| Location | Venue | Dates | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL † | Nederlander Theatre | August 1–September 2, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Cincinnati, OH | Aronoff Center | September 5-17, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Greenville, SC | Peace Center | September 19-24, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Charlotte, NC † | Belk Theater | September 27–October 8, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Durham, NC | DPAC | October 10-22, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Atlanta, GA | Fox Theatre | October 24-29, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| New Orleans, LA | Saenger Theatre | November 1-12, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Houston, TX | Hobby Center | November 14-19, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Dallas, TX | Music Hall | November 21–December 3, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Seattle, WA | Paramount Theatre | December 7-17, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Los Angeles, CA | Pantages Theatre | December 20, 2023–January 28, 2024 ℹ | 2023-2024 |
| San Francisco, CA | Orpheum Theatre | January 30–February 25, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | Eccles Theater | February 27–March 3, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| San Diego, CA | Civic Theatre | March 5-10, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Tempe, AZ | ASU Gammage | March 12-17, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Costa Mesa, CA | Segerstrom Center | March 19-31, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Tucson, AZ | Centennial Hall | April 2-7, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Denver, CO | Denver Center | April 10-28, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Des Moines, IA | Des Moines Civic Center | April 30–May 5, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Kansas City, MO | Music Hall | May 7-12, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Minneapolis, MN | Orpheum Theatre | May 14-26, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| St. Louis, MO | Fabulous Fox Theatre | May 28–June 9, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Buffalo, NY | Shea’s PAC | June 11-16, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Boston, MA | Boston Opera House | June 18–July 7, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | DeVos Performance Hall | July 9-14, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Cleveland, OH | KeyBank State Theatre | July 16–August 11, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Washington, DC | National Theatre | August 13–September 8, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Columbus, OH | Ohio Theatre | September 10-15, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Memphis, TN | Orpheum Theatre | September 17-22, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| San Antonio, TX | Majestic Theatre | September 24-29, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | Civic Center Music Hall | October 1-6, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Austin, TX | Bass Concert Hall | October 8-13, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Tulsa, OK | Tulsa PAC | October 15-20, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Detroit, MI | Fisher Theatre | October 23–November 3, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Baltimore, MD | Hippodrome Theatre | November 12-17, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | Benedum Center | November 19–December 1, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Schenectady, NY | Proctors Theatre | December 3-8, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Hartford, CT | The Bushnell | December 10-15, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Rochester, NY | Auditorium Theatre | December 17-22, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Ottawa, ON | National Arts Centre | December 31, 2024–January 5, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Philadelphia, PA | Academy of Music | January 8-19, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Providence, RI | PPAC | January 21-26, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Richmond, VA | Altria Theater | January 28–February 2, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Norfolk, VA | Chrysler Hall | February 4-9, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| East Lansing, MI | Wharton Center | February 11-16, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Greensboro, NC | Tanger Center | February 18-23, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Tampa, FL | Straz Center | February 25–March 2, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Orlando, FL | Dr. Phillips Center | March 4-16, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Miami, FL | Arsht Center | March 18-23, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Naples, FL | Hayes Hall | March 25-30, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Fort Myers, FL | Mann Performing Arts Hall | April 1-6, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Fort Lauderdale, FL | Broward Center | April 8-20, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Jacksonville, FL | Jacksonville Center | April 22-27, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Nashville, TN | TPAC | April 29–May 11, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Fort Worth, TX | Bass Performance Hall | May 13-18, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Fayetteville, AR | Walton Arts Center | May 20-25, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Milwaukee, WI | Marcus Center | May 27–June 1, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Appleton, WI | Fox Cities PAC | June 3-8, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Omaha, NE | Orpheum Theater | June 10-15, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Madison, WI | Overture Center | June 17-22, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Dayton, OH | Schuster Center | June 24-29, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Spokane, WA | First Interstate Center | July 8-13, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Portland, OR | Keller Auditorium | July 15-20, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Eugene, OR | Hult Center | July 22-27, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| San Jose, CA | Center for the Performing Arts | July 29–August 3, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Chicago, IL | Nederlander Theatre | August 12-31, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Greenville, SC | Peace Center | September 2-7, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Louisville, KY | Kentucky Center | September 9-14, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Toronto, ON | Ed Mirvish Theatre | September 16–November 2, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Winnipeg, MB | Centennial Concert Hall | November 5-9, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Edmonton, AB | Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium | November 11-16, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Calgary, AB | Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium | November 18-23, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Vancouver, BC | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | November 25-30, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Boise, ID | Morrison Center | December 2-7, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Albuquerque, NM | Popejoy Hall | December 10-14, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Syracuse, NY | Landmark Theatre | January 6-11, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Indianapolis, IN | Murat Theatre | January 13-18, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Knoxville, TN | Tennessee Theatre | January 20-25, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Atlanta, GA | Fox Theatre | January 27–February 1, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Sarasota, FL | Van Wezel PAH | February 3-8, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| West Palm Beach, FL | Kravis Center | February 10-15, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Birmingham, AL | BJCC Concert Hall | February 17-22, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Charlotte, NC | Belk Theater | February 24–March 1, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Little Rock, AR | Robinson Performance Hall | March 3-8, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| North Charleston, SC | North Charleston PAC | March 10-15, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| San Francisco, CA | Orpheum Theatre | March 24–April 5, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Sacramento, CA | SAFE Credit Union PAC | April 8-19, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Los Angeles, CA | Pantages Theatre | April 21–May 3, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| San Diego, CA | Civic Theatre | May 5-10, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Denver, CO | Denver Center | May 13-17, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| St. Louis, MO | Fabulous Fox Theatre | May 19-24, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
† Part of venue’s 2022/2023 season
2025-2026
- Producers: The Michael Jackson Estate, Lia Vollack, John Branca and John McClain
- Book: Lynn Nottage
- Director: Christopher Wheeldon
- Choreographer: Christopher Wheeldon
- Orchestrations: John Clancy
- Music Supervision: David Holcenberg
- Music Direction: Jason Michael Webb
- Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
- Hair & Wig Design: Charles G. LaPointe
- Makeup Design: Joe Dulude II
- Projection Design: Peter Nigrini
- Lighting Design: Natasha Katz
- Scenic Design: Derek McLane
- Sound Design: Gareth Owen
- Casting: The Telsey Office / Rachel Hoffman, CSA, Lindsay Levine, CSA
- Booking Company: The Booking Group
- Press Representative: DKC / O&M
- General Manager: Bespoke Theatricals.
- Production Stage Manager: Nicole Olson
- Stage Manager: Xavier Khan
- Assistant Stage Managers: Alexander Pierce & Lauren Taylor Winston
- Company Manager: Eric Armstrong
- Assistant Company Manager: Bianca Jean-Charles
CAST
Although every effort is used to keep an accurate listing of personnel, changes can be made without notice. Notable replacements are marked with an asterisk (*).
Principal Cast:
Jordan Markus (MJ), Melvin Gray Jr. (MJ – Alternate), Quentin Blanton Jr. (Little Michael), Bryce A. Holmes (Little Michael), Erik Hamilton (u/s MJ, u/s Michael), Brandon Lee Harris (Michael), Devin Bowles (Joseph Jackson/Rob), Kevin Cruz (Alejandro), J. Daughtry (Berry Gordy/Nick), Rajané Katurah (Katherine Jackson/Kate), Michael Nero (Tito Jackson/Quincy Jones), Austin Rankin (Little Marlon), Jed Resnick (Dave), and Kristin Stokes (Rachel).
Ensemble and Swings:
Omarion Burke (Swing), Kolby Colmary (Ensemble), Joshua Dawson (Swing), Ghrai DeVore-Stokes (Swing), Zuri Noelle Ford (Ensemble/Fight Captain), Ui-Seng François (Swing), Andy Golden (Randy Jackson/Ensemble), Treston J. Henderson (Jackie Jackson/Ensemble), Jahir L. Hipps (Swing), Skye Jackson-Williams (Universal Swing), Faith Jones (Standby for Rachel, Kate/Katherine Jackson), Jacobi Kai (Swing), Rachel Lockhart (Ensemble), Michaela Marfori (Ensemble), Matteo Marretta (Ensemble), Kendrick Mitchell (Swing), Zion Mikhail Pradier (Asst. Dance Captain/Swing), Daria Pilar Redus (Standby for Rachel, Kate/Katherine Jackson), Tyrone Reese (Dance Captain/Swing), Avilon Trust Tate (Jermaine Jackson/Ensemble), and Brion Marquis Watson (Marlon Jackson/Ensemble).
