Godspell Revival 2011

Opened: November 7, 2011
Closing: June 24, 2012

Godspell - 2011 - Broadway History , Info & More

Stephen Schwartz's much-loved musical celebrating the life and teachings of Jesus returns to Broadway.



The Gospel according to St. Matthew, 1970s style. As Jesus taught with parables and storytelling Godspell utilizes clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics and vaudeville to tell the story of Christ's passion. Familiar songs include "Day by Day," "Turn Back, O Man" and "Bless the Lord."

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Theater Review: 'Godspell'
4 / 10

Sitting through the new Broadway revival of 'Godspell' is like watching an old high school friend getting beat up until he or she is barely recognizable. What was supposed to be fun and folksy has turned labored and excruciatingly painful.

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5 / 10

Strongest aspect of the affair is the casting: This 'Godspell' is especially well sung. Standing out are Lindsay Mendez (on 'Bless the Lord' and elsewhere) and Telly Leung (on 'All Good Gifts'). The one big letdown comes from Hunter Parrish, the Jesus of the occasion. Parrish has an innocent smile, big blonde hair, and plenty of teeth; he doesn't look like a Ken doll, exactly, but he sings like one. Wallace Smith, as John/Judas, is marginally stronger but not up to the level of the ensemble. One of the surprising bright spots is the entr'acte reprise of 'Learn Your Lessons Well,' sung by Leung (at piano) with Mendez and Smith. Yes, there is an audience for this 'Godspell,' and perhaps they can be reached. But the strengths of the original have been so weighted down by mirthless improvements that it makes for a very long two hours.

Flashback: GODSPELL Plays Final Broadway Show, June 24
by BWW Special Coverage - June 24, 2012

Godspell will play its final performance on Broadway today, June 24th, 2012, at Circle in the Square Theatre. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a multimedia flashback chronicling Godspell's beginning and journey to its final show on the Great White Way.

GODSPELL to Close on Broadway June 24
by Robert Diamond - June 12, 2012

BWW has confirmed that the cast, crew and investors were informed pre-show this evening that GODSPELL will play its final performance on Broadway on June 24th, 2012 at Circle in the Square Theatre.

GODSPELL Adds Matinee Performance Today, 6/8
by BWW News Desk - June 8, 2012

Today, June 8, GODSPELL will play a special added matinee performance at 3 p.m.

GODSPELL in Danger of June 24th Closing?
by Robert Diamond - June 5, 2012

Those who closely follow Broadway Grosses have been keeping an eye on GODSPELL's numbers as of late and wondering what the future held for the musical, which was recently announced for a performance on Sunday night's Tonys. Lead producer Ken Davenport has shed some light on the show's health in a new blog entry noting that after a slew of recent promotions ranging from 'Pay Your Age' to the 'Cast of 2032' and a Fan Appreciation Day:

Photo Flash: New Photos - Hannah Elless Joins GODSPELL!
by Kelsey Denette - May 29, 2012

GODSPELL welcomed Hannah Elless to the cast on May 22, replacing Lindsay Mendez. View photos of Elless with the cast in performance below!

STAGE TUBE: GODSPELL Cast Sings Schwartz at Joe's Pub!
by Nicole Rosky - May 24, 2012

Yesterday, May 23, the company of Godspell celebrated their Academy Award-winning writer Stephen Schwartz in a one-night-only concert featuring songs from Schwartz's Pippin, Wicked, The Baker's Wife, The Magic Show, Working, My Son Pinocchio, Children of Eden, Rags, "Pocahontas", "The Hunchback of Notre Dame", "The Prince of Egypt", "Enchanted" and more. The concert benefits Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights AIDS. Check out highlights fro the concert below!

Photo Coverage: GODSPELL Cast Sings the Songs of Stephen Schwartz - Corbin Bleu & More!
by Jennifer Broski - May 25, 2012

Yesterday, May 23, the company of Godspell celebrated their Academy Award-winning writer Stephen Schwartz in a one-night-only concert featuring songs from Schwartz's Pippin, Wicked, The Baker's Wife, The Magic Show, Working, My Son Pinocchio, Children of Eden, Rags, "Pocahontas", "The Hunchback of Notre Dame", "The Prince of Egypt", "Enchanted" and more. The concert benefits Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights AIDS. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the event and brings you photo coverage below.

STAGE TUBE: First Look - The 'GODSPELL Cast of 2032' in Performance!
by Kelsey Denette - May 23, 2012

Following an afternoon of open-call auditions for kids last month in which more than 500 kids (ages six to 16) were seen, the creative and producing team of GODSPELL selected five boys and five girls (plus one 'swing') to perform a special encore number at the curtain call on Tuesday, May 22. View the performance below!

Confirmed! GODSPELL to Perform at 2012 Tony Awards
by Robert Diamond - May 23, 2012

BroadwayWorld has confirmed that the revival of GODSPELL on Broadway, despite a lack of Tony nominations, will make an appearance on the 2012 broadcast to perform a selection from the musical. At this time, there is no official word or confirmation on who, or what the cast will be performing.

