Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane tickets
About Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane
Don't miss Sam Ryder as he makes his West End debut as Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar, as the award-winning production runs at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Book Jesus Christ Superstar tickets on TodayTix.
Jesus Christ Superstar in London is a rock musical by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. It follows the final weeks of Jesus Christ's life, told entirely from the perspective of Judas Iscariot, his great betrayer. With a legendary score that explores faith, devotion, and cruelty, we walk with Jesus to his crucifixion.
This limited run stars Sam Ryder as Jesus and Tyrone Huntley as Judas Iscariot, with Desmonda Cathabel as Mary Magdalene and David Thaxton as Pontius Pilate. There will be celebrity performers sharing the role of King Herod throughout the season, including Matt Bomer, Rob Brydon, Reece Shearsmith, Bob the Drag Queen, Michael Ball, Simon Russell Beale, Omid Djalili, and Layton Williams.
Categories
Age
Ages 10+
Start date
16th October, 2026
End date
9th January, 2027
Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane cast and creative team
Lyrics By: Tim Rice
Music by: Andrew Lloyd Webber
Director: Tim Sheader
Choreography: Drew McOnie
Cast list: Sam Ryder
Design: Tom Scutt
Venue
Directions
Location: West End
Railway station: Charing Cross
Bus numbers: (Aldwych) 6, 11, 13, 23, 59, 68, 87, 171, 172, 188, RV1, X68
Night bus numbers: (Aldwych) 6, 23, 188, N11, N13, N26, N47, N68, N87, N89, N155, N171, N551
Car park: Drury Lane, Parker Street (5mins)
Directions from tube: (5mins) Go right on Long Acre; turn right into Bow Street and after 100 metres it will be on your left in Russell Street/Catherine Street.
More information about Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane
Jesus Christ Superstar is a musical that began its life as a concept album before opening on Broadway in 1971 and in the West End the following year. The original London production ran for more than eight years, making it the longest-running musical in West End history at the time.
Now, the award-winning production runs at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in a star-led summer run, inviting audiences to see a formidable restaging of a timeless classic. This staging of Jesus Christ Superstar is set to be a night at the theatre that audiences are not soon to forget, with a rolling cast of King Herods.
This production boasts a masterful creative team, including direction by Tim Sheader, choreography by Olivier Award-winner Drew McOnie, design by Tony and Olivier Award-winner Tom Scutt, musical supervision by Tom Deering, lighting design by Lee Curran, and sound design by Adam Fisher.
What to watch for
- The original Broadway production was nominated for five Tony Awards in 1972.
- In 2016, the show won a Laurence Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival.
- There are two film adaptations of Jesus Christ Superstar, one made in 1973 and the other in 1999.
- The 1970 concept album was quite popular, and its 1971 release topped the US Billboard Pop Albums.
Frequently asked questions
What is Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane about?
Don’t miss Sam Ryder as Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar, as the star-led production runs to Theatre Royal Drury Lane runs to Theatre Royal Drury Lane with brilliant direction by Tim Sheader.
How do you get tickets for Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane?
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Which theatre is Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane at?
Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane is at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane, which is located at Catherine Street, London, WC2B 5JF.
What is the age recommendation for Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane?
Ages 10+
How much are tickets for Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane?
Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane tickets start at £31.
Who wrote Jesus Christ Superstar?
This production includes music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice.
What songs are in Jesus Christ Superstar?
This show includes many incredible songs, including “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” “The Last Supper,” and “John 19:41.”
Who directed Jesus Christ Superstar?
Tim Sheader stages the show.
Is Jesus Christ Superstar appropriate for kids?
Jesus Christ Superstar is best recommended for those ages 10 and above. Children under the age of 4 will not be admitted to the theatre, and those aged 15 or under must be accompanied by an adult. This production also contains some violence, imitation blood, and an onstage depiction of the crucifixion.
Is Jesus Christ Superstar good?
Jesus Christ Superstar is an incredible classic rock musical with Sam Ryder making his West End debut as Jesus and a rotating celebrity line-up ready to dazzle the stage, sharing the role of King Herod. This staging brings a bold production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s musical back to London.
