Friday, February 2, 2024

Photos and Video: MJ the Musical Celebrates 2nd Anniversary on Broadway by Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

Photos/Video: MJ THE MUSICAL Celebrates Two Years on Broadway

Last night, MJ the Musical celebrated its 2nd anniversary on Broadway at the Neil Simon Theatre.  A five-tiered cake from Carlo’s Bakery was brought on stage following curtain call to ma…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:03AM
Thursday, December 28, 2023

Meet the Physical Therapist That Keeps MJ The Musical Dancing by Hayley Levitt

Broadway dancers make their work look effortless, but it takes a village to keep a performer healthy enough to get on stage eight times a week. MJ The Musical—featuring Christipher Wheeldo…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:06PM
Friday, December 1, 2023

From Future King to King of Pop: Broadway's MJ Welcomes New Little Michael December 1 by Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:24PM
Thursday, November 30, 2023

Ayana Jackson Chooses Bravery Every Day in MJ The Musical by Hayley Levitt

Ayana Jackson is approaching her two-year anniversary with the cast of MJ The Musical as Jackson family matriarch, Katherine Jackson. This week, The Broadway Show is looking back on her cont…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:12AM
Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Photos and Video: Broadway's MJ the Musical Celebrates Halloween With 'Thriller' Encore by Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:42PM
Thursday, October 19, 2023

Broadway's MJ the Musical Will Celebrate Halloween With 'Thriller' Encore by Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:33PM
Monday, October 9, 2023

40 Years of Broadway: 2013 - 2023: The Standout Performances by JK

 40 Years of Broadway: 2003-2013:The Standout Performances Over the years, I've had the great privilege of seeing some of the greatest performers in Broadway history. Some I've caught at…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 10:19AM
Tuesday, September 26, 2023

MJ the Musical Will Arrive in Germany Next Year by Andrew Gans

The Broadway hit continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03AM
Tuesday, September 19, 2023

40 Years of Broadway: 1993 - 2003: Top Flops, Revivals and New Shows by JK

40 Years of Broadway: 1993 - 2003: Top Flops, Revivals and New Shows When you see my list of my Top 10 favorite Broadway shows from August 20, 1993 - August 19, 2003, you'll probably be m…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 07:37AM
Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Newcomers Max Chambers and Jace Bently to Join Cast of MJ by Caitlin Hornik

MJ has announced new casting for two roles played by young performers. Jace Bently begins performances as Little Marlon on September 5; Max Chambers will join the production as Little Michae…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:33PM

Broadway's MJ the Musical Welcomes 2 New Cast Members by Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:43PM

Photos: The New York Jets Visit MJ: THE MUSICAL For HBO'S HARD KNOCKS Finale

Check out photos of MJ on Broadway featured in the season finale episode of HBO’s “Hard Knocks.” In the finale episode, they bring 10 of their teammates to the Neil Simon Theatre where…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:37AM
Friday, July 7, 2023

Go Backstage at Broadway's MJ the Musical in These Exclusive Photos by Andrew Gans

Elijah Rhea Johnson currently stars in the title role at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:19PM
Saturday, June 10, 2023

WHAT’S IN A NAME? by Ron Fassler

June 10, 2023: Theatre Yesterday and Today, by Ron Fassler Between 41st and 66th streets there are forty-two legit Broadway theatres (this includes the Palace, currently under renovation an…

SOURCE: ronfassler.medium.com at 12:59PM
Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Check Out New Production Photos of Broadway's MJ the Musical, Now Starring Elijah Rhea Johnson by Andrew Gans

Johnson succeeded Tony winner Myles Frost in the title role of the hit musical April 4 at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:32PM
Monday, May 15, 2023

Broadway’s ‘MJ’ recoups by Caitlin Hornik

The Michael Jackson bio-musical continues its run at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 06:40PM

Broadway's MJ the Musical Recoups by Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Michael Jackson Broadway Musical ‘MJ’ Recoups Investment by Greg Evans

MJ, the Broadway musical about Michael Jackson and featuring his many hits, has recouped its initial investment, producers announced today. The $22.5 million production began previews at the…

SOURCE: Deadline at 09:23AM

MJ THE MUSICAL Recoups On Broadway

Producers Lia Vollack, John Branca and John McClain have announced that the smash-hit Broadway musical, MJ, has recouped its initial investment after opening in February 2022 at The Neil Sim…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:24AM
Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Watch Elijah Rhea Johnson Take 1st Bow as Broadway's New King of Pop in MJ the Musical by Andrew Gans

Johnson succeeded Tony winner Myles Frost in the title role of the hit musical April 4 at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM
Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Elijah Rhea Johnson Is Broadway's New King of Pop in MJ the Musical Starting April 4 by Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Sunday, April 2, 2023

Myles Frost Takes Final Moonwalk in Broadway's MJ the Musical April 2 by Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Monday, March 13, 2023

Elijah Rhea Johnson Will Be Broadway’s New Michael Jackson in MJ; Myles Frost to Depart by Ruthie Fierberg

Elijah Rhea Johnson will make his Broadway debut as Michael Jackson in MJ beginning on April 4. Johnson will replace Myles Frost, who originated the role and won a Tony Award for his perform…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:06AM

Elijah Rhea Johnson will be Broadway’s new Michael Jackson in ‘MJ’; Myles Frost to depart by Ruthie Fierberg

Elijah Rhea Johnson will make his Broadway debut as Michael Jackson in “MJ” beginning on April 4. Johnson will replace Myles Frost, who originated the role and won a Tony Award for his p…

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Monday, February 27, 2023

Broadway Who's Who: Howard McGillin by JK

This edition of Broadway Who's Who focuses on one of my all-time favorite actors, Howard McGillin, whose New York stage career I've been following since nearly its beginning. That beginning,…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 06:30AM
Thursday, February 16, 2023

Thriller Anniversary: MJ The Musical Moonwalks into 1 Year on Broadway! by Tamima S

Broadway’s electrifying hit musical MJ celebrated its first anniversary on February 1, 2023, at the Neil Simon Theatre. Starring Tony

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 06:19PM
Thursday, February 2, 2023

Broadway 'Thriller': Watch Myles Frost and Cast of MJ the Musical Celebrate 1st Anniversary by Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:21PM
Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Bane Griffith Joins Cast of Broadway's MJ the Musical January 31 by Andrew Gans

The Michael Jackson bio-musical continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:44PM
Tuesday, December 6, 2022

Apollo Levine Takes on New Roles in Broadway's MJ the Musical Starting December 6 by Andrew Gans

The Michael Jackson bio-musical continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:06PM
Wednesday, November 2, 2022

‘MJ,’ ‘Kite Runner’ see strong box office weeks despite falling attendance by Caitlin Hornik

For the third time in October, ”MJ” broke its house record at the Neil Simon Theatre. The jukebox musical grossed $1,810,272 — besting its previous record of $1,777,138 — and played …

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