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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 play Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar'
Actor and singer Cynthia Erivo is set to play Jesus Christ this summer in a production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's "Jesus Christ Superstar" at the Hollywood Bowl. Taking to her Instagram handle,
Cynthia Erivo’s new role playing Jesus sparks outrage and has people in ‘meltdown’
The show has also gender-bended the cast and in 2020 Erivo starred as Mary Magdalene in an all-female album version of Jesus Christ Superstar, titled She Is Risen. Erivo is also no stranger to the stage and earned a Tony award in 2016 for best lead actress in the Broadway musical The Color Purple in which she played Celie Harris.
Cynthia Erivo Cast As Jesus Christ In ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’
Cynthia Erivo will be walking on water as Jesus Christ this summer. The actress took to Instagram on Tuesday (Feb. 18), resharing a post by Broadway World, revealing her brand new role in Jesus Christ Superstar premiering at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
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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
This is how netizens reacted to Cynthia Erivo's role as Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar'
The recent announcement of Cynthia Erivo portraying Jesus in the Hollywood Bowl's upcoming production of Jesus Christ Superstar has ignited a fervent debate across social media platforms. Erivo, renowned for her award-winning performance as Elphaba in the film adaptation of Wicked,
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Woke 'Wicked' Star to Play Jesus in Blasphemous Musical at Hollywood Bowl
British singer and actress Cynthia Erivo is slated to play Jesus Christ in the musical “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the ...
Jesus Christ Superstar rehearsal at the Civic Theater in Allentown | PHOTOS
This cast of Jesus Christ Superstar rehearses Wednesday Feb. 19, 2025 at the Civic Theater in Allentown. The rock opera is on ...
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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 Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical this summer. Performances of ...
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Cynthia Erivo to Play Jesus in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ at Hollywood Bowl
Cynthia Erivo is set to play Jesus Christ this summer in a production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the Hollywood Bowl. Erivo shared the news via ...
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Cynthia Erivo will star as Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar' at the Hollywood Bowl
Cynthia Erivo is taking on another musical for her next role. Cynthia Erivo is taking on another musical for her next role. On Tuesday, it was announced that the "Wicked" star and three-time Oscar ...
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Cynthia Erivo to Star as Jesus Christ in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ At Hollywood Bowl
Cynthia Erivo will take on the role of Jesus Christ in a summer production of “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the Hollywood Bowl. Erivo previously played Mary Magdalene in an all-female version ...