Tuesday, December 19, 2017

John Legend Staring in Jesus Christ Superstar


John Legend cast as Jesus of Nazareth in Jesus Christ Superstar Live on NBC...

NBC execs tell Variety
“This score demands a singer with an amazing range and an actor with great depth, and there isn’t anyone better to bring this story to a new audience. His casting is also groundbreaking as the traditional image of Christ will be seen in a new way.”
Rocker Alice Cooper has been cast as King Harrod.

Jesus Christ Superstar airs on NBC Easter Sunday April 1, 2018.