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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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Video: Kid Francescoli Shares 'Take Time' Video
Video: Kid Francescoli Shares 'Take Time' Video
October 12, 2023

With the release of Sunset Blue, Kid Francescoli unveils 11 tunes: sunbathed French Touch ('Run Run,' '1986'), romantic chillwave ('Corsica'), uplifting synthpop ('You Are Everywhere,' 'Like Magic'), electronic-soul ('Casino Soul'), cinematic disco ('Solaris'), cosmic R&B ('Sweet and Sour,' 'Take Time'). Watch the vidoe and see tour dates!

Video: Sun Room Release Their Video For 'At Least I Tried'
Video: Sun Room Release Their Video For 'At Least I Tried'
October 12, 2023

Directed by Jack Revell, the video jumps between the band trying their best to make it through a whirlwind week, and footage from a house show they played in San Diego for the 4th of July. An ode to the messy chaos of the house shows that raised them, the “At Least I Tried” video perfectly captures how Sun Room spends their summer days.

Video: The Shindellas Perform 'Last Night Was Good For My Soul' on the TODAY Show
Video: The Shindellas Perform 'Last Night Was Good For My Soul' on the TODAY Show
October 12, 2023

Breakthrough R&B girl group The Shindellas made their debut on NBC’s “TODAY Show” this morning performing their new song, “Last Night Was Good For My Soul.” “Last Night Was Good For My Soul” recently reached #10 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay Charts, making it the emerging trio’s first top ten single. Watch the video!

Poolside Release New Single 'Moonlight'
Poolside Release New Single 'Moonlight'
October 12, 2023

Lofty vocals on Poolside’s  “Moonlight”--co-written with Cut Copy’s Ben Browning and the follow up to their “Ride With You.' It is the latest single from the recording project of producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jeffrey Paradise that will appear on his upcoming album Blame It All On Love. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Allen Ginsberg Tribute 'The Fall of America Vol II' Out Now
Allen Ginsberg Tribute 'The Fall of America Vol II' Out Now
October 12, 2023

The album features performances by Ai Weiwei, Philip Glass, Anne Waldman, Thurston Moore With Saul Williams, Devendra Banhart, Miho Hatori, Jack Dangers, Yoni Wolf, Fennesz & Taylor Deupree, Stephen Hillage & Miquette Giraudy, Kai Campos & CJ Mirra, DJ Spooky / Aka That Subliminal Kid Feat Antoine Drye, and more.

Vide: Watch Peacock's PLEASE DON'T DESTROY: THE TREASURE OF FOGGY MOUNTAIN Trailer
Vide: Watch Peacock's PLEASE DON'T DESTROY: THE TREASURE OF FOGGY MOUNTAIN Trailer
October 12, 2023

In PLEASE DON’T DESTROY: THE TREASURE OF FOGGY MOUNTAIN, John Goodman narrates the adventure of Ben, Martin, and John, three childhood friends turned deadbeat co-workers, who fend off hairless bears, desperate park rangers (Meg Stalter and X Mayo) and a hypocritical cult leader (Bowen Yang). Watch the video trailer now!

Leyla McCalla Shares Cover of Haitian Ballad 'Zanj' Feat. Alynda Segarra
Leyla McCalla Shares Cover of Haitian Ballad 'Zanj' Feat. Alynda Segarra
October 12, 2023

Leyla McCalla is sharing the final track in a series of singles that reflect upon the struggle for freedom in our society. Originally recorded by Haitian political protest singer and folk musician Manno Charlemagne, 'Zanj” is originally sung in Haitian Kreyol. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Arrow Video Takes French Horror PANDEMONIUM For UK/North America Distribution
Arrow Video Takes French Horror PANDEMONIUM For UK/North America Distribution
October 12, 2023

PANDEMONIUM is directed by Quarxx (All the Gods in the Sky) and stars Hugo Dillon (AKA, November), Ophélia Kolb (Call My Agent!), Albanian star Arben Bajraktaraj (Besa) and rising talent Manon Maindivide (Drops of God). PANDEMONIUM is the French macabre tale from the creative mind of filmmaker Quarxx. 

Hard 8 Working Group Announces Expansion with LA Office
Hard 8 Working Group Announces Expansion with LA Office
October 12, 2023

Based in Nashville with offices in New York and now Los Angeles, Hard 8 Working Group is a full service music management company founded in 2018 catering to wide range of clients including All-American Rejects, All Time Low, Ari Abdul, Daya, Daughtry, A$AP TYY, Boys Like Girls, Jawbreaker and more.

Kim McLean Featured at Country Music Hall of Fame Songwriter Sessions
Kim McLean Featured at Country Music Hall of Fame Songwriter Sessions
October 12, 2023

Kim McLean, who recently released a book of devotions and an album of songs written with Country Music Hall of Fame member Loretta Lynn, will be the featured guest. Kim will perform and tell stories behind some of the songs from A Song & A Prayer and others she’s written for artists like Tim McGraw, Trisha Yearwood, and Lee Ann Womack.