GODSPELL Cast Sings Stephen Schwartz at Joe's Pub Tonight, 5/23
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2012

Tonight, May 23, join the company of Godspell on Broadway as they celebrate their Academy Award-winning writer Stephen Schwartz in a one-night-only concert. Expect songs from Schwartz projects like Pippin, Wicked, The Baker's Wife, The Magic Show, Working, My Son Pinocchio, Children of Eden, Rags, "Pocahontas", "The Hunchback of Notre Dame", "The Prince of Egypt", "Enchanted" and more.

GODSPELL Adds June 8 Matinee
by Kelsey Denette - May 22, 2012

On Friday, June 8, GODSPELL will play a special added matinee performance at 3 p.m.

Photo Flash: The 'GODSPELL Cast of 2032' in Rehearsal!
by Kelsey Denette - May 21, 2012

Following an afternoon of open-call auditions for kids last month in which more than 500 kids (ages six to 16) were seen, the creative and producing team of GODSPELL selected five boys and five girls (plus one 'swing') to perform a special encore number at the curtain call on Tuesday, May 22. View the 'GODSPELL Cast of 2032' in rehearsal below!

STAGE TUBE: The Cast of GODSPELL Celebrates 10,000 Facebook Fans With Music Video
by Kelsey Denette - May 17, 2012

blurbThe company of Broadway's first-ever revival of Stephen Schwartz's rock musical GODSPELL last month welcomed a new leading man - stage and screen star Corbin Bleu (Disney's 'High School Musical,' Broadway's In the Heights) - to the starring role of Jesus. This month, the show just passed 10,000 Facebook fans and star Julia Mattison wrote a song to celebate the ocassion. Check out the video below!

PORGY AND BESS, GODSPELL, GHOST, et al. Set for Intrepid Fleet Week, Beg. 5/23
by Max Schwager - May 14, 2012

The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, along with the City of New York and the United States Navy, celebrates the 25th annual Fleet Week, to be held from May 23 - May 28, 2012. Fleet Week is America's premier tribute and "thank you" to the men and women who serve in the armed forces.

GODSPELL's Telly Leung Plays Birdland Tonight, 5/14
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2012

Telly Leung, currently appearing on Broadway in GODSPELL, plays Birdland tonight, May 14 under the direction of Alan Muraoka and featuring musical direction from Gary Adler.

Photo Flash: Broadway Producer Rose Caiola Celebrates FIRST POSITION Film Release
by BWW News Desk - May 7, 2012

Rose Caiola, who is the producer and co-writer of the off-Broadway musical hit "Freckleface The Musical" (based on the popular children's book by Julianne Moore) and also made her Broadway debut as a producer this year with "Godspell" at Circle in the Square, now adds film to her growing resume with "First Position," a film by director Bess Kargman, for which she serves as Executive Producer. The film which has received rave reviews across the country was screened this past weekend at the Elinor Bunin Monroe Theatre/Film Society of Lincoln Center on West 65th Street. See photos of Caiola at the opening below!

Photo Flash: GODSPELL Announces 'The GODSPELL Cast of 2032!'
by Kelsey Denette - May 7, 2012

Following an incredible afternoon of open-call auditions for kids last month in which more than 500 kids (ages six to 16) were seen, the creative and producing team of GODSPELL selected five boys and five girls (plus one 'swing') to perform a special encore number at the curtain call on Tuesday, May 22.

GODSPELL's Hunter Parrish Joins Annenberg Theater's 'WHEN YOU BELIEVE' Stephen Schwartz Tribute, 5/19
by BWW News Desk - May 6, 2012

Hunter Parrish, who previously starred in the Broadway revival of GODSPELL, has joined the starry talent lineup of When You Believe: A Conversation With and Tribute To Stephen Schwartz on May 19 in Palm Springs.

STAGE TUBE: First Look at Corbin Bleu in GODSPELL!
by Kelsey Denette - May 4, 2012

The company of Broadway's first-ever revival of Stephen Schwartz's rock musical GODSPELL last month welcomed a new leading man- stage and screen star Corbin Bleu (Disney's 'High School Musical,' Broadway's In the Heights) - to the starring role of Jesus. Get a first look at Bleu in the show below!

Godspell FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Tower of Babble
Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord
Save the People
Day by Day
Learn Your Lessons Well
Bless the Lord
All for the Best
All Good Gifts
Light of the World
Turn Back, O Man
Alas for You
By My Side
We Beseech Thee
On the Willows
Finale
Beautiful City
Prologue
Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord
Save the People
Day By Day
Learn Your Lessons Well
All for the Best
All Good Gifts
Light of the World
Turn Back, O Man
Alas for You
By My Side
We Beseech Thee
On The Willows
Beautiful City
Finale
Godspell has had 18 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1971, Off-Broadway which opened in 1971, Australia which opened in 1971, West End which opened in 1972, Australia which opened in 1972, Broadway which opened in 1976, Broadway which opened in 1976, Regional (US) which opened in 1979, London Fringe which opened in 1981, Off-Broadway which opened in 1988, Off-Broadway which opened in 1988, Off-Broadway which opened in 2000, Off-Broadway which opened in 2000, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 2006, Broadway which opened in 2008, Broadway which opened in 2011, US Tour which opened in 2013 and UK Tour which opened in 2015.

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