Michael Jackson News

Tokyo Disneyland has announced that Captain EO will open there from July 1st this year, and play until the end of June in 2011.

Brett Ratner’s website has a video of him interviewing Michael, who responds easily and honestly to his many in-depth questions.

If you and/or your group would like a chance to perform at the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame and Museum Community Festival click here.

Details for Manchester’s Flash Mob on June 26th are updated here with more instructions for times, meeting places and clothing.

A crystal encrusted belt by Simon Tavassoli and autographed by Prince, Paris and Blanket, with Mr & Mrs Jackson, to be auctioned.

Andy Murray, the world’s number four tennis player, sang ‘I Want You Back’ at a Roland Garros Karoake session.

The Lehman Center presents a tribute to Michael on June 26th with three artists portraying Michael at three stages in his life.

Michael’s memorabilia is on display in Tokyo, Japan and this was the site of the latest ‘flash mob’ to his iconic song ‘Beat It’.

We have received a message from fans in Hungary advertising a We Are The World Day which is scheduled to take place on June 25th.

Sukhraj Sanghera has contacted us to introduce Kesh, a Michael Tribute act from London who covers Michael’s songs YouTube.

Mitch Mimms, age14, will star in a music video and tribute show in London, June 25th, for Great Ormond St. Children’s Hospital.

Xiao Bao, age four, from China, gripped the public’s imagination by dancing like Michael on TV talk shows and in Hollywood.

In an interview with ARTISTdirect.com, JLS, the newest British boy band, admitted that Michael’s ‘Off The Wall’ was a favourite.

A father and son act, both called Michael, successfully auditioned for ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ as Michael impersonators.

Man In The Mirror, a world class tribute from the USA, visits the Theatre Royal, Norwich in August as part of a world wide tour.

On June 27th, 2010 at the Zenith De Paris, France, there will be a special tribute to Michael called ‘Generation Moonwalk’.

Samantha Cockwell has emailed us to say that next Wednesday, May 26th, GMTV (morning show) will be at Michael’s Neverland Ranch.

Jackie Chan, a known admirer of Michael’s work, has just spent $250,000 on one of Michael’s gloves to give to his son Jaycee Chan.

On May 22nd, the largest sand sculpture of Michael in the world will open to the public in Kaunas Karmelita Place, in Lithuania.

We have had an update on the proposed Global MJ Disney Day in June, with dates and times of the planned events for fans to enjoy.

Michael influences our world even now, being referred to in academic literature, in journals of law, medicine and chemistry…

Randy Jackson wants fans to be able to access Michael’s resting place on June 25th but Clark Gable’s family oppose the suggestion.

David Gest will screen a four hour TV ‘popumentary’ called ‘The Real Michael Jackson’, with input from family members and friends.

Fans can now see Michael on You Tube while he tours the digital animation studio of Stan Lee and Peter F. Paul, of Marvel Comics.

The Center for Black Music Research (CBMR) – based at Columbia College Chicago will present a major conference on Michael’s art.

Nominations for the 10th Annual BET Awards were announced today, and included 2 new categories, Best Movie and Young Star Award.

Would you like the chance to become part of the West End Musical phenomenon Thriller Live? Auditions to take place at Talent Expo.

Dylan Allen, aged 11, is from Anaheim, California. He will tour the US, Canada and even London in a stage show as Michael.

‘The Trials of Michael Jackson’ will now premiere Monday, June 14th at 8 p.m. ET/PT on The Documentary Channel in the US.

Movie Director Darko Lungulov has written a scenario for a new film ‘Monument to Michael Jackson’ which is now finished.

New York’s 25th Annual Aids Walk takes place on May 16th. MJWN will be represented by Reva Thomas who is helping with the event.

After Lisa Marie Presley told Michael’s fans he loved sunflowers, Jason Levin delivered thousands to his tomb in Forest Lawn, CA.

Universal will release a double disc set CD of the great live Jackson 5 performances at the LA Forum in June 1970 and August 1972.

A photo of the last autograph Michael is thought to have signed has come to light, and is believed to be up for sale by Julien’s.

Napa High (CA) dancers presented a sparkling programme which was dedicated to Michael’s memory in a two hour show last weekend.

Austrian fans have composed a beautiful tribute song for the anniversary of Michael’s death. Want to take part in the video?

The Saroyan Theatre, Fresno, will host Laser Spectacular’s ‘The Spirit Of Michael Jackson’ light and dance show on June 24th.

The Apollo Theatre has held a ceremony to unveil the first plaques on the Walk Of Fame, including Michael and James Brown.

Artist Marc Quinn has included Michael in an exhibition of his work depicting images of people who have transformed their looks.

Conrad Murray wants to postpone the June 14th preliminary hearing, until his lawyers receive all prosecution evidence.

Do you want to join in a flashmob in Manchester City Centre on June 26th 2010? Get in touch with Barrie English, and find out how.

The fans petition has been successful – Captain Eo will open at Disney Parks all over the world after it’s comeback at Disneyland.