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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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Rayland Baxter Shares New Single 'My Argentina'
Rayland Baxter Shares New Single 'My Argentina'
November 1, 2022

Ahead of this week’s release he shares the single “My Argentina,” a stripped down piano ballad that centers around the grief and loss he’s processing on the record. Now he also shares the live performance companion video featuring a somber and gorgeous rendition of the song with Baxter, a piano and a trio of backing vocalists. 

Talking Heads' Jerry Harrison & Adrian Belew Announce 'Remain In Light' Tour
Talking Heads' Jerry Harrison & Adrian Belew Announce 'Remain In Light' Tour
November 1, 2022

Kicking off in Denver on February 16th before winding its way through the Midwest and east coast, the 19-date tour will find Harrison and Belew performing songs from this monumental period of the band’s history alongside a powerhouse band, including former members of Turkuaz, Julie Slick on bass, and Yahuba Garcia-Torres on percussion.

Thrice Release Acoustic Track 'Summer Set Fire to the Rain'
Thrice Release Acoustic Track 'Summer Set Fire to the Rain'
November 1, 2022

California rock band Thrice have shared an acoustic version of their track “Summer Set Fire to the Rain.” The new version of this song takes the driving persistency of the original track, found on Thrice’s most recent album Horizons/East, and strips it down to its bones – a delicate guitar backing with Dustin Kensure’s vocals taking center stage. 

Hembree Announce U.S. Tour With Little Hurt
Hembree Announce U.S. Tour With Little Hurt
November 1, 2022

The band is also excited to be be playing “Thundergong!” on November 12 in Kansas City at Uptown Theater in support of The Steps Of Faith Foundation. The event will be hosted by Jason Sudeikis and includes appearances by Fred Armisen, Brendan Hunt and Sam Richardson. Tickets are on-sale here.

Hailey Whitters Releases Cover of the George Jones Classic 'New Baby for Christmas'
Hailey Whitters Releases Cover of the George Jones Classic 'New Baby for Christmas'
November 1, 2022

“New Baby For Christmas” was produced by Jake Gear and recorded by Logan Matheny at Historic RCA Studio A and features performances by Kris Donegan (electric guitar), Chris Scruggs (steel guitar), Lex Price (bass), Jerry Roe (drums), Mike Rojas (piano), Eamon McLoughlin (fiddle) and Kristen Rogers (BGVs).

VIDEO: Bruce Springsteen Reveals How Barack Obama Inspired His Broadway Show
VIDEO: Bruce Springsteen Reveals How Barack Obama Inspired His Broadway Show
November 1, 2022

During an appearance on The Howard Stern Show, Bruce Springsteen revealed how Obama inspired his recent Broadway show. After his extensive career as an artist, Springsteen also revealed that he has no plans on retiring and even left the door open to returning to his Broadway show. Watch the video of Springsteen talking Broadway now!

VIDEO: Nicole Scherzinger Does Her Britney Spears Impression on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
VIDEO: Nicole Scherzinger Does Her Britney Spears Impression on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
November 1, 2022

Watch videos of Jennifer Hudson putting Nicole Scherzinger in the hot seat and asks her questions, including the craziest thing that’s ever happened to her while performing. Then, don’t miss Nicole’s impression of Britney Spears singing The Pussycat Dolls’ hit song “Don’t Cha”!

Tenacious D Announces New European Dates
Tenacious D Announces New European Dates
November 1, 2022

The acclaimed musical duo returns to London to showcase their rock greatness to their army of loyal fans. This will be Tenacious D’s first show in the UK since 2019 when they played a run of sold-out shows that included two nights at Wembley Arena. The tour will include a stop at London’s The O2 on Friday, June 16th, 2023.

Special Access to ShopDisney Merchandise Now Available for Disney+ Subscribers as Limited Test Experience in U.S.
Special Access to ShopDisney Merchandise Now Available for Disney+ Subscribers as Limited Test Experience in U.S.
November 1, 2022

Subscribers can purchase products from fan-favorite franchises and titles including Star Wars, Marvel Studios’ Black Panther and Doctor Strange in The Multiverse of Madness and receive exclusive  access to merchandise from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen 2 and Disney•Pixar Lightyear.

Taylor Swift Announces 'Eras' Tour Dates
Taylor Swift Announces 'Eras' Tour Dates
November 1, 2022

The tour will feature opening acts Paramore, beabad00bee, Phoebe Bridgers, girl in red,, MUNA, HAIM, Gracie Abrams, GAYLE, and Owenn. Exploring her past works, the tour will most likely include music from Swift's past 'eras,' including albums Fearless, Red, 1989, reputation, Lover, folklore, evermore, and the recently released Midnights.

