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Opened: November 7, 2011
Closing: June 24, 2012

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Stephen Schwartz's much-loved musical celebrating the life and teachings of Jesus returns to Broadway.



The Gospel according to St. Matthew, 1970s style. As Jesus taught with parables and storytelling Godspell utilizes clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics and vaudeville to tell the story of Christ's passion. Familiar songs include "Day by Day," "Turn Back, O Man" and "Bless the Lord."


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TV: Cast of GODSPELL Performs at Barnes & Noble!
by Nicole Rosky - January 31, 2012


The 40th Anniversary production and first-ever Broadway revival of Stephen Schwartz's rock musical GODSPELL is currently playing at Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre. Directed by Daniel Goldstein and choreographed by Tony Award nominee Christopher Gattelli, the show opened on Monday, November 7. This afternoon, the cast visited Barnes & Noble, where they treated visitors to a special performance and signed copies of the just-released album. BroadwayWorld was there and brings you highlights from the big event below!

GODSPELL Cast Album Released Today
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2012


The 40th Anniversary production and first-ever Broadway revival of Stephen Schwartz's rock musical GODSPELL officially opened at the Circle in the Square Theater on November 7; the cast album is slated for release today.

GODSPELL Hosts Actors Fund Performance Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2012


The Broadway production of GODSPELL will host a special performance to benefit The Actors Fund tonight, January 25, 2012 at 8pm.

GODSPELL to Launch Cast 'Talk Back' Series Beginning 1/17
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2012


Producer Ken Davenport is pleased to launch a new 11-week post-show talkback series at Broadway's hit new revival of Stephen Schwartz's legendary rock musical GODSPELL. The new 'Tuesday Night Talkbacks' series will commence immediately after the 7 p.m. performance on Tuesday, January 17.

GODSPELL to Launch Cast 'Talk Back' Series Beginning 1/17
by Caryn Robbins - January 13, 2012


Producer Ken Davenport is pleased to launch a new 11-week post-show talkback series at Broadway's hit new revival of Stephen Schwartz's legendary rock musical GODSPELL. The new 'Tuesday Night Talkbacks' series will commence immediately after the 7 p.m. performance on Tuesday, January 17.

Photo Flash: GODSPELL's Lindsay Mendez Visits Birdland!
by Nicole Rosky - January 3, 2012


The Broadway at Birdland concert series last night featured the return of Lindsay Mendez & Marco Paguia. Lindsay and Marco draw from an eclectic mix of music, reimagining songs from popular music in the familiar setting of a jazz piano trio and vocalist. Their vast catalogue is comprised of the singers and songwriters that inspire them, including Alexi Murdoch, Alicia Keys, The Beatles, Feist, Fiona Apple, Gladys Knight, Janis Joplin, Jeff Buckley, Joni Mitchell, Lenny Kravitz, Macy Gray, Martin Sexton, Peter Gabriel, Pink Floyd, The Police, Stevie Wonder, and U2. Check out photos from the concert below!

STAGE TUBE: The Cast of GODSPELL Performs for Sirius XM Radio!
by Kelsey Denette - December 24, 2011


The cast of GODSPELL recently stopped by Sirius XM for anecdotes, song performances and more. Check out some clips below!

STAGE TUBE: Marriage Proposal Takes Place at GODSPELL!
by Nicole Rosky - December 21, 2011


Audience member got a shock at a recent performance, when a audience participant proposed to his girlfriend onstage in the middide of the show. Click below to check out how it went down!

GODSPELL & THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Celebrate with The Actor's Fund in the New Year
by Jessica Lewis - December 20, 2011


The Broadway production of GODSPELL will host a special performance to benefit The Actors Fund on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 8pm. The Actors Fund will also be on hand to celebrate THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's 10,000th Broadway performance on Saturday, February 11 at 2pm.

