Jesus Christ Superstar

The global phenomenon November 2024 - January 2025
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AN ALBUM THAT INSPIRED A REVOLUTION.
A REVELATION THAT CHANGED THE WORLD.
A REINVENTION FOR THIS MILLENNIUM.

The iconic global phenomenon, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, is now playing at the Capitol Theatre. This mesmerising new production has received unprecedented acclaim and accolades during its US and UK tours, including an Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival.

This must-see musical features one of Australia’s most well-respected musicians and acclaimed recording artist, Michael Paynter as Jesus, the dynamic musical theatre star Javon King as Judas and soul and blues powerhouse, Mahalia Barnes, as Mary. Globally renowned comedian, singer, and writer Reuben Kaye plays Herod and rock theatrical star Peter Murphy portrays Pilate.

Featuring lyrics and music by Emmy, GRAMMY, Oscar and Tony winners Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd WebberJESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR dramatises the final weeks of Jesus Christ's life through the perspective of Judas. The legendary score features hits like "I Don’t Know How to Love Him," "Gethsemane," and "Superstar."

Don’t miss your chance to experience this unforgettable musical.

  • Running time: approximately 1 hour 50 minutes, including a 20 minute interval.
  • Age recommendation: Ages 10+. All persons aged 16 or under must be accompanied and seated alongside an adult from the same ticket transaction. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket.  
  • Content warning: this sung-through musical (which contains loud music) centres on the final days of the life of Jesus. It contains flashing lights, flame and visual effects, theatrical smoke and haze, some violence and an onstage depiction of the crucifixion.
  • Ticket enquiries and exchanges: More information can be found on the Jesus Christ Superstar website here.
  • Authorised tickets: Purchase your tickets via Ticketmaster Australia. Beware, we have no obligation to honour tickets purchased via unauthorised re-sellers, such as Viagogo, eBay, Gumtree or otherwise, as these may be invalid tickets and you may be refused entry. In NSW it is illegal to resell a ticket for more than 110% of the face value of the ticket, as regulated by NSW Fair Trading.
  • The appearance of any member of cast is subject to change and may be affected by contracts, holiday, illness, or events beyond the producers’ control.

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What time do I need to arrive before a show?

We recommend that you arrive at least 15-30 minutes before the performance starts – or earlier if you would like to enjoy a drink in one of the theatre’s licensed bars.

What if I'm late and the performance has started?

Live theatre has a ‘lock-out’ policy; a period after the curtain goes up when late-comers are not permitted to enter the auditorium. Lock-out periods are set by the production and vary from show to show. Patrons arriving late will be admitted when there’s a suitable break in the performance.