Jesus Christ Superstar at Princess Theatre

The iconic global phenomenon, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR has arrived in Australia with a mesmerising new production that has garnered unprecedented reviews and accolades as it has toured the US and UK, including winning an Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival.

This must-see musical features one of Australia’s most well-respected musicians and acclaimed recording artist, Michael Paynter as Jesus, the dynamic musical theatre star Javon King as Judas and soul and blues powerhouse, Mahalia Barnes, as Mary. Globally renowned comedian, singer, and writer Reuben Kaye plays Herod and rock theatrical star Peter Murphy portrays Pilate.

Featuring lyrics and music by Emmy, GRAMMY, Oscar and Tony winners Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ, as seen through the eyes of Judas. The legendary score includes 'I Don't Know How to Love Him', 'Gethsemane' and 'Superstar'.

Don't miss your chance to see this unmissable musical.

TimeOut
 
‘Praise be! This Jesus Christ Superstar rocks … Spectacular. Passionate, creative and immensely impressive’

SMH
1/2 
‘Fans will flock to this song-centric, spectacle-rich show. You’ll be blown away’

The Guardian

‘Incredible moments and performances that raise the roof. Irresistible.’

Limelight
 
‘Exhilarating. Extraordinary. A breathtaking production’

Authors

• Andrew Lloyd Webber
• Tim Rice
• Tom O'Horgan

Tony Awards and Nominations for Jesus Christ Superstar