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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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Harvey Guillén Looks Back on Being an Understudy in WICKED in Japan
Harvey Guillén Looks Back on Being an Understudy in WICKED in Japan
June 1, 2023

Harvey Guillén is looking back on his time as an undersudy in a Japanese production of Wicked. Guillén revealed one his first jobs was understudying the role of the Wizard in a production of Wicked at Universal Studios Japan. He went on to prove that he can still sing 'Sentimental Man' in Japanese.

Misha Fair Unveils Empowering Single 'Beg'
Misha Fair Unveils Empowering Single 'Beg'
June 1, 2023

Misha Fair has released 'Beg,' an emotionally charged, swampy blues track that combines raw vocals with delightful and seductive melodies. The single is accompanied by irresistibly atmospheric electric guitars and marks the follow-up to Fair's intense and soul-stirring single 'Memphis,' which highlighted her captivating storytelling.

Lauren Alaina to Release Six New Songs Next Week
Lauren Alaina to Release Six New Songs Next Week
June 1, 2023

Created by an assembly of Nashville talents, the six-track tacks on cuts by artists Cole Swindell, Ella Langley, and Luke Bryan, mainstay hit makers Josh Osborne, Parker Welling, and Hunter Phelps, and upstart newcomers Emily Landis, Rocky Block, John Byron, and Lydia Vaughan among others. It also features a cheeky duet with Lainey Wilson.

Hillary Clinton's BELOW THE BELT: THE LAST HEALTH TABOO to Premiere on PBS
Hillary Clinton's BELOW THE BELT: THE LAST HEALTH TABOO to Premiere on PBS
June 1, 2023

Text Box 1a film by award-winning filmmaker Shannon Cohn and executive producers Hillary Rodham Clinton, Rosario Dawson, Corrine Foxx and Mae Whitman, tells the personal  and inspiring stories of four patients urgently searching for answers to mysterious symptoms and exposes widespread problems in the healthcare system.

Max Celebrates Pride Month in June With Partnerships, Events, and Programming Highlighting LGBTQ+ Voices
Max Celebrates Pride Month in June With Partnerships, Events, and Programming Highlighting LGBTQ+ Voices
June 1, 2023

June will see a design refresh for the spotlight page with an Ultimate Pride celebration, Essential Pride Month Watchlist, and more, promoting both new and iconic content from Max’s deep library of authentic queer storytelling including Trixie Motel, I Am Jazz, Our Flag Means Death, Nate & Jeremiah Home Project, 90 Day Fiancé: Love In Paradise.

Steve Salett (King of France, Poison Tree) Announces Solo Album
Steve Salett (King of France, Poison Tree) Announces Solo Album
June 1, 2023

There are also tracks that he wrote with his good friend Thomas Bartlett (St. Vincent, Florence & the Machine, Yoko Ono), like “I For One” and “Spun the Wheel,” a cinematic narrative that finds Salett singing from the perspective of an older man who had his chance, and is now at the end of his life and looking back over it.

Indie Powerhouse Tomi Releases 'If You Tried' Single Ahead of West Coast Tour Dates
Indie Powerhouse Tomi Releases 'If You Tried' Single Ahead of West Coast Tour Dates
June 1, 2023

'If You Tried'  is an unfettered anthem about letting go of blame and moving on with a middle finger in the air, after a long drawn-out breakup. TOMI, led by musician songwriter and producer Pam Autuori, who left her major label in the pursuit of artistic freedom, embraces a new musical sensibility. Plus, tour dates!

Purr Release New Album 'Who Is Afraid Of Blue?' Tomorrow
Purr Release New Album 'Who Is Afraid Of Blue?' Tomorrow
June 1, 2023

Between 1966 and 1970, the American artist Barnett Newman painted a series of four large scale paintings titled Who’s Afraid of Red, Yellow and Blue. That painting series’ title was a reference to Edward Albee’s 1960’s play, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, which was in itself a reference to 'Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?'

Billy Joel to Conclude Madison Square Garden Residency in 2024
Billy Joel to Conclude Madison Square Garden Residency in 2024
June 1, 2023

Billy Joel announced that after ten years, Joel’s historic franchise run at The Garden will conclude with his 150th lifetime show at the venue in July 2024. With this also comes the announcement that the first of the final ten shows in his record-breaking residency at The World’s Most Famous Arena will take place on October 20, 2023.

Tenacious D Release Recorded Version of 'Wicked Game' Cover
Tenacious D Release Recorded Version of 'Wicked Game' Cover
June 1, 2023

Tenacious D - comprised of Jack Black and Kyle Gass - have finally released a recorded version of their viral, fan-favorite live cover of Chris Isaak’s “Wicked Game.”  The cover comes on the heels of the band’s first new song in five years, “Video Games,” which has been streamed nearly 15 million times in less than a month.

