Lia Vollack, John Branca and John McClain, producers of the acclaimed Broadway musical MJ, announce today that Jamaal Fields-Green will take over the role of MJ in the smash hit London production.
Fields-Green – who has the distinction of being the only performer to have played the role in all three global productions: on Broadway, on the US national tour and already having performed to standing ovations at the Prince Edward Theatre in London – replaces Myles Frost in the role, beginning performances on Tuesday 14 January 2025.
Booking for MJ has also been extended today, with tickets now on sale through until Saturday 13 September 2025.
Jamaal said: “I’m deeply humbled and honoured to have the opportunity to perform in this show and role here in London. Ever since I made my debut in the West End earlier this year, something in the city has been calling me back.
London – I’m excited to share my artistry and make some magic with you in this beautiful city. I hope to see you at the theatre, I promise you’re not going to want to miss it. Let’s party!”
Christopher Wheeldon, Director & Choreographer of MJ, said: “Having Jamaal’s brilliance lead the West End production after dazzling audiences on Broadway and across America, ensures that MJ will have continued success on the stage of Prince Edward Theatre as he brings MJ magic to London.”
Jamaal is joined by Ashley Zhangazha as Joseph Jackson / Rob, Mitchell Zhangazha as Michael, Philippa Stefani as Rachel, Phebe Edwards as Katherine Jackson / Kate, Matt Mills as Berry Gordy / Nick, Rohan Pinnock-Hamilton as Tito Jackson / Quincy Jones, Matt Gonsalves as Alejandro, Jon Tsouras as Dave, Kieran Alleyne as MJ Alternate and Standby for Michael, Kwamé Kandekore as Standby for MJ and Standby for Michael and André Phipps as Standby for MJ and Standby for Michael.
The full cast includes Derek Aidoo, Morgan Baulch, Milan Cacacie, Tevin Daniel, Spencer Darlaston-Jones, Hanna Dimtsu, Aden Dzuda, Marie Finlayson, Christopher Gopaul, Kalisha Johnson, Grace Kanyamibwa, Travis Kerry, Dianté Lodge, Simeon Montague, George Ross, Lydia Sterling, Toyan Thomas-Browne, Taylor Walker, Charlotte-Kate Warren and Tavio Wright.
Alongside Ari Adebiyi, Cristiano Cuino, Jaydon Eastman and Joel Molin as Little Michael, Khanya Madaka, Kristiano Ricardo, Ashton Robertson and Asher Swaray-Gray as Little Marlon.
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry is on the West End stage direct from Broadway in the multiple Tony Award®-winning new musical MJ.
Centred around the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star to offer a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Jackson to legendary status.
MJ delivers a theatrical experience like no other, electrifying audiences with dozens of the most iconic songs in music history, including Billie Jean, Beat It, Man in the Mirror, Thriller and Smooth Criminal.
The internationally renowned creative team for MJ, helmed by two-time Pulitzer Prize® winning writer Lynn Nottage (Ruined, Sweat) and two-time Tony Award® winning Director & Choreographer, and Royal Ballet Associate Artist Christopher Wheeldon (MJ, An American in Paris), includes Scenic Design by two-time Tony Award® and two-time Emmy Award® winner Derek McLane (Moulin Rouge! The Musical), Lighting Design by six-time Tony Award® winner Natasha Katz (Once), Costume Design by Tony Award® and Emmy Award® winner Paul Tazewell (Hamilton), Sound Design by Tony Award® and Olivier Award winning Gareth Owen (Come From Away), Projection Design by two- time Tony Award® nominee Peter Nigrini (Dear Evan Hansen), and Wig & Hair Design by two-time Emmy Award nominee Charles LaPointe (The Color Purple). Musical Supervision is by Tony Award® nominee David Holcenberg (Matilda), and the Orchestrations and Arrangements are by David Holcenberg and Tony Award® winner Jason Michael Webb (The Color Purple). UK Casting is by Pippa Ailion CDG and Natalie Gallacher CDG.
