MJ The Musical
A riveting adrenaline rush of a show!
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Why see MJ The Musical?
The Four-Time Tony Award Winner
Michael Jackson fans rejoice as the musical all about the iconic superstar continues at Broadway's Neil Simon Theater. With Jackson's plethora of moon-walking hits in tow, MJ the Musical is set to explore the star's life and his stratospheric rise to fame.
The Michael Jackson Estate and Columbia Live Stage have partnered on the project, with two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage (Sweat, Ruined) set to pen the book. Tony winner Christopher Wheeldon (An American In Paris) has been tapped to Choreograph/Direct the musical. With both Nottage and Wheeldon on the scene, admirers of the late artist can rest assured that Michael's incredible story is in safe hands.
Michael Jackson
Rising to fame as a member of the famous Jackson 5 in the late 60's, Michael Jackson is dubbed as the King of Pop, with the artist becoming one of the most significant cultural figures of the twentieth century and one of the greatest entertainers of all time. When his sudden death was announced in 2009, the news shocked the global community with websites crashing due to overdemand to know what was happening to the beloved musician. His legacy lives on to this day, with his 31 top ten hits, 13 Grammy Awards, six Brit Awards and 26 American Music Awards.
Key Information
Audience
Recommended for ages eight years and older
Run Time
Two hours and 30 minutes, including an intermission
Dates
Showing until Apr 27, 2025
Upcoming Performances
Cast
- Elijah Rhea Johnson as Michael Jackson
- Apollo Levine as Joseph Jackson and Rob
- Gabriel Ruiz as Alejandro
- Antoine L. Smith as Berry Gordy and Nick
- John Edwards as Jackie Jackson
- Ayana Jackson as Katherine Jackson
- Matthew Frederick Harris as Quincy Jones and Tito Jackson
- Tavon Olds-Sample as Michael
- Nick T. Daly as Jermaine Jackson
- Lloyd A. Boyd III as Randy Jackson
- Zachary Downer as Marlon Jackson
- Jace Bently as Little Marlon
- Gabriel Ruiz as Alejandro
- Antoine L. Smith as Berry Gordy/Nick
- Joey Sorge as Dave
- Ilario Grant as Standby Michael Jackson and Michael
- Matte Martinez as Standby Michael Jackson and Michael
- Whitney Bashor as Rachel
- Sage Lee as Standby Michael Jackson and Michael
- Jackson Hayes, Austin Rankin and Eric Williams alternating as Little Michael
Further cast
Blu Allen, Dasia Amos, Alex Aquilino, Tre Fraizer, Kali May Grinder, Michael Harmon, David Hughey, Skye Jackson-Williams, D. Jerome, Carole Denise Jones, Carina-Kay Louchiey, Michelle Mercedes, Sarah Sigman, Ryan Vandenboom and Brandon Whitmore
Creative
- Lynn Nottage
- Christopher Wheeldon
- Derek McLane
- Natasha Katz
- Paul Tazewell
- Gareth Owen
- Pete Nigrini
- Charles LaPointe
- Jason Michael Webb
- David Holcenberg
- Holcenberg and Webb
Awards
2022 Tony Awards
- Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical
- Best Choreography
- Best Lighting Design of a Musical
- Best Sound Design of a Musical
Nominations
- Best Musical
- Best Leading Actor in a Musical
- Best Direction of a Musical
- Best Choreography
- Best Orchestrations
- Best Book
- Best Scenic Design of a Musical
- Best Costume Design of a Musical
- Best Lighting Design of a Musical
- Best Sound Design of a Musical
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2022 Drama Desk Awards
Nominations
- Outstanding Actor in a Musical - Myles Frost
- Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical - Tavon Olds-Sample
- Outstanding Choreography
- Outstanding Orchestrations
- Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical
- Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical
- Outstanding Wig and Hair Design
Reviews
Customer reviews
66 reviews, average rating: (4.6 Stars)
Theresa Tulloch
Above Outstanding
I took my mom and son to see MJ for her birthday. It was absolutely outstanding. It was greater than what we anticipated. Please go and see for yourself. You will not be disappointed! ... Read more
Nik
Brilliant Show
I'm not one for musicals but I would go back to see this alone. The performance off all the actors was brilliant the music and vocals faultless.
The way it transitioned seamlessly from present to past memories and back to present was outstanding.
If you want to see one show make it this one. Honestly if you like MJs music even just a little you won't be disappointed. ... Read more
SelinaK
BEYOND MY EXPECTATIONS!
This was the best musical I have seen in a LONG time. I didn't know what to expect, and it actually turned out to be a complete STORY with emotion, drama, love, loss, pain and joy. The actors and singers were STELLAR. At one point everyone was crying during a pivotal scene with Little MJ, and another point -- The Thriller portion, you could hear a pin drop. What a beautiful look into the life and story of MJ. There were THREE standing ovations during my viewing of the show. THREE. At one point people just stopped sitting down. A tour de force. Definitely worth a watch and rewatch! I'm taking my family next time!!! ... Read more
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