'MJ the Musical' holding open casting call for 'Michaels' of all ages

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Monday, January 6, 2020
In this March 5, 2009 file photo, US singer Michael Jackson speaks at a press conference at the London O2 Arena.
In this March 5, 2009 file photo, US singer Michael Jackson speaks at a press conference at the London O2 Arena.
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A Broadway musical has launched a multi-city search for actors of all ages, including young performers to play Michael Jackson at age 10.



The producers of "MJ the Musical" are holding open auditions across the country over the next few weeks. They're looking for actors for stage roles as well as to understudy, and must possess the singing and dancing chops to play Michael Jackson at various stages of his life.



Tony Award-nominee Ephraim Sykes has been cast in the main role as Jackson. The show is expected to open next summer at the Neil Simon Theatre in New York.



Auditions will take place across the country throughout January in Washington, D.C., Chicago, Detroit, Philadelphia, Atlanta, New York City, and Los Angeles. Video submissions will also be accepted.



Those interested in auditioning can find more information at www.mjthemusical.com.



WASHINGTON, D.C.


Saturday, January 11th, 2020


Open Call from 12-3pm


Hyatt Place Washington DC


1522 K Street NW


Washington, D.C 20005



CHICAGO, IL


Saturday, January 11th, 2020


Open Call from 1 - 3:30 pm


Gus Giordano Dance School


5230 N Clark Street


Chicago, IL 60640



DETROIT, MI



Sunday, January 12th, 2020


Open Call from 10am - 12:30pm


DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby


525 W Lafayette Boulevard


Detroit, MI USA 48226



PHILADELPHIA, PA


Sunday, January 12th, 2020


Open Call from 12pm - 3pm


Walnut Street Theatre


825 Walnut Street


Philadelphia, PA 19107



ATLANTA, GA


Saturday, January 25th, 2020


Open Call from 12-3pm


Sheraton Atlanta Hotel



165 Courtland Street NE


Atlanta, GA 30303



NEW YORK CITY, NY


Saturday, January 25th, 2020


Open Call from 10am - 1pm


Telsey + Company


1501 Broadway, Suite #510


NYC, NY 10036


*Must bring ID to enter the building



LOS ANGELES, CA


Saturday, February 1st, 2020


Open Call from 9am - 1pm


Screenland Studios


10501 Burbank Boulevard


North Hollywood, CA 91601

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