NaughtyKitty said:

interestingly,I heard that Madonna is planning to adopt again,too

Swa said:

I know a fan who's friend had a tryout for the show. I wanna know the stage setup, the costumes....the structure of the show. Stuff like that interests me I kinda want to know how's gonna be done. I don't think some of the stuff like the 100 lookalikes and stuff is gonna make it because if you've read the articles that were leading up to the Bad Tour and Dangerous Tour along with the HIStory shows, it was alot of speculation then alot of the stuff reported....wasn't there

SoulAlive said:

They're gonna adopt and raise them to be in a band

2009 "Summer Of Icons": Madonna and Michael Jackson On Tour!

bboy87 said:

here ya go


ACT 1---
Video intro: "Unbreakable" (instrumental version plays for a few minutes as MJ makes his grand entrance)
Rock With You
Off The Wall
In The Closet
Stranger In Moscow


ACT 2---
Video: "Leave Me Alone 2009" (a brand new video for this song,with amazing images)
Wanna Be Startin' Something
Another Part Of Me
Don't Stop Til You Get Enough
You Are Not Alone
Butterflies


ACT 3---ACOUSTIC
Video: Jackson Five medley featuring classic video footage
Human Nature
Whatever Happens
Heartbreak Hotel
Dirty Diana
I Can't Help It
Man In The Mirror

ACT 4
Video interlude: "Thriller/Ghosts" (footage from both videos)
Bad/Beat It
Remember The Time
You Rock My World
Billie Jean

SoulAlive said:

keep the dream alive

Swa said:

I'd like your feedback on this setlist Is it a yay or nay?

ACT 1---
Video intro: "Unbreakable" (instrumental version plays for a few minutes as MJ makes his grand entrance)
Rock With You
Off The Wall
In The Closet
Stranger In Moscow


ACT 2---
Video: "Leave Me Alone 2009" (a brand new video for this song,with amazing images)
Wanna Be Startin' Something
Another Part Of Me
Don't Stop Til You Get Enough
You Are Not Alone
Butterflies


ACT 3---ACOUSTIC
Video: Jackson Five medley featuring classic video footage
Human Nature
Whatever Happens
Heartbreak Hotel
Dirty Diana
I Can't Help It
Man In The Mirror

ACT 4
Video interlude: "Thriller/Ghosts" (footage from both videos)
Bad/Beat It
Remember The Time
You Rock My World
Billie Jean[/quote]


If you look at the setlist,you will see what I was trying to do.Let's face it,we all know that Michael is not the performer he was 20 years ago.So I made an "easy" setlist.He sings three songs in Act 1,then slows it down for "Stranger In Moscow".In Act 2,he will sing three uptempo songs then slow things down for "You Are Not Alone" and "Butterflies".Act 3 is entirely acoustic,so he will be siting down on a stool throughout most of it.And most of it consists of slow songs."Heartbreak Hotel" is as fast as it gets during this segment,so no need for any heavy dance moves.I saved the "hard part" for Act 4.This segment contains the monster hits ("Beat It","Billie Jean") and will therefore require the big choregraphy.It's okay,though,because he would have saved up alot of his energy for this part.I also used video footage to carry some of the weight (including a new video for "Leave Me Alone"),so some songs will still be heard without him having to do a thing.The thing is,he needs to concentrate on the vocals and let the dancers and the videos carry much of the weight.He can get through these 50 dates if he doesn't wear himself out,trying to dance like he did in 1984.Do you really wanna see him out of breath by the third number?

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[Edited 3/24/09 6:40am]

seeingvoices12 said:

I remember that story That woman was crazy!

Michael Jackson to go by boat to 02 concerts


Exclusive by Tom Bryant 24/03/2009


Michael Jackson will be taken to his shows at the O2 Arena by boat after he told organisers he is scared of helicopters and of being stuck in traffic.

Bosses at AEG Live - who are promoting the 50 dates - planned to keep Jacko in the countryside to stop a media circus.

But Jackson, 50, said he hated helicopters and had a fear of being driven "in public places". They've now employed a river boat company to transport him to and from the 02 Arena, in London's Greenwich, and are looking at properties in Central London.

A source said: "He loves the idea of turning up by boat - he thinks it's much more glamorous and very James Bond."

