So here I am, sitting on my couch, watching the Lord of the Rings trilogy on TNT (there’s a great way to lose a weekend, by the way), when I see an ad for a production of Jesus Christ, Superstar coming to the Warner Theater March 17-22. Having been a fan of this particular show since I was a kid (and it’s a popular choice for musical companies during Lent), I stopped to take notice… and saw that Ted Neeley is playing Jesus.
Okay, what the hell. Ted Neeley is the best-known Superstar Jesus. He played Jesus in the movie in his 20s, played him on Broadway, played him in the touring production for the movie’s 20th anniversary in the 90s, but people: Ted Neeley is 65 years old. For the record, that’s nearly twice as old as Jesus of Nazareth ever lived to be. I caught a performance on that tour in the 90s- he was sounding a little rough then, and that was 15 years ago. And look, no disrespect to Neeley- the lead roles in Superstar are vocally challenging even to performers in their prime. There’s a lot of high-pitched shrieking to be done, and it’s a strain.
Is there really no one else who can believably play this role that we’ve got to trot out a guy who is nearly as old as my grandfather to play someone about my age? Are audiences really so unwilling to see other people playing Jesus?
Tiffany Baxendell Bridge is an Internet enthusiast and an incurable smartass. When not heckling the neighborhood political scene on Twitter, she can be found goofing off with her ukulele, Bollywood dancing, or obsessing about cult TV. She is That Woman With the Baby In the Bar.
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lol sorry to tell you that no he is not real and graphic artist who came up with that images should lose his or her job as it was badly done.. and although I agree that some of Ted’s “fans” are a bit over the top they are harmless.. I happen to know Ted a bit and so you all will have to forvive my wanting to protect his charicter. He really is a lovely man and if you were to ask him about this notion that he thinks himslf the son of God he would laugh, and agree that its a bit scarey. Just dont put the man down for being asked to play a role.
PS Simon was amazing as is James Delisco the new Judas.
I would have figured the wolf boy for being a little more formal. You know, the kind of dude who’d say hellooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!
Oooohhhh, tell wolfboy hi back!! Wish I had been there, LOL
It would be fine IF he was just playing a role, but from what I saw and heard while waiting to meet him, he pushes the envelope to the very edge. Taking the character off stage is wrong. The fans who are over the top are only there because he put them there by misrepresenting himself. I heard people talking about how Ted was so concerned about a problem they had. Do these people really think he gives them a second thought after they walk away?? He placates people by telling them what they want to hear, thus making him a phony in my book. Anyway, I wont be seeing the show again, as I saw Corey Glover and was not impressed, so when you are not impressed with the two leads, kind of pointless to pay big bucs for a less than stellar performance.
I don’t want to get involved with this argument, but I do have to make a comment. Sonja, I am guessing you are not a Christian. Ted, blessing people may seem scary to non-believers. As Christians we believe that we can all bless anyone. That is why we pray for each other. Someone who we believe is blessed so much does have the power to bless others. Just because Ted blesses his fans in no way means that he thinks he is God. It only means that he has such a close relationship with God, that God will use him as a tool. I feel that if I go to my Pastor at Church with any burdens I may have, he will bless me. I know it sounds unusual to a non-believer, but it’s normal to us.
Soraya, that is where you are wrong. I am a devout Catholic, and we believe that a personal blessing on behalf of the Father, can only come from someone ordained by Him. Sure, we can all pray for one another and wish each other the blessings of the Father, but we are not ordained to make promises on behalf of the Father or in Ted’s case, the Son. If we were all able to administer rights, why would we need priests and ministers etc.?
I guess I don’t see Ted as someone special, I see another actor playing a role. I believe he himself has said that he is not religious and does not attend church, so why the facade when he meets with people after a show?
Where was I wrong? Catholic’s are not Christians. Christians do believe that that we can be blessed by anyone who has a close relationship with God.
This thread is about a musical, a performer in that musical, and even about the larger issue of ageism in showbusiness. It is not, however, about theology. Please keep the conversation on-topic.
I don’t mean that comment to insulting in any way. A lot of my friends are catholic. I understand what you are saying, and I understand what Catholics beleive. All I’m saying is Christians beleive that anyone blessed, can pass blessings.
SAY WHAT??? Catholics are not Christians?? That is news to me. I bet the Pope would be interested in hearing that? HAhaha
Anyway, Tiffany, you are right. Let’s go back to the play reviews.
