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| Topic Started: Mar 1 2008, 12:35 AM (96 Views) | |
| Edge | Mar 1 2008, 12:35 AM Post #1 |
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 An incredible production from one of Broadway's legendary Producers, Andrew Loyed Webber. "ACT I. Judas is beginning to worry about Jesus (Heaven On Their Minds). He doesn't believe that Jesus is the son of God as many others now seem to think, and he is afraid that if Jesus starts getting too loud, they will draw attention from the Romans, who will then crush them. That Friday night in Bethany, the apostles are asking Jesus about his plans for the future (What's the Buzz). While they pester Jesus, Mary Magdalene seeks to comfort him by rubbing his feet and hair in oil. Judas arrives, and asks Jesus what is doing with a woman of Mary Magdalene's reputation (Strange Thing Mystifying). Jesus says to leave her alone, not to throw stones unless your slate is clean, and states that no one there cares about him. Mary Magdalene tries to calm Jesus down (Everything's Alright) and soothes him, telling him not to worry. Judas, meanwhile, is asking Jesus why good money was used on expensive ointments instead of the poor. Jesus replies that they can't be helped, and alludes to his death, saying that they'll be lost when he's gone. The following Sunday in Jerusalem, High Priest Caiaphas is with other priests, discussing what to do about Jesus (This Jesus Must Die). They conclude that Jesus must die. When Jesus arrives in Jerusalem, the crowd is ecstatic, and sings hosannas (Hosanna). Simon Zealots tries to convince Jesus that he can convince the people of Jerusalem to arm against Rome (Simon Zealots). Jesus answers that no one understands what true power or glory is, and that to conquer death, one must die (Poor Jerusalem). The next day, Pontius Pilate has a dream about Jesus, and his role in his death (Pilate's Dream). Jesus arrives at the temple in Jerusalem to find it a haven for moneylenders and merchants. He chases them out in anger (The Temple). He is then surrounded by lepers and the poor, begging to be healed. Jesus yells at them to heal themselves. Mary Magdalene tries to comfort him again (Everything's Alright (Reprise)). After Jesus is asleep, Mary Magdalene tries to decide how to deal with her love for him (I Don't Know How To Love Him). On Tuesday, Judas goes to talk with Caiaphas (Damned For All Time) and tells them where to find Jesus on Thursday night (Blood Money). A distant choir tells Judas, "Well done." ACT II. It is Thursday night in the garden of Gathsemane, and Jesus is performing the Last Supper (The Last Supper). The apostles discuss how they're glad to be where they are now, while Jesus suffers from doubt. He announces that Peter will deny him, and another of his twelve chosen will betray him. Judas confronts him, telling Jesus that he knows very well that Judas is the one that will be the betrayer. Judas leaves, and the other apostles go to sleep. Jesus stays awake, and prays (Gethsemane). He wants to know why he must die, why he must go through with his Father's plan. Judas arrives later, and betrays Jesus with a kiss (The Arrest). Caiaphas asks if he is the Son of God, and Jesus answers that that is what others say that he is. Peter denies he ever knew Jesus to three people (Peter's Denial). Mary Magdalene wonders how Jesus could have known. Jesus is taken to Pilate, who sends him off to Herod, since Jesus comes from Galilee (Pilate and Christ). King Herod asks Jesus to perform miracles to prove that he is the Son of God; if he does, Herod will let him go free (King Herod's Song). Jesus refuses, and he is sent back to Pilate. Judas sees the bruised and beaten state Jesus is in, and wonders how he could have done such a thing to Jesus. He hangs himself, saying that Jesus has murdered him. Pontius Pilate tries to help Jesus, and tries to sate the crowd's cry for crucification with 39 lashes (Trial Before Pilate). But the crowds still clamor for Jesus's death, and he is sent to be crucified. The voice of Judas is heard as Jesus carries his cross (Superstar). He wonders why Jesus choose the particular time and place that he did, and why he choose to sacrifice himself for others. Jesus is nailed to the cross (The Crucifixion). He dies, and into his Father's hands he commends his spirit. His body is then taken to a tomb (John Nineteen Forty-One)." -Musicals.net IT WAS GREAT!! I just got home from it and just had to post about it! Twigg and I went (seperatly) but saw each other during intermission. the ChanMan gives it:  5 out of 5 (for incredible acting and supurb music)P.S. from now on here I go by "the ChanMan" in this section. once a week I will rate a recent movie or play, and a short summary. enjoy!  Edited by Edge, Mar 1 2008, 12:49 AM.
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| twigg violence | Mar 1 2008, 01:08 AM Post #2 |
Spamlessness is Godliness
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I totally back up his statement. It was AMAZING. ESPECIALLY since it was Ted Neely playing Jesus. He also played Jesus in one of the film adaptations from the seventies. I wasn't much on Judas, who seemed to lack confidence, and Mary, who was off-key a few times. Herod was my favorite!! And to all who read this thread, I advise you to come see GLHS's production of Jesus Christ Superstar this May! Twiggy MIGHT be in it! Nothing is set in stone! It's a rock opera, i.e. ELECTRIC GUITAR. Come see! It's fun!! |
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| Edge | Mar 1 2008, 03:55 PM Post #3 |
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W00t!! I could play lead Guitar 4 Mr. Shell! lol but Im gonna be on stage crew and the tech stuff. ph34r my curtian op3ning skills! |
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| Fluffy | Mar 1 2008, 07:11 PM Post #4 |
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lmao. XD curtain skills!!! |
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| The Fasian | Mar 2 2008, 01:00 AM Post #5 |
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My sister will be in this, but she's not the lead girl. I'll have to ask her who it is. |
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| twigg violence | Mar 2 2008, 08:30 PM Post #6 |
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She doesn't know who she is yet, Linkster. Nobody does. If she gives you an answer today, she's being arrogant. Tri-Edge, you have to SIGN UP and TALK TO PEOPLE to get on crew. And crew doesn't pull curtains. Believe me, I've worked crew before. Plus, there will be no (absolutely no) curtains for JCS, just like how it was at the palace. But I encourage you to join crew. It is massively fun! And I'll be there if I'm not cast in the musical itself. I want to be a leper XD |
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| Edge | Mar 3 2008, 12:22 AM Post #7 |
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naw u should be Mary!! LOL she's sooooooooo you! Jk I'll ask Mrs.M tomorrow to be on stage crew.
Edited by Edge, Mar 3 2008, 12:23 AM.
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| The Fasian | Mar 3 2008, 05:39 PM Post #8 |
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Yeah, my sister has no clue who she'll be but I'm sure she's in it. I'm about to do stage crew, but SSB?? is to fun -.-
Edited by The Fasian, Mar 3 2008, 05:40 PM.
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| twigg violence | Mar 3 2008, 06:13 PM Post #9 |
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I so totally completely do NOT want to be Mary. I auditioned for a chorus part anyway  Hopefully the cast list will be up tomorrow >_< I'm pissed that it didn't go up today. |
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| Dylan | Mar 3 2008, 06:38 PM Post #10 |
DOUBLE SHIFTS. NO BREAKS.
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Super Smash Bros: THE NATIVITY! -Pause for awesomeness to come flooding in- |
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