Casting Performers for "Jesus Christ Superstar" Play
Performers needed for "Jesus Christ Superstar". See the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Jesus Christ Superstar tells the story of biblical Jesus in the final days leading up to his crucifixion. A rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, the musical has no spoken dialogue and is sometimes considered a modern rock-opera. Loosely based on the Gospels, Superstar focuses on the personal conflicts between Jesus, his disciples, the people of Israel, and the leadership of Rome. Special attention is played to the relationship between Judas Iscariot and Jesus, as well as Jesus’ relationship with Mary Magdalene. The musical is unique among biblical retellings in that it focuses on both Judas’ struggle in making the decision to betray Jesus and Jesus’ human psychology, fear, and anger in understanding and accepting his role as both leader and martyr. Additional info: Please note: there is a production fee applied. Callbacks: August 27, 2025, from 6:30-8:30 pm Show dates: Nov. 6-9, 2025 Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested please apply.
18 roles
Vocal range (A2-G5) - Title role, leader of the twelve disciples, called the "Son of God" and the "King of the Jews." Jesus has a difficult time accepting his fate without answers on why he must die. This role requires someone that can show Leadership, Confusion, Strength, Vulnerability and Optimism, often at the same time.
Vocal range (D3-D5) - One of the twelve apostles of Jesus; concerned for the poor and the consequences of Jesus's fame. Judas believes in Jesus's teaching but has started to grow weary of those in power coming after him and his followers. The role requires someone that can show Frustration, Yearning, Weakness, Dismay and Pessimism, often at the same time.
Female presenting - Vocal range, Mezzo-Soprano (F3-Eb5) - A female follower of Jesus who finds herself falling in love with him. The role requires an actress that can show Grace, Stability, Weakness and Compassion.
Vocal range (A2-B4) - Governor of Judea who foresees the events of Jesus's crucifixion from beginning to aftermath in a dream and finds himself being presented with that very situation. The role requires someone that can show Authority, Rage, Fragility, and Fear.
Male presenting - Vocal range, Bass (C#2-F4) - One of the main antagonists of the show. High priest who sees Jesus as a threat to the nation. He is in a man in power who fears losing that power to Jesus. This role requires an actor that can show Anger, Power, and Angst.
Countertenor (G2-D5) - One of the main antagonists of the show. Fellow priest at the side of Caiaphas who is persuaded by Caiaphas into seeing Jesus as a threat. Annas can seem more conniving than Caiaphas. This role requires someone that can show Disgust, Displeasure, and Loathing
Male presenting - Baritone (A2-G4) - One of Jesus's twelve apostles; denies Jesus three times upon the night of Jesus's arrest to save himself. Peter has an obsession with impatience. This roles requires an actor that can show Tenacity, Worry, Impatience, and Regret.
Vocal Range (G3-B4) - One of Jesus's twelve apostles; urges Jesus to lead his followers into battle against the Romans. Simon is under the belief that violence can solve all their problems. This role requires someone that can show Energy, Youthfulness and Animosity.
Male presenting - Baritone (C#3-G4) - The King of Galilee; Jesus is brought to him for judgment after first being taken to Pilate. Herod is a comedic role. He starts very nonchalant and as his song progresses he becomes more irritated when he doesn't get his way.
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