Michael Jackson News

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Tony-nominated performer Colman Domingo will make his Saturday Night Live hosting debut during the April 11 episode. The award-winning actor next stars in the new seasons of The Four Seasons and Euphoria, and the Michael biopic, in theaters April 24.   

Tickets are now on sale for Michael, the highly anticipated biopic about music icon Michael Jackson. Check out newly released photos here, featuring Jaafar Jackson as his late uncle.

Mzansi Ballet will present HEAL THE WORLD, a ballet set to Michael Jackson's hits, choreographed by Angela Revie and Jorge Wade, from May 13 to June 7 at Montecasino Theatre.

A new documentary is out now about the musical adaptation of Back to the Future. Titled A Future on Stage, the feature-length documentary premieres on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, YouTube and more on March 24th. 

Ayhan Hulagu will present THE OTHER SIDE OF HOLLYWOOD at Harvard's CMES on March 30, 2026. This solo performance reimagines a Turkish epic through shadow theatre, blending Eastern narratives with Western cultural icons.

David Foster will host The Hitman Cruise in 2027 aboard the Celebrity Summit. The five-night music cruise features performances by Michael McDonald, Katharine McPhee, and other guest artists.

Feinstein's will present Who's Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience, a high-energy tribute to Michael Jackson, featuring music and dance performances.

In a featurette for Michael, Michael Jackson's nephew, Jaafar Jackson, shares how he prepared to portray his late uncle in the new biopic of the musician. Check it out now.

The Tanglewood Popular Artist Series, which each year brings a star-studded lineup of musicians and performers to Tanglewood’s Koussevitzky Music Shed, continues to expand its 2026 summer season with the addition of Jon Stewart among a roster of major artists across genres including rock, country, pop, Broadway, and soul.

Watch video of Liza Minnelli performing “Our Love Is Here to Stay” during her rare Los Angeles appearance celebrating her memoir. The event featured a live conversation with Michael Feinstein and a performance at the Million Dollar Theatre.

The Houston Symphony and Music Director Juraj Valčuha revealed details of the 2026−27 Season, Valčuha’s fifth as music director. Valčuha leads eight of the eighteen classical subscription programs in the season.

Comedian Aries Spears has been announced to perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall on January 22. Known for his sharp wit and engaging performances, Spears continues to be a prominent figure in stand-up comedy.

The El Mocambo will present an EVERYTHING 80'S PARTY on April 30th, featuring performances by award-winning entertainer Sean Jones and powerhouse singer Cleopatra Williams.

THE MUSIC OF US: FROM THEN TO NOW on 3/13 celebrated America's 250 years in music. The trio of phenomenal guest singers - Max Clayton, Nova Payton and Ephraim Sykes brought down the house at the famed venue. Bravo!

Today’s subject Myles Frost in currently living his theatre life as the lead character in Chez Joey at Arena Stage. The show is a modern reimagining of the 1940 Rodgers and Hart musical Pal Joey. The production runs through March 22nd in Arena’s Kreeger Theatre.

Michael, the highly anticipated biopic about music icon Michael Jackson, will be available in theaters for limited Early Access screenings on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

A bold concert where pop hits take centre stage and are “Re-Imagined” into a celebration of song and storytelling. Hosted by Darryn de Souza, and featuring Mariah Campos, Trevor Coll, Emry Harland and Tiffany Deriveau. This electrifying night fuses power anthems with soulful ballads. From unique mashups to new takes on iconic pop songs, experience the chart-toppers that have lit up Broadway.

What did our critic think of MJ THE MUSICAL at Robinson Center?

Liza Minnelli will make a rare onstage appearance in Los Angeles as part of an event celebrating the release of her forthcoming memoir Kids, Wait Till You Hear This.