I apologize. That came out sooo wrong.
How about that local sports team?
I should add that discussion of the Translyvanian Wolf Boy is completely appropriate for any thread at We Love DC.
I think what she is trying to say is that Catholics have different beliefs in praying than Christian denominations do. Most Christian denominations share the same beliefs in praying except for Catholics. Not to say one is right and one is wrong. It’s just that Catholics are a bit stricter (if that’s a good word to use). I would be absolutely thrilled if Ted poured blessings on me.
lol well at least I did SOMETHING right lol
If that’s the case Ann, I would be thrilled if Brad Pitt blessed me, but I sure would not count on that to get me into Heaven, LOL
I think I see now where the confusion is. Ted does not bless that “one” goes to Heaven. He prays that the Lord be with them to get through difficult times. Just like if someone was to pray for your finances, marriage etc. You could ask for prayer if your foot hurt. I can see now why it looks so weird. Just to set the record straight he in no way is blessing people to Heaven. He is merely praying that the Lord work in there lives.
Thanks Tiffany for not writing anything negative for 24 hours..you were able to do it, unfortunately you were not able to write anything at all and I would like to read something that represents someone in a good light….and no, I do not mean yourself.
Ted does NOT think himself the Son of God….that is preposterous and actually in the Catholic Church anyone can baptise their child in the name of God, so I guess if someone wants a blessing that will make them feel good, then where is the harm. I visit Ted’s site, initially to look around but stayed because the Ted-Heads are so warm and welcoming. If you are in need of prayer, that is where you go, sometimes you are just in need of a kind word or a supportive shoulder, and again that is where you go. The website is not full of maniacal zealots who worship the ground Ted walks on. They rather appreciate his God-given talent, and discuss further works such as Rasputin, and Pandemonium….we would all love to see those but the audience demand keeps him in this role of JCSS…think on that one…how amazing to be in demand for so long. He is a talented musician and simply said, there are many who having met him, love him. The warmth he exudes and love he so freely gives bond you to him and he feels like an old friend you have known for an eternity…no poor puns here please. I must also let you know that he does have an incredible memory and having met you, WILL recall you again even years later. I could not do that.
As I have said over and over again, I have seen the role of Jesus played by others and have not been overly impressed, maybe John Farnham would do a good job. No-body has mentioned here however that Andrew Lloyd Weber is going to remake the Rock Opera with someone else, and this should thrill some of you….he is going to do it with a comedien who has a particularly filthy mouth…no kind, gentle man there. I cannot remember his name, blame my liver transplant here, but I know he has been arrested numerous times, and I have watched his behaviour on his own sites so for those who want a nasty Jesus, just wait and you will get your wish soon. In the meantime, let’s just leave Ted alone, you do not like him, so leave it be.
In answer to Sonja, who appears to have some distorted “facts”…and feels free to report them as factual, Ted IS a practicing Christian and does go to Church. He does not perform miracles, if so, I would have asked him to add a couple of zeros to my bank account, and I would be sitting here laughing…..seriously though, the guy has been doing this latest stint for 2 years now and it was NEVER supposed to last this long in the first place but audience demand kept them at it. He loves his friends (not fans) and in defence of them, I have never seen one of them report that they think he is God…or rather, the Son of God. How many musicians actually take time out of their schedule almost every night to talk to people, Ted is one of the few and yet another reason his friends love him. He is infamous for his Ted-hugs, maybe you guys need one…..lol
Hey Claire, maybe you need to watch the interview he did for Religion & Ethics. Out of his own mouth he said the only time he goes to church is for weddings and funerals and admitted he was NOT religious but used the word spiritual instead. But then Ted does change his story often in interviews.
As for other artists who meet with fans nightly, I can’t think of anyone who does NOT! Meeting with the public is NOT unusual, that’s how artists stay alive in the industry. I guess your activity has been limited or you would know this. You really need to get out more. Check out websites for other artists and there are tons of pictures of them with fans taken after shows.
Either way…it does not matter, the subject here is supposed to be is he too old to play the part, well the answer in my opinion is yes. He needs to move on to these other projects you all claim he has in the works and give someone else a chance. The only reason he is still in demand is because most people are curious if he can still play the role after doing the movie. I promise you, if he had not done the movie, no one would be flocking to him now. As for a new movie, that is a great idea but I disagree that a foul mouthed Jesus is in order, that is no way what I have been saying. Ted did great in the movie, he represented Jesus in the way that we are taught He was. But now, Ted is just too feeble and his voice is NOT what it used to be, he sounds ragged.
