04/18/2011

NEW NEWARK SHOWS ADDED

FOR MARCH 31 AND APRIL 1, 2012

Longtime Michael Jackson Collaborator Greg Phillinganes,
Top Musical Designer Kevin Antunes Joining Creative Team
Tickets Available Starting Monday, April 18

Newark, April 18, 2011 - Due to strong demand, two additional performances have been added to the Newark stop of Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour at the Prudential Center. The new performances are Satruday, March 31, 2012 at 8:00pm and Sunday, April 1, 2012 at 4:00pm, which are in addition to the previously announced performance on Friday, March 30, 2012.

Starting Monday, April 18, tickets will be available at www.Ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-800-745-3000. Tickets range from $50 to $250 each. Groups of 20 or more can get a 10% discount by calling 937-757-6629.

Cirque du Soleil also announced that Greg Phillinganes, one of Michael Jackson's key creative collaborators on some of his most memorable tours and albums, has joined the Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour creative team as music director, providing an unparalleled depth of knowledge of Michael's music and the live Michael Jackson experience. Phillinganes was music director for Michael's Bad and Dangerous tours and worked on such iconic albums as Off The Wall, Thriller, Bad, Dangerous, Invincible, and the latest release Michael.

Kevin Antunes, one of the industry's top musical designers, will join the creative team as musical designer and will also team with Phillinganes to work on the score for this landmark production. Antunes has worked directly for Madonna, Justin Timberlake and *NSYNC, and has performed with artists such as Janet Jackson, Timbaland, Britney Spears, Aerosmith, Mary J Blige, Alicia Keys, Taylor Swift, Snoop Dogg and Christina Aguilera, among others.
Written and directed by Jamie King, this once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production will combine Michael Jackson music and choreography with Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture.
A riveting fusion of visuals, dance, music and fantasy that immerses audiences in Michael's creative world and literally turns his signature moves upside down, Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour unfolds Michael Jackson's artistry before the eyes of the audience. Aimed at lifelong fans as well as those experiencing Michael's creative genius for the first time, the show captures the essence, soul and inspiration of the King of Pop, celebrating a legacy that continues to transcend generations.

THE IMMORTAL World Tour takes place in a fantastical realm where we discover Michael's inspirational Giving Tree—the wellspring of his creativity. The secrets of Michael's inner world are unlocked—his love of music and dance, fairy tale and magic, and the fragile beauty of nature.
The underpinnings are Michael Jackson's powerful, inspirational music and lyrics—the driving force behind the show—brought to life with extraordinary power and breathless intensity. Through unforgettable performances Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour underscores Michael's global messages of love, peace and unity.
For complete tour and ticket information, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/MichaelJackson.