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Michael James Scott has played the Genie in Disney’s Aladdin internationally including Broadway, London, the North American Tour and Australia (where he originated the role and won the Helpmann Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical). He can be seen in the new Showtime TV series “Black Monday.”
He originated the role of The Minstrel on Broadway in Something Rotten as well as Dr. Gotswana (aka The Guy with the Maggot Problem) in the Tony-winning smash hit, The Book of Mormon. Other Broadway credits include Mamma Mia, Tarzan, All Shook Up, The Pirate Queen, Elf, and Hair. He was the standby for the legendary Ben Vereen in the international tour of Fosse, taking over the role in Paris at the renown Théâtre du Châtelet. On the West End, he was the associate choreographer for the Broadway revival transfer of Hair.
Off-Broadway, he co-starred in Here’s to the Public opposite Donna McKechnie and was also part of the concert cast of Jerry Springer The Opera at Carnegie Hall. Outside NYC, he was a part of original Las Vegas company of Jersey Boys and played the Donkey in Shrek The Musical at the famous St. Louis Muny. Regional credits include Aida, Ragtime, South Pacific, Cinderella and Little Shop of Horrors.
His numerous television and film appearances include “The Carrie Diaries” (The CW), Independent Woman (Feature Film), “The View” (ABC), “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon” (NBC), “The Late Show with Conan O’Brien” (NBC), “Good Morning America” (ABC), “The Today Show” (NBC), “The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade” (CBS), and “The TONY Awards” (CBS).
He was a member of the critically acclaimed singing group The Broadway Boys and Grammy-nominated and Tony-winning Broadway Inspirational Voices. He can be heard on many original Broadway cast albums, multiple studio recordings, and the Broadway Boy's debut album “Lullaby of Broadway.”

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Michael James Scott STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Ensemble [Replacement]

Minstrel

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Genie [Replacement]

Genie [Replacement]

Babkak (Standby)

Genie (Standby)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Doctor

Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Ensemble

Macy's Manager (Understudy)

[West End]
London Revival, 2010
Member of the Tribe

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Performer (Swing)

Margaret Mead (Understudy)

Hud (Understudy)

[Las Vegas]
Las Vegas Production, 2008
Barry Belson (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Ensemble

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
St. Louis MUNY Production, 2006
Mereb

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Performer (Swing) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Eddie [Replacement]



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Michael James Scott, Talia Suskauer & More to Join Arts For Autism Benefit


Arts for Autism, the annual Broadway benefit, will take the stage at the New Amsterdam Theatre in New York City in June. See who is taking part and learn more about the event.

Adi Roy Will Take Over the Title Role in ALADDIN This Summer


Broadway's ALADDIN is set to welcome Adi Roy in the title role starting June 4. Catch the magical performance as the new Aladdin brings a fresh take to the beloved character.

Michael James Scott visita ALADDIN en Madrid


ALADDÍN ha celebrado su primer año en Madrid al mismo tiempo que la producción de Broadway cumple una década en la gran manzana, y qué mejor manera de aunar ambos eventos que con la visita a la versión española de Michael James Scott, quien en la actualidad interpreta al Genio en el New Amsterdam Theatre de Nueva York.

Dr. Phillips Center Honors High School Musical Theater With 10th Annual Applause Awards


Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has announced the ticket on-sale date of the 2024 Applause Awards, taking place on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at Walt Disney Theater.

Photos/Video: ALADDIN Celebrates 10 Years on Broadway


The Broadway production of Aladdin celebrated its 10th anniversary at the New Amsterdam Theatre on March 20, 2024. Check out photos and video footage from the big night here!

Celebrate 10 Years of ALADDIN on Broadway


It's been a shining, shimmering, splendid run for Aladdin, Jasmine, Genie and the whole crew from Agrabah as Disney's hit musical adventure celebrates ten years on Broadway. Recap the show's decade on Broadway here.

Interview: Josh Strickland on Swinging Back into TARZAN: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL at The Black Box


When Josh Strickland takes the stage in the current Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) production of “Tarzan: The Broadway Musical,” he is in his familiar place in the center spotlight, playing the show’s title role which he originated on Broadway.

ALADDIN To Celebrate 10 Years On Broadway With A Special Performance In March!


Disney's hit musical adventure Aladdin will celebrate ten years on Broadway with a very special performance on March 28.

Video: ALADDIN's Michael James Scott Kicks Off Black History Month at Disney World


Earlier this week, Broadway star and Orlando native Michael James Scott kicked off Walt Disney World Resort’s Black History Month celebration as the grand marshal in a magical parade at Magic Kingdom Park. Check out video highlights here!

ICYMI: Watch the Next On Stage Finale


Just last week, the six finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage hit the stage at 54 Below to sing one last time in the season finale! Watch the full episode here!

AMDA Announces Additional Scholarships for Next On Stage Finalists


After performing and receiving feedback from the judges, Jeffery Walker III and Colin O'Connor were crowned the winners of Next On Stage. AMDA, the lead sponsor of the competition, has since shared a very exciting update on the outcome...

Photos: Go Inside the Next On Stage Finale at 54 Below


After months of hard work, the six finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage, sponsored by AMDA, hit the stage on Sunday for the live finale at 54 Below. Check out photos from inside the big day!

Video: Watch the Next On Stage Finale


Today's the day! After months of hard work, the six finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage will hit the stage in New York City for the our live finale at 54 Below. Watch the video here!

Jessica Vosk, Tracie Thoms, and More Will Lead Industry Reading of inhale-EXHALE


Rodney Hicks' latest play, inhale-EXHALE, will receive an NYC-invited industry reading presentation on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at 4:30 pm.  Learn more about the play here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 27th, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 27, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Watch ALADDIN Perform 'Friend Like Me' on Disney's Christmas Day Parade


The Broadway and national tour casts of Aladdin came together to perform 'Friend Like Me' during Disney's Christmas Day Parade. Michael James Scott, who plays the Genie on Broadway, led the performance, joined by Adi Roy, who plays the title role in the national tour. Watch the video now!

Find Out Who Makes the Next On Stage Top 3


Who will make the Top 3? Tonight's the night we find out! Tune in today, Friday, December 22, to watch as the Top 3 performers are annouced for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage. Who will the judges save? You'll have to watch to find out!

Photos: ALADDIN, Ariana DeBose & More Perform at Disney's Christmas Day Parade


Check out photos from Disney's Christmas Day Parade, including the Broadway and North American Tour Cast of Disney’s “Aladdin” performing “Friend Like Me,” with Michael James Scott as the Genie and Adi Roy as Aladdin. Ariana DeBose will be performing 'This Wish' from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Wish.”

Voting Now Open to Pick the Next On Stage Top 3!


This season's prizes include a trip to New York City for all finalists.

Michael James Scott FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Michael James Scott been in?

Michael James Scott has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.

How many West End shows has Michael James Scott been in?

Michael James Scott has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Michael James Scott's first West End show?

Michael James Scott's first West End show was Hair which opened in 2010

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