Manchester Theatre News & Reviews
In Conversation with SHEM OMARI JAMES discussing Jesus Christ Superstar at The Lowry, Salford
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We chatted to Shem Omari James who is playing the character of Judus in the UK touring production of Jesus Christ Superstar. It takes centre stage at The Lowry, Salford on May 21st to 25th 2024.
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Timothy Sheader (Crazy for You, Into the Woods) directs this mesmerizing new production of the iconic global phenomenon, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR which comes to Salford for one week!
Starring Ian McIntosh (We Will Rock You, Follies, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical) as Jesus, Shem Omari James (Dreamgirls UK Tour) as Judas and Hannah Richardson (Sting’s The Last Ship) as Mary. Originally staged by London’s Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, this reimagined production won the 2017 Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival.
Choreographed by Drew McOnie (King Kong, Strictly Ballroom), and with music and lyrics by multi-award winners Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is set during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ. Reflecting the rock roots that defined a generation, the legendary score includes ‘I Don’t Know How to Love Him’ and ‘Gethsemane’.
Don’t miss your chance to see this “gorgeous, thrilling, heavenly musical.” – The Guardian.
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Karen Ryder asks the questions.
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