On to a better subject, Tiffany, I heard the wolfboy met with Edward this afternoon and now he twinkles!!! LOL
Now Sonja, Is there any need really to get personal with me and to make disparaging comments about my “limited activity”….I guess travelling all over the world, and experiencing ballets, opera, musicals and the like is not sufficient for you huh? As to meeting other musicians it is simply not done that they came out later and meet fans….I have never yet met other musicians, nor have I heard of others I know meeting any either. You obviously disagree with me regarding age being an issue here, I do not believe so, but possibly you believe there is a place for ageism???? I hope not. If you will not take my word for it that there are other projects in the works, you can buy his CD of Rasputin, Or Ulysses the Greek, or maybe even check out Pandemonium….don’t believe that is for sale yet but it is my understanding that that is Ted’s personal work, about I think Street Kids. He does a lot with the troubled youth….just wish that there were more like him who put their hard work where their mouths are. We just must agree to disagree, I am not going to change your minds, and no amount of personal insults directed toward me, will change mine. Just while I am pondering your comment that I need to get out more, I infact am a very busy person who LOVES theatre and have seen most everything there is to see, however lately being that I am fighting cancer, have had a liver transplant, and require another one, have an autistic daughter, run a horse rescue, you just might be right. Maybe during one of my upcoming life and death struggles, I should possibly get out to see something more….what would you suggest? So you see I am a fairly good judge of character, and I admire Ted and that is that is that, and on judgement day maybe you can explain to God that you were upset about Ted continuing in this role when he was “far too old for it”…..and we’ll see what the Big Man says…..lol
Hi Claire, I’m sorry to hear of your health issues, and you are right, we are both entitled to our opinion. But you are wrong about other artists, plain and simple. I have met over 50 different actors, musicians etc.(most recently Johnny Depp in Crown Point, In. He did a meet & greet in the town square, advertised it in the local paper) and they all have meet & greets. It’s not unusual. I dont know why you would think it was. Ted Neeley is not the only actor on the planet.
Either way, if you like the show and the actor, thats great. He’s just not my choice for the role anymore. I am sure God is pleased that His word is still being spread, but I doubt he is happy about false prophets, or people claiming to be able to bless people etc. Either way, just my opinion, so can we talk about the wolfboy now?
Hi! I must say this is good stuff here! I have not laughed so hard since I last read Ted’s guest book! A lot of the people that post over there should seek councelling. I guess God showed up the other day!
I went to see Ted in this JCS production and was blown away. Not because his voice was rock solid, I could tell that he was getting up there,and not because he “still looked the same.” His increasing baldness kinda takes away from that illusion. I was blown away because of the passion he put behined every note of his solo.
I would gladly go and see it over and over again, but with someone else interpreting the role. I think it would be fun and it is my favorite play.
I was in no way encouraged by what I saw, to think that Ted is the son of God or to go find God for that matter, I just like the play.
I also love all the reviews and comments that have come through during this production, especially this one! Thanks for the laugh, Tiffany, you go girl!
Saw the play, met the man. Not impressed with either. Yep, I’m 22.
Wow Claire, your life is so full and busy… how DO you find time to keep writing these long comments?
And Sonja, you’re right, and I HAVE PROOF: Photographic evidence of the meeting between Edward and Wolfboy.
Now again Sonja….why did you have to spoil that nice little “agree to disagree” comment with a “false prophet” scenario….and I do not think that Ted claims to be able to Bless people. Do we not all “Bless people” when we say “God Bless you”……are we not in fact determining that God WILL infact bless others if we say that, and we do say it in comfort….and it does exactly that, comfort a person in need. And you know, I have talked with dying people and reassured them about Heaven, not having been there myself. Is that not presumptious also, and when older people have seen me and thought me a relative, and they are having memory problems, and are dying, Yes I will go along with it, to give them happiness and peace of mind. I do not think there is anything wrong with that, to spread love, and joy, and kindness where ever you go, that is the reason I do not have a problem with anybody blessing anybody….because in the end if it gives them something they were lacking, and gives them inner peace, then that (I believe) is the reason we are here. Just PLEASE leave Ted alone….he is just a really good person….and so many truely do love him because of that.