Stevie Ray Visited to Perform at Santa Fe Station
Stevie Ray Visited to Perform at Santa Fe Station
October 31, 2022

Stevie Ray Visited is a biographical blues/rock show that celebrates the life and music of the late great Stevie Ray Vaughan. Now his music lives on with the show “STEVIE RAY VISITED”, featuring Roby Duron, named “Best Blues Guitar Player” by LA Rock City News. The show also includes Noel Dies who performed with Stevie Ray Vaughan.

VIDEO: FOX Unveils First Promo For Upcoming Drama ACCUSED
VIDEO: FOX Unveils First Promo For Upcoming Drama ACCUSED
October 31, 2022

The series will feature Rachel Bilson, Academy Award Nominee Abigail Breslin, Emmy Winner Michael Chiklis, Whitney Cummings, Jack Davenport, Emmy Winner Margo Martindale, Emmy Nominee Molly Parker, Emmy Winner Rhea Perlman, Wendell Pierce, Emmy Nominee Malcolm-Jamal Warner, and more. Watch the new video trailer now!

Jerry Lee Lewis Funeral Details Announced
Jerry Lee Lewis Funeral Details Announced
October 31, 2022

The officiate for the funeral service on Saturday will be Lewis' cousin, Reverend Jimmy Swaggart along with Ferriday's Clyde Ray Webber. There will be a live stream option for those not able to travel which will be announced soon via Lewis' Facebook page. 

Muddy Water's Son, Mud Morganfield to Release 'Portrait'
Muddy Water's Son, Mud Morganfield to Release 'Portrait'
October 31, 2022

Portrait offers fourteen numbers by Muddy Waters’ eldest son, Mud Morganfield, including two previously unreleased songs. Mud appears surrounded by first-rate blues musicians including Rick Kreher (Muddy Waters’ final guitarist) Billy Flynn, Kenny “Beedy Eyes” Smith and Barrelhouse Chuck along with harmonica from Bob Corritore and Harmonica Hinds.

VNUE Joins Kokku and Roblox for US Metaverse Festivals
VNUE Joins Kokku and Roblox for US Metaverse Festivals
October 31, 2022

VNUE, Inc. (OTC: VNUE) announced that the company has partnered with Kokku, South America’s largest gaming and entertainment co-development firm, to bring a VNUE Festival and multi-stage experience to Roblox. VNUE has retained ICON Capital Group to raise $15MM or more, in order to list onto the NADSAQ Stock Market over the coming months.

Kim Petras Sets 'If Jesus Was A Rockstar' New Single Release Date
Kim Petras Sets 'If Jesus Was A Rockstar' New Single Release Date
October 31, 2022

Kim Petras has announced the release date for her new single “If Jesus Was a Rockstar.” Petras recently joined Sam Smith on “Unholy,' which marked her first Billboard Hot 100 debut and the highest first debut of an act on the chart since 2016. Listen to a new snippet of the upcoming single now!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles to Host 'The Big Night Out'
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles to Host 'The Big Night Out'
October 31, 2022

The program will honor Meredith O’Sullivan, Co-Founder, & Co-CEO, The LEDE Company, with the Sherry Lansing Award presented by Jennifer Garner; Andy Grammer, singer, songwriter, and producer, will virtually accept the Defender of Potential Award, Jhoanna Alba, CEO/Founder Alba Legacy and Fashion Designer, will receive the Trailblazer Award.

Listen: HOCUS POCUS 2 Costume Designer Salvador Perez on The Art of Kindness
Listen: HOCUS POCUS 2 Costume Designer Salvador Perez on The Art of Kindness
October 31, 2022

Costume Designer Salvador Perez (Hocus Pocus 2, The Mindy Project) to the hit podcast The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for a Halloween special. Salvador discusses taking on the challenge of bringing the Sanderson Sisters back to life, acts of kindness on set from Bette Midler and much more.

Rockers Of Limbo Deliver New Track 'Let's Go'
Rockers Of Limbo Deliver New Track 'Let's Go'
October 31, 2022

Long Beach, CA Rockers Of Limbo have released a raucous & fun new track and video, ‘Let’s Go’.  Known for high energy, on the brink of out-of-control live shows, they create an electric atmosphere that is infectious - making it impossible not to have a good time. The band is racing forward and ready to move to another level with their career.

THE WHITE LOTUS Season Two Debuted To 1.5 Million Viewers
THE WHITE LOTUS Season Two Debuted To 1.5 Million Viewers
October 31, 2022

The season 2 premiere of THE WHITE LOTUS tallied just over 1.5 million viewers in the U.S. on Sunday night across HBO Max and linear telecasts, according to a combination of Nielsen and first party data. The new season stars Jennifer Coolidge, Aubrey Plaza, F. Murray Abraham, Theo James, and more.



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