
Cynthia Erivo will star as Jesus in Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Jesus Christ Superstar," slated to run at the beginning of August at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. Erivo, hot off her performance as Elphaba in the hit film adaptation of "Wicked," took to her Instagram story on Tuesday to confirm the news. "Just a little busy this Summer. Can't wait!!
Main Idea: Cynthia Erivo will play Jesus in a Hollywood Bowl production of “Jesus Christ Superstar” in early August.
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Some theater fans may be upset by debate over casting choices, which can fuel online backlash and distract from the show.
Cynthia Erivo in a major role may draw more people to live theater and support jobs and local spending around the Hollywood Bowl.
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Central person in the article; the story is about her casting as Jesus and her return to the.
Named creator of Jesus Christ Superstar and a key figure tied to the production being discussed.
The venue hosting the production; relevant to the article but not the central actor.
Named director and choreographer of the Hollywood Bowl production, but not the main focus.
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