Jackson's IMMORTAL tour to thrill Chinese fans
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The production is woven together by more than 35 of Michael's songs including classics such as Beat It, Billie Jean, and Earth Song, alongside popular hits from the Jackson 5 era. The musical component of the show was fashioned by Musical Designer Kevin Antunes and Musical Director Greg Phillinganes, who worked with Michael for over 25 years.
Using mash-ups, remixes and new arrangements, The IMMORTAL World Tour brings a breathtaking array of material to the stage, incorporating elements from his many artistic periods. The result is a complete soundscape, assembled from hours of recordings and unreleased material. The audience will hear Michael's fingers click and his feet stamp, creating an engaging and intimate experience.
Michael's beautiful, rich voice dominates the mix, and soars over the playing of a live band. The stellar on-stage band includes Jonathan "Sugarfoot" Moffett, who played drums for Michael for 30 years, as well as a host of musicians that enjoyed a close, personal relationship with the star.
"It starts with the music," says Director Jamie King. "Michael's voice is what drives the show. I have the opportunity to carry on Michael's legacy, to take all that energy – all that he was and was going to be – and build it into this production. Our goal is not to simply cover Michael, but to take his music to a whole new level. "
In paying tribute to Michael's legacy, Jamie King has also utilized dance choreography, video projections, and creative storylines that evoke his phenomenal music and peerless stagecraft. Video projections integrate footage of Michael's on-stage performances, making his presence an almost-palpable part of the show. The set and costumes are masterpieces of conceptual design, bringing together iconic styles and objects from Michael's life, immersing the audience completely in his remarkable story.
"Michael Jackson is an artist that left an indelible mark on the history of pop music," said Adam Wilkes, Senior Vice President of AEG Live Asia. "Just years after his passing, fans in Shanghai will have their best ever opportunity to experience the magic of seeing Michael on stage. This multi-media spectacular embodies the spirit of his music, and celebrates his legacy for his Chinese fans. No performance of this type has ever before been seen on a Shanghai stage, and no show will ever come as close to recreating the golden age of the undisputed King of Pop."
Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour presented by Budweiser
August 15 to 18, 5 shows
Mercedes-Benz Arena
Price: 280/480/680/880/1280 (VIP)
Ticket Order: 400-610-3721, Piao.com.cn
English: 021-5150-9199, SmartShanghai.com
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