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Overview

Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, a new mesmerizing production of the iconic musical phenomenon returns to the stage.Originally staged by London’s Regent’s Park Open AirTheatre and helmed by the acclaimed director Timothy Sheader (Crazy for You, Into the Woods) and cutting-edge choreographer Drew McOnie (King Kong, Strictly Ballroom), this production won the 2017 Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival garnering unprecedented reviews and accolades. Appealing to both theater audiences and concert music fans, this production pays tribute to the historic 1971 Billboard Album of the Year while creating a modern, theatrical world that is uniquely fresh and inspiring.

With lyrics and music by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winners Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd WebberJesus Christ Superstar is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of Judas. Reflecting the rock roots that defined a generation, the legendary score includes ‘I Don’t Know How toLove Him’, ‘Gethsemane’ and ‘Superstar’.

Reviews

"A gorgeous, thrilling, heavenly musical."

- The Guardian

“An adrenaline - pumping production.”

- The New York Times

"Hallelujah! An almighty revelation."

- The Daily Telegraph

"A lush, glorious sound the likes of which you’ve never heard before. This is not your grandmother’s ‘Superstar.’

- Chicago Sun Times

Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, a new mesmerizing production of the iconic musical phenomenon returns to the stage.Originally staged by London’s Regent’s Park Open AirTheatre and helmed by the acclaimed director Timothy Sheader (Crazy for You, Into the Woods) and cutting-edge choreographer Drew McOnie (King Kong, Strictly Ballroom), this production won the 2017 Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival garnering unprecedented reviews and accolades. Appealing to both theater audiences and concert music fans, this production pays tribute to the historic 1971 Billboard Album of the Year while creating a modern, theatrical world that is uniquely fresh and inspiring.

With lyrics and music by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winners Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd WebberJesus Christ Superstar is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of Judas. Reflecting the rock roots that defined a generation, the legendary score includes ‘I Don’t Know How toLove Him’, ‘Gethsemane’ and ‘Superstar’.

"A gorgeous, thrilling, heavenly musical."

- The Guardian

“An adrenaline - pumping production.”

- The New York Times

"Hallelujah! An almighty revelation."

- The Daily Telegraph

"A lush, glorious sound the likes of which you’ve never heard before. This is not your grandmother’s ‘Superstar.’

- Chicago Sun Times