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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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The Lion King

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Hairspray

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Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2022 - Where to Watch DISENCHANTED & More
Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2022 - Where to Watch DISENCHANTED & More
November 5, 2022

From highly-anticipated new movie musicals like Disenchanted and Spirited, to the soundtrack for Netflix's upcoming Matilda the Musical movie soundtrack, November's new streaming releases will give Broadway fans entertained throughout the month. 

Pluto TV Announces Huge Expansion of CBS Content
Pluto TV Announces Huge Expansion of CBS Content
October 31, 2022

Tapping into the rich heritage of the CBS library and the huge reach of America’s Most Watched broadcast network, audiences will now have unprecedented access to over 6300 new, classic episodes available to stream on-demand - tripling the amount of CBS series currently available on-demand on Pluto TV.

Moxy The Band Release New Single 'The Feeling Of Letting Go'
Moxy The Band Release New Single 'The Feeling Of Letting Go'
October 31, 2022

80s-esque indie pop trio Moxy The Band have shared their latest single, “The Feeling Of Letting Go.” Moxy The Band will be celebrating Dream Feeling with a special show on release day. Join the band in Sacramento at Bottle and Barlow on November 11th to hear songs from the new album live. Watch the new music video now!

VIDEO: INTO THE WOODS Cast Performs 'Last Midnight' & Title Song on THE VIEW
VIDEO: INTO THE WOODS Cast Performs 'Last Midnight' & Title Song on THE VIEW
October 31, 2022

Watch a video of the cast of Into the Woods performing on The View's Halloween episode! The appearance included the cast performing the title number and Patina Miller performing 'Last Midnight.' The performance also featured Stephanie J. Block as the Baker's Wife, Sebastian Arcelus as The Baker, Krysta Rodriguez as Cinderella, and more.

The Failsafe Release New Single 'Ghost of You'
The Failsafe Release New Single 'Ghost of You'
October 31, 2022

The video for “Ghost Of You” was directed and edited by Ryan Hudson and Shane Pitmon. The song was written by The Failsafe and Sahaj Ticotin, and produced by Sahaj Ticotin. The new track’s lyrics effortlessly unearth the stinging memories of lovers divided, and unfaithfulness that haunts vocalist Jesse Weber as he looks to escape this painful past.

VIDEO: Sherri Shepherd Celebrates Halloween With Cynthia Bailey & Countess Luann on SHERRI
VIDEO: Sherri Shepherd Celebrates Halloween With Cynthia Bailey & Countess Luann on SHERRI
October 31, 2022

SHERRI kicks off the week with “Sherri’s Halloween Gala!” During this special Halloween episode, Sherri and her guests are inspired by the series “Bridgerton” but with a twist - they are ALL vampires. Watch videos of Countess Luann discussing the RHONY reboot, Cynthia Bailey teasing an RHOA comeback, and more.

VIDEO: YEAH YEAH YEAHS Share New Music Video for 'Wolf'
VIDEO: YEAH YEAH YEAHS Share New Music Video for 'Wolf'
October 31, 2022

Coming off the recent release of their first album in nine years, the critically acclaimed Cool It Down (out now via Secretly Canadian), and two now-legendary shows at NYC’s Forest Hills Stadium and LA’s Hollywood Bowl, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs release the new video for album standout track “Wolf.” wWatch the new music video now!

Freja The Dragon Announces New EP & Release 'Closer ft. Peter Bjorn and John'
Freja The Dragon Announces New EP & Release 'Closer ft. Peter Bjorn and John'
October 31, 2022

Ahead of the announcement Freja The Dragon released the EP’s lead single “Closer ft. Peter Bjorn and John” – a track that exudes Freja’s new confidence as an artist. It’s also the first song since Peter Bjorn and John’s 2020 studio album Endless Dream that features the legendary indie-pop trio playing together.

Reboot's 'The Golem: Rescored' Coming Soon to Vinyl
Reboot's 'The Golem: Rescored' Coming Soon to Vinyl
October 31, 2022

Reboot is releasing a vinyl record this month, featuring new scores of The Golem film by Scott Amendola, Steven Drozd (The Flaming Lips) and Steve Berlin  (Los Lobos, The Flesh Eaters) / Threshing Floor (Alan Licht, Gretchen Gonzales Davidson, Rebecca Odes, John Olson, Nate Young) / Meg Baird, and more.

Bette Midler, Megan Mullally & More Join THE FABULOUS FOUR Film
Bette Midler, Megan Mullally & More Join THE FABULOUS FOUR Film
October 31, 2022

The film will follow three best friends as they travel to Key West, Florida to be bridesmaids for the surprise wedding of their college girlfriend, Marilyn (Midler). Once they arrive, their sisterhood is rekindled, the past rises up again in all its glory, and there’s enough sparks, drinks and romance to change their lives in unexpected ways.

