“Divine Controversy: Why Cynthia Erivo’s Jesus Casting Is Sparking Outrage Among Fans!”
- Cynthia Erivo to play Jesus in new Jesus Christ Superstar, sparking online debate.
- The musical will be at the Hollywood Bowl from August 1-3, 2025.
- Cynthia previously played Mary Magdalene in an all-female 2020 production.
- Critics claim casting was politically motivated.
So far, no other actors or actresses have been confirmed, but the announcement ignited outrage on social media.
“Well, she ain’t got the part because of any ability of playing a Jewish male,” one user wrote. “Imagine being hired because of skin rather than talent.”
Cynthia Erivo was confirmed to play Jesus Christ in a new version of the musical Jesus Christ Superstar, igniting fierce debate online
Image credits: Neil Mockford/Getty Images
“This brand-new production sees Jesus Christ Superstar returning to its rock roots and features lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber,” the Hollywood Bowl’s website states.
Available seats go from $400 to $875, with the more expensive Pool Circle and Garden seats at $1270 and $995 each being unavailable.
Image credits: The Kennedy Center
Despite the controversial casting, this isn’t the first time Erivo participated in a Jesus Christ Superstar production.
She previously played the role of Mary Magdalene in an all-female version of the musical in 2020, with singer Morgan James taking on the role of Jesus at the time.
“I am so honored that all of these superstar women said ‘yes’ and came to the studio with such graciousness and sense of collaboration,” James said.
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