Adam Lambert has been cast as Judas in a limited run of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Jesus Christ Superstar alongside Cynthia Erivo as Jesus, scheduled for August 1 and 3 at the Hollywood Bowl. Lambert's casting follows his Broadway performance in Cabaret, while Erivo faces backlash for her role as a queer Black woman in a historically Christian narrative. Directed by Sergio Trujillo, this production continues a tradition of racial diversity within the musical since its premiere, further emphasizing inclusivity and evolving interpretations of classic works.
Erivo's casting was met with predictable anger from religious zealots, with many denouncing the casting of a queer Black woman as a 'siege' against Christianity.
The former Glee star's casting was announced by the official Hollywood Bowl Instagram account as he joins Erivo in Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock musical.
This limited run production of Jesus Christ Superstar will be directed by Tony winner Sergio Trujillo and marks Erivo's first major role since Wicked.
Webber's Jesus Christ Superstar has featured numerous racially-diverse casts since its premiere in 1971, showcasing inclusivity and representation over the years.
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