MJ The Musical
As with other stand-outs of the jukebox genre Ain't Too Proud, Jersey Boys, Tina Nottage's book and Wheeldon's direction/choreography tap into collective nostalgia without sacrificing of-the-moment vitality
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Why see MJ The Musical?
THE KING OF POP LIVES ON, ON STAGE!
Nominated for three 2025 Olivier Awards - including 'Best New Musical'
Michael Jackson fans rejoice as a brand new musical all about the iconic superstar is here! 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 over-demand to know what was happening to the beloved musician. His legacy lives on with his 31 top ten hits, 13 Grammy Awards, six Brit Awards and 26 American Music Awards.
Upcoming Performances
Cast
- Jamaal Fields-Green as MJ
- Ashley Zhangazha as Joseph Jackson/Rob
- Mitchell Zhangazha as Michael
- Philippa Stefani as Rachel
- Wilson Kiiru as Jermaine Jackson
- KoKo Alexandra as Katherine Jackson/Kate
- Joshua C Jackson as Berry Gordy/Nick
- Cristiano Cuino, Sekhani Dumezweni, Khanya Madaka and Aidan Oti as Little Marlon
- Jaydon Eastman, Elliot Mugume, Ethan Sokontwe and Dylan Trigger as Little Michael
- Kwamé Kandekore as the standby for MJ and Michael
- Kieran Alleyne as MJ alternate and standby for Michael
- Buna McCreery-Njie as Marlon Jackson
- Michael Conley as Dave
- Matt Gonsalves as Alejandro
- Rohan Pinnock-Hamilton as Tito Jackson/Quincy Jones
Please note: The producers can't guarantee the appearance of any performers on any specific date.
Creative
- Book by Lynn Nottage
- Directed by Christopher Wheeldon
- Set design by Derek McLane
- Lighting design by Natasha Katz
- Costume design by Paul Tazewell
- Sound Design by Gareth Owen
- Projection design by Pete Nigrini
- Wig design by Charles LaPointe
- Music direction by Jason Michael Webb
- Musical supervision by David Holcenberg
Awards
2025 Olivier Awards
Nominations
- Best New Musical
- Best Actor In A Musical
- Best Theatre Choreographer
2025 Olivier Awards
- Best Theatre Choreographer - Christopher Wheeldon
Nominations
- Best Theatre Choreographer
- Best New Musical
- Best Actor in a Musical - Myles Frost
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