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This rock opera, composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber with lyrics by Tim Rice, takes a bold approach to the final week of Jesus' life.
Forget traditional hymns and orchestral scores. Jesus Christ Superstar explodes with a powerful rock and roll sound, capturing the turmoil and drama of the story. The narrative unfolds from Judas' perspective, questioning Jesus' actions and motivations. This unique viewpoint challenges traditional interpretations and adds a layer of complexity to the familiar biblical tale.
Despite its rock roots and portrayal of Judas as a conflicted figure, Jesus Christ Superstar has become a global phenomenon. The catchy and thought-provoking songs, including "I Don't Know How to Love Him," "Gethsemane," and "Superstar," have resonated with audiences for decades.
- Andrew Lloyd Webber
- Tim Rice
- Tom O'Horgan
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Tony Awards and Nominations for Jesus Christ Superstar
Videos
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Sondheim Tribute Revue
Bridgetown Conservatory of Musical Theatre (5/16 - 5/19) | |
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9 to 5: The Musical
Lakewood Theatre Company (4/26 - 6/9)
PHOTOS
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Percussion Masterclass with Sandbox Percussion
PSU, College of the Arts, Lincoln Performance Hall (7/15 - 7/15) | |
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MUSIC ON FIRE: Beethoven, Brahms & Fagerlund
Reed College, Kaul Auditorium (6/13 - 7/13) | |
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FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT with Columbia River Brass Quintet
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra/CMNW (7/26 - 7/26) | |
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FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT with our Young Artist Institute
University of Portland (7/2 - 7/2) | |
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Hamilton (Philip Company)
Keller Auditorium (3/4 - 3/23) | |
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SPECIAL EVENT: World Premiere of “Prophecies of Fire”
Reed College, Kaul Auditorium (7/10 - 7/10) | ||
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SONIC EVOLUTION: Mendelssohn, Bernstein & Neikrug
SONIC EVOLUTION: Mendelssohn, Bernstein & Neikrug (7/1 - 7/1) | |
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