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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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Folksinger Michael Johnathon Announces 20th Studio Album 'Garden Of Silence'
Folksinger Michael Johnathon Announces 20th Studio Album 'Garden Of Silence'
January 23, 2023

On the journey between those two musical bookends are songs about Henry David Thoreau (“Winter Song”), the spirit of the front porch (“Front Porch Symphony”), Narcissism (“Narcissistic Blues), dancing with your lover (“September Eve”), a tribute to Johnathon’s musical hero Pete Seeger (“Seeger Mashup”), and more.

Ipecac Recordings Resurrects Geek Show Tour with Mr. Bungle, the Melvins & Spotlights
Ipecac Recordings Resurrects Geek Show Tour with Mr. Bungle, the Melvins & Spotlights
January 23, 2023

Mr. Bungle, the Melvins and Spotlights join forces this Spring, resurrecting Ipecac Recordings’ storied Geek Show tour, with the labelmates performing several shows across the Western U.S. Not only do the dates mark the label’s first bundled tour since 2004, but most of these cities will see their first Mr. Bungle performances in 22 years.

VIDEO: Watch 'A Look Inside' KNOCK AT THE CABIN Featurette
VIDEO: Watch 'A Look Inside' KNOCK AT THE CABIN Featurette
January 23, 2023

From visionary filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan, Knock at the Cabin stars Dave Bautista (Dune, Guardians of the Galaxy franchise), Tony award and Emmy nominee Jonathan Groff (Hamilton, Mindhunter), Ben Aldridge (Pennyworth, Fleabag), BAFTA nominee Nikki Amuka-Bird (Persuasion, Old), newcomer Kristen Cui, and more. Watch the video now!

FROM ASHES TO NEW Announce Spring U.S. Tour with Shinedown & Three Days Grace
FROM ASHES TO NEW Announce Spring U.S. Tour with Shinedown & Three Days Grace
January 23, 2023

The spring tour will see the band preview new music from their upcoming fourth studio album due this summer via Better Noise Music including its intimate debut single “Heartache” and the latest track “Until We Break” which features a guest appearance from Memphis Mayfire vocalist Matty Mullins. Check out the tour dates now!

Kali Uchis to Release New Album 'Red Moon In Venus' in March
Kali Uchis to Release New Album 'Red Moon In Venus' in March
January 23, 2023

Grammy-winning artist Kali Uchis’ new English language album, Red Moon In Venus, is slated for release in March. Simultaneously, Uchis confirms she will embark on a headline North American tour this spring produced by Live Nation, with stops at New York’s Radio City Music Hall, Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom, Washington D.C.’s Anthem and more.

DRAG RACE Star Kerri Colby Stars in KERRI KARES Series on WOW Presents Plus
DRAG RACE Star Kerri Colby Stars in KERRI KARES Series on WOW Presents Plus
January 23, 2023

WOW Presents Plus, the streamer of all things drag brought to you by the award-winning team behind RuPaul’s Drag Race, has unveiled their brand new WOW Presents Plus Original series, Kerri Kares. This agony-aunt style show like no other, is hosted by Drag Race star and trans-icon, Kerri Colby. Watch the new trailer video now!

Billy Idol Embarks on North American Headline Tour
Billy Idol Embarks on North American Headline Tour
January 23, 2023

Rock legend Billy Idol will take his lauded live show back on the road this spring with a run of headline tour dates. Kicking off on March 30 in Scottsdale, the run features performances at various theatres, amphitheaters and festivals, including an appearance at Pasadena’s Cruel World Festival on May 20.

Spice Girl Mel B Says A Spice Girls Reunion Will Be Announced 'Very, Very Soon' on SHERRI
Spice Girl Mel B Says A Spice Girls Reunion Will Be Announced 'Very, Very Soon' on SHERRI
January 23, 2023

While on ‘Sherri,’ former Spice Girl Mel B joins Sherri to dish on the Fox series “Special Forces,” and shares news that a Spice Girl reunion will be announced “very, very soon!” The singer also opened up about why she’s “broken” and how her marriage “chipped away at who she was.” Watch the video clip from the episode now!

VIDEO: Anthony Rapp Talks Looking Back on His Career in WITHOUT YOU on CBS MORNINGS
VIDEO: Anthony Rapp Talks Looking Back on His Career in WITHOUT YOU on CBS MORNINGS
January 23, 2023

Anthony Rapp appeared on CBS Mornings to look back on his career, leading up to his new solo show, Without You. Rapp also discussed his complicated relationship with his mother, losing Jonathan Larson before the opening night of Rent, and the Kevin Spacey lawsuit. Watch the video of the interview now!

Whitney Miller Releases New Single '15 Minutes of Fame'
Whitney Miller Releases New Single '15 Minutes of Fame'
January 23, 2023

The former Miss Texas and Miss United States, kickboxing commentator and MMA fighter is no stranger to hard work and dedication. Never one to shy away from difficult topics, Miller has taken the pain from a broken relationship and turned the experience into a lifelong lesson that most can learn from.

