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Jesus Christ Superstar : 5 of 5
10.30.2004 8:11 PM \| Link	This was my fourth time to see a production of this fantastic musical, but the first time to see a true Broadway touring company. This show decided to go with a more modern approach to costumes and sets, and they really pulled it off well - rather than going for the tired 60s hippie look, the costumes were updated to today's culture, with Jesus' followers wearing jeans and cool street clothes, while the Roman guards were in black uniforms with riot shields! The set was made of pillars that resembled being underneath a bridge and Roman pillars at the same time, with a second level catwalk and amazing lighting that really made the most of the space. The performers were all top-notch - Jesus could do an eerie soft falsetto when needed (thanks to the small headset mics) and still scream for that authentic sound. Judas had an incredible voice, and Caiaphas and Annas were hilarious since one was a huge guy and one was short. Mary was wonderful, too, and did a nice acting job - she had a great way of singing her lines with real emotion. The live music was well done, though I wish they would have sprung for a couple horns rather than the synthesizer. This was without a doubt the best of the productions I've seen! Labels: arts


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