Cynthia Erivo to Star as Jesus in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ at the Hollywood Bowl

Cynthia Erivo will star as Jesus Christ in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Jesus Christ Superstar” at The Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles in August. This marks her return to the stage after nearly a decade since her acclaimed Broadway debut in “The Color Purple.” The Tony-winning musical is a rock opera that tells the story of Jesus Christ’s final days through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. With a score blending rock, gospel, and symphonic influences, the show explores the relationships between Jesus, his disciples, and the Roman Empire. Tony-winning choreographer Sergio Trujillo will direct and choreograph the production, which will run from Aug. 1 to Aug. 3. Erivo is familiar with the material, having performed “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” from an all-female album version of “Jesus Christ Superstar” in 2020. Additional casting details for the Hollywood Bowl production have not yet been announced. Erivo, who recently starred as Elphaba in the film adaptation of “Wicked,” confirmed the news on her Instagram Story, expressing her excitement for the upcoming role.

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