Fans of the King of Pop are in for a fantastic experience as MJ the musical, the explosive Broadway production celebrating the life, music, and unmatched talent of Michael Jackson. The Tony Award-winning show aims to set the stage of Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, Texas, on fire by bringing Jackson’s best tunes from “Thriller” to “Billie Jean”, his famous dance moves, as well as his innovative stagecraft.
The musical, directed and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon, has continued to thrill audiences worldwide since its premiere on Broadway in 2022.
‘MJ the Musical’ unveils Michael Jackson’s rise, struggles, and genius
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Set against the backdrop of his rehearsals for his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, MJ the Musical takes audience on a journey into the behind-the-scenes events surrounding Michael Jackson’s ascent to stardom through an interview with documentarian, Rachel with whom he shares memories from his early days performing with the Jackson 5 to his groundbreaking collaborations with producer Quincy Jones which birthed iconic albums like Thriller.
However, the production does not shy away from some of the darker aspects of his journey, especially his relationship with his father, Joseph Jackson, whose relentless drive for success often crossed into emotional and physical abuse, even though there was no mention of the several allegations that almost tainted his legacy.
‘MJ the Musical’ promises viewers a balanced story of the King of Pop
The show, scheduled to be held on May 18, promises to live up to the expectations of fans, featuring a repertoire of songs and a list of talented actors ranging from Bane Griffith, Erik Hamilton, and Jordan Markus, who seamlessly portrayed the character of the King of Pop in three different stages of his life.
MJ the Musical also promises fans a show that makes no attempt at canonizing the music legend, thus giving them a glimpse of his struggles with his personal demons and the pressures of his celebrity status.