- The show includes over 25 Michael Jackson songs.
- The tour travels in eight trucks.
- The tour travels 72 individuals:
- 32 Cast Members (20 on stage every night + 12 swings & standbys)
- 20 Crew Members (includes Stagehands, Wardrobe, Hair and Makeup)
- 6 Musicians (includes playing conductor and 5 musicians)
- 4 Stage Managers
- 3 Child Chaperones
- 2 Company Managers
- 1 Assistant Director
- 1 Dance Supervisor
- 1 Tutor/Guardian
- 1 Physical Therapist
- 1 Merchandise Manager
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- Runtime: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Intermissions: 1
- Age Recommendation: 8+
- Notes:
- The prologue begins 8 minutes prior to the start of the show
- This production uses theatrical haze and fog, as well as a significant amount of strobing effects and loud sounds.
- Captioning options in various languages are available via GalaPro in select venues. Contact your venue for more information. Download the app:
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry is coming to a city near you in a brand-new musical. Centered around the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, and 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 Jackson into legendary status.
- Producers: The Michael Jackson Estate, Lia Vollack, John Branca and John McClain
- Book: Lynn Nottage
- Director: Christopher Wheeldon
- Choreographer: Christopher Wheeldon
- Orchestrations: John Clancy
- Music Supervision: David Holcenberg
- Music Direction: Jason Michael Webb
- Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
- Hair & Wig Design: Charles G. LaPointe
- Makeup Design: Joe Dulude II
- Projection Design: Peter Nigrini
- Lighting Design: Natasha Katz
- Scenic Design: Derek McLane
- Sound Design: Gareth Owen
- Casting: The Telsey Office / Rachel Hoffman, CSA, Lindsay Levine, CSA
- Booking Company: The Booking Group
- Press Representative: DKC / O&M
- General Manager: Bespoke Theatricals.
- Production Stage Manager: Nicole Olson
- Stage Manager: Xavier Khan
- Assistant Stage Managers: Alexander Pierce & Lauren Taylor Winston
- Company Manager: Eric Armstrong
- Assistant Company Manager: Bianca Jean-Charles
CAST
Although every effort is used to keep an accurate listing of personnel, changes can be made without notice. Notable replacements are marked with an asterisk (*).
Principal Cast:
Jordan Markus (MJ), Melvin Gray Jr. (MJ – Alternate), Quentin Blanton Jr. (Little Michael), Bryce A. Holmes (Little Michael), Erik Hamilton (u/s MJ, u/s Michael), Brandon Lee Harris (Michael), Devin Bowles (Joseph Jackson/Rob), Kevin Cruz (Alejandro), J. Daughtry (Berry Gordy/Nick), Rajané Katurah (Katherine Jackson/Kate), Michael Nero (Tito Jackson/Quincy Jones), Austin Rankin (Little Marlon), Jed Resnick (Dave), and Kristin Stokes (Rachel).
Ensemble and Swings:
Omarion Burke (Swing), Kolby Colmary (Ensemble), Joshua Dawson (Swing), Ghrai DeVore-Stokes (Swing), Zuri Noelle Ford (Ensemble/Fight Captain), Ui-Seng François (Swing), Andy Golden (Randy Jackson/Ensemble), Treston J. Henderson (Jackie Jackson/Ensemble), Jahir L. Hipps (Swing), Skye Jackson-Williams (Universal Swing), Faith Jones (Standby for Rachel, Kate/Katherine Jackson), Jacobi Kai (Swing), Rachel Lockhart (Ensemble), Michaela Marfori (Ensemble), Matteo Marretta (Ensemble), Kendrick Mitchell (Swing), Zion Mikhail Pradier (Asst. Dance Captain/Swing), Daria Pilar Redus (Standby for Rachel, Kate/Katherine Jackson), Tyrone Reese (Dance Captain/Swing), Avilon Trust Tate (Jermaine Jackson/Ensemble), and Brion Marquis Watson (Marlon Jackson/Ensemble).
