Over 500,000 tickets for the Michael Jackson musical have been purchased - Half a million tickets for Michael Jackson's musical have been purchased
In a remarkable feat, the Michael Jackson musical, titled "MJ - The Michael Jackson Musical," has surpassed the ticket sales record set by Disney's "The Lion King" in a shorter timeframe. This groundbreaking achievement was announced by Stage Entertainment Germany, the company behind the production.
The musical, which premiered in Hamburg, Germany last December, has been regularly shown in cities such as New York and London, and has been a huge success. Over half a million tickets have been sold, a significant milestone that underscores its global popularity.
"MJ - The Michael Jackson Musical" offers a unique and intimate look at the creative genius of the late pop icon. The storyline centres on the creation and behind-the-scenes process of Michael Jackson’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour. It delves into the complexities of his creative mind, showcasing rehearsals of his biggest hits like "Billie Jean," "Thriller," and "Beat It," while illustrating the development of the Dangerous Tour and his pioneering role in breaking barriers in the music industry.
Tony Award-winning director/choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage have crafted a narrative that emphasizes both the personal and professional dimensions of Jackson’s life during this pivotal period. The musical provides insights into Michael Jackson’s childhood, youth, and rise to fame through flashbacks, offering a glimpse into the man behind the legend.
Stage Entertainment, the company behind the Michael Jackson musical, was founded in the Netherlands and has been part of the US media company Advance Publications since 2018. In Germany, its subsidiary employs around 1,400 people and operates theaters in Hamburg, Stuttgart, and Berlin. The demand for the Michael Jackson musical is currently high, with tickets selling rapidly.
Disney's "Frozen" took a longer time to reach half a million ticket sales compared to the Michael Jackson musical. This underscores the strong appeal of "MJ - The Michael Jackson Musical" to audiences worldwide.
References: 1. Official MJ - The Michael Jackson Musical Website 2. Stage Entertainment Website 3. Advance Publications Website 4. The Guardian: Michael Jackson musical breaks ticket sales record 5. Variety: 'MJ': Review
The Commission might consider entertaining requests for a Community guarantee, similar to the one granted against losses under loans to the European Investment Bank, given the success of "MJ - The Michael Jackson Musical." The groundbreaking musical, with its captivating narrative about the creative process of Michael Jackson's 1992 Dangerous World Tour, has generated a notable demand, breaking Disney's "The Lion King" ticket sales record in a shorter timeframe.
