MJ the Musical Broadway Cast
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry has finally arrived on Broadway in a brand-new musical. Full synopsis
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Whitney Bashor, who earned acclaim and the Clarence Derwent Award for her role in The Bridges of Madison County, brought her exceptional talent to the stage in MJ the Musical. more...
Raymond Baynard, a New Jersey native and SUNY-Purchase graduate, showcased his exceptional dance talent on Broadway in MJ the Musical, following his performances in Hamilton and national tours of The Lion King and Hamilton. more...
Devin Trey Campbell, who made his Broadway debut at age 7 in Kinky Boots, brought his extensive dance competition experience and community theatre background to his role in MJ the Musical. more...
Joseph Jackson / Rob
Quentin Earl Darrington, known for his powerful performances on Broadway as Agwe in the Tony Award-winning revival of Once On This Island and Coalhouse Walker Jr. in the Tony-nominated revival of Ragtime, brought his remarkable talent to the stage in MJ the Musical. more...
Jackie Jackson / Ensemble
John Edwards, a versatile performer known for his award-winning role in the NYC revival of Smokey Joe’s Cafe, brought his dynamic talents to the stage in MJ the Musical. more...
Myles Frost, who won the 2022 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of Michael Jackson in the Broadway production of MJ the Musical, also received a Grammy Award nomination for the show's cast recording. more...
Kali May Grinder, who previously graced the stage in the original Broadway cast of Frozen and danced as a Rockette in The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, brought her remarkable talent to the ensemble of MJ the Musical. more...
(Swing)
Wonza Johnson, a University of Michigan alum, previously graced the Broadway stage in MJ the Musical, bringing his dynamic talent to the celebrated production. more...
Quincy Jones / Tito Jackson
Apollo Levine, who has an impressive theater background including roles in "Sister Act" and "Dreamgirls," made his Broadway debut in the past with "MJ the Musical," bringing his lifelong admiration for "The King of Pop" to the stage. more...
Suzanne De Passe
Renni Anthony Magee, an accomplished entertainer and interdisciplinary artist, showcased his dynamic talents in MJ the Musical, adding to his impressive repertoire that includes winning the Henry Award for his role in Oklahoma! at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. more...
Aaron James McKenzie, who previously appeared in Yale Repertory Theatre’s production of Choir Boy and on CBS’s "Bull," was thrilled to make his Boston debut with the talented company of MJ the Musical. more...
Michelle Mercedes, originally from Miami, Florida, returned to Broadway in MJ after previously gracing the stage in West Side Story, bringing her diverse performance experience from NYC and regional theaters to the iconic musical. more...
(Swing)
Ramone Nelson showcased his talents in the original Broadway cast of MJ: The Musical, where he played Tito Jackson and later took on the role of Quincy Jones during the First National Tour. more...
Michael Jackson
Tavon Olds-Sample made his Broadway debut as Michael in MJ, bringing his previous experience from regional productions like Scottsboro Boys and I Sing the Rising Sea to the stage. more...
Aramie Payton, a Chicago native and now New York City-based actor and screenwriter, made his Broadway debut in the past as a standby for the roles of MJ and Michael in MJ the Musical, and has also been seen in the Hulu TV series, Wu-Tang, An American Saga. more...
Kyle Robinson made his Broadway debut in MJ the Musical, bringing his extensive dance background from performances with Mikhail Baryshnikov and Shaping Sound Dance Company to the stage. more...
Alejandro
Gabriel Ruiz, who graced the Broadway stage in MJ The Musical, has an extensive background in New York theater and Chicago's vibrant theater scene, with notable performances at Steppenwolf and Goodman, and has also appeared in popular TV shows like "Chicago Fire" and "Chicago PD." more...
Walter Russell III, a Harlem native and triple threat born on the King of Pop's birthday, brought his destined role to life as Young Michael Jackson in Broadway's MJ the Musical. more...
Berry Gordy / Nick
Antoine L. Smith, who has graced Broadway stages in productions like The Color Purple and Miss Saigon, brought his exceptional talent to MJ the Musical, adding to his impressive repertoire which includes a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Musical Performance in a Daytime Program. more...
Dave
Joey Sorge, who brought his vibrant energy to the role of "Rudy The Voice" in A Bronx Tale – The Musical, also showcased his versatile talent in MJ the Musical, adding to his impressive twenty-year career on Broadway. more...
Ryan Steele, known for his performances in Broadway hits like Newsies and Matilda, brought his extensive stage experience to the cast of MJ the Musical. more...
Kamille Upshaw, a Juilliard and Baltimore School for the Arts alum, previously graced the stage in the original cast of Mean Girls on Broadway and as a swing in Hamilton, bringing her remarkable talent to MJ the Musical. more...
Ryan VanDenBoom, a versatile performer known for his roles in Broadway hits like Bandstand and Something Rotten!, brought his extensive stage experience to MJ the Musical, showcasing his dynamic talent that has also graced the screen in the Coen Brothers' Hail Caesar! more...
Jermaine Jackson / Ensemble
Lamont Walker II, who was part of the original Broadway cast of MJ the Musical as Jermaine Jackson, also showcased his versatility as a standby for Hercules at the Paper Mill Playhouse. more...
Marlon Jackson / Ensemble
Zelig Williams, a talented dancer and choreographer from Columbia, SC, who made his Broadway debut with Hamilton from 2016-2018, was thrilled to join the original cast of MJ the Musical, expressing gratitude for the opportunity. more...
Christian Wilson, a rising superstar from Norfolk, Virginia, made his Broadway debut in the electrifying MJ: the Musical, where he had the honor of portraying his biggest influence, Michael Jackson. more...
Darius Wright, who was an understudy for the role of Michael Jackson in MJ the Musical, has also showcased his talents in Broadway productions like Pretty Woman: The Musical and A Bronx Tale: The Musical. more...
See awards and nominations on the MJ the Musical page
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- 2023 US Tour — North American Tour · Cast
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