The pop legend is said to be "ecstatic" about the way his comeback is being received. The This Is It shows start on July 8.

http://www.mirror.co.uk/c...-21223747/



Michael Jackson Invites Harry Potter Stars To O2’s Opening Night

Harry Potter films have Michael Jackson for an ardent fan that the pop king has invited the Potter stars to be his guests at the opening night of his Live 8 gig.

On screen Harry Potter, Daniel Radcliffe, 19, Emma Watson, 18, and Rupert Grint, 20, have not only been specially invited to the show, but also can gain entry to the backstage at the O2 on July 8.

The Sun had a source as saying "Michael is a huge fan of the Harry Potter books and films. He was utterly enchanted by the magic of JK Rowling's novels. The tales of Harry and his pals in the books gripped him, he has followed them all religiously. He is a big admirer of the films too, he owns all the movies and he has bought memorabilia for his collection. He has also shown an interest in going to the premiere for the final instalment of the Potter films”

The pop entertainer is believed to be one among the very few to own a prized first edition of 'Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone,' Rowling's debut novel worth up to a whopping amount of 10,000 pounds.

http://living.oneindia.in...40309.html


Chris Martin can't get Michael Jackson tickets


By 3am 24/03/2009


Despite playing 50 London gigs, tickets for Michael Jackson are like goldust... just ask Chris Martin.

The Coldplay star, who is a massive Wacko fan, moaned: "I was looking at it on the internet and thought, 'I'd better buy some for myself' and I couldn't. They were totally sold out.

"To sell out like that is a testament to talent. It is just amazing to sell out 50 shows in one city in a big arena. It's the biggest comeback since Lazarus. It's good news - but not for me."

Maybe you could be the support act Chris?

http://www.mirror.co.uk/c...-21223449/

the fact that I won't be able to get tickets if he does stop in the U.S. for shows-because of sheer demand- just really hit me today.

Evvy said:

I was thinking the same thing, even if he does plan to do some shows in the USA, I think it would definitely be another record sell-out but that the American fans might have to put up a fight with the fans from overseas who either didnt get to see him in London or who did but want to see him again

NaughtyKitty said:

I'll be ready

bboy87 said:

I will come and take your ticket

[Edited 3/24/09 9:31am]

seeingvoices12 said:

let's mud wrestle for it.....

Evvy said:

Has ayone gotten their tix in the mail yet?

seeingvoices12 said:

Thibaut said:

no that i know off though i wouldnt be surprised if they dont turn up till nearer the time of the concerts

If Michael Jackson tours America, I will be there.

bboy87 said:

Not at you bboy

SoulAlive said:

If you look at the setlist,you will see what I was trying to do.Let's face it,we all know that Michael is not the performer he was 20 years ago.So I made an "easy" setlist.He sings three songs in Act 1,then slows it down for "Stranger In Moscow".In Act 2,he will sing three uptempo songs then slow things down for "You Are Not Alone" and "Butterflies".Act 3 is entirely acoustic,so he will be siting down on a stool throughout most of it.And most of it consists of slow songs."Heartbreak Hotel" is as fast as it gets during this segment,so no need for any heavy dance moves.I saved the "hard part" for Act 4.This segment contains the monster hits ("Beat It","Billie Jean") and will therefore require the big choregraphy.It's okay,though,because he would have saved up alot of his energy for this part.I also used video footage to carry some of the weight (including a new video for "Leave Me Alone"),so some songs will still be heard without him having to do a thing.The thing is,he needs to concentrate on the vocals and let the dancers and the videos carry much of the weight.He can get through these 50 dates if he doesn't wear himself out,trying to dance like he did in 1984.Do you really wanna see him out of breath by the third number?

.
[Edited 3/24/09 6:40am]
[/quote]

I think the approach is cool - and yes the emphasise should be on live vocals. And I see how you have built up the show to hit hard on the fourth set. Your post has inspired a few ideas so I will have to get back to you on that front, but I think its a great collection of songs.

