"The story line was ok but what's disappointing is the presentation of the story. It came across very weak. The teenage MJ could also use a better outfit--not just black jeans. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 17, 2024
Loud and very energetic
"Dancer troupe was great. Something was a bit off in the adult MJ dancing. Didn’t capture the fluidity of Michael Jackson’s fantastic dancing. Maybe no one can. Good performance otherwise. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 14, 2024
Needed more
"Loved the stage production. Amazing but stage venture seemed too small. Like a beginner off broadway. Differently could have had 2 double fill in dancers. Wasn’t impressed enough. Had the the perfect center Mezz seats. Would have been more interesting to have real life or best of drag queens coming across the stage to hug and kiss MJ. Like Madonna, Liza Just even 5 would have added the extra drama. I thought the main Michael was good but I’ve seen soooooooo many other Vegas types would have been more impressive. Ripping his t shir off was a classic move but wasn’t done. May be because of the equipment he needed under for sound. His moon walk wasn’t great. We have become too exposed to seeing some really great impersonators I’ve become a bit jaded. Dancers customs could have been cooler. So I had high expectations but overall very good. And cheers to the sound/lights casting creators. WOW. AND LOVE HOW LOUD IT WAS. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 17, 2024
Plot is Meandering and hard to follow.
"Music is good, dancing was great. Not a theater for tall people above 5'9"- cramped leg room."
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Sean C from Windsor on Jul 15, 2024
My impression of MJ the Musical
"There was a lot of high energy in the production which held my attention some of the time. But after a while, I found myself losing interest. The story line was not very strong and was somewhat repetitive. Probably, it's because I am a senior citizen, but the music did not really appeal to me either. Overall, I think the production relied too much on over-the-top, high impact stage setting, but in my view, that could not make up for a production that was only fairly satisfactory."
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 3, 2025
Just ok.
"The acting was fairly good. The story line was good, but over done, repetitive. We would’ve liked to see more MJ musical productions, performances of his classic hits and stage productions. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 4, 2025
It’s all about the music!
"Michael Jackson was a consummate entertainer, I loved his music, dancing, etc.
I found there was too much talk about “allegations,” not being understood; he comes off as pathetic in the show."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 4, 2025
Ok
"Piece really had no plot and it’s rough imitating someone as iconic as Michael Jackson. It was enjoyable, but I’d invest in seeing other shows first."
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 23, 2025
I hace seen better shows
"Excelent dancers and of course Good music. You get to see Michael Jackson’s life, success and demons but it does not shock you….when you leave the theatre you take little with you"
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Gabriela V from New York on Dec 8, 2024
Not enough of a redo of MJs greatest hits
"What would have made this great would have been the Thriller and Bad dance scenes from the movie videos."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 28, 2024
Wasn’t as good as I had expected
"The musical performances were excellent. All of the talking was very boring and not necessary. I would’ve enjoyed much more music and singing."
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 13, 2025
Not great
"I had high hopes for this show as I love MJ. Best in show was MJ mother.
The stand in for MJ wasn't great. Actor who played his father flubbed his lines twice. The dancers were ok. The choreography didn't allow for the dancers to complete turns etc.
The sound was uneven.
This show needs a reboot...very unnecessarily expensive, feel ripped off."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 24, 2025
The show was just okay.
"The cast members performed well & their costumes were on point! However, the storyline didn’t hold my attention. It’s pretty much a retelling of MJ’s life but without the WOW effect. I did drift off a time or two. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 23, 2025
Needs a story
"I knew the music for MJ would be great. The dancing was fantastic as well. I just wish there was a better story line. It just didn't flow with the music and I think there was enough to make it flow.
If you want to hear the music of Michael Jackson and great dancing, this is totally worth it. If you want a Broadway quality musical, not so much. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 27, 2025
Not great
"Found the show a bit slow, the story line was predictable and the performances were ok, but not great! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 2, 2025
This play is way too long
"It was WAYYY too long - good grief - two hours and 20 minutes ? Way too long."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 7, 2025
nana
"The acoustics were not good in this theatre. To much story line and not enough MJ music"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 20, 2025
Disappointing production quality for what an average Broadway typically is
"MJ enthusiast here.
If you plan on seeing this show, do NOT come in with the expectations that this is a “musical” - the script and production of the show felt more like a documentary story of Michael’s life than a musical featuring hit songs and dances.
Advertisements read as performing 40 songs by Michael but they are not full songs, 30 seconds to 2 minute snippets of each song (except like 5 full songs). Performances of each song were very lackluster as they include very minimal outfit changes, stage display changes, and overall organization. This may have related to the script of the show being an “MTV interview during an MJ rehearsal” so 80% of the show takes place with 1 stage and set of uniforms with several actors just standing around on stage
waiting for their turn to perform.
The dialogue of the script felt very unnecessary at times as fluff to elongate the show to a full 2.5 hours.
This review is NOT anything against the actual performers. They were all very talented. However comparative to other Broadway shows in NYC, it was very noticeable how poor the production quality & script/story was vs. expectations of a musical.
TLDR: The show felt like watching a glorified street performance."
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Nadim I from Saint Johns on Dec 22, 2024
Overhyped
"The acting was above average, and the production itself was well executed. However, the storyline felt overplayed and took unnecessary liberties, with the portrayal of MJ’s sexuality coming across as forced and over the top. The music, arguably the most important part of a Michael Jackson musical, was not highlighted enough, leaving it overshadowed by heavy-handed themes. While the stagecraft was polished, the overall show leaned too far into a “woke” angle, making it more disappointing than inspiring."
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Alexander H from Edmond on Aug 17, 2025
Disappointed
"Not as expected. Overall boring and poor quality."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 7, 2024
Very boring
"I didn’t like this play. I thought there would be more of mj’s dancing. That’s what I came for. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 4, 2024
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About
MJ
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 Nottage, MJ 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.