- Producers: The Michael Jackson Estate, Lia Vollack, John Branca and John McClain
- Book: Lynn Nottage
- Director: Christopher Wheeldon
- Choreographer: Christopher Wheeldon
- Orchestrations: John Clancy
- Music Supervision: David Holcenberg
- Music Direction: Jason Michael Webb
- Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
- Hair & Wig Design: Charles G. LaPointe
- Makeup Design: Joe Dulude II
- Projection Design: Peter Nigrini
- Lighting Design: Natasha Katz
- Scenic Design: Derek McLane
- Sound Design: Gareth Owen
- Casting: The Telsey Office / Rachel Hoffman, CSA, Lindsay Levine, CSA
- Booking Company: The Booking Group
- Press Representative: DKC / O&M
- General Manager: Bespoke Theatricals.
- Production Stage Manager: Nicole Olson
- Stage Manager: Xavier Khan
- Assistant Stage Managers: Christopher K Anaya-Gorman & Lauren Taylor Winston
- Company Manager: Justin T. Scholl
- Assistant Company Manager: Bianca Jean-Charles
CAST
Although every effort is used to keep an accurate listing of personnel, changes can be made without notice. Notable replacements are marked with an asterisk (*).
Principal Cast:
Jamaal Fields-Green (MJ) *, Jordan Markus (MJ – Alternate) *, Brandon Lee Harris (Michael), Josiah Benson (Little Michael) *, Bane Griffith (Little Michael), Devin Bowles (Joseph Jackson/Rob), Cecilia Petrush (Rachel), J. Daughtry (Berry Gordy/Nick), Josh A. Dawson (Tito Jackson/Quincy Jones), Bryce A. Holmes (Little Marlon), Jed Resnick (Dave), Anthony J. Garcia (Alejandro) and Anastasia Talley (Katherine Jackson/Kate).
Ensemble and Swings:
JoJo Carmichael (Swing/Assistant Dance Captain), Jōvan Dansberry (Randy Jackson/Ensemble), Joshua Dawson (Swing), Croix DiIenno (Ensemble), Kellie Drobnick (Ensemble), Kyle DuPree (Swing/Dance Captain), Zuri Noelle Ford (Swing), Ui-Seng François (Swing), Erik Hamilton (MJ/Michael Standby), Jahir L. Hipps (Swing), Amber Jackson (Ensemble), Faith Jones (Swing), Jacobi Kai (Jermaine Jackson/Ensemble), Rajané Katurah (Swing), Matteo Marretta (Ensemble), Jay McKenzie (Jackie Jackson/Ensemble), Kendrick Mitchell (Swing), Zion Mikhail Pradier (Swing), Brion Marquis Watson (Marlon Jackson/Ensemble) and Charles P. Way (Swing).
NOTEABLE REPLACEMENTS
QUENTIN BLANTON, JR. (Little Michael, u/s Little Marlon) is an LA native & thrilled to debut on the MJ First National Tour! TV/VO: “Abbott Elementary,” “Cocomelon” (Cody), “The Prophecy” (Young Thomas). Film: The Second Time Around (CJ). Training: India Blanton (Voice), Mozart Music Academy, Luckie and Kanec (Movement Coaches). He’s grateful to God, Mom, Dad, family, SLE & KTTA! @quinny_gram
– Assumed the role starting January 28, 2025
Jordan Markus (MJ)
– Assumed the role starting December 31, 2024
DeAundre’ Woods (MJ – Alternate)
– Assumed the role starting December 31, 2024
Melvin Gray Jr. (MJ – Alternate)
– Assumed the role starting May 19, 2025
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| Location | Venue | Dates | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL † | Nederlander Theatre | August 1–September 2, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Cincinnati, OH | Aronoff Center | September 5-17, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Greenville, SC | Peace Center | September 19-24, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Charlotte, NC † | Belk Theater | September 27–October 8, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Durham, NC | DPAC | October 10-22, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Atlanta, GA | Fox Theatre | October 24-29, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| New Orleans, LA | Saenger Theatre | November 1-12, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Houston, TX | Hobby Center | November 14-19, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Dallas, TX | Music Hall | November 21–December 3, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Seattle, WA | Paramount Theatre | December 7-17, 2023 | 2023-2024 |
| Los Angeles, CA | Pantages Theatre | December 20, 2023–January 28, 2024 ℹ | 2023-2024 |
| San Francisco, CA | Orpheum Theatre | January 30–February 25, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | Eccles Theater | February 27–March 3, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| San Diego, CA | Civic Theatre | March 5-10, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Tempe, AZ | ASU Gammage | March 12-17, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Costa Mesa, CA | Segerstrom Center | March 19-31, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Tucson, AZ | Centennial Hall | April 2-7, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Denver, CO | Denver Center | April 10-28, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Des Moines, IA | Des Moines Civic Center | April 30–May 5, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Kansas City, MO | Music Hall | May 7-12, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Minneapolis, MN | Orpheum Theatre | May 14-26, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| St. Louis, MO | Fabulous Fox Theatre | May 28–June 9, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Buffalo, NY | Shea’s PAC | June 11-16, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Boston, MA | Boston Opera House | June 18–July 7, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | DeVos Performance Hall | July 9-14, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Cleveland, OH | KeyBank State Theatre | July 16–August 11, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Washington, DC | National Theatre | August 13–September 8, 2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Columbus, OH | Ohio Theatre | September 10-15, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Memphis, TN | Orpheum Theatre | September 17-22, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| San Antonio, TX | Majestic Theatre | September 24-29, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | Civic Center Music Hall | October 1-6, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Austin, TX | Bass Concert Hall | October 