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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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Interview: Steve H. Broadnax III & Rashad McPherson Are Getting Ready for Another Juneteenth in Times Square

BroadwayWorld checked in with Director and Writer Steve H. Broadnax III and Music Director Rashad McPherson to get the scoop on what's to come for this fourth annual event!
ALADDIN To Welcome Adi Roy In Title Role On Broadway Beginning Tonight

Aladdin on Broadway will welcome Adi Roy in the title role beginning tonight, Tuesday, June 4, 2024. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Cast Members and Writers to Join Annual ARTS FOR AUTISM Concert

Join cast members and writers from HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO at the annual Arts for Autism concert on June 17, 2024, at New Amsterdam Theatre, supporting autistic individuals and their families.
Video: Watch the ALADDIN on Broadway Anniversary Celebration

Watch the Aladdin on Broadway 10th Anniversary Celebration concert, featuring Michael James Scott, Mandy Gonzalez, and more in the video here!
Video: Go Behind the Scenes with the Cast of the ALADDIN 10th Anniversary Concert

The cast of the Aladdin 10th Anniversary Disney on Broadway Concert enjoys some games behind the scenes in the video here!
Video: Mandy Gonzalez Sings 'Prince Ali' at the ALADDIN on Broadway Concert Celebration

An all new clip has been released from the upcoming Aladdin on Broadway Concert Celebration, featuring Mandy Gonzalez performing 'Prince Ali'.
Video: Disney on Broadway Stars Perform Multi-Language Medley

In a segment on this morning's show, Good Morning America celebrated 30 years of Disney on Broadway. As part of the segment, stars from Disney's Broadway productions around the world sang a multi-language medley of songs from Disney’s international companies of Aladdin, Beauty and The Beast, Frozen, Hercules, and The Lion King, ending with a magical finale from the Broadway cast of Aladdin in “GMA”’s studios, live. Watch the performance!  
Video: Michael James Scott Visits Global Disney on Broadway Productions on GOOD MORNING AMERICA

In a segment on this morning's show, Good Morning America celebrated 30 years of Disney on Broadway. Check out the video here!
Fourth Annual Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth Concert to Return This Summer

The Broadway League’s Black to Broadway initiative will present the return of Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth. Learn more about the performances!
GOOD MORNING AMERICA to Celebrate 30 Years of Disney on Broadway

Tune into Good Morning America next week to take part in a celebration of 30 years of Disney on Broadway. On Thursday, May 16, the ABC morning show will celebrate the milestone of Disney's long history of shows on Broadway, beginning in 1994 with Beauty and the Beast. Since that time, several Disney shows have played the Great White Way including The Lion King, Mary Poppins, and now Aladdin. The program will air 7:00-9:00 a.m. EDT on ABC.
INTERVIEW: Marcus M. Martin on Letting the Genie Out of the Lamp for ALADDIN's Final Stop in Costa Mesa

BroadwayWorld talks with Marcus M. Martin about what it's like playing 'Genie' eight shows a week in Aladdin, how he got here (including running on a treadmill while singing 'Friend Like Me' to get in shape for the part), and what's next for the new touring Broadway star. 
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!

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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