MATT WALSH

Description

What began as a reluctant dare at a school dance has become a decade-long journey across America’s stages. Today, Matt Walsh’s Michael Jackson Tribute Show stands as a national touring production, commanding more than 200 performances annually across 80+ U.S. cities. From Seattle to Dallas, Denver to Myrtle Beach, Atlantic City to Reno, Las Vegas to New York, each stop affirms the show’s reputation as a headline spectacle.
Our flagship Michael Jackson Tribute Show delivers a full-production stage experience featuring:
• The Smooth Criminal Anti-Gravity Lean Stunt
• Fog / Lightin ... g / Sound
• VIP Experience & More
Commissioned by Fortune 500 companies and high-profile clients, the production has been showcased at premier venues including the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, Palms Casino and Durango Resort in Las Vegas, and the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Florida.
Produced by The Matt Walsh Company. Touring Nationwide. Read More

Set-List

SAMPLE SETLIST (Full Group, 60min):
• Beat It/Thriller
• Billie Jean
• Rock With You
• I Want You Back/The Love You Save
• This Place Hotel
• Bad
• Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’
• Smooth Criminal
• The Way You Make Me Feel
• Black Or White
• Man In The Mirror
• Shake Your Body Down To The Ground/Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough
ADDITIONAL SONGS WE PERFORM
• Off The Wall
• Another Part Of Me
• Human Nature
• Things I Do For You
• Heal The World
• Lovely One
• I Just Can’t Stop Loving You
• You Are Not Alone
• I’ll Be There
� ... �� You Rock My World
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Biography

Matt Walsh is an entertainer, entrepreneur, and creative director based in Orlando, FL, with over a decade of experience in live entertainment and studio production.
He started out as a kid who couldn’t stop drawing. At 8 years old, he was recreating his favorite cartoon characters frame by frame and experimenting with simple 2D and early CGI animation, earning school and local recognition. That early focus on detail and storytelling would later shape everything he does onstage and in the studio.
At 14, his path shifted unexpectedly. With no formal dance background and very little know ... ledge of Michael Jackson beyond the headlines, he reluctantly agreed to perform “Billie Jean” at his 8th-grade dance after weeks of pressure from classmates. The reaction in the room changed his life. Within weeks, he began taking paid bookings around Florida, and what started as a one-off dare slowly turned into a full-time career as a tribute performer.
To meet the demand, Matt trained under one of the nation’s top high school dance programs, studying Jazz, Hip-Hop, Ballet, and Modern. He went on to attend Stetson University, majoring in Theatre Arts with a focus on acting, directing, and stage design. At 19, he left Stetson to pursue the music industry full-time, investing heavily in a professional recording and production studio so he could control the quality of his work from the ground up.
From 2019 to 2022, Matt worked across the industry as:
• Executive producer and mixing engineer for multiple music projects
• Director of music videos and corporate videos
• Session and background vocalist for studio and radio work
• Producer of radio voiceover and commercial spots
In 2024, he relaunched his flagship Michael Jackson Tribute Show on a nationwide 10th-anniversary tour, marking ten years since his professional live debut. Featuring the live Anti-Gravity Lean stunt, the production has headlined corporate events, theaters, casinos, and private engagements across the United States.
Today, Matt is known for treating every show like a production—whether he’s performing for thousands in an arena or leading an intimate corporate event. With a background that spans animation, dance, theater, and studio work, he continues to build The Matt Walsh Company around one simple standard: premium entertainment delivered with precision, intention, and genuine care for the audience. Read More

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Experience

Matt Walsh is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Matt Walsh Company, a national touring entertainment brand responsible for more than 1,500 performances across the United States. As a full-time touring headliner, Matt oversees every aspect of the production from artistic direction to logistics, costuming, creative development, and performer management.
In addition to serving as the principal performer, Matt acts as Executive Producer for all live shows, video productions, and studio projects associated with the company. He manages and coordinates all in-house rehearsals, casting ... , development, and performance standards.
Costume production is handled directly through The Matt Walsh Company, with Matt coordinating an international network of designers across Japan, Pakistan, Hong Kong, China, the United Kingdom, and the United States. His primary domestic designers, including Jewels by Julie of Beverly Hills and Sophia Mo, craft high-end, museum-quality costumes using authentic Swarovski crystals imported from Austria, premium leathers, 14k gold detailing, and original Florsheim footwear for historically accurate replication. Every costume used in the production is custom-built exclusively for Matt Walsh, reflecting a deep commitment to craftsmanship and authenticity.
Matt’s decade-long career includes a three-year Orlando residency, national touring seasons, high-profile corporate and private engagements in Las Vegas, Miami, New York City, Los Angeles, and Atlanta, and millions of annual impressions across live audiences, media, and broadcast. He has produced radio ads, corporate videos, short films, music recordings, and directed music videos for other artists. His 2022 residency season set an unprecedented record with over 300 live show dates, demonstrating an unprecedented demand for a solo touring tribute artist in the United States.
Today, Matt Walsh leads one of America’s most in-demand Michael Jackson tribute productions. His work blends dance-centered performance, precision choreography, cutting-edge production, and the operational scale of a full-service entertainment company, delivering a show engineered to meet the expectations of modern audiences and premium event planners alike. Read More

