Experience Michael Jackson’s legendary stage show in Ljubljana at Arena Stožice
2027 marks the 45th anniversary of Thriller and the 40th anniversary of Bad: the two albums that changed pop music forever are coming alive at Arena Stožice.
After the billion-dollar global success of the movie Michael, THIS IS MICHAEL is coming to Slovenia on April 16
40 years of Bad: Michael Jackson’s groundbreaking album and his first solo world tour come back to life in 2027 with original guitarist Jennifer Batten
More than 500,000 tickets sold worldwide: the international arena spectacle makes its debut in the region
Lenny Jay brings Michael Jackson’s legendary performances back to the stage in a production endorsed by the Jackson family itself
From Billie Jean and Thriller to Beat It and Smooth Criminal: Michael Jackson’s biggest hits will come alive at Arena Stožice
Thriller remains the best-selling album of all time
Ljubljana, April 16, 2027 – The international stage spectacle THIS IS MICHAEL, which has been thrilling audiences across Europe and Latin America and has already sold more than 500,000 tickets, arrives on April 16, 2027 in Ljubljana – Arena Stožice. The audience is in for an unforgettable journey through the music, the dance and the timeless legacy of one of the greatest entertainers in history.
Huge interest in Zagreb: THIS IS MICHAEL is already wowing audiences in Croatia – in just one month, almost 6,000 tickets were sold for the spectacle at Arena Zagreb! Now this globally successful music spectacle is coming to Ljubljana too.
Signature dance moves, a visual and musical spectacle: with THIS IS MICHAEL, Arena Stožice gets more than two hours of Michael Jackson’s greatest hits
THIS IS MICHAEL is a major international production combining live music, original choreography, spectacular stage design, authentic costumes and cutting-edge visual effects. Over a show lasting more than two hours, the audience will hear more than twenty of Michael Jackson’s biggest hits, including Thriller, Billie Jean, Beat It, Smooth Criminal, Black or White, Man in the Mirror and plenty more.
THIS IS MICHAEL is performed entirely live. Every vocal, every guitar solo and every musical arrangement is played on stage by a full band, creating a genuine concert experience and recreating the sound and energy of Michael Jackson’s legendary shows.
The production features more than ten musicians, dancers and other performers, with every musical element played live, all of it backed by more than ten costume changes. So far, THIS IS MICHAEL has played in more than 25 cities in 15 countries, packing big arenas, theaters and festival venues across Europe and Latin America.
From the Bad tour to Arena Stožice: original guitarist Jennifer Batten joins THIS IS MICHAEL in 2027
One of the most respected guitarists in contemporary music, Jennifer Batten, who spent almost a decade playing alongside Michael Jackson on his legendary Bad, Dangerous and HIStory world tours, is coming to Croatia as part of the internationally acclaimed production THIS IS MICHAEL.
Her performance gives our audience a rare chance to see a musician who stood side by side with the King of Pop during the most iconic era of his live career.
Jennifer Batten is considered one of the most influential rock guitarists of her generation. Between 1987 and 1997 she traveled the world with Michael Jackson, playing to millions of fans on every continent. Beyond her work with Jackson, she has built a remarkable international career, recording and performing with some of the biggest names in music, among them Jeff Beck, with whom she went through three world tours.
Her outstanding technique, distinctive playing style and commanding stage presence have earned her a place among the most respected guitarists in the world. Guitar Player magazine named her one of the most influential guitarists.
The lead role belongs to Lenny Jay, considered one of the most convincing performers of Michael Jackson’s music and stage show, whose remarkable authenticity has been recognized and praised even by members of the Jackson family. Thanks to a striking physical resemblance, exceptional vocal chops and an electric stage presence, he wows audiences all over the world and is regarded as one of the best performers keeping the artistic legacy of the King of Pop alive today.
The production gets an extra dose of authenticity from its ties to the original musicians from Jackson’s tours. Alongside Jennifer Batten, bassist Don Boyette, who also played with Jackson, appears at selected shows. More special guests for the Slovenian concert will be announced later.
Michael Jackson is making headlines around the world again
THIS IS MICHAEL is landing in Slovenia at just the right moment. After the massive worldwide success of the biopic Michael, interest in the life, music and legacy of the King of Pop has reached new heights.
The movie became the first biopic in history to gross more than a billion US dollars at the global box office, setting new records and becoming the highest-grossing music biopic and the highest-grossing biopic of all time.
The movie brought Jackson’s story to a new generation while reigniting the passion of millions of longtime fans around the world. Against that backdrop, THIS IS MICHAEL gives audiences the chance to experience his greatest hits and legendary stage performances in a spectacular live production.
More than twenty iconic songs and a full live band: THIS IS MICHAEL recreates the energy of Michael Jackson’s legendary concerts
Almost two decades after his death, Michael Jackson remains one of the most influential figures in music history. His catalog has passed 10 billion streams on Spotify, his official channels have more than 100 million followers, and more than 500,000 physical albums are still sold every year.
His impact on music, dance, fashion and pop culture remains unmatched.
After acclaimed shows at some of the most prestigious venues in the world – from Madrid and Barcelona to Buenos Aires, Santiago, Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara – THIS IS MICHAEL is now coming to Slovenia for the very first time.
For the generations who grew up with Michael Jackson, as well as for younger fans who are only just discovering his music – on April 16, 2027, the magic of the King of Pop will come alive again at Arena Stožice.
The event is suitable for audiences of all ages, including families with small children.
Check out the promo video.
Early bird tickets go on sale Thursday, October 22, at 10:00 a.m. on Eventim.si.
Early bird tickets will only be available for the first 48 hours of the presale.
