Godspell 1971

Opened: November 15, 1971
Closing: unknown

Godspell - 1971 - Australia History , Info & More

Playbox Theatre
Melbourne, Australia

Based upon The Gospel According to St. Matthew

The story of Jesus told in a whimsical, sweet rock musical.

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Stephen Schwartz to be Inducted Into the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2024

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame will induct award-winning Broadway and movie lyricist and composer Stephen Schwartz. Learn more about Schwartz!

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by Paul Batterson - Sep 25, 2023

What did our critic think of JESUS CHRIST, SUPERSTAR at Ohio Theater? Alex Stone has not lived in a world without JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. As a result, Stone feels a little bit humbled to be part of the show’s 50th anniversary national tour that rolls into town Oct. 3-8 at the Ohio Theater (39 E. State Street in downtown Columbus).

2024 Season at Seacoast Repertory Theatre Revealed
by Dan Marois - Aug 25, 2023

The Seacoast Repertory Theater in Portsmouth has announced its 2024 season, one they are calling “The Spark of Creation!”

Review: Blackfriars Theatre Delivers A Spirited Take On GODSPELL
by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - Aug 1, 2023

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Review: GODSPELL at Artistry
by Joe Sarafolean - Jul 23, 2023

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Pandora Productions To Host GODSPELL Community Discussion On LGBTQ Issues
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2023

Pandora Productions, one of the country's longest running, Kentucky's oldest and Louisville's only theatre company dedicated and most trusted to tell the stories of the LGBTQ+ community continues the 2022-2023 Season with GODSPELL.

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops Announce 2023-2024 Season Featuring HAMLET, THE FIREBIRD & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2023

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Pops announced details for the 2023-24 season, Louis Langrée’s eleventh and final season as Music Director of the Orchestra.

Jarrett Winters Morley Will Lead History-Based Concert Version of GODSPELL at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2023

54 Below, in conjunction with Jarrett Winters Morley, will present THE HISTORY OF GODSPELL, on Thursday, January 26, at 9:30 PM.

Review: GODSPELL at Hanover Little Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Nov 12, 2022

This production of Godspell is emotional and heartfelt. The sold-out opening night audience was brought to its feet in a well-deserved standing ovation.

Review: LEONARD BERNSTEIN'S 'MASS' at the Kennedy Center
by Alexander C. Kafka - Sep 16, 2022

Bernstein's hugely ambitious ecclesiastical fever dream is a beautiful mess well worth experiencing.

Review: GODSPELL at Porthouse (Kent State University)
by Roy Berko - Jul 18, 2022

What did our critic think of GODSPELL at Porthouse (Kent State University)? GODSPELL, which is now on stage at Porthouse Theatre, is based on 'The Gospel According to St. Matthew.' The musical tells the story of the last seven days of Christ's life. The parables have been contemporized, and Christ's followers are free spirits who sing the likes of 'Day by Day', 'All Good Gifts', and 'Turn Back, O Man.'

Review: GODSPELL at Palm Canyon Theatre
by Stan Jenson - Jul 13, 2022

What did our critic think of GODSPELL at Palm Canyon Theatre? Stephen Schwartz's 1971 musical Godspell was part of a movement during the late 60's and 70's of the reinvention of theatre norms. The movement paralleled the hippies, free love, rock bands with classical orchestras, artists such as Andy Warhol, and a host of writers. It was a period of re-examination and re-thinking of our ways of doing things, especially in the arts. Godspell is one of the most enduring works of this period, presenting Jesus as a dude in a tee shirt, addressing modern day folks in a playground.

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by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2022

Concord Thearicals & Samuel French OOB Festival Presents the staged reading of Cece Suazo’s play You Will Neva Enter Our High Holy Land of Blackness-HIYA! 

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2022

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MTI Acquires Global Licensing Rights for GODSPELL
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 16, 2021

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) announced that the three versions of Godspell represented by the company -- the original off-Broadway 1971 version, the revised 2012 version and Godspell JR. (the 60-minute Broadway Juniorâ version) -- are now available for licensing by theatres across the world. Previously, MTI only represented the rights to Godspell in the United States and with this announcement, licensing for the three versions of the show will now begin for performances taking place on or after January 1, 2022.

Lin Manuel Miranda, Rita Moreno, & More to Be Honored at Critics Choice's Celebration of Latino Cinema
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 30, 2021

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Rita Moreno, Olga Merediz, Gloria Estefan and more will be honored by Critics Choice at the 2021 Celebration of Latino Cinema!

CHASING JACK to Begin Previews September 22nd at the Jerry Orbach Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 2, 2021

CHASING JACK will begin Preview Performances Off-Broadway on Wednesday, September 22nd at the Jerry Orbach Theatre (210 West 50th Street) in Times Square on the corner of Broadway and 50th Street.

GODSPELL Will Open Danbury's Musicals At Richter 37th Season This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2021

The 37th season closes out with the 'Stars Out for Richter: A Community Cabaret of Talent' on Friday, August 13.

GODSPELL Kicks Off Starlight's 2021 Advent Health Broadway Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2021

Starlight welcomes Godspell to its stage for the very first time Tuesday, June 22 – Sunday, June 27.

GODSPELL to Kick Off Starlight's 2021 AdventHealth Broadway Series June 22-27
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2021

Starlight will welcome Godspell to its stage for the very first time Tuesday, June 22 – Sunday, June 27. This refreshing retelling of the Gospel of Matthew is a sensational musical production that is uplifting, celebratory and fun. Godspell includes songs by Grammy and Academy Award winner Stephen Schwartz, such as the popular hit “Day by Day.”

VIDEO: Watch a GODSPELL Reunion on Stars in the House- Live at 8pm!
by Nicole Rosky - May 22, 2021

Stars in the House continues tonight (8pm ET) with a GODSPELL 50th Anniversary Reunion featuring Stephen Schwartz and the players who originated these iconic songs: Peggy Gordon (By My Side, which she also co-wrote), Joanne Jonas (Bless The Lord), Gilmer McCormick (Learn Your Lessons Well), Steve Nathan (who played Jesus), Mark Planner (Original New York production), and George Salazar (Broadway revival).

Danbury's Musicals At Richter Announces Auditions For GODSPELL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2021

Musicals at Richter, celebrating its 37th season as the longest-running outdoor theater in Connecticut, has announced auditions for its 2021 season under the stars, featuring a main stage run of Stephen Schwartz's iconic musical 'Godspell,' playing July 23 through August 7.

STARS IN THE HOUSE Announces WICKED Game Night, ANNIE and GODSPELL Reunions & More!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2021

 Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley announced today a theater-lovers dream week of shows, as they will reunite the casts of “Godspell,” “Annie,” and “Pageant,” and host a very special Elphabas vs. Glindas “Wicked” game night!  All will benefit the Actors Fund, and several nights will include matching donations from generous supporters of the arts. 

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