Video: Watch Rachel Ana Dobken's 'Cruel, Cruel, Cruel' Video
Video: Watch Rachel Ana Dobken's 'Cruel, Cruel, Cruel' Video
October 12, 2023

The video features Dobken on drums, guitar and vocals in a coastal New Jersey skatepark. It was directed by Nick Wolf (Howl Peak Productions) with help from Pete Carter. It was edited by Rachel Ana Dobken and Nick Wolf and colored by Dobken. The video also features Erik Rudic (guitar) and Dan Haase (bass).

Roger Eno announces 'The Skies' Live Tour; New Album 'the skies, they shift like chords' Sets November Release
Roger Eno announces 'The Skies' Live Tour; New Album 'the skies, they shift like chords' Sets November Release
October 12, 2023

In this new live show, pieces from his upcoming sophomore album, the skies, they shift like chords (out on Friday), will be showcased for the first time, as well as highlights from his repertoire. These performances will feature both Roger playing solo piano, and also accompanied by his daughter, Cecily Eno on vocals, a string quintet and guitar.

Taraji P. Henson Announces Joy Joints! Mental Wellness Campaign
Taraji P. Henson Announces Joy Joints! Mental Wellness Campaign
October 12, 2023

The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) and Founder, Taraji P. Henson will launch the nationwide launch of 'BLHF Joy Joints!' This transformative initiative is designed to rekindle the spirit of historic Juke Joints from the early 1900s, creating spaces for people to gather and celebrate with a focus on healing, connection, and joy.

Video: Watch Krysten Ritter in a Chilling First-Look Teaser Trailer of ORPHAN BLACK: ECHOES
Video: Watch Krysten Ritter in a Chilling First-Look Teaser Trailer of ORPHAN BLACK: ECHOES
October 12, 2023

Produced and distributed globally by Boat Rocker and starring and executive produced by Krysten Ritter (Marvel’s Jessica Jones, Love and Death, Breaking Bad), the new 10-episode sci-fi thriller takes place in the world of the landmark and Emmy® Award-winning series Orphan Black. Watch the video teaser now!

Blue Man Group to Release Holiday EP 'Overjoy to the World'
Blue Man Group to Release Holiday EP 'Overjoy to the World'
October 12, 2023

Blue Man Group shared the first peek into the project with the rocking single + video, “Jingle Bones.” Composed and arranged by longtime Blue Man Group contributing director and music composer Jeff Turlik, the project not only satisfies longtime fans with the time-honored classics, but also pushes the boundaries of the collective’s creativity.

Video: Watch THE CURSE Trailer Starring Emma Stone, Nathan Fielder & Benny Safdie
Video: Watch THE CURSE Trailer Starring Emma Stone, Nathan Fielder & Benny Safdie
October 12, 2023

Co-created and executive produced by Benny Safdie and Nathan Fielder, THE CURSE is a genre-bending series that stars Emma Stone (La LaLand, The Favourite), Fielder (The Rehearsal) and Safdie (Oppenheimer). Guest stars include Oscar nominee Barkhad Abdi, Emmy® nominee Corbin Bernsen and Constance Shulman. Watch the video trailer!

Video: Watch a New WONKA Movie Musical Trailer Featuring Timothee Chalamet
Video: Watch a New WONKA Movie Musical Trailer Featuring Timothee Chalamet
October 12, 2023

Watch the new video trailer for the Wonka movie musical starring Timothee Chalamet! Based on the extraordinary character at the center of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the film also stars Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, Mathew Baynton, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, and Oscar winner Olivia Colman.

Maren Morris & Karina Argow to Release New Children's Book
Maren Morris & Karina Argow to Release New Children's Book
October 12, 2023

Morris and Argow were inspired by reading to Morris’ young son to create their first children’s picture book — one that is visually stunning with a story that both children and adults will find humorous and engaging. ADDIE ANT GOES ON AN ADVENTURE combines clever wordplay alongside themes of independence, friendship, and inclusivity.

Miss Grit Shares Remixes From Gilla Band & Aron Kobayashi Ritch
Miss Grit Shares Remixes From Gilla Band & Aron Kobayashi Ritch
October 12, 2023

Gilla Band’s Alan Duggan-Borges has reworked the Korean language version of “Follow The Cyborg”, titled “사이보그를 따라와”, amplifying the album’s machine-like form, while NY-based producer, and composer Aron Kobayashi Ritch (Momma) highlights the emotional side of the album standout “Perfect Blue”.

Video: Watch the SELLING SUNSET Season 7 Trailer
Video: Watch the SELLING SUNSET Season 7 Trailer
October 12, 2023

The realtors of The Oppenheim Group return for season 7 with a brand new office, sleek penthouse listings and personality clashes— and throw enough shade to cover every cabana in Los Angeles. In this cutthroat LA market, reputation is everything. Watch the video trailer now!






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