Overview
AN ALBUM THAT INSPIRED A REVOLUTION.
A REVELATION THAT CHANGED THE WORLD.
A REINVENTION FOR THIS MILLENNIUM.
The iconic global phenomenon, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, arrives at QPAC from June with a mesmerising new production that has received unprecedented acclaim and accolades during its US and UK tours, including an Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival.
This must-see musical will feature one of Australia’s most well-respected musicians and acclaimed recording artist, Michael Paynter as Jesus, the dynamic musical theatre star Javon King as Judas and soul and blues powerhouse, Mahalia Barnes, as Mary. Globally renowned comedian, singer, and writer Reuben Kaye will play Herod and rock theatrical star Peter Murphy plays Pilate.
Featuring lyrics and music by Emmy, GRAMMY, Oscar and Tony winners Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR dramatises the final weeks of Jesus Christ’s life through the perspective of Judas. The legendary score features hits like “I Don’t Know How to Love Him”, “Gethsemane”, and “Superstar”.
Don’t miss your chance to experience this unforgettable musical.
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Gallery
Gallery
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Michael Paynter And Mahalia Barnes Photo by Jeff Busby 
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Michael Paynter And The Ensemble Cast Of Jesus Christ Superstar Photo by Jeff Busby 
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Michael Paynter And The Ensemble Cast Of Jesus Christ Superstar Photo by Jeff Busby 
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Michael Paynter And The Ensemble Cast Of Jesus Christ Superstar Photo by Jeff Busby 
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Peter Murphy And The Ensemble Cast Of Jesus Christ Superstar Photo by Jeff Busby 
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Reuben Kaye And The Ensemble Cast Of Jesus Christ Superstar Photo by Jeff Busby 
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The Ensemble Cast Of Jesus Christ Superstar Photo by Jeff Busby 
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Javon King And Michael Paynter Jesus Christ Superstar Photo by Jeff Busby 
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Javon King And The Ensemble Cast Of Jesus Christ Superstar Photo by Jeff Busby 
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Mahalia Barnes Jesus Christ Superstar Photo by Jeff Busby 
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