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Cynthia Erivo to Star as Jesus in Summer Production of 'Jesus Christ Superstar'

Cynthia Erivo will portray Jesus in a summer production of 'Jesus Christ Superstar' at the Hollywood Bowl, running from August 1-3, 2025.

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  1. Cynthia Erivo to Play Jesus in Hollywood Bowl's 'Jesus Christ Superstar'

    Following her turn as the ostracized Elphaba in Wicked, Erivo has garnered best actress nominations at the Golden Globes, Critics Choice, Screen Actors Guild, and Academy Awards.

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  2. Cynthia Erivo will be Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar' at the Hollywood Bowl

    The role marks the Oscar nominee’s return to the stage nearly a decade after her acclaimed Broadway debut in “The Color Purple” as Celie Harris, which earned her a Tony in 2016 for best lead actress in a musical.

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Updated: Feb 18th, 2025, 2:44 PM ET

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Cynthia Erivo, noted for her role in 'Wicked,' will star as Jesus in a summer production of 'Jesus Christ Superstar' at the Hollywood Bowl, directed by Sergio Trujillo. Scheduled from August 1 to 3, this iconic rock musical explores the last days of Jesus through Judas' perspective. Erivo, who previously performed in an all-female version of the musical, is expected to attract significant attention, both for her talent and her public identity. The Hollywood Bowl's summer season also features numerous other performances.

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