8-13, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Tulsa, OK | Tulsa PAC | October 15-20, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Detroit, MI | Fisher Theatre | October 23–November 3, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Baltimore, MD | Hippodrome Theatre | November 12-17, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | Benedum Center | November 19–December 1, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Schenectady, NY | Proctors Theatre | December 3-8, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Hartford, CT | The Bushnell | December 10-15, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Rochester, NY | Auditorium Theatre | December 17-22, 2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Ottawa, ON | National Arts Centre | December 31, 2024–January 5, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Philadelphia, PA | Academy of Music | January 8-19, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Providence, RI | PPAC | January 21-26, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Richmond, VA | Altria Theater | January 28–February 2, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Norfolk, VA | Chrysler Hall | February 4-9, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| East Lansing, MI | Wharton Center | February 11-16, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Greensboro, NC | Tanger Center | February 18-23, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Tampa, FL | Straz Center | February 25–March 2, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Orlando, FL | Dr. Phillips Center | March 4-16, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Miami, FL | Arsht Center | March 18-23, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Naples, FL | Hayes Hall | March 25-30, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Fort Myers, FL | Mann Performing Arts Hall | April 1-6, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Fort Lauderdale, FL | Broward Center | April 8-20, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Jacksonville, FL | Jacksonville Center | April 22-27, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Nashville, TN | TPAC | April 29–May 11, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Fort Worth, TX | Bass Performance Hall | May 13-18, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Fayetteville, AR | Walton Arts Center | May 20-25, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Milwaukee, WI | Marcus Center | May 27–June 1, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Appleton, WI | Fox Cities PAC | June 3-8, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Omaha, NE | Orpheum Theater | June 10-15, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Madison, WI | Overture Center | June 17-22, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Dayton, OH | Schuster Center | June 24-29, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Spokane, WA | First Interstate Center | July 8-13, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Portland, OR | Keller Auditorium | July 15-20, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Eugene, OR | Hult Center | July 22-27, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| San Jose, CA | Center for the Performing Arts | July 29–August 3, 2025 | 2024-2025 |
| Chicago, IL | Nederlander Theatre | August 12-31, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Greenville, SC | Peace Center | September 2-7, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Louisville, KY | Kentucky Center | September 9-14, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Toronto, ON | Ed Mirvish Theatre | September 16–November 2, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Winnipeg, MB | Centennial Concert Hall | November 5-9, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Edmonton, AB | Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium | November 11-16, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Calgary, AB | Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium | November 18-23, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Vancouver, BC | Queen Elizabeth Theatre | November 25-30, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Boise, ID | Morrison Center | December 2-7, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Albuquerque, NM | Popejoy Hall | December 10-14, 2025 | 2025-2026 |
| Syracuse, NY | Landmark Theatre | January 6-11, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Indianapolis, IN | Murat Theatre | January 13-18, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Knoxville, TN | Tennessee Theatre | January 20-25, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Atlanta, GA | Fox Theatre | January 27–February 1, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Sarasota, FL | Van Wezel PAH | February 3-8, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| West Palm Beach, FL | Kravis Center | February 10-15, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Birmingham, AL | BJCC Concert Hall | February 17-22, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Charlotte, NC | Belk Theater | February 24–March 1, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Little Rock, AR | Robinson Performance Hall | March 3-8, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| North Charleston, SC | North Charleston PAC | March 10-15, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| San Francisco, CA | Orpheum Theatre | March 24–April 5, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Sacramento, CA | SAFE Credit Union PAC | April 8-19, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Los Angeles, CA | Pantages Theatre | April 21–May 3, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| San Diego, CA | Civic Theatre | May 5-10, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| Denver, CO | Denver Center | May 13-17, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
| St. Louis, MO | Fabulous Fox Theatre | May 19-24, 2026 | 2025-2026 |
† Part of venue’s 2022/2023 season
History
- North American Tour (2022–
Additional Productions
Misc.
