Michael Jackson 'Thriller' exhibition coming soon to Kildare
The original red and black jacket seen in the music video for ‘Thriller’ has became one of the most recognisable costumes in entertainment history
A famous jacket once worn by the late legendary musician Michael Jackson will be coming to Newbridge Silverware’s Museum of Style Icons later this week.
‘A Thriller Of An Exhibition – Michael Jackson: A Fashion Legacy’ will celebrate the beloved pop singer’s style, particularly his iconic look in the music video for ‘Thriller’, a song which has become synonymous with Halloween celebrations ever since its initial release in 1983.
It will feature one of Jackson’s illuminated red and black ‘Thriller jackets, his legendary lone white glove and the loafers that he wore during rehearsals for his historic Motown 25 performance.
‘A Thriller Of An Exhibition – Michael Jackson: A Fashion Legacy’ will be presented in association with world-renowned entertainment auction house Julien's Auctions, ahead of a major international exhibition in Bahrain.
This event will conclude at The Rosewood in Abu Dhabi on December 7, 2026, where some of the pieces are expected to attract extraordinary prices.
‘INSTANTLY RECOGNISABLE’
Welcoming the ‘Thriller’ exhibition, William Doyle, the CEO of Newbridge Silverware, said: “Michael Jackson was one of the most iconic entertainers the world has ever seen.
“He didn't just change music; he changed fashion, dance and popular culture forever.
“There are very few people in entertainment history whose costumes are as instantly recognisable as their music.”
Mr Doyle continued: "To have his spectacular illuminated ‘Thriller’ jacket here in Newbridge is extraordinary in itself, but to also have the actual glove he wore for that historic Motown performance, along with the famous Moonwalk shoes, is something really special.
“These are pieces of music history that people have seen on television and in photographs for decades, and now they will be able to stand just a few feet away from them here in Kildare.”
HALLOWEEN THEME
He also said that Newbridge Silverware is ‘absolutely delighted’ to welcome Michael Bush, who is one of two men responsible for creating the ‘Thriller’ jacket.
Mr Doyle elaborated: “[He was] Michael’s costume designer for more than 25 years who, in collaboration with his partner Dennis Tompkins responsible for creating so many of the incredible outfits worn by the King of Pop.
“We wanted to create something really exciting for Halloween and the school midterm break, something that parents, grandparents and children could all enjoy together; Michael Jackson's music has crossed generations, and I think there will be huge excitement about this exhibition.”
He concluded: “Best of all, admission is completely free, and we hope people will travel from all over Ireland to experience it.”
‘A Thriller Of An Exhibition – Michael Jackson: A Fashion Legacy’ will open on Friday, October 30, 2026 and will run until Sunday, November 8, 2026.