Returning home today, six talented dancers from Hip Hop Pop had the incredible opportunity to tour Finland with the internationally acclaimed Forever Jackson production, thanks to our longstanding collaboration with Robin Parsons of Forever Jackson, and our new collaboration with Prestige Productions. Performing in seven stunning theatres across the country, this tour marked yet another milestone in our nearly 16-year partnership with Forever Jackson.
A Whirlwind Tour of Finland
Cheryl, Alisha, Laura, Sarah, Jaz, and Jade, the six Hip Hop Pop dancers, flew out to Finland on January 14th, ready to bring their energy and talent to the stages. Over the course of the week, they performed to sell-out crowds in iconic venues like Madetojan Sali in Oulu, Kulttuuritalo in Helsinki, and Sibeliustalo in Lahti, some of which boast capacities of up to 1,700 seats. From Jyväskylä’s Paviljonki to Tampere’s Tamperetalo, the team captivated audiences in every corner of Finland.
Each venue was met with electrifying performances to hit tracks, celebrating the legacy of Michael Jackson in true Forever Jackson style. Songs like Billie Jean, Thriller, Smooth Criminal, and Black or White kept fans on their feet and brought the King of Pop’s magic to life.
A Unified Team Led by Kayleigh
Hip Hop Pop dancer and backing vocalist Kayleigh stepped into the role of dance captain for this tour, and she was an excellent team leader. From organising and warming up the team to ensuring the choreography was delivered flawlessly. Her meticulous approach to blocking and cleaning moves ensured that the team delivered precision and passion on stage every night.
A Well-Coordinated Effort
Behind the scenes, our Director, Jen, has worked as the show’s choreographer since it's beginnings, crafting routines that complement Forever Jackson’s high-energy performances and MJ's iconic moves. Meanwhile, co-director Victoria looks after the logistical challenge of coordinating the dancers’ schedules and travel, her hard work ensures the team can focus entirely on their performances.
The Finland crew deserve a huge thank you for their hospitality! From day one, they made the dancers feel at home, also providing a dedicated bus to transport the team from city to city and ensuring everything ran smoothly.
Celebrating 16 Years of Collaboration
This tour is a testament to the strength of the relationship between Hip Hop Pop and Forever Jackson. Over the past 16 years, this partnership has seen the team perform up to 100 shows annually across the UK and internationally, and now, on even more global stages. Robin, producer and MJ artist for Forever Jackson has consistently trusted Hip Hop Pop and our dancers to represent the production, and we’re thrilled to see the future continue to shine bright with more international tours booked.
Congratulations to Our Team
We’re incredibly proud of Cheryl, Alisha, Laura, Sarah, Jaz, Jade, and Kayleigh for their outstanding performances and hard work in Finland. They represented Hip Hop Pop, Forever Jackson, and themselves with professionalism and passion, bringing joy to thousands of fans across the country. This experience highlights the hard work and dedication of all 17 dancers who form the Forever Jackson performance team.
Here’s to many more years of collaboration, success, and incredible performances. Thank you, Finland, for an unforgettable week, and thank you to Robin and Prestige Productions for helping us bring our dancers to the world stage!
"Thank you to the team at FJ, HHP and PP for having me onboard. A favoured experience of mine was when we saw and walked on a frozen lake. Was beautiful to experience something new together and to top it off, it was for us all our first time in Finland which made it even more special. All the love" - @Kaydettz - Dance Cpt. & BV
"The experience from start to finish has just been incredible! We've been treated like absolute superstars, being fed all the time, the Finland team have been great! The experience in general has been absolutely amazing, and I can't wait to do it all again next year!" Cheryl - Dancer
"My experience in Finland with the FJ team has been incredible! Felt so lucky to get to tour a country I’ve never been to before and perform in so many beautiful venues. Enjoyed every second!" Sarah - Dancer
FOREVER JACKSON RETURNS TO OUR HOME TOWN AT
THE HARLOW PLAYHOUSE ON THE 20TH OF JUNE
BIGGER & BETTER THAN EVER!
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