As we know, shows and musical will see a series of casts going through. In a resent interview, Myles Frost said he loves to play Michael Jackson but when it is time and if an opportunity arises, he will move on to new adventures.
In the last few months, new cast members have joined the musical and they are:
ZELIG WILLIAMS
MARLON JACKSON / ENSEMBLE
Zelig Williams is a dancer/choreographer that grew up in Columbia, SC. He has most recently graduated from Pace University with a BFA in Commercial Dance in 2020. His Broadway debut was with the Broadway cast of Hamilton the American Musical from 2016- 2018. He has also worked for Hugh Jackman and was a part of his world tour in 2019 (tmtmts). Zelig is inspired by dance and is working to achieve the goals that truly speak to him. He’s also excited to be joining the original cast of MJ the Musical and gives all thanks to God for blessing him with this opportunity.
MICHELLE MERCEDES
ENSEMBLE
Michelle hails from Miami, Florida and is excited to be returning to Broadway in MJ! Broadway: West Side Story. NYC: I Married an Angel (New York City Center), Samson et Dalia (The Metropolitan Opera). Regional: Mary Poppins, Crazy For You, Footloose (Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre). She holds a B.F.A. from the Florida State University and is currently an M.B.A. candidate at the University of Florida. Immense love and thanks to God, my parents, family, friends, and CESD.
BANE GRIFFITH
LITTLE MICHAEL
A ten year old triple threat from Houston, Texas, is making his Broadway debut. Also making his television debut this year on an Emmy award winning sitcom, he is ecstatic to join MJ the Musical and to honor the “King of Pop,” Michael Jackson.
APOLLO LEVINE
JOSEPH JACKSON / ROB
Apollo hails from Abbeville, LA by way of South Bend, IN. Theater: Sister Act, Dreamgirls, Ragtime, and originated the role of Chinese Superhero The Monkey King in Beijing, China. Television: “Let’s Stay Together,” “Criminal Minds.” Experiencing the iconic videos for “Scream” and “Remember the Time”, Apollo was captivated by the artistry of “The King of Pop.” Former lead singer of rock band SteppHeavy, Apollo is excited to be made his Broadway debut with MJ.
We will keep you updated on any changes and upcoming London show and Tour shows.
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