Jesus Christ Superstar
by Georgetown Palace Theatre
Jan. 16 - Feb. 15, 2015
Wikipedia:
Jesus Christ Superstar is a 1970 rock opera, whose music was composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber and whose book and lyrics were written by Tim Rice. The musical started as a rock opera concept recording before its first staging on Broadway in 1971. The musical is loosely based on the Gospels's accounts of the last week of Jesus's life, beginning with the preparation for the arrival of Jesus and his disciples in Jerusalem and ending with the crucifixion. It highlights political and interpersonal struggles between Judas Iscariot and Jesus, struggles that are not in the Bible narratives. The resurrection is not included.
The work's depiction offers a free interpretation of the psychology of Jesus and the other characters. A large part of the plot focuses on the character of Judas, who is depicted as a tragic figure dissatisfied with the direction in which Jesus steers his disciples. Contemporary attitudes and sensibilities, as well as slang, pervade the lyrics, and ironic allusions to modern life are scattered throughout the depiction of political events. Stage and film productions accordingly feature many intentional anachronisms.
Jesus Christ Superstar
Georgetown Palace Theatre
Fridays, Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. Added Saturday matinee on February 7, 2015
Tickets available on-line via www.georgetownpalace.com. Regular admission $27, seniors $25.