STAGE TUBE: Hunter Parrish Records 'Beautiful City' for GODSPELL Cast Album - Inside the Studio!
by Jessica Lewis - December 20, 2011


The New Broadway Cast Recording of the revival of GODSPELL is being released digitally today, December 20, 2011 on Ghostlight Records. Produced by Stephen Schwartz, Michael Holland and Kurt Deutsch with Executive Producer Ken Davenport, the CD will be available in stores on Tuesday, January 31, 2012. Click below to go inside the recording studio to hear Hunter Parrish's rendition of 'Beautiful City'.

Cast Recording Of GODSPELL Revival Released Today
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2011


The New Broadway Cast Recording of the revival of GODSPELL will be released digitally today, December 20, 2011 on Ghostlight Records. Produced by Stephen Schwartz, Michael Holland and Kurt Deutsch with Executive Producer Ken Davenport, the CD will be available in stores on Tuesday, January 31, 2012.

Cast Recording Of GODSPELL Revival Gets 12/20 Release
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 12, 2011


The New Broadway Cast Recording of the revival of GODSPELL will be released digitally on Tuesday, December 20, 2011 on Ghostlight Records. Produced by Stephen Schwartz, Michael Holland and Kurt Deutsch with Executive Producer Ken Davenport, the CD will be available in stores on Tuesday, January 31, 2012.

GODSPELL Kicks Off Coat Drive for the Holidays; Runs through Dec. 31
by Jessica Lewis - December 9, 2011


Broadway's new production of GODSPELL has partnered with the 2011 New York Cares Coat Drive. The GODSPELL initiative - dubbed the "Give Him Your Coat As Well" Coat Drive - takes place now through Saturday, December 31at Circle in the Square Theatre.

STAGE TUBE: GODSPELL Performs on ROSIE SHOW!
by Nicole Rosky - December 9, 2011


The cast of the Broadway revival of GODSPELL visited 'The Rosie Show,' where they performed 'Beautiful City,' 'Bless the Lord,' and 'All for the Best.' Check out their performances below!

GOSPELL Cast Album to Get 1/31 Release
by Nicole Rosky - December 6, 2011


The 40th Anniversary production and first-ever Broadway revival of Stephen Schwartz's rock musical GODSPELL officially opened at the Circle in the Square Theater on November 7. The cast of the show spent some time in the recording studio last month to work on a new cast album, and according to Amazon.com, it will be released on January 31, 2012. It is currently available for pre-order.

STAGE TUBE: Cast of GODSPELL Performs Medley on 'The View'
by Nicole Rosky - December 1, 2011


The 40th Anniversary production and first-ever Broadway revival of Stephen Schwartz's rock musical GODSPELL officially opened at the Circle in the Square Theater on November 7. The cast just visited 'The View' where they performed a medley of songs from the show. Click below to check it out!

TV EXCLUSIVE: New Clips From GODSPELL On Broadway!
by Jessica Lewis - November 22, 2011


The 40th Anniversary production and first-ever Broadway revival of Stephen Schwartz's rock musical GODSPELL officially opened at the Circle in the Square Theater on November 7. New clips have just been released and below, BroadwayWorld brings you an exclusive first look at 'Prepare Ye (The Way of the Lord)' and 'Bless The Lord'!

STAGE TUBE: Director Daniel Goldstein Talks GODSPELL!
by Jennie Mamary - November 21, 2011


The 40th Anniversary production and first-ever Broadway revival of Stephen Schwartz's rock musical GODSPELL officially opened at the Circle in the Square Theater on November 7. Director, Daniel Goldstein stopped by CBS for an interview with Don Dahler. You can catch the full interview by clicking below!

Godspell History

Other Productions of Godspell

1971   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
1971   Australia Australian Production
Australia
1972   West End London Production
West End
1972   Australia Australian Production
Australia
1976   Broadway Broadway Transfer
Broadway
1979   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1981   London Fringe London Revival
London Fringe
1988   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
2000   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
2006   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2008   Broadway Broadway Revival [Cancelled]
Broadway
2011   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2013   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
UK Tour UK Tour
UK Tour

Godspell - 2011 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2012 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Featured Actress in a Musical Anna Maria Perez de Tagle
2012 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Revival of a Musical Godspell

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