Tavon Olds-Sample News

Original Broadway cast member Tavon Olds-Sample took his final bow as 'Middle Michael' in MJ. See photos from the night! Olds-Sample made his Broadway debut in MJ in 2021.

Brandon Lee Harris, who originated the role of ‘Michael' in the First National Tour of the Tony Award-winning musical MJ, will return to Broadway and take over the role of ‘Michael' from original Broadway cast member Tavon Olds-Sample

Roman Banks will join the Broadway company of MJ. Banks will join the Broadway cast as the ‘MJ’ Alternate for a limited time only. The current Broadway cast of MJ features Matte Martinez as ‘MJ,’ and more.

MJ the Musical will kick off the holiday season on Friday, November 28th with special post-show performances of the Jackson 5’s iconic rendition of the Christmas classic, ‘Santa Claus is Coming to Town.'

Tavon Olds-Sample, who is currently playing the 'middle' Michael Jackson in Broadway's MJ: The Musical, is set to star as an aspiring young dancer in the new coming-of-age feature film Shadow Dance.

Let’s take a look back at some of the most unforgettable looks that turned the Tony Awards into a true fashion spectacle. Check out photos of all of our favorite Tony Awards fashions of the 2020s!

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!

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

Check out a photo of Mariah Carey visiting MJ on Broadway! Learn more about her visit to the show and see her with the cast.

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

MJ the Musical is celebrating 1,000 performances on Broadway. In celebration of the milestone, the production has released a new block of tickets, now on sale for performances through April 27, 2025.

To celebrate the holiday season, MJ the Musical has released a never-before-seen music video of “Santa Claus is Coming to Town,” featuring the actors who play members of the Jackson 5 in the Broadway production.

MJ on Broadway was featured on the season finale episode of HBO’s Emmy-Award winning series “Hard Knocks.” Check out pics from the special visit and go behind the scenes!

Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about MJ on Broadway. Check out all the details below!

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!

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.

54 BELOW will present 54 Sings Beyoncé on July 2nd, 2023 at 9:30pm. Learn how to purchase tickets!

We're taking you to the red carpet for a look at all of the stars (and what they're wearing) at the 2023 Tony Awards!

Last night, Elijah Rhea Johnson made his Broadway debut and took his first bow as Michael Jackson in MJ, the multiple Tony Award-winning musical. Johnson returns to MJ after helping to develop the role of 'Middle Michael' throughout the workshop process.  BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!

As BroadwayWorld reported in November, six new recordings have earned nominations for Best Musical Theatre Album at the 2023 Grammy Awards, including Caroline, Or Change, Into The Woods, MJ The Musical, Mr. Saturday Night, Six: Live On Opening Night, and A Strange Loop. Take a listen to all six of the nominated albums!