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Cynthia Erivo is Jesus: Here's the Hollywood Bowl 2025 lineup, led by 'Jesus Christ Superstar'
The Los Angeles Philharmonic unveils the Hollywood Bowl's 2025 season lineup, including Cynthia Erivo in "Jesus Christ Superstar" as well as Gustavo Dudamel's penultimate season.
Cynthia Erivo will be Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar' at the Hollywood Bowl
"Wicked" star Cynthia Erivo will be Jesus Christ in Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Jesus Christ Superstar" in August at The Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
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 the Hollywood Bowl’s ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’
"Wicked: For Good" hasn't even come out yet, but Cynthia Erivo has already booked her next musical with "Jesus Christ Superstar."
Cynthia Erivo to Star as Jesus in Hollywood Bowl Production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’
Cynthia Erivo ‘s next role is the exact opposite of wicked. As announced Tuesday (Feb. 18), the singer/actress is locked in to star as the titular role in Jesus Christ Superstar, running three nights in a row at the Hollywood Bowl this August.
Cynthia Erivo will star as Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar' at the Hollywood Bowl
The upcoming summer production of the cultural phenomenon at the Hollywood Bowl will be led by Sergio Trujillo, who will direct and choreograph, and Stephen Oremus, who will serve as musical director and conductor. It will also be produced in association with Neil Meron and Robert Greenblatt.
Cynthia Erivo to Play Jesus in Hollywood Bowl’s Production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’
She has taken on some big roles, but this might be her boldest yet.
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.
OG 'Jesus Christ Superstar' Actor Says Cynthia Erivo Haters Sadly Typical
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,
Hollywood Bowl 2025 Season to Include Hugh Jackman, Juanes, Cyndi Lauper and Diana Ross as Well as Cynthia Erivo-Led ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’
The LA Phil's newly announced lineup for the 2025 Hollywood Bowl season includes Hugh Jackman, Juanes, Alabama Shakes, Diana ...
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‘Wicked’ Star to Play Jesus at the Hollywood Bowl
Actress Cynthia Erivo is in no danger of being typecast. Erivo is fresh off the screen playing Elphaba in the hit film adaptation of “Wicked.” She is now set to play Jesus in Andrew Lloyd ...
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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 ...
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Cynthia Erivo Cast as Jesus in Hollywood Bowl’s Production of Jesus Christ Superstar
According to the Hollywood Bowl website, Jesus Christ Superstar will play from Aug. 1 to Aug. 3. While other cast members will be announced at a later date, the production will be directed ...
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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 ...