Inspired by the life and art of late singer Michael Jackson, the musical MJ will begin rehearsals today at the Neil Simon Theatre, with the opening night scheduled for February 1, 2022.
Miles Frost will premiere the king of pop on Broadway, along with a cast of Joseph Jackson by Quentin Earl Darlington, Rachel by Whitney Basso and Gabriel Ruiz as Alejandro.
Miles Frost
Walter Russell III and Christian Wilson take turns playing Michael Jr., while Devon Trey Campbell plays Malone Jackson Jr.
The musical was written by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Notage, as well as sheet music composed of Michael Jackson pop tracks, with Tony Award winner Christopher Felton directing and choreographing.