Known for turning the theater scene upside down, Jesus Christ Superstar is a groundbreaking and acclaimed musical that premiered in Broadway in 1971 that mixes rock and traditional theatre music.
This new and celebrated production has earned an Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival, promising an unforgettable experience after its success on worlwide theatres. The musician Michael Paynter leads the soundtrack for this iconic musical about the final days of Jesus Christ's life from the perspective of Judas Iscariot, played by Javon King alongside Mahalia Barnes as Mary Magdalene.
Jesus Christ Superstar also stands out for its wonderfully crafted lyrics by Tim Rice, and its music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, both Emmy, GRAMMY, Oscar, and Tony winners. Adding to the ensemble are acclaimed comedian and performer Reuben Kaye as Herod, and rock-theater legend Peter Murphy as Pilate (for the Sydney and Perth shows).
Come and experience iconic songs such as I Don’t Know How to Love Him,Gethsemane, and Superstar!
Running Time: 1 hour and 50 minutes (with a 20min interval)
Age Recommendation: 10+
History
Originally, the idea and songs behind Jesus Christ Superstar came from an album created by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice in 1970, but the idea went down for not securing funding for a stage show.
The album had a massive success due to its original concepts and songs like Superstar and I Don’t Know How to Love Him had more success than expected at first. This led to its debut in Broadway a year later, as well as a West End production in 1972.
Although the ideas of the musical based on the final days of Jesus Christ through Judas' eyes were revolutionary, they also stirred some controversy. Despite the protests against it, the musical became an international sensation. Now, Jesis Christ Superstar has come back to stages all over the world, with retellings and new fans each year.
Plot
Jesus Christ Superstar's plot follows the final week of Jesus Christ’s life, but in a new and revolutionary way.
When Jesus Christ's influence starts to rise, Judas Iscariot becomes worried about him and the potential Roman backlash. As it is known, Judas ends up betraying Jesus to the authorities.
Jesus Christ Superstar explores the interactions that Jesus has with his followers, like Mary Magdalene, highlighting his struggles with fate.
Ticket Prices 2024
These are the types of ticket prices for Jesus Christ Superstar:
Type of Ticket
Price
Standard Ticket
$89.90 - $139.90
Standard Groups of 8+
$99.90 - $119.90
Concession
$79.90 - $119.90
FAQ
What is the running time for Jesus Christ Superstar?
The running time for Jesus Christ Superstar1 hour and 50 minutes (with a 20min interval).
What is the recommended age for Jesus Christ Superstar?
Jesus Christ Superstar has an age recommendation of 15 years and above.
How much are the tickets for Jesus Christ Superstar?
The price of the standard tickets for Jesus Christ Superstar range from $89.90 to $139.90.
