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MJ the Musical

First Preview: Dec 6, 2021
Opening Date: Feb 1, 2022
Open run
Running Time: 02:30
MJ the Musical

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Playing @
Neil Simon Theatre
250 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry has finally arrived on Broadway in a brand-new musical. Centered around the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, and created by Tony Award-winning director/choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn NottageMJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Jackson into legendary status.
BroadwayMusical
Show Notes: 1 Intermission
Age Guidance: 8
Audience Advisory: Children under the age of 5 are not permitted in the theatre.

Performance Schedule

Visit broadwaydirect.com for full performance schedule.


Music
  • Michael Jackson

Book
  • Lynn Nottage

Director
  • Christopher Wheeldon

Choreography
  • Christopher Wheeldon

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Full-price tickets:

$89.75 - $373.00

Lottery & Rush

Digital Lottery: A limited number of $40 tickets will be available through the official digital lottery. Lottery opens at 9am ET and closes at 3pm ET the day before each performance. Visit lottery.broadwaydirect.com.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Info

    One location at extreme side of orchestra. Patron purchases aisle seat and adjacent seat. Transfer optional.
  • Seating

    Orchestra on ground level. Mezzanine and lounges reached only by stairs.Seats 1,334.
  • Elevator/Escalator

    There are no elevators or escalators at this theatre.
  • Parking

    Valet parking garage: Broadway & 52nd St.
  • Curb Ramps

    SW corner of 52nd St. & Broadway; SE corner of 52nd Street & 8th Ave.
  • Entrance

    Double doors in series: 1st set (each 29.5") to outer lobby; slope down to 2nd set (each 30") to inner lobby. Incline (1:10) to orchestra level.
  • Box Office

    Outer lobby. Counter 46.5".
  • Restroom

    Unisex: Orchestra level.
  • Water Fountain

    Lower lounge, in restrooms.
  • Telephone

    Lower lounge.
  • Assisted Listening System

    Infrared. Occasional sign language interpreted performances.

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