{"id":8435,"date":"2024-02-07T20:35:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-07T20:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp26.cmswebdeveloper.com\/asian-news\/49306-2\/"},"modified":"2024-02-07T20:35:00","modified_gmt":"2024-02-07T20:35:00","slug":"49306-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp26.cmswebdeveloper.com\/asian-news\/49306-2\/","title":{"rendered":"MJ: THE MUSICAL &#8211; Rehearsal images released"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asianexpress.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/MJ-The-Musical-rehearsal-image_24-jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49307\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: @perssonphotograph<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>The award-winning musical begins performances in London on 6th March<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Helmed by the renowned director Christopher Wheeldon and produced by the talented trio of Lia Vollack, John Branca, and John McClain, the musical promises an unforgettable journey into the world of Michael Jackson. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rehearsal images offer a fascinating glimpse into the creative process behind the groundbreaking production, igniting anticipation for what promises to be an extraordinary theatrical experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The UK premiere of the production begins performances at the Prince Edward Theatre,<br>London from Wednesday 6 March 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Myles Frost, who originated the role of Michael Jackson in New York and for which he won the<br>Tony Award\u00ae for Best Actor in a Musical, will bring his star-making performance from<br>Broadway to the West End.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He will be joined by cast members, Ashley Zhangazha as Joseph Jackson \/ Rob, Mitchell<br>Zhangazha as Michael, Philippa Stefani as Rachel, Phebe Edwards as Katherine Jackson \/<br>Kate, Matt Mills as Berry Gordy \/ Nick, Rohan Pinnock-Hamilton as Tito Jackson \/ Quincy<br>Jones, Matt Gonsalves as Alejandro, Jon Tsouras as Dave, Kieran Alleyne as MJ Alternate &amp;<br>Standby for Michael, Kwam\u00e9 Kandekore Standby for MJ &amp; Michael.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Centred around the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, MJ goes beyond the singular<br>moves and signature sound of the star to offer a rare look at the creative mind and<br>collaborative spirit that catapulted Jackson to legendary status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MJ delivers a theatrical experience like no other, electrifying audiences with dozens of the most<br>iconic songs in music history, including Billie Jean, Beat It, Man in the Mirror, Thriller and<br>Smooth Criminal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tickets are on sale now. 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