Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson is coming to Belfast & Derry

Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic.

Michael Starring Ben- The Magic Of Michael Jackson has just announced a string of dates across Ireland in September 2026.

📍Wednesday 09 September: Waterfront Hall, Belfast

📍Thursday 10 September: Derry, Millennium Forum

Michael Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman.

Not only does he look and sound like the King of Pop, but he's honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe they are watching Michael Jackson himself.

The show features a live band, dazzling costumes and the performer's iconic dance routines. It also showcases the greatest hits of Michael Jackson and also of The Jackson 5 including Beat It, Billie Jean, Thriller and Man in the Mirror.

Please note that this is a tribute production not associated with or endorsed by the Michael Jackson Estate.

How to get tickets:

Tickets on sale Friday 28th November at 10am

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