So, now I am going to change the subject, but I warn you if you mention Ted again I will have to jump in to his defence…..LOL…I don’t care for any wolfboy, but now Ivan the Impaler…..what a character…..and for those of limited activity…(to use your words Sonja), he is the character that they based Dracula on…..his reign really was one of terror, mahem and good old butchery. And he regularly impaled people while he sat and ate lunch……..spagetti sauce anyone?
Tiffany…I am a fast typist especially when personally insulted, and right now my back, neck, and shoulders are hurting but if I need to ask for some graciousness here, I will have to keep tying until I get it…….Ok….so all of you….hear me out…..oh I think I have said every thing I am going to say unless you keep nit-picking…….and then tomorrow is yet another day…this is normally my unwind time, as my daughter is in bed….but you are correct, I am facing and have faced many hurdles but God does not want me right now…..I nearly died once….it is kinda funny but I lost my eyesight and my ability to talk….yeah yeah, but could think and hear, and everything was black in front of me….no light at the end of any tunnel so my friend told me later that I was going in the other direction…..if that is the case, we can continue the arguement down there?????huh?????
Claire, why wouldn’t Ted be the topic of discussion? This is a review of the show. He’s a public figure, duh? Defend away, you can’t change the fact that he’s in his 60’s, his voice is ragged and he’s quite feeble on the stage. Facts are facts.
Tiff, great shot of Edward & Wolfboy, LOL
And Claire, you can send me a postcard from”down there” I’m going the other way.
Sonja’s comment- , “I am sure God is pleased that His word is still being spread, but I doubt he is happy about false prophets”
Did I miss something here? When did he claim to be a prophet? What did he claim to prophesize? Did you have an article to back up this new claim? I think you have just reached a new low of just making things up to try to prove a point.
As I said before, we can disagree on how Mr. Neeley conducts his life off stage. We see his actions through different eyes, no harm no foul. I do know that I prefer to be around people who are more sincere in their actions with others. I have met the man, and I’m sorry, I did not buy his act, seemed he tried too hard to be nice, so much so that it appeared fake. Sorry, but that’s the way I feel. We are all entitled to our opinions. Now, as for the play, it is good enough but I like more action for my buck. I’ll take Rent anytime over Superstar, or Wicked for that matter. Tiffany, have you seen either of these?
Sonja, you couldn’t let go…you are like a dog with a bone that just won’t give it up…..I DO realise he is a public figure and like the rest of us, he IS getting older…..I do not think that his voice is ragged and he is feeble on stage….and this is not a fact….it is a subjective personal opinion. Just please leave him be…you have all had your fun…yes you have attacked someone verbally who has not had an opportunity to defend himself, and you know, that cruelty in humour is the lowest form of wit. I am particularly happy for you that you seem quite confident you will be travelling upwards at the end of your days….I do not think that any religion or Church would preach unkindness to others as a way to get into Heaven….rather grace, humility, and kindness are the way to go. Have you ever heard the saying “Live and Let LIve”….it just might apply here…so why don’t we put some of this kinetic energy that is being wasted running down a kind soul to some actual use and maybe talk about a way to stop child abuse, women battering and murder, child porn and a whole range of other subjects that actually need our energy?
Claire, maybe you are the one who should let it go. This is not a session of running down your “kind soul”, it’s a review of the show and the stars of it. This is not unkindness, it’s a review, you don’t seem to get that. I personally don’t care what Ted inflicts on others, as long as he doesn’t try to convince me that he has the authority to preach. Either way, enjoy yourself with him, and I will stick with the teachings of the first Christian Church. Maybe you, being the expert can give us a review of the other works of Mr. Neeley, Rasputin sounds like it may be a little more age approperiate.
No Sonja,
a review is definately not what it is…can someone review the show watching a television commercial and then taking pot shots at the age of the cast. No, let’s be honest here, it is an attack on a human being. I can understand if you do not like the show, nor Ted, nor the cast, nor the music. That said, I do and many more like me do…and you wonder why I cannot “let it go”…I’ll tell you why, because it is an underhanded illinformed personal opinion…and if a review were in order, then you would not be insulting those who visit his guest book and you would not insult him….at least if you were a good writer. So you see you brought it to a low by insinuating negative personal things. Honestly think for a moment, how would you feel if I attacked and attacked and attacked someone who meant something to you? Would you not jump to their defence? I do not dislike you nor am judging you, but I try hard to live a good Christian life, and based upon the teachings of the Bible, say or do not harm to others. So, I would ask you just to stop the nastiness regarding Ted and his fans. That’s all. Thanks Tiffany for not continuing this discussion…you made your point, and to your credit, did not go on and on about it. Thank you.
