MATTE MARTINEZ is a multi-talented artist, known for singing, dancing, and acting. He’s making his BROADWAY DEBUT here at MJ the Musical and couldn’t be more excited! Matte started performing on tour all across the country at age 10 with the world famous kids group Kidz Bop. He co-wrote a song for “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” Season 4 and is currently creating and starring in a new musical he created the story and music for with his writing partner. He’s also appeared on TV shows such as “The Good Doctor” and “Saturdays” on Disney Channel.
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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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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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Thrilled to be a part of the MJ family. Broadway: The Book of Mormon.National Tours: The Book of Mormon, Mamma Mia. Film/Television: Clifford the Big Red Dog, “The Equalizer,” “The Blacklist,” “The Americans.” Love to Darren and Gretta.
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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”.
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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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Dasia is making her Broadway debut! A current Dance major and MT minor at UNCG. Endless gratitude to God, my family, and my agency Daniel Hoff Agency!
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