MJ at James M. Nederlander Theatre
Dates: 8/1/2023 - 9/2/2023
📍 Theatre: James M. Nederlander Theatre
24 W. Randolph St. Chicago, IL 60603
Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: 3129771701
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The music. The moves. The icon. Now, the unparalleled artistry of the greatest entertainer of all time comes to Chicago as MJ, the multi Tony Award®-winning new musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, begins a tour of its own. 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 Michael Jackson into legendary status. MJ is startin’ somethin’ as it makes its North American Tour premiere at the James M. Nederlander Theatre in Summer 2023.
The MJ creative team features Scenic Design by Tony and two-time Emmy Award winner Derek McLane, Lighting Design by seven-time Tony Award winner Natasha Katz, Costume Design by Tony and Emmy Award winner Paul Tazewell, Sound Design by Tony Award winner Gareth Owen, Projection Design by two-time Tony Award nominee Peter Nigrini, and Hair & Wig Design by two-time Emmy Award nominee Charles LaPointe. The creative team will also feature Musical Supervision by David Holcenberg, Orchestrations and Arrangements by David Holcenberg and Tony Award winner Jason Michael Webb, and Music Direction by Jason Michael Webb.
All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket. MJ is recommended for ages 8 and older.
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News About MJ at James M. Nederlander Theatre
Tickets to MJ THE MUSICAL in Chicago on Sale Tomorrow
May 27, 2025 Individual tickets for the highly anticipated return engagement of the musical MJ will go on sale tomorrow, Wednesday, May 28. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
MJ THE MUSICAL and More to Return to Broadway in Chicago
April 15, 2025 Broadway In Chicago will present the return of three spectacular Broadway productions: the iconic MJ THE MUSICAL and more. Learn more about the upcoming shoes coming to Broadway in Chicago.
MJ The Musical & More Lead Chicago's September 2023 Top Picks
August 31, 2023 Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Out top picks in Chicago for September 2023 include MJ, The Color Purple, Rock of Ages and more!
Video: MJ THE MUSICAL First National Tour Kicks Off In Chicago
August 11, 2023 The curtain was raised on Wednesday night for the opening of the first National Tour of MJ. The cast took their opening night bows at the James M. Nederlander Theatre and received multiple standing ovations throughout the performance. Go inside the opening night celebrations in new video from the production!
Review: MJ THE MUSICAL First National Tour Presented By Broadway In Chicago
August 10, 2023 Is MJ a fun and entertaining musical that treats audiences to many of Michael Jackson’s iconic hits? Yes. Does MJ also demonstrate why bio jukebox musicals are tricky? Yes. In the musical, MJ emphatically tells fictional MTV reporter Rachel that he wants to be remembered for his music. But can the art be separated from the artist, or are the two intertwined in all their messy, complicated ways? I don’t have an answer to that question, but I think MJ struggles with making the struggles and demons of a complex person — the real-life Michael Jackson — seem simplistic.
Video: Inside Rehearsal For MJ THE MUSICAL on Tour
August 01, 2023 MJ the Musical will soon launch its First National Tour at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre from August 1 – September 2, 2023. Check out a first look at the cast in rehearsal in the all new video here
Photos: MJ Casts Meet Ahead of the Launch of National Tour
July 17, 2023 Just last week, the Broadway and National Tour casts of MJ gathered for a special send off celebration at the Civilian Hotel. The musical will soon launch its First National Tour at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre from August 1 – September 2, 2023. Check out photos from inside the festivities here!
1776, JAGGED LITTLE PILL, and More Set For Broadway in Chicago's 2022-23 Season
July 21, 2022 Broadway In Chicago has announced its next season, which will feature 1776, TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL, A SOLDIER'S PLAY, JAGGED LITTLE PILL, and MJ. Learn more about the upcoming shows here!About the Theatre
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