WHAT A ROTTEN THING TO SAY! It is easy for you to be critical and judgemental because of your youth, ignorance and lack of finess which can only develop as you age. JCSS would not be worth seeing if Ted did not play the role. I will be seeing it for the 3ed time in two years on March 13th. I have traveled three times to see it from Florida to North Carolina, and to Georgia and again I will be traveling to see it on 13 March from Florida. I have had to save up my money and do without but I find seeing it live worth it. I met Ted once and I know God walks with him and has influenced him in this role. Anyone that meets him (believer and non believer) would be able to see this. He is not God, nor does he claim to be. I am not a JCSS groupe, just a fan that learns more about her beloved savior from the role that Ted plays. Thank you Ted for doing what you do, don’t let negative people like this take away the good that you give to the world.
Just a point of interest to me Sonja….or should I say Tiffany?????? Why don’t you use one name or the other…..you are cheeky!!!!!lol
What a silly and baseless accusation. I’m an editorial coordinator here. I have an account that verifies my identity. I don’t need to stoop to silly sock-puppet tricks, and you don’t need to stoop to throwing that kind of accusation around without evidence.
I remind all of you, but especially you, Claire, about the We Love DC Comment Policy. Please do not continue to violate it by insulting WLDC staff or other commenters. If you’re only interested in insulting people who disagree with you, you can take that kind of behavior right back to the FriendsofTedNeeley group or wherever it is that you come from.
Lynn, are you saying that anyone who does not like Superstar or Ted Neeley is ignorant, or younger people are ignorant? Do people not have the right to dislike it as much as you have the right to like it? Seems pretty one sided to me.
Claire, I am sure that this is not the first time, as a matter of fact, I am sure that many times a bad review of the show has been printed, why are you so adament about proving here what a super guy Ted Neeley is? I do have one question though, if Ted is not worried about the age factor and all you “tedheads” think it’s so grand that he is still playing the role, why does he have a 15 year old picture on his opening page of his website? Why not something more currant? Because it is very misleading, you go to a show thinking you are going to see the man in this picture and what you get is far from it.
That being said, I want to thank you for comparing me to Tiffany, I only wish I had her talent for writing and her sense of humor! She appears to call it as she sees it.
So, anyone reading this who has not seen the show needs to see it and be their own judge. They have read both sides of the coin.
Phrase for the day “There is no fool like an old fool”
Or maybe “Thou shalt not bear false witness”…….
Open (your) mouth, insert foot
Would this be a good tactical use of “OH SNAP!” ? Or would that be too young and hip for the Over-50-and-love-my-Jesus-Wrinkly-and-With-a-Walker crowd?
Im not over 50 but I do respect my elders.. and the golden rule.
Oh excuse me,
but I was informed this was only a review of the show and cast and NOT an attack on a person or person(s).
Maybe you should get together and decide what it is that you are actually doing because you are here, there, and everywhere. One minute it is a review, the next, a comment on inequality of women in the entertainment industry which I and no doubt everyone, would agree with you there, it is definately alive and kicking, the next thing it is ageism, again alive and apparently doing well right here, and the next thing, it is an attack on fans of Ted, with derogatory comments insinuating that because they enjoy his shows and post on his site, they are in need of counselling….my thought is, that maybe some of you, are in dire need of some etiquette training. As I have said over and over and over again, I can understand if you do not like Ted, the cast, the music, the show, the musicians, the composer, the set, the fans, the history, the movie….but leave those alone who do. Tom, I want to just say, that no I am not 50, and to make derogatory comments about those over 50 being wrinkled and in need of walking assistance, insults those who are, including your own mother and father….would they enjoy a comment like that which includes them….as no doubt they are that age or older, or very possibly, age does bring you wisdom, and they simply understand it is merely your ignorance and inconsideration. I hope when you get to 50 and over, you are the recipient of kindness and understanding and compassion if you need it. I don’t dislike you, nor anyone here, that goes against the grain, but I do respect my elders, and those who have made the world a little bit nicer for being here….to me and many others, that includes Ted. I would so LOVE it if you could ever get to meet him….you would maybe understand us a little better. Until then, God Bless you and yours and everyone else who has contributed to this discussion….it has been interesting to say the least, and I think with so much energy here, we could talk about something that really needs work….like abuse of kids, the economy and what we are EACH going to do to help it get a little better. That is my challenge to you.
