The International Asia Tour of "MJ the Musical," a production that won four Tony Awards®, will open in Japan in January 2027, beginning with performances at Tokyu Theatre Orb in Tokyo. The Tokyo run has been set at 53 performances in total, from January 28 (Thu) to March 14 (Sun), 2027, and the earliest ticket presale begins on October 11 (Sun), 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon).
The musical has recorded sold-out runs on Broadway in New York, in London's West End, in Hamburg, on a US tour, and in cities across Australia, and more than 8 million people around the world have experienced the show. For the Tokyo production, top creators who have worked on MJ productions around the world will gather in the city, bringing the scale of the original productions to the stage.
Highlights
More Than 25 Songs by Michael Jackson
The show features more than 25 of Michael Jackson's signature songs, including "Beat It," "Smooth Criminal," "Man in the Mirror," and "Thriller." Created with innovative storytelling, energetic performances, and respect for Michael Jackson, one of the most influential entertainers of all time, MJ continues to captivate the hearts and imaginations of audiences in packed theaters around the world.
Inside Michael Jackson's Creative Process
The story is set in 1992 and depicts the behind-the-scenes work that led to Michael Jackson's iconic "Dangerous World Tour." It looks not only at the dancing and hit songs that captivated the world, but also at the creativity that elevated him to legendary status and his creative process with his collaborators.
The story unfolds from the perspective of an MTV journalist who is granted special access to the rehearsals. With a script by two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage ("Ruined," "Sweat"), the show portrays a part of Michael Jackson's complex life through his efforts to pour all of his creativity into the "Dangerous World Tour."
Four Tony Awards and an Olivier Award
The production has earned high praise around the world for its innovative choreography and stage expression. At the Tony Awards, regarded as the pinnacle of theater, it won four awards, including Best Choreography for director and choreographer Christopher Wheeldon OBE. In London's West End, Wheeldon also won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Theatre Choreographer, and the show is acclaimed around the world as one of the leading musicals of today.
Creative Team
Top creators working at the forefront of the world's stage have come together to create the production.
- Book: Lynn Nottage (two-time Pulitzer Prize winner / "Ruined," "Sweat")
- Direction and choreography: Christopher Wheeldon (Tony Award and Laurence Olivier Award winner for choreography / "MJ the Musical")
- Scenic design: Derek McLane (Tony Award winner and two-time Emmy Award winner / "Moulin Rouge! The Musical")
- Lighting design: Natasha Katz (six-time Tony Award winner / "Once")
- Costume design: Paul Tazewell (Tony, Emmy, and Academy Award winner / "Hamilton," "Wicked")
- Sound design: Gareth Owen (Tony Award and Laurence Olivier Award winner / "Come From Away")
- Projection design: Peter Nigrini (two-time Tony Award nominee / "Dear Evan Hansen")
- Hair and wig design: Charles LaPointe (two-time Emmy Award nominee / "The Color Purple")
- Makeup design: Joe Dulude II
- Music supervision: David Holcenberg (Tony Award nominee / "Matilda")
- Orchestrations and arrangements: David Holcenberg, Jason Michael Webb (Tony Award winner / "The Color Purple")
For all details, please check the official website: https://mjthemusical.jp/
Photography of Australian Production by Daniel Boud
Performance Details
- Title: MJ the Musical
- Dates: January 28 (Thu) to March 14 (Sun), 2027, 53 performances in total
- Preview performances: January 28 (Thu) to February 3 (Wed), 2027, 8 performances
- Venue: Tokyu Theatre Orb (Shibuya Hikarie 11F, 2-21-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
- Please check the official website for the detailed performance schedule: https://mjthemusical.jp/
Ticket Information
Prices (tax included, all seats reserved)
- Premium Seat (with bonus item): ¥38,000
- SS Seat: ¥25,000
- S Seat: ¥19,800
- A Seat: ¥16,800
- B Seat: ¥12,800
The Premium Seat comes with special merchandise (details to be announced later).
Earliest Ticket Presale
- Start: October 11 (Sun), 2026 from 12:00 PM
- For details, please visit the official website: https://mjthemusical.jp/
Notes
- The show features live music and is performed in English with Japanese subtitles (dialogue only).
