It was announced today that Matte Martinez will soon lead the Broadway cast of MJ, taking on The King of Pop in the Tony Award-winning hit musical. Martinez will assume the titular role of MJ starting Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
Martinez made his Broadway debut at the Neil Simon Theatre in October 2023 and is currently in the company as Standby for MJ and Michael. He succeeds Elijah Rhea Johnson, who has been in the role since April 2023, and will play his final performance on Sunday, August 31.
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Directed and choreographed by two-time Tony Award winner Christopher Wheeldon, with a book written by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ is the winner of four 2022 Tony Awards.
“Matte gives audiences a dazzling portrayal of MJ,” stated director and choreographer Christopher Wheeldon. “We are excited for him to step in to the part full time and lead the show forward with his exceptional performance.”
Tickets for MJ the Musical are on sale now on Broadway Direct, the primary ticketing provider for the Neil Simon Theatre.
