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Opened: June 24, 2024
Closing: December 07, 2024

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Prince Edward Theatre
(Leicester Square/Tottenham Court Road) Old Compton Street London

__‘A RAVISHING SPECTACLE’ (Evening Standard)__



THE TONY AWARD WINNING NEW MUSICAL COMES TO LONDON



He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time.



Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry is thrilling West End audiences night after night at the Prince Edward Theatre, in the multi-Tony Award®- winning musical MJ.



Starring the ‘jaw-droppingly talented Myles Frost’ (Time Out), MJ is centred around the making of Jackson’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour. Going beyond his singular moves and signature sound, it offers a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted him into legendary status.



__‘EXHILARATING AND DAZZLING’ (WhatsOnStage)__



Created by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage and Tony Award-winning director/choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, this electrifying new musical features some of the most iconic songs in music history, including Billie Jean, Beat It. Man in the Mirror, and Smooth Criminal.


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Video: Watch the Touring Cast of MJ THE MUSICAL Perform 'Beat It' on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2024


The cast of the national tour of MJ the Musical stopped by The Jennifer Hudson Show on Wednesday to perform the classic hit Beat It from the show. Created by Tony Award®-winning Director/ Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and Signature Sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status. Watch the performance now!

Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - May 16, 2024


Minneapolis, Minnesota witnessed the electrifying presence of the King of Pop as the Orpheum Theatre welcomed the national tour of 'MJ the Musical,' running until May 26, 2024. This multi-Tony Award-winning production offers a captivating portrayal of the legendary Michael Jackson's life and legacy.

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 5/12/24 - THE LION KING, CABARET & More Top the List
by - May 14, 2024


Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 5/12/2024.

Photos: Comedian Tiffany Haddish Visits MJ THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2024


Acclaimed comedian and actor, Tiffany Haddish, visited the cast of MJ on Broadway at the Neil Simon Theatre this weekend. Check out photos below!

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL & More Set for Celebrity Attractions 24-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2024


Experience the biggest Tulsa Broadway Season to date with Celebrity Attractions' 41st season, featuring seven shows including MOULIN ROUGE, MJ The Musical, BACK TO THE FUTURE, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Shows and Judges Confirmed For The Acting For Others 2024 West End Flea Market
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2024


Acting for Others has announced the leading West End theatre shows participating in this year's West End Flea Market. The event will take place on Saturday 18 May at St Paul's Church and Churchyard, Covent Garden from 10am – 2pm.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Doing The Hee-Hee Show with Sarah Sigman
by Jayke Workman - May 12, 2024


In this video, I am joined by performer Sarah Sigman to talk about her work in the theater, including her current position as a Swing in MJ The Musical on Broadway! Sarah shares about the highs and lows of being a Broadway Swing, and her experience of being a dance captain for On Your Feet! at The MUNY.

Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at KC Music Hall
by Alan Portner - May 8, 2024


Michael is Roman Banks with a spot-on almost miraculous personification of the Ing of Pop.  The dancing, the voice, the persona.  They are all there.  Banks offers a remarkable performance.  

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 5/5/24 - CABARET, HAMILTON & More Top the List
by - May 7, 2024


Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 5/5/2024.

Interview: Roman Banks of MJ THE MUSICAL at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - May 7, 2024


MJ - The Musical is set to embark on its national tour, with a stop scheduled at the Orpheum Theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota, from May 14 to May 26, 2024.

Photos: NYC Mayor's Chief Advisor Ingrid Lewis-Martin Visits MJ THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024


Ingrid Lewis-Martin, NYC Mayor’s Chief Advisor, visited the cast of MJ on Broadway at the Neil Simon Theatre this weekend. Check out photos here!

Video: Watch a Behind-the-Scenes Look at THE WIZ on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - May 3, 2024


On Friday, The Today Show visited The Wiz on Broadway for a special behind-the-scenes look at the revival of the classic musical. In the interview, Wayne Brady, who plays The Wiz, talked about the formative experience of watching the 1978 film with Michael Jackson and Diana Ross. Nichelle Lewis is making her Broadway debut in the production and recalls the creative team finding her through TikTok. Watch the full interview now!

Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - May 2, 2024


What did our critic If you 'Wanna be Startin' Something,' then check out Des Moines Performing Arts; not only did they recently announce their 2024/2025 season, but they are not stopping there.  This week, they are bringing the hottest show of the 2021/2022 Broadway Season.  'MJ: The Musical' opened to a packed house on Tuesday night. From the moment the show started, the buzz continued growing, and there was an immediate standing ovation at the end of the show.  What was the buzz about?  think of MJ THE MUSICAL at Des Moines Performing Arts?

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 4/28/24 - THE WIZ, CABARET & More Top the List
by - Apr 30, 2024


Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 4/28/2024.

FUNNY GIRL, & JULIET, and More Set For Overture Center's 20th Anniversary Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024


Overture Center has revealed its 20th Anniversary 2024/25 season. Broadway at Overture welcomes back audience-favorite “Wicked,” also celebrating its 20th anniversary year, and includes the Wisconsin premieres of “& Juliet,” “Shucked” and “The Neil Diamond Musical: A Beautiful Noise.”

LES MISERABLES, MAMMA MIA!, and More Set For Broadway in Jacksonville 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024


The FSCJ Artist Series Broadway in Jacksonville has announced the 24/25 Broadway season shows coming to the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts.  

THE WIZ 2024 Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024


The 2024 cast recording of The Wiz will be released this summer! Learn more about The Wiz here!

Tiffany Mann, Aisha Jackson, and More Will Lead DREAMGIRLS at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2024


Tiffany Mann, Aisha Jackson, Courtnee Carter, Charl Brown, Nick Rashad Burroughs, Ron Himes, Aramie Payton, Robby Clater and Natalie Kaye Clater will star in the Muny production of Dreamgirls.

THE GREAT GATSBY Will Release Original Broadway Cast Recording This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024


The new Broadway musical The Great Gatsby will release its Original Broadway Cast Recording this summer! Learn more about how to preorder the album here!

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 4/21/24 - THE WIZ, WICKED & More Top the List
by - Apr 23, 2024


Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 4/21/2024.

Photos: Jeremy Jordan & Eva Noblezada in THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2024


The Great Gatsby is set to open in under a week, on Thursday, April 25 at The Broadway Theatre. Check out a first look at the cast in action here!

BROADWAY FOR SELF HELP AFRICA Raises Funds This Week
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2024


Ninth annual Broadway for Self Help Africa concert was held on Monday, April 15 at 7 PM at The Cutting Room in NYC. The successful event brought together a slew of Broadway's brightest stars raising their voices, raising the roof, and raising vital funds for Self Help Africa!

Las Vegas Tribute Show Sues Michael Jackson Estate Over Use of 'MJ' Logo
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024


The Las Vegas Michael Jackson tribute show, MJ Live, is suing the Michael Jackson estate over the use of its logo.

Interview: J. Daughtry of MJ THE MUSICAL at Broadway Across America
by Alan Portner - Apr 17, 2024


I remember seeing a remarkable, ten-year-old Michael Jackson with his brothers on Sunday’s Ed Sullivan Show in the late 1960s.  He was a heck of a performer even then.   It seems remarkable that the man that little boy became passed away more than fifteen years ago. More unbelievably, Michael would be eligible this year for Social Security and Medicare.

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 4/14/24 - CABARET, MJ & More Top the List
by - Apr 16, 2024


Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 4/14/2024.

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