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Cynthia Erivo’s ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ Controversy, Explained
Wicked’ star Cynthia Erivo’s casting as Jesus Christ in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ ignited backlash on social media, but the musical has always been controversial.
Cynthia Erivo goes from ‘Wicked’ to ‘Jesus Christ Superstar,’ sparking outrage
Cynthia Erivo goes from wicked witch to the child of God in the Hollywood Bowl run of “Jesus Christ Superstar,” drawing heated social media reactions.
Cynthia Erivo to Star as Jesus in Hollywood Bowl Production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’
Cynthia Erivo will star as Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar' at the Hollywood Bowl in summer 2025. Get the details.
Cynthia Erivo sparks 'blasphemy' outrage as Wicked star cast as JESUS in Jesus Christ Superstar production: 'Downright DISRESPECTFUL!'
Cynthia Erivo has been cast as Jesus in the Hollywood Bowl's upcoming production of Jesus Christ Superstar, set to run from August 1-3 The Emmy, Grammy and Tony winner, who is currently nominated for an Oscar for her role in Wicked,
Cynthia Erivo is Jesus: Here’s the Hollywood Bowl 2025 lineup, led by ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’
The Los Angeles Philharmonic unveils the Hollywood Bowl's 2025 season lineup, including Cynthia Erivo in "Jesus Christ Superstar" as well as Gustavo Dudamel's penultimate season.
Cynthia Erivo Cast as Jesus in Hollywood Bowl’s Production of Jesus Christ Superstar
Cynthia Erivo to play the role of Jesus in the Hollywood Bowl production of 'Jesus Christ Superstar' in August.
Cynthia Erivo Cast As Jesus In ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ At The Hollywood Bowl
Wicked’s Cynthia Erivo will play the title role of Jesus Christ Superstar at a Hollywood Bowl presentation of the classic musical this summer.
Cynthia Erivo to Play Jesus in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ at Hollywood Bowl
Performances for “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the Hollywood Bowl will begin on Aug. 1 and run through Aug. 3. More casting will be announced at a later date. Tony Award winner Sergio Trujillo is serving as director and choreographer for the show, while Tony winner Stephen Oremus is set to serve as musical director and conductor.
Cynthia Erivo will be Jesus in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar' at the Hollywood Bowl
Cynthia Erivo will star as Jesus in Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Jesus Christ Superstar," slated to run in August at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
Cynthia Erivo will star as Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar' at the Hollywood Bowl
The upcoming summer production of the cultural phenomenon at the Hollywood Bowl will be led by Sergio Trujillo, who will direct and choreograph, and Stephen Oremus, who will serve as musical director and conductor. It will also be produced in association with Neil Meron and Robert Greenblatt.
OG 'Jesus Christ Superstar' Actor Says Cynthia Erivo Haters Sadly Typical
There has been an onslaught of backlash since it was announced Cynthia Erivo would star in a short run of "Jesus Christ Superstar" in L.A. ... but one former messiah actor says haters need to chill and maybe ask
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Playlist: The Best of Cynthia Erivo
Cynthia Erivo is set to play the role of Jesus in an upcoming production of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Hollywood Bowl. The ...
Cynthia Erivo to Play Jesus in Hollywood Bowl's ‘Jesus Christ Superstar'
Cynthia Erivo will swap her Wicked hat for a halo, as she prepares to star in the biblical musical Jesus Christ Superstar at ...