MJ, the Four-Time Tony Award-Winning Musical Comes to Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall February 3-8

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Producers Lia Vollack, John Branca, John McClain are thrilled to announce the cast for the smash-hit musical, MJ, when it makes its Sarasota premiere at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall February 3-8. Jordan Markus plays the title role of ‘MJ’ on the First National Tour. An original cast member of the touring company, Jordan made his Broadway and National tour debuts playing both roles of ‘MJ’ and ‘Michael’ in MJ. Tickets start at $68 and can be purchased at VanWezel.org, by calling 941-263-6799 or by visiting the Veteran Air Box Office at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Saturday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

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