Jesus Christ Superstar is a sung-through rock opera with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. Loosely based on the Gospels' accounts of the Passion, the work interprets the psychology of Jesus and other characters, with much of the plot centred on Judas, who is dissatisfied with the direction in which Jesus is steering his ...

2 days ago · "Jesus Christ Superstar," which features lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Webber, is a rock opera about Jesus Christ's final days, according to a press release.

Jesus Christ Superstar is a 1973 American musical historical drama film directed by Norman Jewison, and co-written by Jewison and Melvyn Bragg, based on the 1970 concept album of the same name written by Tim Rice and composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, which in …

The success of the Broadway production solidified Jesus Christ Superstar as a cultural phenomenon.Its rock-infused score, controversial themes, and bold approach to biblical material made it stand out from other musicals at the time, opening the door for future rock operas and changing the landscape of musical theatre forever.

3 days ago · A global phenomenon that has wowed audiences for decades, Jesus Christ Superstar is a timeless work that explores the biblical portrayal of the extraordinary events that led to the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of his betrayer, Judas Iscariot. The story, told entirely through song, explores the personal relationships and …

3 days ago · The singer and actor has been tapped to play Jesus in the musical “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the Hollywood Bowl — part of the 2025 season lineup announced Tuesday by the Los Angeles ...

3 days ago · Cynthia Erivo is set to play Jesus Christ this summer in a production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the Hollywood Bowl.Erivo shared the news via Instagram ...

Jesus Christ Superstar brings the magic of Broadway back to the Hollywood Bowl in a thrilling new production, reviving the iconic Los Angeles venue with a fresh and electrifying take on this beloved rock musical.

Jesus Christ Superstar: Directed by Norman Jewison. With Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson, Yvonne Elliman, Barry Dennen. Film version of the musical stage play, presenting the last few weeks of Christ's life told in an anachronistic manner.

Jesus Christ Superstar is a rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice that details the last week of Jesus of Nazareth’s life from the viewpoint of Judas Iscariot.