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Ages: 10+
Opened: March 22, 2012
Closing: July 01, 2012

Jesus Christ Superstar - 2012 Broadway History , Info & More

Neil Simon Theatre (Broadway)
250 W. 52nd St. New York, NY 10019

Jesus Christ Superstar, the ground-breaking rock opera which reinvented musical theatre for the modern age, tells the story of the last week of Christ's life. The zeal with which Christ's followers are hailing him as the Son of God becomes a source of dismay to his disciple Judas Iscariot. Fearing that this tide of religious fervor will provoke brutal repression by the occupying Romans, Judas must make his fateful choice between faith and betrayal.



This production opened at Canada's Stratford Shakespeare Festival and transferred to the La Jolla Playhouse for a run in 2011.


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STAGE TUBE: Final Bows at La Jolla JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Harmony Wheeler - February 22, 2012


Jesus Christ Superstar played the La Jolla Playhouse November 18 - December 31. Watch the cast give their final bow on New Year's eve during their pre-Broadway run.

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR's Josh Young Gets Engaged to Alia Rosenstock!
by Nicole Rosky - February 20, 2012


Josh Young, who will be starring in the role of Judas in the critically acclaimed Broadway revival of Jesus Christ Superstar is engaged to be married to his girlfriend of one year, Alia Rosenstock. Alia is the Associate Artist Manager at Dean Artists Management in Toronto; specializing in classical singers, directors and conductors. No wedding date has been announced.

Photo Coverage: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Secret Concert!
by Jennifer Broski - February 18, 2012


BroadwayWorld.com was on hand on Friday night, February 17th when cast members from JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR performed a secret concert for a few VERY lucky fans of the show. The concert featured some of the show's most notable hit songs, performed at the very appropriate venue of 'The Crypt' at The Church of the Intercession on 155th Street and Broadway in New York City. Stay tuned for video footage from the cast and the show's rocking band!

Photo Coverage: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Meets the Press; Paul Nolan, Josh Young, Chilina Kennedy & More!
by Walter McBride - February 15, 2012


The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's hit production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, directed by 2-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff, opens March 22, 2012 (previews begin March 1) at the Neil Simon Theatre.The cast features Paul Nolan as Jesus Christ, Josh Young as Judas Iscariot, Chilina Kennedy as Mary Magdalene, Tom Hewitt as Pontius Pilate, Bruce Dow as King Herod, Marcus Nance as Caiaphas and Aaron Walpole as Annas. The cast of the new production met the press yesterday, February 14, and BroadwayWorld was there for the photo op. Check out complete photo coverage below!

TV: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Cast Meets the Press!
by Nicole Rosky - February 14, 2012


The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's hit production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, directed by 2-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff, opens March 22, 2012 (previews begin March 1) at the Neil Simon Theatre (250 West 52nd Street).The cast features Paul Nolan as Jesus Christ, Josh Young as Judas Iscariot, Chilina Kennedy as Mary Magdalene, Tom Hewitt as Pontius Pilate, Bruce Dow as King Herod, Marcus Nance as Caiaphas and Aaron Walpole as Annas. The cast of the new production met the press today, and BroadwayWorld was there for the festivities. Check out interviews with the cast and creative team below!

FREEZE FRAME: Meet The Cast of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR!
by Walter McBride - February 14, 2012


The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's hit production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, directed by 2-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff, opens March 22, 2012 (previews begin March 1) at the Neil Simon Theatre (250 West 52nd Street).The cast features Paul Nolan as Jesus Christ, Josh Young as Judas Iscariot, Chilina Kennedy as Mary Magdalene, Tom Hewitt as Pontius Pilate, Bruce Dow as King Herod, Marcus Nance as Caiaphas and Aaron Walpole as Annas. The cast of the new production met the press today, and BroadwayWorld was there for the festivities. Check out a photo preview of the event below, and check back later for full coverage!

