JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, the groundbreaking theatrical masterpiece by legendary writing team Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, is coming to The Opera House for 5 performances only May 16 – 18, 2008. The first collaboration between Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to be performed on the professional stage JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is one of the most popular and enduring works ever created for the musical theatre. Featuring such notable songs as Superstar, Everything’s Alright and I Don’t Know How to Love Him, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR earned five TONY nominations. Tickets for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR are currently on sale and are available through an authorized ticket seller found only at Ticketmaster 617-931-2787, at all Ticketmaster outlets, by visiting www.BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com and directly at The Colonial Theatre Box Office, 106 Boylston Street, Boston and at The Opera House Box Office, 539 Washington Street, Boston. JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is part of the Lexus Boston Area Dealers Broadway Across America – Boston Series.
Set in two acts JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR tells the story of the last seven days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth. "Superstar" dramatizes Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, the unrest caused by his preaching and popularity, his betrayal by Judas, the trial before Pontius Pilate, and his ultimate crucifixion. Perpetually changing the face of musical theatre JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will leave audiences captivated by its power.
As relevant and timeless as ever, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, the rock opera vision of “the greatest story ever told,” is perhaps more potent in today’s troubled world than when it was first produced. Now, for the new millennium, this magnificent story comes once again vividly to the stage with Ted Neeley re-creating his unforgettable performance.
Internationally beloved star Ted Neeley, best known for his Golden Globe nominated role as Jesus in the Norman Jewison film of “Superstar,” will be headlining this tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. Mr. Neeley’s other credits include Rasputin, Hair, and Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Heart’s Club Band. Creating a fan base that borders on a cult-like phenomenon, this production is the one everyone has been waiting for.
Featured in the role of Judas will be Corey Glover best known as the lead singer of the Grammy winning, platinum selling rock band, Living Colour (“Cult of Personality”). Glover has also issued albums as a solo artist and acted in television and movies including Oliver Stone’s Platoon. Glover reunited with his Living Colour band mates for a 2001 tour. JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR marks Corey’s theatrical debut.
Director Dallett Norris (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Can-Can, South Pacific) says, "What could be better than having Ted Neeley, so grand in the film, on board as we delve into Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s brilliant musical telling of this timeless story. Their idea of setting this tale in terms that immediately resonate with today's audiences is revolutionary. Here we are, twenty-one centuries later, and it is oh, so clear; we need the message of this story now more than ever."
Seen and loved by thousands, don’t miss the opportunity to introduce a new generation to this exhilarating and significant piece of musical theatre. JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR the original rock opera.
PERFORMANCES ARE:
Friday @ 8:00PM
Saturday @ 2:00PM & 8:00PM
Sunday @ 2:00PM & 7:30PM
TICKETS ARE:$17.50 - $74.50
Tickets for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR are available only through an authorized ticket seller by calling Ticketmaster at 617-931-2787, at all Ticketmaster outlets, by visiting www.BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com and directly at The Colonial Theatre Box Office, 106 Boylston Street, Boston and at The Opera House Box Office, 539 Washington Street, Boston. Applicable service charges may apply. Season Series Patrons interested in additional tickets should call Broadway Across America – Boston directly at 1-866-523-7469 and for Member tickets please call 1-866-551-7469. Groups of 20 or more please call Broadway Across America – Boston Group Sales at 1-866-633-0194.