Might I just mention that the Dracula character was based on Vlad The Impaler, not Ivan The Impaler. Maybe someone got Ivan The Terrible mixed up with Prince Vlad… two different historical figures, but both had major mental issues. Unless Vlad’s middle name was Ivan? LOL!
I have seen a few different actors play Jesus in JCS. None come close to Ted. So yes Tom I guess I do love my Jesus that way. By the way, I’m 28 years old.
Ya know Claire, I let you have the last word, I gave it 24 hours before I posted, thinking you would be happy with the last word, but I can see YOU are the one who keeps stirring the pot. I have tried to change the subject as others have, and you keep bringing it back to Ted. Me thinks thou dost protest too much. And Sue P,if anyone has their foot in their mouth, it’s Claire. Yes, I have been to Neeleyontheroad.com and frankly it’s just too “preachy” for me. I like to get my sermons from those more qualified, but to each his own. As for the friends of ted neeley, I have no clue what that is but I DO know I want no part of it, Ted’s guestbook is just fun to read and laugh at.
Okay……
Roz you are right about Vlad the Impailer. I have seen JCSS movie many times, and love it, love the music and all the actors, singers and dancers. I was fortunate enough to see this production last month and my opinion is that Ted brings so much passion to this role whatever age he may be this year….after all, its just a number, right? I had the great pleasure of meeting Mr. Neeley after the show and found him to be very genuine and not GODLIKE at all. He did not fly up through the theatre to meet us. My husband is a 6th degree black belt in both Karate and Hapkido and he was showing Ted a few moves. Later that evening my husband told me he was impressed with how strong TN was, because he did show TN how to do a few holds. I sat in the theatre and could see TN doing pushups backstage before he went on. I could see through this mesh screen, and I lost count of how many he did, which were quite a few, Please dont let age fool you, we have Bruce Lees hapkido instructor coming to our studio once a month and he is in his 70s and can whip our best black belts around like wet noodles…FYI……You may or may not like the show, thats what is great about our country, free speech. We are all entitled to it. I am not IN LOVE with TN, nor do I think he is GOD, but I do love the fact that God chooses to continues to bless him and use him in bringing the gospel to the masses. God is still in control, and if He didnt want TN doing this, it would not be done. Thank you very much, this has been an interesting read…..I will go see TN perform again, because he brought Jesus to life for me on film, and I admire him for doing so…..I agree with others that there are many who think stars/athletes bleed a different color, but they do not…I came away from meeting with TN feeling he is very genuine and just one of those people who cares for his fellow human beings. It is very sad some people obviously just dont get it!!! God is the potter, TN is his clay :) Love and peace to all :)
Wait, I thought everyone agreed that Carl Anderson was the star of JCS. I mean, the story is all about how Judas was manipulated (almost cruelly, one may so) into fulfilling both his and Jesus’ destiny, right?
The story is about the last week of the life of Christ. It was written in such a way as to show the human side of Christ and his desiples from Jusdas’ point of view. Quite controversial for its time.
Sonja,
You are quite correct….we left it for 24 hours and I like you thought it over…that in our own ways we would agree to disagree but then I get Tom’s backhanded comment in my email and so if you want to lay the continuation of this conversation at anybody’s door….then lay it at his….because he was obviously not satisfied at leaving things be….he did the stirring of the cauldron not I…check the times displayed above the comments.
And to everyone…yep my bad…The historical character was Big Bad Vlad NOT as I said….Ivan….oooppps. So there we have it.
Joseph….the story is interesting and I for my part sympathise with Judas because he had to do what he had to do, and maybe he was the only one strong enough to carry through Jesus’s wishes….I think the two characters myself, have equally demanding roles in this production, but yes, it does centre around the last 7 days of the life of Christ as shown through the eyes of Judas.
Makes you wonder what you would have done if you had been there and part of the crowd when he was tortured and crucified????
I am feeling the need to make an indignant, pointless comment. Instead I will say that actors need to move through the various roles in a given script, leaving the younger ones to younger actors and likewise after maturing.