Cynthia Erivo has been cast as Jesus in the Hollywood Bowl's upcoming production of Jesus Christ Superstar, set to run from August 1-3 The Emmy, Grammy and Tony winner, who is currently nominated ...

Cynthia Erivo will star as Jesus in Hollywood Bowl's production of the hit musical "Jesus Christ Superstar" this 2025. According to the Hollywood Bowl on Instagram, the rock opera will run from ...

Were you a fan of the musical hit 'Jesus Christ Superstar'? Here's an event you won't want to miss at Tampa Theatre. You'll get to watch a special screening and meet the star Ted Neely!

He has the softest face you’ve ever seen.” ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Tim Rice. Directed and choreographed by Josh Rhodes. Previews May 14-16.

Social media reactions to Erivo’s casting as Jesus Christ have been mixed, with some praising the bold choice while others side-eye what they see as Hollywood’s latest “woke” casting decision.

“Jesus Christ Superstar” also opened on Broadway in 1971 and sold out the shows, which also ignited several protests with some religious groups who argued that it was blasphemous.

“Jesus Christ Superstar” also opened on Broadway in 1971 and sold out the shows, which also ignited several protests with some religious groups who argued that it was blasphemous.

Jesus Christ Superstar is currently streaming on Peacock, and available for digital rental/purchase via AppleTV, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, Vudu, and YouTube TV.

“Fans of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ will be celebrating 50 years of one of the greatest screen musicals ever produced alongside stage and screen legend Ted Neeley,” Crow reminded.