- The foyer opens 45 minutes before the start of the performance.
- Preschool-aged children are not admitted.
- A ticket is required for each person (sitting on a lap is not permitted).
- Except in the case of a canceled performance, tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged for another performance.
- Tickets cannot be canceled or changed after purchase.
- Wheelchair spaces are limited. Guests who wish to watch from a wheelchair should purchase an S Seat ticket in advance and contact DISK GARAGE with their seat number as early as possible (accepted until the day before the performance). The seat location will be explained on the day. The wheelchair area is limited, so companions are asked to watch from their own seats. If the area is not reserved, it may be sold as general seating.
- Celebratory flowers and dressing room flowers (stand flowers, arrangements, and potted plants) for the cast and others involved are declined.
- Purchasing tickets for profit and reselling them are strictly prohibited.
- Please check the website for the latest information about the performances before visiting.
Performance Schedule
★ indicates a preview performance, and ○ indicates the opening night. Times are curtain times.
| Date | Showtimes |
|---|---|
| Jan 28 (Thu) | ★ 7:00 PM |
| Jan 29 (Fri) | ★ 7:00 PM |
| Jan 30 (Sat) | ★ 1:00 PM / 7:00 PM |
| Jan 31 (Sun) | ★ 1:00 PM |
| Feb 1 (Mon) | No performance |
| Feb 2 (Tue) | ★ 1:00 PM / 7:00 PM |
| Feb 3 (Wed) | ★ 1:00 PM |
| Feb 4 (Thu) | ○ 6:00 PM |
| Feb 5 (Fri) | 3:00 PM |
| Feb 6 (Sat) | 12:00 PM / 5:30 PM |
| Feb 7 (Sun) | 1:00 PM |
| Feb 8 (Mon) | No performance |
| Feb 9 (Tue) | 1:00 PM |
| Feb 10 (Wed) | 1:00 PM / 6:30 PM |
| Feb 11 (Thu) | 1:00 PM |
| Feb 12 (Fri) | 6:30 PM |
| Feb 13 (Sat) | 12:00 PM / 5:30 PM |
| Feb 14 (Sun) | 1:00 PM |
| Feb 15 (Mon) | No performance |
| Feb 16 (Tue) | 1:00 PM |
| Feb 17 (Wed) | 1:00 PM |
| Feb 18 (Thu) | 1:00 PM / 6:30 PM |
| Feb 19 (Fri) | 1:00 PM |
| Feb 20 (Sat) | 12:00 PM / 5:30 PM |
| Feb 21 (Sun) | 1:00 PM |
| Feb 22 (Mon) | No performance |
| Feb 23 (Tue) | 1:00 PM |
| Feb 24 (Wed) | 1:00 PM / 6:30 PM |
| Feb 25 (Thu) | 1:00 PM |
| Feb 26 (Fri) | 6:30 PM |
| Feb 27 (Sat) | 12:00 PM / 5:30 PM |
| Feb 28 (Sun) | 1:00 PM |
| Mar 1 (Mon) | No performance |
| Mar 2 (Tue) | 1:00 PM |
| Mar 3 (Wed) | 1:00 PM |
| Mar 4 (Thu) | 1:00 PM / 6:30 PM |
| Mar 5 (Fri) | 1:00 PM |
| Mar 6 (Sat) | 12:00 PM / 5:30 PM |
| Mar 7 (Sun) | 1:00 PM |
| Mar 8 (Mon) | No performance |
| Mar 9 (Tue) | 1:00 PM |
| Mar 10 (Wed) | 1:00 PM / 6:30 PM |
| Mar 11 (Thu) | 1:00 PM |
| Mar 12 (Fri) | 1:00 PM |
| Mar 13 (Sat) | 12:00 PM / 5:30 PM |
| Mar 14 (Sun) | 1:00 PM |
Official Website and Social Media
- Official website: https://mjthemusical.jp/
- Official X: https://x.com/mjthemusicaljp
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mjthemusicaljp/
Production Credits
- Original Broadway producers: Lia Vollack / John Branca / John McClain
- Planning, presenters, and producers: Kinoshita Group / John Gore Organization / Kumiko Yoshii
- Organizers: Kinoshita Group, TBS, DISK GARAGE, Lawson Ticket