- Click here to download the Les Misérables study guide
- The show includes over 25 Michael Jackson songs.
- The tour travels in eight trucks.
- The tour travels 72 individuals:
- 32 Cast Members (20 on stage every night + 12 swings & standbys)
- 20 Crew Members (includes Stagehands, Wardrobe, Hair and Makeup)
- 6 Musicians (includes playing conductor and 5 musicians)
- 4 Stage Managers
- 3 Child Chaperones
- 2 Company Managers
- 1 Assistant Director
- 1 Dance Supervisor
- 1 Tutor/Guardian
- 1 Physical Therapist
- 1 Merchandise Manager
- Runtime: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Intermissions: 1
- Age Recommendation: 8+
- Notes:
- The prologue begins 8 minutes prior to the start of the show
- This production uses theatrical haze and fog, as well as a significant amount of strobing effects and loud sounds.
- Captioning options in various languages are available via GalaPro in select venues. Contact your venue for more information. Download the app:
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry is coming to a city near you in a brand-new musical. Centered around the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, and 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 Jackson into legendary status.
- Producers: The Michael Jackson Estate, Lia Vollack, John Branca and John McClain
- Book: Lynn Nottage
- Director: Christopher Wheeldon
- Choreographer: Christopher Wheeldon
- Orchestrations: John Clancy
- Music Supervision: David Holcenberg
- Music Direction: Jason Michael Webb
- Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
- Hair & Wig Design: Charles G. LaPointe
- Makeup Design: Joe Dulude II
- Projection Design: Peter Nigrini
- Lighting Design: Natasha Katz
- Scenic Design: Derek McLane
- Sound Design: Gareth Owen
- Casting: The Telsey Office / Rachel Hoffman, CSA, Lindsay Levine, CSA
- Booking Company: The Booking Group
- Press Representative: DKC / O&M
- General Manager: Bespoke Theatricals.
- Production Stage Manager: Nicole Olson
- Stage Manager: Xavier Khan
- Assistant Stage Managers: Alexander Pierce & Lauren Taylor Winston
- Company Manager: Eric Armstrong
- Assistant Company Manager: Bianca Jean-Charles
CAST
Although every effort is used to keep an accurate listing of personnel, changes can be made without notice. Notable replacements are marked with an asterisk (*).
Principal Cast:
Jordan Markus (MJ), Melvin Gray Jr. (MJ – Alternate), Quentin Blanton Jr. (Little Michael), Bryce A. Holmes (Little Michael), Erik Hamilton (u/s MJ, u/s Michael), Brandon Lee Harris (Michael), Devin Bowles (Joseph Jackson/Rob), Kevin Cruz (Alejandro), J. Daughtry (Berry Gordy/Nick), Rajané Katurah (Katherine Jackson/Kate), Michael Nero (Tito Jackson/Quincy Jones), Austin Rankin (Little Marlon), Jed Resnick (Dave), and Kristin Stokes (Rachel).
Ensemble and Swings:
Omarion Burke (Swing), Kolby Colmary (Ensemble), Joshua Dawson (Swing), Ghrai DeVore-Stokes (Swing), Zuri Noelle Ford (Ensemble/Fight Captain), Ui-Seng François (Swing), Andy Golden (Randy Jackson/Ensemble), Treston J. Henderson (Jackie Jackson/Ensemble), Jahir L. Hipps (Swing), Skye Jackson-Williams (Universal Swing), Faith Jones (Standby for Rachel, Kate/Katherine Jackson), Jacobi Kai (Swing), Rachel Lockhart (Ensemble), Michaela Marfori (Ensemble), Matteo Marretta (Ensemble), Kendrick Mitchell (Swing), Zion Mikhail Pradier (Asst. Dance Captain/Swing), Daria Pilar Redus (Standby for Rachel, Kate/Katherine Jackson), Tyrone Reese (Dance Captain/Swing), Avilon Trust Tate (Jermaine Jackson/Ensemble), and Brion Marquis Watson (Marlon Jackson/Ensemble).