Previous Clients

FEATURED VENUES
Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles, CA
Loews Hollywood Hotel, Los Angeles, CA
Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas, NV
M Resort Casino & Spa, Las Vegas, NV
Durango Casino & Resort, Las Vegas, NV
Wax Rabbit Speakeasy, Las Vegas, NV
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Miami, FL
The Diplomat Beach Resort, Miami, FL
VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, Jacksonville, FL
Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston, MA
Marriott Marquis, Atlanta, GA
Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta, GA
Hyatt Regency Austin, Austin, TX
Hyatt Regency Denver, Denver, CO
Signia by Hi ... lton Walt Disney World, Orlando, FL
Rosen Shingle Creek, Orlando, FL
Rosen Centre, Orlando, FL
Orlando World Center Marriott, Orlando, FL
Tampa Marriott Water Street, Tampa, FL
Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld, Orlando, FL
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, Orlando, FL
Grand Hyatt, San Antonio, TX
Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center, Lady Lake, FL
John F. Kennedy Civic Center, Lowell, MA
Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum, Detroit, MI
Fairborn Phoenix Theatre, Dayton, OH
Temple Israel, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Wycliffe Golf & Country Club, Palm Beach, FL
Kansas City Country Club, Kansas City, KS
Savanna Rooftop, Los Angeles, CA
Addison Park, Keyport, NJ Read More

Suitable for

Anniversary Party Awards Ceremony Baby Shower Bachelor / Stag Party Bachelorette / Hen Party Bar / Bat Mitzvah Birthday Party (Adult) Birthday Party (Child) Birthday Party (Teen) Bridal Shower Casinos Charity / Fundraising Event Christening Christmas Party Club Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Community Event Concerts / Tours Conference / Meeting Corporate Event Cruise Ships Dinner Party Engagement Party Festival / Outdoor Event Funeral/Memorial Service Graduation Party Grand Opening Party Halloween Party Hanukkah Celebration High School Reunion HM Forces/Army/Navy/Military Event Holiday / Theme Parks Hotel Event Jewish Wedding New Year's Eve Party Nightclub Event Nursing / Care Home Event Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Prom Night Quinceañera / Sweet 16 Party Restaurant / Bar / Pub Event Retirement Party School Event Session Work Social Club Theaters / Stage Trade Show / Exhibitions University / College Event Virtual Event Wedding Ceremony Wedding Cocktail/Drinks Reception Wedding Reception

Physical Characteristics

Additional Information

Insurance: $2,000,000 - Commercial General Liability
Equipment Bundle (Available in Select Locations):
Designed for optimal sound, lighting, and staging, perfect for audiences up to 300:
• PA Loudspeakers
• Stage Lighting
• Fog Jets
• Wireless Microphones
• DJ Controllers, Mixing Consoles
• Totems, Tables, Power Conditioners, Facade & Scrims
Not Provided In-House:
For larger-scale events exceeding 300 attendees, consider the following third-party vendor services:
• Backline Instruments
• Stage Construction
• Live Band
• Line Array Speaker Systems
• Spar ... k Machines or Pyrotechnics
Need assistance finding vendors? I can connect you with trusted professionals to meet your needs.
Additional Notes:
• Performance Tracks: Prerecorded dubbing tracks may be utilized on select songs to maintain exceptional quality during demanding choreography and to protect vocal health.
• Wedding Officiant Services: Ordained by the Universal Life Church for exclusive wedding and vow renewal ceremonies. (Only available in the United States)
• Insurance: Certificate of Insurance (COI) available upon request. Read More

Virtual Services Offer

Virtual Session Vocalist

Whether you need background harmonies, voice acting, or voice over, Matt's got you covered!