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  • Venue Prince Edward Theatre, London
  • Performance dates Booking to 28 February 2026
  • Running time 2 hours 35 minutes (including interval)
  • Age guidelines 8+. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by and sat next to a ticket holder who is at least 18 years old.

MJ The Musical closed at the Prince Edward Theatre on 28 February 2026.

Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry came to life on stage in London in the brand-new production, MJ The Musical.

Created by Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Christopher Wheeldon (An American in Paris) and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage (Ruined, Sweat), with music by Michael Jackson, this 10-time Tony Award-nominated, smash-hit Broadway transfer played at the Prince Edward Theatre in London until February 2026.

Set during a pivotal moment in time, as Jackson prepared for his acclaimed 1992 Dangerous World Tour, MJ featured over 25 of his greatest hits, including Beat It, I’ll Be There, Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough, Earth Song, Billie Jean, Smooth Criminal, Thriller, Man in the Mirror, and Black or White.

WINNER! 2025 Olivier Award Winner – Best Choreography

MJ The Musical began performances at the Prince Edward Theatre on 6 March 2024 and finished on 28 February 2026. This West End production has now closed.

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Centered around the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, MJ The Musical 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.

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Stars and Creatives

Who is in the cast of MJ The Musical?

Starring Jamaal Fields-Green as Michael Jackson.

Also stars Matt Mills as Joseph Jackson / Rob, Mitchell Zhangazha as Michael, Philippa Stefani as Rachel, KoKo Alexandra as Katherine Jackson / Kate, Joshua C Jackson as Berry Gordy / Nick, Rohan Pinnock-Hamilton as Tito Jackson / Quincy Jones, Matt Gonsalves as Alejandro, Michael Conley as Dave, Kieran Alleyne as MJ Alternate and Standby for Michael, and André Phipps as Standby for MJ and Standby for Michael.

The cast is completed by Milan Cacacie, Filippo Coffano, Tevin Daniel, Gabrielle de Souza, Hanna Dimtsu, Aden Dzuda, Ike Fallon, Christopher Gopaul, Kalisha Johnson, Wilson Kiiru, Darnell Mathew-James, Buna McCreery-Njie, Jenay Naima, Nay-Nay, Rishard-Kyro Nelson, George Ross, Lydia Sterling, Fraser Stewart, Charlotte-Kate Warren, and Tavio Wright.

Little Michael is played by Ari Adebiyi, Zane Chaba, Cristiano Cuino, Joel Molin and Zayne Tayabali; Little Marlon is Miles Jabbie, Kristiano Ricardo, Ashton Robertson and Asher Swaray-Gray.

Who are the creative team of MJ The Musical?

MJ The Musical has a book by two-time Pulitzer Prize winning writer Lynn Nottage (Ruined, Sweat).

The show is directed and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon OBE, who is a Royal Ballet Associate Artist, and won the Tony Award for Best Choreography of a Musical for MJ on Broadway. His previous directing credits include An American in Paris.

Scenic Design is by Tony Award and two-time Emmy Award winner Derek McLane (Moulin Rouge! The Musical), Lighting Design by six-time Tony Award-winner Natasha Katz (Once), Costume Design by Tony Award and Emmy Award winner Paul Tazewell (Hamilton), Sound Design by Tony Award and Olivier Award winning Gareth Owen (Come From Away), Projection Design by two- time Tony Award nominee Peter Nigrini (Dear Evan Hansen), and Hair & Wig Design by two-time Emmy Award nominee Charles LaPointe (The Color Purple). Musical Supervision is by Tony Award nominee David Holcenberg (Matilda The Musical), and the Orchestrations and Arrangements are by David Holcenberg and Tony Award winner Jason Michael Webb (The Color Purple).

Important Notes

Age guidance: Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by and sat next to a ticket holder who is at least 18 years old.

Venue Information

Prince Edward Theatre , 28 Old Compton Street, London, W1D 4HS

Nearest Tube or Train: Leicester Square (Northern line, Piccadilly line)

Nearest Buses: 14, 19, 38

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Critics' reviews of MJ The Musical

★★★★ "Jaw-droppingly well staged, fabulously sung and fluidly choreographed" - Sunday Times

★★★★ "Dazzling" - The Independent

★★★★ "A ravishing spectacle" - The Evening Standard

★★★★ "Dazzling night celebrating the musical legacy of King of Pop" - Daily Express

★★★★ "Gloriously danced... a fab show" - The Observer

"From the opening seconds of Frost’s astonishing performance, we understand that we are in the presence of something special" - i News

"Myles Frost is extraordinary" - TimeOut

"Christopher Wheeldon’s production offers an immaculately choreographed evening" - The Times

"Dazzlingly well-executed" - The Telegraph

Also see: MJ The Musical Reviews Round-up

Frequently Asked Questions

MJ The Musical is playing at the Prince Edward Theatre in London
The running time of MJ The Musical is 2 hours 35 minutes (including interval)
The age recommendations for MJ The Musical are: 8+. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by and sat next to a ticket holder who is at least 18 years old.
Yes, MJ The Musical has matinee performances on the following days: Thursday, Saturday
MJ The Musical played its final performance on 28 March 2026.
No, sorry, MJ The Musical has now completed its run and is no longer on sale.

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