- Producers: The Michael Jackson Estate, Lia Vollack, John Branca and John McClain
- Book: Lynn Nottage
- Director: Christopher Wheeldon
- Choreographer: Christopher Wheeldon
- Orchestrations: John Clancy
- Music Supervision: David Holcenberg
- Music Direction: Jason Michael Webb
- Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
- Hair & Wig Design: Charles G. LaPointe
- Makeup Design: Joe Dulude II
- Projection Design: Peter Nigrini
- Lighting Design: Natasha Katz
- Scenic Design: Derek McLane
- Sound Design: Gareth Owen
- Casting: The Telsey Office / Rachel Hoffman, CSA, Lindsay Levine, CSA
- Booking Company: The Booking Group
- Press Representative: DKC / O&M
- General Manager: Bespoke Theatricals.
- Production Stage Manager: Nicole Olson
- Stage Manager: Xavier Khan
- Assistant Stage Managers: Christopher K Anaya-Gorman & Lauren Taylor Winston
- Company Manager: Justin T. Scholl
- Assistant Company Manager: Bianca Jean-Charles
CAST
Although every effort is used to keep an accurate listing of personnel, changes can be made without notice. Notable replacements are marked with an asterisk (*).
Principal Cast:
Jamaal Fields-Green (MJ) *, Jordan Markus (MJ – Alternate) *, Brandon Lee Harris (Michael), Josiah Benson (Little Michael) *, Bane Griffith (Little Michael), Devin Bowles (Joseph Jackson/Rob), Cecilia Petrush (Rachel), J. Daughtry (Berry Gordy/Nick), Josh A. Dawson (Tito Jackson/Quincy Jones), Bryce A. Holmes (Little Marlon), Jed Resnick (Dave), Anthony J. Garcia (Alejandro) and Anastasia Talley (Katherine Jackson/Kate).
Ensemble and Swings:
JoJo Carmichael (Swing/Assistant Dance Captain), Jōvan Dansberry (Randy Jackson/Ensemble), Joshua Dawson (Swing), Croix DiIenno (Ensemble), Kellie Drobnick (Ensemble), Kyle DuPree (Swing/Dance Captain), Zuri Noelle Ford (Swing), Ui-Seng François (Swing), Erik Hamilton (MJ/Michael Standby), Jahir L. Hipps (Swing), Amber Jackson (Ensemble), Faith Jones (Swing), Jacobi Kai (Jermaine Jackson/Ensemble), Rajané Katurah (Swing), Matteo Marretta (Ensemble), Jay McKenzie (Jackie Jackson/Ensemble), Kendrick Mitchell (Swing), Zion Mikhail Pradier (Swing), Brion Marquis Watson (Marlon Jackson/Ensemble) and Charles P. Way (Swing).
NOTEABLE REPLACEMENTS
QUENTIN BLANTON, JR. (Little Michael, u/s Little Marlon) is an LA native & thrilled to debut on the MJ First National Tour! TV/VO: “Abbott Elementary,” “Cocomelon” (Cody), “The Prophecy” (Young Thomas). Film: The Second Time Around (CJ). Training: India Blanton (Voice), Mozart Music Academy, Luckie and Kanec (Movement Coaches). He’s grateful to God, Mom, Dad, family, SLE & KTTA! @quinny_gram
– Assumed the role starting January 28, 2025
Jordan Markus (MJ)
– Assumed the role starting December 31, 2024
DeAundre’ Woods (MJ – Alternate)
– Assumed the role starting December 31, 2024
Melvin Gray Jr. (MJ – Alternate)
– Assumed the role starting May 19, 2025
- At The End Of The Day
- I Dreamed A Dream
- Lovely Ladies
- Who Am I?
- Come To Me
- Castle On A Cloud
- Master Of The House
- The Thénardier Waltz Of Treachery
- Look Down
- Stars
- Red And Black
- Do You Hear The People Sing?
- In My Life
- A Heart Full Of Love
- One Day More
- On My Own
- A Little Fall Of Rain
- Drink With Me (To Days Gone By)
- Bring Him Home
- Dog Eats Dog
- Empty Chairs At Empty Tables
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