Rehearsals Begin Tomorrow for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Nicole Rosky - February 8, 2012


Rehearsals begin tomorrow, Thursday, February 9, for The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's hit production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. Directed by the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's Artistic Director and 2-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR opens March 22, 2012 (previews begin March 1) at the Neil Simon Theatre (250 West 52nd Street).

STAGE TUBE: Inside JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR's Road to Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - February 8, 2012


Tickets are now on sale for The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's hit production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. Directed by the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's Artistic Director Des McAnuff, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will open March 22, 2012 (previews begin March 1) at the Neil Simon Theatre. In the video below, the cast takes us behind the scenes of their road to the Great White Way!

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Launches Facebook Fan Contest!
by Nicole Rosky - February 7, 2012


Here's a reason to Like the Official JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Facebook page if you aren't a fan already! The Broadway-bound Stratford Shakespeare Festival hit production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is offering a few lucky Facebook Fans (and guests) an opportunity to win two passes to a private cast performance on Friday, February 17 at a secret location as well as tickets to an upcoming performance of JESUS CHRIST SUPSERSTAR at the Neil Simon Theatre. To enter to win, go to: https://www.facebook.com/SuperstarOnBroadway?sk=app_165767496839617 Hurry, contest ends Monday, February 13 at midnight, EST.

BWW Interviews: Josh Young - JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR's 'Judas'
by Pati Buehler - February 7, 2012


Josh Young makes his Broadway debut as 'Judas Iscariot' in The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's production of Jesus Christ Superstar directed by Des McAnuff at The Neil Simon Theatre. Preview performances beginMarch 1, 2012 with an opening on March 22.

UP ON THE MARQUEE: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR!
by Up On The Marquee - January 31, 2012


Tickets are now on sale for The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's hit production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. Directed by the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's Artistic Director Des McAnuff, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will open March 22, 2012 (previews begin March 1) at the Neil Simon Theatre. The marquee has been erected and BroadwayWorld brings you a look below!

Box Office Opens Tomorrow for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Nicole Rosky - January 25, 2012


The box office opens tomorrow, Thursday, January 26 at 10:00 AM, for The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's hit production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. Directed by the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's Artistic Director Des McAnuff, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will open March 22, 2012 (previews begin March 1) at the Neil Simon Theatre (250 West 52nd Street).

New Website Launches for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Nicole Rosky - January 20, 2012


It's sure to be a busy year for Jesus Christ Superstar, with a production heading to Broadway in March and iTV working with Andrew Lloyd Webber to create a new reality competition series. Now a new website has been launched for the musical, which features news about the television show, SUPERSTAR, the upcoming Broadway transfer, and even regional productions. Click here to check it out!

UP ON THE MARQUEE: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR!
by Peter James Zielinski - January 12, 2012


The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's hit production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, directed by the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's Artistic Director Des McAnuff, will open on Broadway on March 22, 2012. Previews begin March 1, 2012 at the Neil Simon Theatre. The cast will feature Paul Nolan as Jesus Christ, Josh Young as Judas Iscariot, Chilina Kennedy as Mary Magdalene, Tom Hewitt as Pontius Pilate, Bruce Dow as King Herod, Marcus Nance as Caiaphas and Aaron Walpole as Annas. The marquee is up and BroadwayWorld brings you a look below!

Photo Flash: Look at Broadway-Bound JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Nicole Rosky - December 29, 2011


The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's hit production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, directed by the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's Artistic Director Des McAnuff which will open on Broadway on March 22, 2012 (previews begin March 1) at the Neil Simon Theatre (250 West 52nd Street). The cast will feature Paul Nolan as Jesus Christ, Josh Young as Judas Iscariot, Chilina Kennedy as Mary Magdalene, Tom Hewitt as Pontius Pilate, Bruce Dow as King Herod, Marcus Nance as Caiaphas and Aaron Walpole as Annas. Check out a first look at the production below!

Full Cast Announced for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR on Broadway; Tom Hewitt is Pontius Pilate
by Robert Diamond - December 22, 2011


The full Broadway cast has been announced for The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's hit production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, directed by the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's Artistic Director Des McAnuff which will open March 22, 2012 (previews begin March 1) at the Neil Simon Theatre (250 West 52nd Street).

