Elephants, Monkeys, Snakes Will Join Michael Jackon on Stage in London

When Michael plays the 50 sold-out dates at London's 02 Arena this July, he will enter the arena riding an elephant.

Yes, an elephant.

Michael doesn't intend on stopping there, according to the Sun. He wants a panther, snakes, tropical birds and three monkeys for a set that will have a jungle, circus and weather theme.

Organizers are sold on the idea, however. They cite costs and insurance premiums. And oh, yes, animal welfare laws prohibits the use of some non-domestic creatures in shows.