Overview

Synopsis

MJ The Musical delves into the genius of Michael Jackson, often known as the King of Pop, at the time of the creation of his Dangerous World Tour in 1992. The show explores Jackson’s creative drive, signature moves, and his childhood stardom, all while featuring more than 25 of his biggest hits.

Show Information

Category
Musical
Age Guidance
Thirteen Plus (PG-13)
Number of Acts
2
First Produced
2021
Genres
Jukebox/Revue, Historical/Biographical
Settings
Contemporary, Fantasy/Imaginary, Multiple Settings, Spectacle
Time & Place
1992, a rehearsal studio
Cast Size
large
Orchestra Size
Medium
Dancing
Heavy
Ideal For
Mostly Male Cast, Includes Late Teen, Young Adult, Adult, Child, Early Teen Characters, Large Cast

Context

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Plot

Characters

Name Part Size Gender Vocal Part

MJ/Michael Jackson

Lead

Male

Joe Jackson/Rob

Lead

Male

Rachel

Supporting

Female

Alejandro

Supporting

Male

Dave

Supporting

Male

Katherine Jackson

Supporting

Female

Berry Gordy

Featured

Male

Jackie Jackson

Featured

Male

Quincy Jones / Tito Jackson

Featured

Male

Little Marlon

Featured

Male

Michael

Featured

Male

Little Michael (2)

Featured

Male

Jermaine Jackson

Featured

Male

Marlon Jackson

Featured

Male

Randy Jackson

Featured

Male

Ensemble

Ensemble

Either Gender

Songs

In alphabetical order:

  • 2 Bad
  • ABC
  • Bad
  • Beat It
  • Billie Jean
  • Black Or White
  • Blame It on the Boogie
  • Can You Feel It
  • Climb Ev'ry Mountain
  • Dancing Machine
  • Don't Stop Til You Get Enough
  • Earth Song
  • Ease on Down the Road
  • For the Love of Money
  • Higher and Higher
  • Human Nature
  • I Can't Help It
  • I'll Be There
  • I Want You Back
  • Jam
  • Keep the Faith
  • The Love You Save
  • Man in the Mirror
  • Money
  • Papa's Got a Brand New Bag
  • Price of Fame
  • Rock With You
  • She's Out of My Life
  • Shout
  • Smooth Criminal
  • Stranger in Moscow
  • Tabloid Junkie
  • Soul Train Theme Song
  • They Don't Care About Us
  • Thriller
  • Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
  • You Can't Win

A song with an asterisk (*) before the title indicates a dance number; a character listed in a song with an asterisk (*) by the character's name indicates that the character exclusively serves as a dancer in this song, which is sung by other characters.

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Scenes

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