US EditionWatch Cynthia Erivo Power Through a Malfunction as Jesus in "Jesus Christ Superstar" Show
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, AUG 4 – Cynthia Erivo’s casting as Jesus in a gender-blind, diverse production of Jesus Christ Superstar challenged tradition and sparked debate during a sold-out Hollywood Bowl event.
- At the Hollywood Bowl on August 1, Cynthia Erivo debuted as Jesus, with Adam Lambert saying she was 'supposed to provoke and challenge.'
- Originally utilising rock and roll, Superstar is supposed to provoke and challenge, with Erivo's casting intended to stimulate minds and challenge norms, Lambert said.
- An audience of 17,500 gave her a mid-show standing ovation of over two minutes, after Erivo held the show's signature epic ballad for six minutes.
- On Saturday, August 2, Erivo's mic was turned off during her performance, and Lambert defended her casting amid backlash, with a fan praising her as 'handled like the pro she is'.
- That this Jesus Christ Superstar was led by two openly queer performers felt refreshing 55 years after its debut, highlighting ongoing debates on LGBTQ representation.
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