Jesus Christ Superstar starring Sam Ryder is coming to Bradford in 2027
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Jesus Christ Superstar is coming to West Yorkshire as part of a major UK tour next year.
The production, starring Sam Ryder as Jesus, is coming to the Alhambra Theatre, Bradford from Tuesday, June 29 to Saturday, July 3 2027.
Jesus Christ Superstar will tour the UK following the conclusion of its West End engagements at The London Palladium (now playing until September 5, 2026) and Theatre Royal Drury Lane (playing from October 16, 2026 to January 9, 2027).
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Producer Michael Harrison said: “We are absolutely delighted that Jesus Christ Superstar will embark on a major UK tour following the phenomenal response to this extraordinary new production.
"The tremendous buzz generated by Saturday night’s first performance at The London Palladium underlines just how special this iconic musical remains, and we are thrilled that audiences across the country will now have the opportunity to experience Tim Sheader’s visionary staging, Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary score, and Sam Ryder’s electrifying performance.
“This is fantastic news for touring theatre and audiences throughout the UK, ensuring that this remarkable production can be enjoyed by many more people following our seasons at The London Palladium and Theatre Royal Drury Lane.”
Full casting will be announced at a later date.
Jesus Christ Superstar follows the events of the last days of the life of Jesus Christ, as seen through the eyes of Judas. Reflecting the rock roots that defined a generation, the legendary score includes I Don’t Know How to Love Him, Gethsemane and the iconic title number Superstar.
For more information and tickets to the show in Bradford visit www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/whats-on/jesus-christ-superstar