He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry has finally arrived on Broadway 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. Turn it up, Broadway — MJ is here!
MJ, like its subject, is captivating and hard to shake. The musical takes audiences through Jackson's life and catalog with impressive ease, expertly chronicling major milestones. After breaking up with Motown records, Michael goes to Epic, where he works with Quincy Jones to produce Off the Wall and Thriller. His vision and work ethic become more exacting, his drive to best himself at once breathtaking and worrisome. As the narrative burrows deeper into Michael's mind, the toll his artistry took on him is clear. He wanted to bring his audiences joyful and spectacular experiences, but he felt isolated and misunderstood.
Depending on one's inclination, 'MJ' can be seen as a slick and lively tribute concert (with dancers, back-up singers, Jackson impersonators, and elaborate homage choreography), a by-the-numbers bio-jukebox musical (really not so different from all the others out there), or a defiant public relations effort to rebrand and refocus Jackson's image, reputation, and legacy.
Price: $35
Where: https://lottery.broadwaydirect.com/show/mj-ny/
When: The lottery will open the day before the performance. If you are selected as a winner, you have 60 minutes to pay for your tickets.
Limit: Two per customer
Information: Seats are assigned at the discretion of the Box Office and cannot be transferred to other people or performances. PLEASE NOTE: Lottery seats may be partial view.
2022 | Broadway |
Original Broadway Production Broadway |
2023 | US Tour |
North American Tour US Tour |
Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
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2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Musical | Myles Frost |
2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Choreography | Christopher Wheeldon |
2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | Tavon Olds-Sample |
2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical | Natasha Katz |
2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Orchestrations | Jason Michael Webb |
2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Sound Design for a Musical | Gareth Owen |
2022 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Wig and Hair | Charles G. LaPointe |
2022 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance Awards | Myles Frost |
2022 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Direction of a Musical | Christopher Wheeldon |
2022 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Production of a Musical | MJ the Musical |
2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Actor in a Musical | Myles Frost |
2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Choreography | Rich + Tone Talauega |
2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Choreography | Christopher Wheeldon |
2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Director of a Musical | Christopher Wheeldon |
2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | Quentin Earl Darrington |
2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) | Natasha Katz |
2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding New Broadway Musical | MJ the Musical |
2022 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Orchestrations | David Holcenberg |
2022 | Tony Awards | Best Book of a Musical | Lynn Nottage |
2022 | Tony Awards | Best Choreography | Christopher Wheeldon |
2022 | Tony Awards | Best Costume Design of a Musical | Paul Tazewell |
2022 | Tony Awards | Best Direction of a Musical | Christopher Wheeldon |
2022 | Tony Awards | Best Lighting Design of a Musical | Natasha Katz |
2022 | Tony Awards | Best Musical | MJ the Musical |
2022 | Tony Awards | Best Orchestrations | Jason Michael Webb |
2022 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical | Myles Frost |
2022 | Tony Awards | Best Scenic Design of a Musical | Derek McLane |
2022 | Tony Awards | Best Sound Design of a Musical | Gareth Owen |
2021 | Theatre World Awards | Theatre World Awards | Myles Frost |
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