Tom Hewitt to Remain in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR for Broadway Run?
by Nicole Rosky - December 9, 2011


Earlier this week, La Jolla Playhouse announced a casting update for its current presentation of the acclaimed Stratford Shakespeare Festival production of Jesus Christ Superstar, lyrics by Tim Rice, music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, directed by Playhouse Director Emeritus and Stratford Shakespeare Festival Artistic Director Des McAnuff. Beginning Wednesday, December 7, Broadway veteran Tom Hewitt (Playhouse's Zhivago and Dracula: The Musical) will perform the role of Pontius Pilate for a limited engagement at the Playhouse. Whether Hewitt will remain in the production through the Broadway transfer remains unknown, but Stratford Shakespeare Festival has released the following statement:

Jesus Christ Superstar to Tour UK Arenas, West End in 2013?
by Kelsey Denette - December 8, 2011


The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's critically lauded production of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR has already transferred to La Jolla Playhouse for a limited run and announced its Broadway plans, but according to the Daily Mail, the show has West End aspirations as well.

Jesus Christ Superstar FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Jesus Christ Superstar and what's the order?
Heaven on Their Minds
What's the Buzz
Strange Thing Mystifying
Everything's Alright
This Jesus Must Die
Hosanna
Simon Zealotes
Poor Jerusalem
Pilate's Dream
The Temple
I Don't Know How to Love Him
Damned for All Time
Blood Money
The Last Supper
Gethsemane
The Arrest
Peter's Denial
Pilate and Christ
King Herod's Song
Could We Start Again, Please
Judas' Death
Trial Before Pilate
Superstar
The Crucifixion
John 19:41
Then We Are Decided
Try Not to Think
The Lepers
A Poor Mandarin
The Treason
Overture

Jesus Christ Superstar History

Other Productions of Jesus Christ Superstar

1971   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1972   West End London Production
West End
1977   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
1977   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1977   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1995   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1996   West End London Revival
West End
2000   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2002   US Tour First Class National Tour
US Tour
2006   Beverly, MA (Regional) North Shore Music Theatre Production
Beverly, MA (Regional)
2012   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2017   Off-Broadway All-Female Concert Production
Off-Broadway
2017   St. Louis, MO (Regional) The Muny's Revival Adaptation
St. Louis, MO (Regional)
2017   West End Regents Open Air Theatre Revival
West End
2018   Motion Picture NBC Live Televised Production
Motion Picture
2019   West End London Return Engagement at the Barbican
West End
2019   US Tour 2019 North American Tour
US Tour
2023   US Tour US Tour
US Tour

Jesus Christ Superstar - 2012 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2012 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical 0
2012 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical Steve Canyon Kennedy
2012 Drama League Awards Distinguished Revival of a Musical 0
2012 Theatre World Awards Outstanding Debut Performance Josh Young
2012 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Josh Young
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Shin/Coleman
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Stratford Shakespeare Festival
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical TheatreDreams North America, LLC
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Stratford Shakespeare Festival
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical The Dodgers and The Really Useful Group
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Latitude Link
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Tamara Kinsella
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Pelican Group
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Waxman-Dokton
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Joe Corcoran
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Detsky/Sokolowski/Kassie
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Florin-Blanshay-Fan/Broadway Across America
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Rich/Caudwell
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Kevin Kinsella
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Shin/Coleman
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical TheatreDreams North America, LLC
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Rich/Caudwell
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Stratford Shakespeare Festival
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical TheatreDreams North America, LLC
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Shin/Coleman
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Rich/Caudwell
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Broadway Across America
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Florin-Blanshay-Fan
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Detsky/Sokolowski/Kassie
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Joe Corcoran
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Waxman-Dokton
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Pelican Group
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Tamara Kinsella
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Kevin Kinsella
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Latitude Link
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical The Dodgers and The Really Useful Group
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Jesus Christ Superstar

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