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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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Karen Cooper, Longtime Director of Film Forum to Step Down After 50 Years
Karen Cooper, Longtime Director of Film Forum to Step Down After 50 Years
January 9, 2023

Among those artists whose early films Cooper championed are: Chantal Akerman, Matthew Barney, Charles Burnett, David Cronenberg, Julie Dash, Terence Davies, Asghar Farhadi, Haile Gerima, Michael Haneke, Hou Hsiao-hsien, Mike Leigh, Lucrecia Martel, Mira Nair, László Nemes, Gaspar Noé, Christopher Nolan, François Ozon, and more.

VIDEO: Paramount+ Debuts GREASE: RISE OF THE PINK LADIES Teaser Trailer
VIDEO: Paramount+ Debuts GREASE: RISE OF THE PINK LADIES Teaser Trailer
January 9, 2023

Paramount+ has shared the teaser trailer for their upcoming Grease prequel series, Rise of the Pink Ladies. The series stars Jackie Hoffman as Asst. Principal McGee, Marisa Davila as Jane, Cheyenne Isabel Wells as Olivia, Ari Notartomaso as Cynthia, Tricia Fukuhara as Nancy, Shanel Bailey as Hazel, and more. Watch the video teaser now!

RABBIT HOLE Series to Premiere on Paramount+ In March
RABBIT HOLE Series to Premiere on Paramount+ In March
January 9, 2023

In addition to Kiefer Sutherland, RABBIT HOLE also includes Charles Dance (“Game of Thrones”) as Dr. Ben Wilson, Meta Golding (“Empire”) as Hailey Winton, Enid Graham (“Mare of Easttown”) as Josephine “Jo” Madi, Jason Butler Harner (“Ozark”) as Valence, Walt Klink (“Arctic Circle”) as The Intern and Rob Yang (“Succession”) as Edward Homm.

VIDEO: Teagan Croft, Anna Paquin & More Star In TRUE SPIRIT Trailer
VIDEO: Teagan Croft, Anna Paquin & More Star In TRUE SPIRIT Trailer
January 9, 2023

True Spirit is directed by Sarah Spillane, written by Sarah Spillane, Rebecca Banner and Cathy Randall and stars Teagan Croft, Cliff Curtis, Bridget Webb, Vivien Turner, Stacy Clausen, Todd Lasance, with Josh Lawson and Anna Paquin. Watch the new video trailer now!

DRAG RACE BELGIQUE Reveals Judge Panel Joining Rita Baga
DRAG RACE BELGIQUE Reveals Judge Panel Joining Rita Baga
January 9, 2023

During RuPaul’s DragCon UK 2023, World of Wonder revealed the resident judges joining host, Rita Baga, on the latest international version of the Emmy-award-winning RuPaul’s Drag Race phenomenon - “Drag Race Belgique.” Lufy and Mustii will be judging the charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent of the finest Belgian queens.

PITCH PERFECT: BUMPER IN BERLIN Scores Second Season Renewal at Peacock
PITCH PERFECT: BUMPER IN BERLIN Scores Second Season Renewal at Peacock
January 9, 2023

Peacock’s #1 comedy PITCH PERFECT: BUMPER IN BERLIN has been renewed for a second season. The series is based on the hit franchise from Universal Pictures and produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group. Season one featured stars Adam Devine, Flula Borg, Sarah Hyland, Lera Abova and Jameela Jamil.

Bay Area Sister Duo OTRA Debuts 'Dream Machine'
Bay Area Sister Duo OTRA Debuts 'Dream Machine'
January 9, 2023

Otra is a duo of two sisters. Recorded at their home in foggy Pacifica, CA, their debut album 'I’m Not That Way' (out digitally on Feb 10, 2023 via Thirty Something Records) documents their journey as they learn to see themselves more clearly and exist outside of expectations. Watch the new lyric video now!

Greensky Bluegrass Announce 2023 Colorado Amphitheater Run
Greensky Bluegrass Announce 2023 Colorado Amphitheater Run
January 9, 2023

Greensky Bluegrass has announced their annual Colorado amphitheater run. This year the band will play two special “Evening With” performances at the Dillon Amphitheater Sept 13 and 14 before heading to the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre for two more performances Sept 15 and 16. Check out the tour dates now!

Third Man Records Announces Vault Pkg. #55 - The White Stripes - 'Elephant XX'
Third Man Records Announces Vault Pkg. #55 - The White Stripes - 'Elephant XX'
January 9, 2023

In addition to a new mono remix of the entire album on red and white LPs, this package includes a red glitter 7' with Jack White's original solo demos of Elephant fan favorite 'Hypnotize,' a DVD with never-before-seen footage from the era, and a 28-page booklet of previously-unshared photos, all housed in a custom slipcase.

