"Jesus Christ Superstar" tells the story of the last seven days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth. The tale begins with Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and the unrest caused by his preaching and popularity. As Jesus' radical teachings are evermore embraced by the populace, one of his disciples, Judas, increasingly questions the enlightened motives of this new prophet, resulting in betrayal. A powerful, emotional tale of men and women driven to their fate by forces beyond their control, Christ's final days are dramatized with emotional intensity, thought-provoking edge and explosive theatricality.
The stellar cast features award winning entertainer and ...Read More
"Jesus Christ Superstar" tells the story of the last seven days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth. The tale begins with Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and the unrest caused by his preaching and popularity. As Jesus' radical teachings are evermore embraced by the populace, one of his disciples, Judas, increasingly questions the enlightened motives of this new prophet, resulting in betrayal. A powerful, emotional tale of men and women driven to their fate by forces beyond their control, Christ's final days are dramatized with emotional intensity, thought-provoking edge and explosive theatricality.
The stellar cast features award winning entertainer and musical comedy star Becky Allen as King Herod, Edward Simon as Jesus Of Nazareth, Christopher Bentivenga as Judas Iscariot, Michaela Harrison as Mary Magdalene, Jason George as Pontius Pilate, Scott Sauber as the Apostle Peter, Marshall Harris as Simon Zealots, Daniel Shubert Skelly as Caiaphas, Michael Krikorian as Annas and local gospel trio, The Mixon Sisters (Jessica, Whitney and Olivia) as the Soul Sisters. “Jesus Christ Superstar” is directed and musically directed by Big Easy Award winner, Jonne Dendinger and choreographed by Katie Peters.
Already seen and loved by thousands, don’t miss the opportunity to introduce a new generation to this exhilarating and significant piece of musical theater, “Jesus Christ Superstar” the original rock opera!
“Jesus Christ Superstar” will run July 12-15 and 19-22 at the Little Farms United Church of Christ in River Ridge, LA. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased by calling 504-756-5329.
For press and interview requests, please contact Marisa Guillie at mhguillie@yahoo.com or 504-432-8974
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