Kimbra Announces International Tour to Kick off January 2023
Kimbra Announces International Tour to Kick off January 2023
October 31, 2022

The tour kicks off in Copenhagen on January 21st with support from Tommy Raps on a run of European and UK dates. Kimbra makes her way back to North America on February 9th with a show in Nashville alongside Tei Shi, traveling to major cities including New York at Webster Hall and Los Angeles at The Fonda Theatre.

Ryan Murphy Reveals That Mr. Schuester Was Originally a Crystal Meth Addict on GLEE
Ryan Murphy Reveals That Mr. Schuester Was Originally a Crystal Meth Addict on GLEE
October 31, 2022

Glee creator Ryan Murphy was the guest on the first episode of the 'And That's You REALLY Missed' podcast, which deep dives into a behind-the-scenes look at the hit musical series. Murphy reveals that the character of Mr. Schue, played by Matthew Morrison, was originally written for Justin Timberlake and had a meth addiction.

Photos: Vice President Kamala Harris, Sheryl Lee Ralph & More Join Human Rights Campaign Annual Dinner
Photos: Vice President Kamala Harris, Sheryl Lee Ralph & More Join Human Rights Campaign Annual Dinner
October 31, 2022

The star-studded event featured remarks from Vice President Kamala Harris and Incoming HRC President Kelley Robinson. HRC honored Emmy winner Sheryl Lee Ralph with the National Ally for Equality Award. Stars Abbi Jacobson and Chanté Adams accepted an award on behalf of A League of Their Own. Check out photos now!

Snoop Dogg Announces Holidaze of Blaze Concert with T-Pain, Warren G, Ying Yang Twins & Justin Champagne
Snoop Dogg Announces Holidaze of Blaze Concert with T-Pain, Warren G, Ying Yang Twins & Justin Champagne
October 31, 2022

Snoop Dogg, the seven-time Platinum selling Artist, Movie Star, and Cultural Icon announces his upcoming Holidaze of Blaze tour featuring an incredible night of hits from a star-studded lineup! Joining Snoop on this Tour are other transformational artists like T-Pain, Warren G, Ying Yang Twins, and rising star Justin Champagne.

Vylana Announces New Visual Album 'Goddess Rise'
Vylana Announces New Visual Album 'Goddess Rise'
October 31, 2022

Goddess Rise is both an album and an invitation. It tells the story of Vylana’s emergence from the depths of pain, caused in great part by self-rejection that was reinforced by the value structures of our society. Without the fortification of self love and acceptance she tolerated all manner of abuses from an often manipulative and vampiric world.

Watch Queen Latifah as This Week's Celebrity Guest on Peacock's THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW
Watch Queen Latifah as This Week's Celebrity Guest on Peacock's THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW
October 31, 2022

Watch Queen Latifah's appearance on THE AMBER RUFFIN SHOW which showcases Amber’s signature smart and silly take on the week's news.

Matthew Joseph Releases New Single 'Waiting'
Matthew Joseph Releases New Single 'Waiting'
October 31, 2022

Matthew Joseph is someone who has been consumed and infatuated by music from a young age. Always competing and taking part in dance competitions, Joseph always wanted to be like the popstars you saw on TV in the 2000s like Britney Spears, but decided to take on the design and behind the scenes part of the industry for a while.

Atarashii Gakko! Release New Song 'Hanako'
Atarashii Gakko! Release New Song 'Hanako'
October 31, 2022

Originating from a Japanese urban legend of ‘Hanako-san’, a girl ghost who haunts school bathrooms, the track is a spooky, yet undeniable ATARASHII GAKKO! high octane banger. The music video, directed by Sayaka Nakane and shot in an abandoned elementary school, includes choreography created by the group themselves.

VANDERWOLF Continues Genre-Bending Journey With Single '3/5th in the Fire'
VANDERWOLF Continues Genre-Bending Journey With Single '3/5th in the Fire'
October 31, 2022

As a follow-up to the LP, “12 Little Killers,” New York musician Max Vanderwolf will release the retro-futuristic single, “3/5ths in the Fire” 2022 via Proper. The song, which was recorded in Camberwell, London with producer Chris Wyles at the helm, has its origins in the raging rock excesses of Vanderwolf’s previous London band, Last Man Standing.

Valerian-Flores (Negative Scanner) & Theo Katsaounis (Joan of Arc, Aitis Band) Share Horror-Story Album 'The Silence of Memory'
Valerian-Flores (Negative Scanner) & Theo Katsaounis (Joan of Arc, Aitis Band) Share Horror-Story Album 'The Silence of Memory'
October 31, 2022

The Silence of Memory explores violence, memory, family and time perception, and premiered at the Empty Bottle last fall. Valeriano-Flores is best-known for her fierce performances leading Chicago punk band Negative Scanner, but here trades her bracing frontwoman persona for spoken-word narration, against which Katsaounis provides bristling accompaniment.



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