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Jesus Christ Superstar Revival

Ages: 10+
Closing: February 12, 1978

Jesus Christ Superstar - 1977 Broadway History , Info & More

Longacre Theatre (Broadway)
220 West 48th Street New York, NY

The legendary rock opera by lyricist Tim Rice (Evita, The Lion King) and composer Andrew Lloyd Webber (Evita, The Phantom of the Opera), the premiere of Jesus Christ Superstar redefined the Broadway musical and 40 years later it remains a beloved classic. The instantly recognizable tunes and daringly contemporary lyrics made it one of the most popular albums of all-time, selling over seven million copies, as well as creating a truly global smash hit, with sold-out productions in more than 40 countries.


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by A.A. Cristi - Jul 31, 2025


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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2025


Impact Arts will present a one-night only event: Summer Stock Austin 2025 Sneak Peek at the McCullough Theatre. Learn more about what to expect from the event and see how to attend.

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025


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LA Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment announced the cast for their upcoming production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble ready to bring the classic musical to life.

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Jesus Christ Superstar History

Other Productions of Jesus Christ Superstar

1971   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1972   West End London Production
West End
1977   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
1977   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1977   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1995   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1996   West End London Revival
West End
2000   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2002   US Tour First Class National Tour
US Tour
2006   Beverly, MA (Regional) North Shore Music Theatre Production
Beverly, MA (Regional)
2012   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2017   Off-Broadway All-Female Concert Production
Off-Broadway
2017   St. Louis, MO (Regional) The Muny's Revival Adaptation
St. Louis, MO (Regional)
2017   West End Regents Open Air Theatre Revival
West End
2018   Motion Picture NBC Live Televised Production
Motion Picture
2019   West End London Return Engagement at the Barbican
West End
2019   US Tour 2019 North American Tour
US Tour
2023   US Tour US Tour
US Tour
2026   West End
West End
2026   West End
West End

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