RIOPY's Song 'Ukiyo' Certified Gold By the RIAA
RIOPY's Song 'Ukiyo' Certified Gold By the RIAA
June 1, 2023

French-English composer and pianist RIOPY’s 2019 track “Ukiyo” is now certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America with more than 500,000 copies sold. The track appears on his Tree of Light LP, which has remained on Billboard’s Classical Albums chart for more than 135 weeks.

Everything Is Terrible! Announce Summer Tour
Everything Is Terrible! Announce Summer Tour
June 1, 2023

Now that society is collapsing, Everything Is Terrible! is reborn with their new and fantastical expedition... but this time the adults can stay home! EIT! has unearthed thousands of forgotten DVD & VHS tapes aimed at yesterday’s youth to bring you their most mind-melting movie to date. Plus, check out tour dates!

Franklin Jonas to Drop Debut EP 'Sewer Rat'
Franklin Jonas to Drop Debut EP 'Sewer Rat'
June 1, 2023

Sewer Rat is the debut EP from rising artist Franklin Jonas. The forthcoming project, written and produced with Charlie Brand (Miniature Tigers, Weezer, Skizzy Mars), introduces the sonic world Franklin has worked for several years to create.

World of Wonder Sets The Queens of 'Drag Race France' Season Two
World of Wonder Sets The Queens of 'Drag Race France' Season Two
June 1, 2023

World of Wonder has announced the 11 fabulous French queens who are ready to compete for the crown on the second season of “Drag Race France.” “RuPaul’s Drag Race” S12 alum, Nicky Doll, returns to host the second season alongside returning resident judges – actress and TV host, Daphné Bürki, and French DJ and LGBTQ+ activist, Kiddy Smile.

Video: Watch the AND JUST LIKE THAT... Season Two Trailer
Video: Watch the AND JUST LIKE THAT... Season Two Trailer
June 1, 2023

Max has released the trailer for season two of And Just Like That..., the new chapter of Sex & the City. Returning series regulars include Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Davis, Sara Ramírez, Sarita Choudhury, Nicole Ari Parker, Karen Pittman, Mario Cantone, David Eigenberg, Evan Handler, Christopher Jackson, and more. Watch the video!

Middle Kids Share New Single 'Bootleg Firecracker' & Announce Tour Dates With Jimmy Eat World and Manchester Orchestra
Middle Kids Share New Single 'Bootleg Firecracker' & Announce Tour Dates With Jimmy Eat World and Manchester Orchestra
June 1, 2023

Middle Kids (Tim Fitz, Hannah Joy, and Harry Day) are about to enter a new chapter in their career with the release of their latest single, 'Bootleg Firecracker.' In 2022, the band made an impulsive decision to travel to Eastbourne, UK in order to spend an intense six weeks with renowned producer Jonathan Gilmore (The 1975).

SPEEDY ORTIZ Announce New Album & Tour; Share 'You S02' Single
SPEEDY ORTIZ Announce New Album & Tour; Share 'You S02' Single
June 1, 2023

Speedy Ortiz announces its long-awaited new album entitled Rabbit Rabbit. Rabbit Rabbit was co-produced by the band with Illuminati Hotties’ Sarah Tudzin (who also mixed the record), mastered by Emily Lazar & Chris Allgood at The Lodge (New York, NY), and was recorded between Rancho de la Luna (Joshua Tree, CA) & Sonic Ranch (Tornillo, TX).

Cher to Release 'Man's World' Deluxe Edition & First-Ever Vinyl Pressing
Cher to Release 'Man's World' Deluxe Edition & First-Ever Vinyl Pressing
June 1, 2023

Cher's critically-acclaimed classic album It's A Man's World is being reimagined as a special deluxe limited-edition vinyl box set that features a remastered version of the original 14-track UK album on 2 LPs, as well as a newly compiled double LP containing eleven rare remixes.

Blake Mills to Debut New Album 'Jelly Road' in July & Drop 'Skeleton Key'
Blake Mills to Debut New Album 'Jelly Road' in July & Drop 'Skeleton Key'
June 1, 2023

Blake Mills’ new album Jelly Road, co-written with Chris Weisman is out in July. Mills learned of Weisman through a friend while making the critically acclaimed album Notes With Attachments with bassist Pino Palladino. A reclusive songwriter, jazz musician and conceptual artist, Weisman has released over 35 albums in just 10 years.

Mura Masa Shares New Track 'Drugs' Featuring Daniela Lalita
Mura Masa Shares New Track 'Drugs' Featuring Daniela Lalita
June 1, 2023

The new song follows “Whenever I Want,” the first Pond Recordings release, as well as production work on the chart-topping, global hit, “Boy’s a liar Pt. 2” with PinkPantheress and Ice Spice, plus tracks with Shygirl, Oklou, Eliza Rose and more. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!



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