Swa

SoulAlive said:

If you look at the setlist,you will see what I was trying to do.Let's face it,we all know that Michael is not the performer he was 20 years ago.So I made an "easy" setlist.He sings three songs in Act 1,then slows it down for "Stranger In Moscow".In Act 2,he will sing three uptempo songs then slow things down for "You Are Not Alone" and "Butterflies".Act 3 is entirely acoustic,so he will be siting down on a stool throughout most of it.And most of it consists of slow songs."Heartbreak Hotel" is as fast as it gets during this segment,so no need for any heavy dance moves.I saved the "hard part" for Act 4.This segment contains the monster hits ("Beat It","Billie Jean") and will therefore require the big choregraphy.It's okay,though,because he would have saved up alot of his energy for this part.I also used video footage to carry some of the weight (including a new video for "Leave Me Alone"),so some songs will still be heard without him having to do a thing.The thing is,he needs to concentrate on the vocals and let the dancers and the videos carry much of the weight.He can get through these 50 dates if he doesn't wear himself out,trying to dance like he did in 1984.Do you really wanna see him out of breath by the third number?

.
[Edited 3/24/09 6:40am]
[/quote]

I would add Monkey Business, Fall Again, Don't Walk Away and instead of Man In The Mirror, put Keep The Faith in its place

Oh! and the slow version of PYT

"Don't Walk Away"? That song is boring

and I don't think "P.Y.T." would be appropriate.Some dumb critics would make jokes about it

PETA Criticise Michael Jackson Over 'Elephant Plans'
At comeback shows...
by Jason Gregory
Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Animal rights group PETA have expressed concern over reports Michael Jackson is planning to use live animals at his comeback gigs in London.

A report in today's Daily Mirror newspaper claimed the singer had asked organisers if he could ride onto stage on the back of an African Elephant at the O2 Arena gigs.

The animal would form part of an elaborate jungle section, which also includes a panther, three monkeys and a 100 Masai warriors, the newspaper claimed.

In a statement to Gigwise, a spokesperson for the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) condemned Jackson's reported plans.

"Michael Jackson gave away his chimpanzee, and left giraffes, elephants and other animals in appalling, cramped conditions when he vacated the Neverland Ranch,” they told Gigwise.

“These exotic animals belong in Africa, not the O2 Arena among screaming fans, bright lights and stage explosions.

“These wild animals are deprived of everything that is natural and important to them when they are forced to perform under stressful conditions.
"Michael needs to learn to leave exotic animals alone."

According to the newspaper, organisers have expressed concern that Jackson's plans could break animal welfare laws.

Jackson's 50 shows at the O2 Arena, which begin on July 8th, have already sold out.

The singer will perform to over a million people during his London residency, which will run into 2010.

Jackson, now 50, has not performed a full concert since he was cleared of child molestation charges in 2005. His last full tour, entitled HIStory, took place in 1996 and '97.

http://www.gigwise.com/ne...hant-Plans

So he's supposedly arriving by boat, wants to ride an elephant up on the stage, supposedly wants to adopt another baby from England and is threatening the auction house that's handling the auction of his stuff with "bloodshed" if they continue on with the auction July is about 3 months away but already alot of drama is happening Are these nothing but rumors made up by the evil, MJ-hating media, lol, or are all these stories calculated PR stunts?
[Edited 3/25/09 10:08am]

NaughtyKitty said:

Like I said, who knows?

Timmy84 said:

I bet Mikey knows ...or Dr. Thome Thome


According to this article Mike told his associates to make contact with a British adoption agency...





[Edited 3/25/09 10:17am]

NaughtyKitty said:

if a PR company made any of that up, they certainly wouldn't be working for MJ unless he's completely flipped his lid, as who on earth would think of linking michael jackson up with kids as a positive thing? adoption stories, the kids from harry potter and a bunch of monkeys on stage? there was another sighting of him coming out a plastic surgery specialist with blue plastic bags over the heads of his kids. imagine how fucked up those kids are going to turn out

AEG haven't even sold all the fucking tickets, you wouldn't believe how many they've kept back, it makes the prince ticket fiasco seem like an example of good practice by comparison

what happened to turning up onstage, singing the songs people want to hear, and persuading folks to buy tickets because the show it actually good? if people want to see a circus they can see britney spears instead

NaughtyKitty said:[quote]

Timmy84 said:

The funniest shit I ever heard.

NaughtyKitty said:

PETA stfu! You need to learn that just because you read it in a magazine or see it on a TV screen don't makes it factual! This story is bs! When do people finally stop falling for that crap??