Forever a Jackson fan

Why you should see the Forever Jackson tribute show

From the infamous crotch grab introduced in Bad to the gravity defying lean in Smooth criminal to the slick glide of the moonwalk in Billie Jean; Robin Parsons in FOREVER JACKSON delivers a studied and perfected replication of all the iconic Michael Jackson moves.

Robin Parsons on stage at Joburg Theatre

Jackson impersonators around the world make it their life goal to keep the legend's legacy alive through tribute shows and this dedication to perfection, which requires a tremendous amount of time and hard work, is the reason I refuse to be hypercritical of their efforts. However, many of these shows fall short and are often lacking some element of detail, which keep them from being the ultimate tribute to the King of Pop; this is not the case with FOREVER JACKSON - meticulous attention to detail is what sets it apart from other tribute shows. 

What is impressive of Parsons’ performance is not only has he got the moves, but the voice to go with it too and at times during the show you may question whether it’s Parsons or the real MJ on vocals - you can be assured it's all Parsons all the time. Parsons’ dedication to perfecting his act was recognised in 2003 when he performed live at Michael Jackson’s 45^th birthday at the Orpheum Theatre in LA an honour, I am told, only a select few have experienced.

If, like me, you are forever a Jackson fan then you need to see FOREVER JACKSON - this is the closest you will ever get to a live MJ performance, hence it is understandably the No.1 UK Michael Jackson tribute show.

You can rock with FOREVER JACKSON at the Joburg Theatre until 19 June.

In 2007, Michael Jackson told an Ebony magazine writer "Music has been my outlet, my gift to all of the lovers in this world,” author Katherine E. Krohn wrote in her 2010 book, Michael Jackson: Ultimate Music Legend. “Through it … I know I will live forever.” - Quote

The ultimate Michael Jackson tribute show

 

Kenny Wizz as Michael Jackson

 

Michael Jackson’s trademark ‘woo-hoo’ pierces through the darkness of the theatre and the crowd erupts as the beat of Jackson’s 1983 hit Wanna Be Starting Something, kicks off the musical biography HIStory ll.

I’d seen pictures of MJ impersonator Kenny Wizz but was still a bit sceptical about how much he would resemble the King of Pop and if he would live up to the rave reviews. As the stage lights focussed on the star of the show my scepticism vanished, replaced by awe as the soft spoken Kenny Wizz, on stage in front of me, was Michael Jackson incarnate!

While he belted out the first few songs I wondered if it was him singing but as the show progressed it became quite obvious that he was actually singing (unlike some lip-synching, American anthem singing divas-recently in the news).

 

Slash in HIStory ll

 

Yeah he is one of many Michael Jackson impersonators but there was something so authentic about Wizz's portrayal- it left us totally captivated and there were times when, with just the right moves and in just the right light, it felt like Michael was right there with us at the Joburg Theatre.

 

From ABC, Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Thriller to Billie Jean and many more fan favourites the show delivered non-stop entertainment. HIStoryll will have you questioning reality and remind you why the musical genius that was Michael Jackson will never die.

The encore was magical, the crowd chanted out ‘Michael, Michael…’ and collectively cried out for, arguably Jackson’s greatest hit, Billie Jean.  

Through song, dance and with Wizz’s live band and talented dancers you will be transported to the era of Michael Jackson, an age as timeless as his music.

 

Getting to meet the man himself

RATED: Lookalike- 9/10, Dancing- 7.5/10, Singing- 6.5/10, Overall entertainment value- 10/10
 

Catch HIStory ll at the Joburg Theatre on until 10 February 2013.