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Cynthia Erivo to Star as Jesus in Hollywood Bowl Production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’
@Source: billboard.com
Cynthia Erivo‘s next role is the exact opposite of wicked. As announced Tuesday (Feb. 18), the singer/actress is locked in to star as the titular role in Jesus Christ Superstar, running three nights in a row at the Hollywood Bowl this August.
The Pinocchio star personally shared the news of her casting on Instagram, as well as reposted the announcement on her Story and wrote, “Just a little busy this summer.”
“Can’t wait!” Erivo added.
Set for three back-to-back shows Aug. 1-3 at the famed Los Angeles amphitheater, the Sergio Trujillo-directed production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s beloved musical will see Jesus Christ Superstar “returning to its rock roots,” according to a description on Hollywood Bowl’s website. The show retells the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection through the eyes of his biblical betrayer, Judas Iscariot, while examining the prophet’s relationships to his disciples and Mary Magdalene — characters who will be played by additional “all-star” cast-members that’ll be announced at a future date, the site promises.
The news comes in the middle of an awards run for John M Chu’s Wicked movie, in which the Tony winner stars as Elphaba alongside Ariana Grande’s Glinda. Erivo has picked up best actress nominations at the 2025 Golden Globes and BAFTAs — though she lost to The Substance‘s Demi Moore and Anora‘s Mikey Madison, respectively — as well as the upcoming Screen Actors Guild Awards and Oscars.
Erivo will also soon add an extra meaningful trophy to her shelf (which already includes an Emmy, a Grammy and a Tony, mind you). Earlier this month, GLAAD announced that the performer will receive the annual Stephen F. Kolzak prize at the advocacy group’s 2025 awards ceremony March 27, in recognition of her making a “significant difference in raising visibility and promoting acceptance of LGBTQ people and issues.”
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