Advertisement
Twelve Disciples. One Traitor. No Turning Back.Jesus Christ Superstar, by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice is the global phenomenon rock opera that has wowed audiences for over 50 years. Originally released as a concept album, the show opened on Broadway in 1971 at the Mark Hellinger Theatre while the original London production ran for over eight years. By the time it closed, after 3,358 performances, it had become the longest-running musical in West End history at that time.
Loosely based on the Gospels, and told entirely through song, Jesus Christ Superstar tells the story of the final days of Jesus leading up to his crucifixion, but seen through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. It's unique among biblical retellings in that it focuses on both Judas’ struggle making the decision to betray Jesus and Jesus’s human psychology, fear, and anger in understanding and accepting his role as both leader and martyr. Key events depicted include the anointing of Jesus by Mary Magdalene, the Last Supper, Judas's betrayal, and Jesus's trial before Pontius Pilate.
The show is a product of its era, permeated with 1970’s rock, gospel, folk and funk themes, modern language and colloquialisms, and high-energy dance numbers.
The iconic score contains such well-known numbers as “Superstar,” “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” and “Gethsemane”, and explores timeless questions about faith, leadership, and the human condition.
Advertisement
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Eric Morecambe Centre Harpenden, Eric Morecambe Centre, Rothamstead Park,Harpenden, United Kingdom
Tickets