Supersuckers' Metal Marty Releases Debut Album
Supersuckers' Metal Marty Releases Debut Album
January 9, 2023

Drop the needle on the opening number “Magic City” from the cheekily named METAL MARTY'S GREATEST HITS, the new solo album by Supersuckers guitarist METAL MARTY, and for the next 35 minutes you will be taken on a tour of Magic City, Idaho, an unusual lakeside resort town with a penchant for partying and no shortage of odd characters.

Marcus Gad Shares 'Long Way Home'
Marcus Gad Shares 'Long Way Home'
January 9, 2023

A warm contrast from his last project where he and his producer Tamal dived into modern, programmed beats on the Brave New World album (2021). This track is a love song of sorts for Gad’s home Pacific Island nation of New Caledonia. Watch the single's accompanying music video now!

Joseph James Releases Debut Single 'Valentine'
Joseph James Releases Debut Single 'Valentine'
January 9, 2023

James may be new as a recording artist but is no stranger to the music industry, as he has performed, produced and toured with many notable artists including Lady Gaga, Bono, Ritchie Blackmore (Deep Purple), Lindsay Lohan and Al Martino (Johnny Fontane/ The Godfather) as well as founding AP Music Group.

Alt-Rock Pioneers Pavement Announce Iceland Debut
Alt-Rock Pioneers Pavement Announce Iceland Debut
January 9, 2023

Reykjavik’s Eldborg Hall at Harpa is the perfect venue for Pavement’s inaugural Iceland performances. One of Reykjavik’s most significant cultural landmarks, Harpa has played host to a plethora of iconic acts like Kraftwerk, Pat Metheny, Bjork, Patti Smith, Herbie Hancock, Snarky Puppy, David Byrne & St. Vincent, and Elvis Costello. 

VIDEO: AUTOMATIC Release New Video 'Turn Away'
VIDEO: AUTOMATIC Release New Video 'Turn Away'
January 9, 2023

Automatic have released a new video for “Turn Away”, from their 2022 album Excess (out now via Stones Throw), directed by Ambar Navarro. In the video, the band is aboard a private jet when everything goes horribly wrong in the middle of the desert and they are left to fend for themselves.

Grammy-Winning Roots Music Legend Taj Mahal to Release New Album 'Savoy'
Grammy-Winning Roots Music Legend Taj Mahal to Release New Album 'Savoy'
January 9, 2023

With guest vocals of Maria Muldaur on “Baby It’s Cold Outside” and Evan Price’s violin on two tracks, the album covers 14 standards composed by the likes of Duke Ellington, Louis Jordan, George Gershwin and Louis Armstrong, brought to life by the unique voice and character of the one and only Taj Mahal.

VIDEO: Peacock Releases AMBER: THE GIRL BEHIND THE ALERT Documentary Trailer
VIDEO: Peacock Releases AMBER: THE GIRL BEHIND THE ALERT Documentary Trailer
January 9, 2023

Peacock hsd announced its latest Original documentary Amber: The Girl Behind The Alert, the true story of the life and aftermath of the kidnapping of Amber Hagerman. The documentary film based on the girl whose tragedy inspired the Amber Alert, will begin streaming exclusively on Peacock. Watch the new video trailer now!

VIDEO: VISIONS OF ATLANTIS Release New Music Video for 'Clock'
VIDEO: VISIONS OF ATLANTIS Release New Music Video for 'Clock'
January 9, 2023

Hitting the German charts in the Top 20 for the first time, VISIONS OF ATLANTIS returned strongly with their most recent acclaimed studio release, 'Pirates' in 2022, followed by extensive touring through Europe and the US. There’s no time to rest for the Pirates, so they start 2023 with the release of a brand new high quality official music video.

LE SSERAFIM's HUH YUNJIN Unveils Second Self-Produced Single 'I ≠ Doll'
LE SSERAFIM's HUH YUNJIN Unveils Second Self-Produced Single 'I ≠ Doll'
January 9, 2023

HUH YUNJIN of LE SSERAFIM released her second self-produced single “I ≠ DOLL” (pronounced ‘idol’). “I ≠ DOLL” follows the August release of her first self-produced single “Raise y_our glass” out on the 100th day since debut. The single artwork and the accompanying music video feature an animated main character.

BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER Sets Blu-Ray & DVD Release
BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER Sets Blu-Ray & DVD Release
January 9, 2023

Fans can add the film to their collection and access exclusive bonus content including deleted scenes, a gag reel and audio commentary by esteemed filmmakers Ryan Coogler, Joe Robert Cole and Autumn Durald Arkapaw. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever will also stream on Disney+ February 1.

Lily Rose Extends 2023 Headline Tour
Lily Rose Extends 2023 Headline Tour
January 9, 2023

Groundbreaking country artist Lily Rose is kicking off 2023 with an extension of her upcoming headlining tour, adding 10 more stops in the spring. Originally announced in December in six cities, the highly in-demand dates immediately sold-out major markets including Boston, Philadelphia, and New York City.






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