Ayana Jackson
Biography
Ayana is excited to be making her Broadway Debut in MJ. An accomplished Singer/Songwriter, Ayana has performed alongside names such as John Legend, Jazmine Sullivan, Chaka Khan, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, Kelly Rowland, Kirk Franklin, and CeCe Winan, to name a few. Ayana recently went viral on social media with her riveting rendition of the Chaka Khan classic “Through The Fire”, as well as a heart-wrenching performance of J. Cole’s “Be Free”.
Credits
MJ The Musical
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Austin Rankin
Currently in: MJ
Austin is a Las Vegas native and devout Christian who reverences God and loves his family/friends. Prior to making his Little Michael Broadway debut, Austin was the worship leader at Bondage Free Worship Center & cast member of Broadway in the H.O.O.D. (Helping Others Open Doors). He thanks his parents, Anthony and Evelyn, for loving and supporting him unconditionally.
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DeAundre’ Woods
Currently in: MJ
DeAundre’ Woods (Standby MJ, Michael) is so excited to be making his Broadway debut in MJ! Thank you to my family, friends & agents at Gray Talent for your continued support. To God be the glory! IG: dre_woods Other credits include: Alexander Hamilton (And Peggy National Tour), Aaron Burr (Asian International Tour).
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Chantelle Good
Currently in: MJ
Broadway debut! Off-Broadway: Sleep No More, Freddie Falls in Love. Regional: ALIEN/NATION (WTF). Film: Dicks: The Musical (A24). Commercial: JLo, Snoop Dogg, H.E.R., Rothy’s. BFA Dance, MMC. Love and gratitude to my family, friends, Bloc NYC, and the entire MJ team!
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Gabriel Ruiz
Currently in: MJ
Broadway debut. New York: Blood and Gifts (Lincoln Center). Chicago: Steppenwolf, Goodman, Chicago Shakespeare, Writers’ Theatre, Court Theatre, Northlight Theatre, and more. Film/TV: Christmas Again (Disney), “Chicago Fire,” “Chicago PD” (NBC), “Boss” (Starz). Thanks to the whole MJ family for inviting me to the ride of my life!
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Nyla Sostre
Currently in: MJ
NYLA SOSTRE (Standby Rachel and Katherine) is thrilled to be back on Broadway in a beautiful homage to Michael Jackson. A proud Brooklyn native, Nyla discovered her passion for performing while busking on the MTA platforms of NYC. She holds a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from The City University of New York. Her recent credits include Shucked (Ensemble, Lulu u/s, Broadway), Rent (Mimi Marquez, Portland Center Stage), and Hamilton (Peggy Schuyler, National Tour). Nyla extends her deepest gratitude to her mom, Diana Sostre, for her unwavering support.
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Apollo Levine
Currently in: MJ
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.
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