
January 25, 2023

Indie-pop singer-songwriter vivi rincon shares her new single “overflow”. Bravely vulnerable and achingly raw, the yearning ballad explores the euphoric apprehension of obsessive love. “Overflow” is the fourth release from vivi’s upcoming debut EP crash landing. The EP was produced by Matt Martin (COIN, Faye Webster).

Tracy Lawrence Receives 2023 CRS Artist Humanitarian Award
Tracy Lawrence Receives 2023 CRS Artist Humanitarian Award
January 25, 2023

Past recipients of the Artist Humanitarian Award have included Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Blake Shelton, Dierks Bentley, Zac Brown, Lady Antebellum, Carrie Underwood, Rascal Flatts, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, Trace Adkins, Randy Owen, Toby Keith, and Brad Paisley, among others.

Metallica to Host '72 Seasons' Worldwide Listening Party
Metallica to Host '72 Seasons' Worldwide Listening Party
January 25, 2023

For one night only on Thursday, April 13, 72 Seasons will be played in full in pummeling surround sound, exclusively for cinema audiences worldwide—with every one of the new songs featuring its own music video and exclusive commentary from the band. The result will offer fans an unforgettable night as they experience 72 Seasons first.

Kimbra Shares New Single 'Foolish Thinking' Featuring Ryan Lott of Son Lux
Kimbra Shares New Single 'Foolish Thinking' Featuring Ryan Lott of Son Lux
January 25, 2023

Directed by Alex Cook, the music video is an intimate vignette into the experience of being a mother. The subject of the song is Kimbra’s future daughter, who is shown confronting the struggles of growing up and eventually has to face young motherhood herself. Kimbra has to accept that she cannot always protect her child.

Neil Patrick Harris Returns as 'Barney Stinson' in HOW I MET YOUR FATHER
Neil Patrick Harris Returns as 'Barney Stinson' in HOW I MET YOUR FATHER
January 24, 2023

Neil Patrick Harris is returning as his How I Met Your Mother character 'Barney Stinson' in season two of How I Met Your Father. Harris will seemingly play a pivotal role in the spinoff's second season. Series creators Isaac Aptaker and Elizabeth Berger revealed that Harris will be around for more episodes.

Mel Blue Announce Debut LP & Share Single 'Best Me'
Mel Blue Announce Debut LP & Share Single 'Best Me'
January 24, 2023

Along with the news of the album, they unveiled an intoxicating groove “Best Me.” Written with friend and frequent collaborator, Lola Scott, the new song explores the darker side of relationships with a breezy chorus over bouncing basslines and churning beats that sample gospel choir vocals.

Joe Kenda Returns to ID with HOMICIDE HUNTER: AMERICAN DETECTIVE
Joe Kenda Returns to ID with HOMICIDE HUNTER: AMERICAN DETECTIVE
January 24, 2023

In HOMICIDE HUNTER: AMERICAN DETECTIVE, Lt. Joe Kenda trades in his own case files to bring viewers astounding investigations from across the country, with each episode profiling a different homicide detective whose tireless efforts helped bring justice for the victim. Check out episode descriptions now!

Insomniac Unveils Stacked Lineup For 3rd Edition Of Beyond Wonderland At The Gorge
Insomniac Unveils Stacked Lineup For 3rd Edition Of Beyond Wonderland At The Gorge
January 24, 2023

Lineup highlights include performances from venerated electronic dance music creative forces such as the U.K.-based dubstep pioneer Zomboy, the balaclava-clad Malaa, L.A. native NGHTMRE, burgeoning British trailblazer James Hype, and drum and bass maestro Sub Focus. Check out how you can get tickets!

David Guetta & Bebe Rexha Hit 1 Billion Streams with Global Smash 'I'm Good (Blue)'
David Guetta & Bebe Rexha Hit 1 Billion Streams with Global Smash 'I'm Good (Blue)'
January 24, 2023

David Guetta and Bebe Rexha have hit an incredible 1 billion streams worldwide with their #1 mega-hit single ‘I’m Good (Blue)’. In the same week that ‘I’m Good (Blue)’ reached top spot in both the US Top 40 and Dance Radio charts, the single has hit spectacular new sales milestones around the world.

Madonna Biopic Starring Julia Garner Cancelled
Madonna Biopic Starring Julia Garner Cancelled
January 24, 2023

MadonnaThe Madonna biopic that was set to star Julia Garner is no longer in development. After an intense audition process, reportedly involving a 'Madonna Boot Camp,' actress Julia Garner had won the starring role. Other actresses in the running were Florence Pugh, Alexa Demie, Bebe Rexha, and more.

THE 12TH VICTIM to Premiere on Showtime in February
THE 12TH VICTIM to Premiere on Showtime in February
January 24, 2023

Told through a stylistic blend of archival and recreated footage and countless film and television series inspired by the killings, THE 12TH VICTIM reexamines Fugate’s guilty verdict, who was 14 years old at the time of the killings, through a modern lens, questioning the media and judicial system’s treatment of her despite her innocence.

Outlaw Pop Artist DEVORA Releases New EP 'God Is Dead'
Outlaw Pop Artist DEVORA Releases New EP 'God Is Dead'
January 24, 2023

With influences that range from Nine Inch Nails to Dolly Parton, and a touch of Lana Del Rey thrown in for good measure, the EP, produced by Alex Aldi (Passion Pit, Holy Ghost!) and Cass Dillon (Goo Goo Dolls, Grey Daze) and mixed by Tony Hoffer (M83, Beck), is a collection of stories Inspired by true events that paint a picture,

A Record Five Films from The New Yorker Studios Receive Academy Award Nominations
A Record Five Films from The New Yorker Studios Receive Academy Award Nominations
January 24, 2023

Every shorts category is represented: “Stranger at the Gate” and “Haulout” were nominated in the Documentary Short Film category; “Ice Merchants” and “The Flying Sailor” were nominated in the Animated Short Film category; and “Night Ride” was nominated in the Live Action Short Film category.



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