About MJ The Musical
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time, and now Michael Jackson’s unique artistry comes to Omaha with MJ, the multi Tony Award®-winning musical that explores the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour. Directed and choreographed by Tony Award®-winner Christopher Wheeldon, with a book by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ delves deeper than just the star’s iconic moves and signature sound, providing an intimate glimpse into the creative mind and collaborative spirit that propelled Michael Jackson to legendary status. MJ is “startin’ somethin’” as it premieres at the Orpheum Theater.
The creative team behind MJ boasts an impressive lineup, including Scenic Design by two-time Tony and Emmy Award winner Derek McLane, Lighting Design by seven-time Tony Award winner Natasha Katz, Costume Design by Tony and Emmy Award winner Paul Tazewell, Sound Design by Tony Award winner Gareth Owen, Projection Design by two-time Tony Award nominee Peter Nigrini, and Hair & Wig Design by two-time Emmy Award nominee Charles G. LaPointe. Additional credits include Musical Supervision by Tony Award nominee David Holcenberg, Orchestrations and Arrangements by Holcenberg and Tony Award winner Jason Michael Webb, and Music Direction by Victor Simonson. Casting is by The Telsey Office, with Rachel Hoffman, CSA, and Lindsay Levine, CSA.
MJ is recommended for ages 8 and up.
The running time is 2 hours and 30 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission.
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