Elijah Rhea Johnson
Latest News on Elijah Rhea Johnson:
Video: Matte Martinez Steps Into MJ's Shoes; Watch 'Smooth Criminal' (Sep 18, 2025)
Photos: Matte Martinez as 'MJ' in MJ on Broadway First Look (Sep 2, 2025)
MJ to Hold Open Call Auditions for Broadway and Touring Companies (Aug 11, 2025)
Video: Matte Martinez Steps Into MJ's Shoes; Watch 'Smooth Criminal' (Sep 18, 2025)
Photos: Matte Martinez as 'MJ' in MJ on Broadway First Look (Sep 2, 2025)
MJ to Hold Open Call Auditions for Broadway and Touring Companies (Aug 11, 2025)
BIO
Elijah Rhea Johnson is a multi-hyphenate creative hailing from Detroit, MI. At 9 years old he starred as Young Simba in Disney's "The Lion King," Las Vegas/National Touring productions. His credits also include being a lead performer in the popular children's group "Kidz Bop," & joining the R&B boy-band "Mindless Behavior" as lead singer. This is a full circle moment for the young actor, as he participated in the MJ workshops as Middle Michael. Elijah is honored to be making his Broadway debut as the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. @IAMElijahJ"
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Photos/Video: NFL Star Solomon Thomas Makes Broadway Debut in MJ THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - 2025-06-16 09:19:32
Video: The Cast of MJ THE MUSICAL Performs 'ABC,' 'I Want You Back' & More in A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-12 11:28:42
Video: MJ Launches Sweepstakes in Celebration of 2 Million Tickets Sold
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-04-08 12:58:54
Video: Elijah Rhea Johnson Is Stepping Into MJ's Shoes
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2023-05-26 10:23:27
News
Video: Matte Martinez Steps Into MJ's Shoes; Watch 'Smooth Criminal'
by Joey Mervis - Sep 18, 2025
Matte Martinez has officially taken over the role of ‘MJ’ in MJ on Broadway. Watch in this video as he gives a very special sneak peek of 'Smooth Criminal' onstage at the the Neil Simon Theatre.
by Joey Mervis - Sep 18, 2025
Matte Martinez has officially taken over the role of ‘MJ’ in MJ on Broadway. Watch in this video as he gives a very special sneak peek of 'Smooth Criminal' onstage at the the Neil Simon Theatre.
Photos: Matte Martinez as 'MJ' in MJ on Broadway First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 2, 2025
You can now get a first look at new photos of Matte Martinez in the role of ‘MJ’ in MJ on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 2, 2025
You can now get a first look at new photos of Matte Martinez in the role of ‘MJ’ in MJ on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
MJ to Hold Open Call Auditions for Broadway and Touring Companies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2025
Open call auditions for the roles of “MJ” and “Little Michael” in MJ will be held in Las Vegas, NV. Learn more about the show and see how to audition for the productions here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2025
Open call auditions for the roles of “MJ” and “Little Michael” in MJ will be held in Las Vegas, NV. Learn more about the show and see how to audition for the productions here!
Lincoln Alejandro Collier Joins MJ THE MUSICAL On Broadway As ‘Little Marlon’ Tonight
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 8, 2025
Lincoln Alejandro Collier will join the Broadway cast of MJ in the role of Little Marlon beginning tonight, Friday, August 8. Originally from Los Angeles, Collier will make his Broadway debut in the production, replacing Julius-Raymond Weems IV.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 8, 2025
Lincoln Alejandro Collier will join the Broadway cast of MJ in the role of Little Marlon beginning tonight, Friday, August 8. Originally from Los Angeles, Collier will make his Broadway debut in the production, replacing Julius-Raymond Weems IV.
Matte Martinez Will Take Over the Title Role in MJ THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2025
Matte Martinez will assume the titular role of ‘MJ' in Broadway's smash-hit musical MJ on Tuesday, September 2nd. Martinez is currently in the company as Standby for ‘MJ' and ‘Michael.'
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2025
Matte Martinez will assume the titular role of ‘MJ' in Broadway's smash-hit musical MJ on Tuesday, September 2nd. Martinez is currently in the company as Standby for ‘MJ' and ‘Michael.'
MJ THE MUSICAL Will Host 4th of July Cookout
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2025
MJ The Musical will partner with Empire BBQ to host a 4th of July weekend cookout outside of the Neil Simon Theatre next week. Learn more about how to attend here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2025
MJ The Musical will partner with Empire BBQ to host a 4th of July weekend cookout outside of the Neil Simon Theatre next week. Learn more about how to attend here!
Photos/Video: NFL Star Solomon Thomas Makes Broadway Debut in MJ THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2025
On Friday night, NFL star and humanitarian Solomon Thomas made his Broadway debut in a cameo role at MJ the Musical. Check out photos and video from his debut here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2025
On Friday night, NFL star and humanitarian Solomon Thomas made his Broadway debut in a cameo role at MJ the Musical. Check out photos and video from his debut here!
MJ THE MUSICAL Comes to San Jose for One Week Only This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2025
Broadway San Jose will present the smash-hit musical MJ, playing a strictly limited engagement at San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts (255 S. Almaden Blvd.) from Tuesday, July 29 through Sunday, August 3, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2025
Broadway San Jose will present the smash-hit musical MJ, playing a strictly limited engagement at San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts (255 S. Almaden Blvd.) from Tuesday, July 29 through Sunday, August 3, 2025.
