By Mackenzie Nichols Staff Writer “MJ,” the musical about the life and career of the late Michael Jackson, has pushed back its Broadway opening to spring of 2021.
The move comes after the Great White Way extended its shutdown through Labor Day due to the coronavirus pandemic. The show will now start preview performances on March 8, 2021, with an opening night scheduled for April 15 at Neil Simon Theatre. “MJ” was initially set to premiere on July 6, 2020.
Ticket buyers will immediately receive a refund for the performance. Ephraim Sykes, who nabbed a Tony for “Ain’t Too Proud,” will portray Jackson in the musical. “MJ” will feature classic Jackson songs like “Beat It,” “Billie Jean,” “The Way You Make Me Feel,” and “Smooth Criminal.” The
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