Circle Network Announces One-Time TV Special Celebrating the 130th Year of the Iconic Ryman Auditorium
Circle Network Announces One-Time TV Special Celebrating the 130th Year of the Iconic Ryman Auditorium
January 23, 2023

The special will feature music stars, actors and artists Carly Pearce, Vince Gill, Kelsea Ballerini, Ketch Secor, Keb’ Mo’, Charles Esten, Emmylou Harris, The Beach Boys’ Mike Love and Bruce Johnston, the late Leslie Jordan and more telling their own personal anecdotes about the venue and what it’s meant to them and their careers. 

Grade 2 Share New Melodic Punk Song 'Midnight Ferry'
Grade 2 Share New Melodic Punk Song 'Midnight Ferry'
January 23, 2023

Their self-titled album is a bone-crunching 35-minutes that agitates, intoxicates and liberates in equal measure.  Ahead of its release they share their new single “Midnight Ferry” out now, featuring slick guitar riffs and lively shout-along verses that lead into crisp vocal harmonies.

Naughty Alice Releases New R&B Cut 'bloodline'
Naughty Alice Releases New R&B Cut 'bloodline'
January 23, 2023

Naughty Alice has been featured on BBC Radio London, BBC 1Xtra, BBC Introducing and Spotify editorial playlists. She takes her inspiration from an array of artists of all different genres but some current favourites include Little Simz, Joy Crookes, Obongjayar, Kehlani, SAULT and Mahalia.

C M Talkington Announces New LP Featuring Renée Zellweger; Shares 'Two Steps'
C M Talkington Announces New LP Featuring Renée Zellweger; Shares 'Two Steps'
January 23, 2023

Talkington started another band, The Furies, and eventually dove into filmmaking for about ten years. During this period, he wrote and directed the 1994 cult film, Love and a .45 starring Gil Bellows, Renée Zellweger, and Rory Cochrane. Another thread was woven into the tale of Texas Radio, although that wouldn’t be apparent until years later.

Violinist Eldbjørg Hemsing to Release New Concept Album
Violinist Eldbjørg Hemsing to Release New Concept Album
January 23, 2023

The album features new original music by film composers Jacob Shea (“The Blue Planet”) and Frode Fjellheim (“Frozen”) as well as new arrangements and melodies by Ola Gjeillo, James Newton Howard, Selim Palmgren, Einojuhani Rautavaara, Henning Sommerro, Ole Bull and Edvard Grieg.

Guillermo del Toro to be Honored with Menzies Award at 27th Annual ADG Awards
Guillermo del Toro to be Honored with Menzies Award at 27th Annual ADG Awards
January 23, 2023

The Art Directors Guild (ADG, IATSE, Local 800) will honor multi- Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro with the prestigious William Cameron Menzies Award, celebrating his visually striking and emotionally rich body of work. Del Toro’s most noted films include Pan’s Labyrinth, which garnered Academy Awards.

Donovan Woods Announces The Husbandry Tour With Henry Jameson
Donovan Woods Announces The Husbandry Tour With Henry Jameson
January 23, 2023

Collaborations with Australian songwriter Ziggy Alberts (“THE SUN & THE SEA”) and Natalie Taylor (“Hang On To Me”) followed. Woods spent much of the second half of the year on the road, supporting Matt Nathanson in the U.S., who’s song “Boston Accent” Woods co-wrote. Followed by EU/UK dates with Aoife O’Donovan.

American Nightmare Return with 'Dedicated to the Next World'
American Nightmare Return with 'Dedicated to the Next World'
January 23, 2023

American Nightmare formed in the year 2000 and initially broke up in 2004. Dedicated to the Next World was recorded live to 2-inch tape by AN drummer Alex Garcia-Rivera at Mystic Valley Recording Studio in Boston.  The EP was mastered and cut for vinyl by Bob Weston at Chicago Mastering Service.

Shakin' Stevens Announces New Album 'Re-Set'
Shakin' Stevens Announces New Album 'Re-Set'
January 23, 2023

The song comes on the heels of Shaky's jubilant live shows before Christmas, as Very Special Guest on Status Quo's UK arena tour. It also serves as a taster for a bold addition to his vast recording legacy, the album Re-Set. Its ten songs combine deeply heartfelt, meaningful lyrics with the most impassioned vocal performances.

Nickelback Announces 2023 'Get Rollin'' Tour Dates
Nickelback Announces 2023 'Get Rollin'' Tour Dates
January 23, 2023

Acclaimed rock band Nickelback announced the upcoming 2023 Get Rollin’ Tour, in support of their most recent 10th studio album, Get Rollin’. Renowned country rocker Brantley Gilbert joins the band on all non-festival dates along with rising country artist Josh Ross. Check out the list of tour dates now!



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