NFL Player Solomon Thomas to Make Broadway Debut in MJ Cameo
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025
NFL player and Broadway superfan Solomon Thomas will join the Broadway cast of MJ in a one-night-only cameo role. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025
NFL player and Broadway superfan Solomon Thomas will join the Broadway cast of MJ in a one-night-only cameo role. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Emjay Roa Joins MJ THE MUSICAL as 'Little Michael' Tonight
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2025
Emjay Roa will join the cast of MJ The Musical on Broadway, in the role of ‘Little Michael’, making his Broadway debut in the role. He replaces Austin Rankin who will be joining the MJ National Tour.
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2025
Emjay Roa will join the cast of MJ The Musical on Broadway, in the role of ‘Little Michael’, making his Broadway debut in the role. He replaces Austin Rankin who will be joining the MJ National Tour.
MJ Welcomes New 'Little Michael' on Broadway and National Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025
Broadway newcomer Christopher Sean Cooper Jr. will join the cast of MJ, alternating the role of ‘Little Michael’. Originally from Brooklyn, Christopher will make his Broadway debut in the production on Wednesday, February 5.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025
Broadway newcomer Christopher Sean Cooper Jr. will join the cast of MJ, alternating the role of ‘Little Michael’. Originally from Brooklyn, Christopher will make his Broadway debut in the production on Wednesday, February 5.
Photos: MJ THE MUSICAL Celebrates 3rd Anniversary on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 2, 2025
Last night, Saturday, February 1st, MJ the Musical celebrated its 3rd anniversary on Broadway. Check out photos of current MJ Elijah Rhea Johnson and the rest of the cast from the celebration below!
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 2, 2025
Last night, Saturday, February 1st, MJ the Musical celebrated its 3rd anniversary on Broadway. Check out photos of current MJ Elijah Rhea Johnson and the rest of the cast from the celebration below!
Roman Banks to Lead Australian Premiere of MJ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2024
Roman Banks will lead the Australian premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical MJ.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2024
Roman Banks will lead the Australian premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical MJ.
Video: The Cast of MJ THE MUSICAL Performs 'ABC,' 'I Want You Back' & More in A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 12, 2024
Last night during NBC's A Motown Christmas special, the cast of MJ the Musical took the stage to perform a medley of “ABC”, “The Love You Save” and “I Want You Back' from the Tony-award-winning musical. Watch the full performance here!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 12, 2024
Last night during NBC's A Motown Christmas special, the cast of MJ the Musical took the stage to perform a medley of “ABC”, “The Love You Save” and “I Want You Back' from the Tony-award-winning musical. Watch the full performance here!
MJ - DAS MICHAEL JACKSON MUSICAL Opens In Hamburg Tonight
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 1, 2024
Check out a first-look image of MJ - DAS MICHAEL JACKSON MUSICAL star Benét Monteiro in the title role of the show in Germany!
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 1, 2024
Check out a first-look image of MJ - DAS MICHAEL JACKSON MUSICAL star Benét Monteiro in the title role of the show in Germany!
MJ THE MUSICAL To Celebrate Halloween In Detroit With 'Thriller' Finale
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2024
MJ THE MUSICAL has announced a special Halloween performance in Detroit featuring a 'Thriller' finale from its touring cast.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2024
MJ THE MUSICAL has announced a special Halloween performance in Detroit featuring a 'Thriller' finale from its touring cast.
MJ to Welcome Julius-Raymond Weems IV as 'Little Marlon' Beginning Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2024
Julius-Raymond Weems IV will join the cast of MJ in the role of ‘Little Marlon' beginning tonight, Tuesday, October 22. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2024
Julius-Raymond Weems IV will join the cast of MJ in the role of ‘Little Marlon' beginning tonight, Tuesday, October 22. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
MJ THE MUSICAL Will Celebrate Halloween With Special 'Thriller' Performances
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2024
MJ the Musical will celebrate Halloween on Broadway, on Tour, and in London after the evening performances on Thursday, October 31st with a special performance of the beloved and iconic choreography in Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” short film.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2024
MJ the Musical will celebrate Halloween on Broadway, on Tour, and in London after the evening performances on Thursday, October 31st with a special performance of the beloved and iconic choreography in Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” short film.
Video: Broadway Cast of MJ THE MUSICAL Performs 'Beat It'
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 3, 2024
The Broadway cast of MJ the Musical stopped by The Kelly Clarkson Show on Wednesday to perform the classic song 'Beat It' from the show. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 3, 2024
The Broadway cast of MJ the Musical stopped by The Kelly Clarkson Show on Wednesday to perform the classic song 'Beat It' from the show. Watch it now!
Photos/Video: 2024 BROADWAY FLEA MARKET Raises $1,421,675
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2024
Thousands of Broadway fans, countless theatrical treasures and dozens of Broadway stars lit up New York City’s Theater District - and ushered in a record-breaking fundraising total - when the Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction returned Sunday, September 22, 2024. Check out photos and video from the event!
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2024
Thousands of Broadway fans, countless theatrical treasures and dozens of Broadway stars lit up New York City’s Theater District - and ushered in a record-breaking fundraising total - when the Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction returned Sunday, September 22, 2024. Check out photos and video from the event!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Elijah Rhea Johnson been in?
Elijah Rhea Johnson has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Elijah Rhea Johnson been in?
Elijah Rhea Johnson has not appeared in the West End.
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