We wanna be startin' somethin,' and it's going to be a thriller! Full casting has now been revealed ahead of the West End opening of MJ the Musical at the Prince Edward Theatre on March 6th.
As previously announced, Myles Frost, who originated the lead role on Broadway of Michael Jackson, will bring his performance to London.
Joining him in the musical will be Philippa Stefani as Rachel, Ashley Zhangazha as Joseph Jackson/Rob, Mitchell Zhangazha as Michael, Matt Mills as Berry Gordy/Nick, Jon Tsouras as Dave, Phebe Edwards as Katherine Jackson/Kate, Rohan Pinnock-Hamilton as Quincy Jones/Tito Jackson, Kieran Alleyne as MJ Alternate and Standby for Michael, Matt Gonsalves as Alejandro, and Kwamé Kandekore as Standby for MJ and Michael.
The remainder of the cast will feature Tavio Wright, Derek Aidoo, Toyan Thomas-Browne, Morgan Baulch, Lydia Sterling, Milan Cacacie, Hanna Dimtsu, Christopher Gopaul, Aden Dzuda, Kalisha Johnson, Spencer Darlaston-Jones, Grace Kanyamibwa, Travis Kerry, Dianté Lodge, Simeon Montague, George Ross, Marie Finlayson, Taylor Walker, and Charlotte-Kate Warren.
The production also provides a West End introduction to Dylan Trigger as Little Michael, Jaydon Eastman, Cristiano Cuino, Elliot Mugume, Khanya Madaka, Ethan Sokontwe, Sekhani Dumezweni, and Aidan Oti as Little Marlon.
Booking & Theatre Info For MJ The Musical
The Prince Edward Theatre is a large West End theatre with three levels and a capacity of 1711 seats. Each section of the venue offers excellent overall views. Premium seats are situated in the Stalls section on the ground floor which is divided into blocks allowing for the best views in the theatre. The front of the Dress Circle, in rows B-D, seats 15-9 is also great for patrons who prefer to view the stage from an elevated position and is ideal for large-scale musicals.
Box seats are also located on every level of the venue which is ideal for patrons seeking a more intimate and private experience. The boxes in the Stalls level are located at the back and are slightly raised above the main seating area has four moveable chairs that ensure a clear view of the stage, barring a very slight restriction from the overhang from the Dress Circle. Value for money can be found in the boxes in the Grand Circle section, especially Grand Circle Box 1 which features its private bathroom which comes in very handy during the interval.
Loge seating in the Dress Circle is located at the front of the section on the sides of the auditorium. These seats are similar to a box and are semi-private and surrounded by a low wall, separate from the main seating area offering excellent and staggering views of the stage.
Good value can also be found on the third level in the Upper Circle although these are situated quite high up and may not be suitable for patrons suffering from vertigo. Alternatively, the loges on the sides of the Dress Circle are ideal for those on a budget looking for cheap last minute tickets to MJ the Musical. These seats offer side views, but do not necessarily restrict the view of any part of the stage. The rows at the rear of the Stalls section can also be regularly discounted and offer clear views.