Jesus Christ Superstar

Schedule

Wed, 14 May, 2025 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 22 Jun, 2025 at 03:00 pm

UTC+10:00

Location

The Princess Theatre, Spring Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia | Melbourne, VI

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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’


Performance Times: Tue-Thurs 7pm Fri- Sat 7.30pm Matinees Wed 1pm Sat 2pm Sun 1pm & 6pm (performance times vary each week)

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The Princess Theatre, Spring Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia, Melbourne, Australia

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