Stories by @theaterfancasts

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar is a sung-through rock opera with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. Loosely based on the Gospels' accounts of the Passion, the work interprets the psychology of Jesus and other characters, with much of the plot centred on Judas, who is dissatisfied with the direction in which Jesus is steering his disciples. Contemporary attitudes, sensibilities and slang pervade the rock opera's lyrics, and ironic allusions to modern life are scattered throughout the depiction of political events. Stage and film productions accordingly contain many intentional anachronisms.

Assassins

The story takes place at a carnival shooting gallery, where a Proprietor invites the audience to “Shoot the President - win a Prize.” Eight assassins from different eras of American history emerge, each with their unique story and circumstances.

Company Live at the Hollywood Bowl

Company is a musical that explores the themes of dating, marriage, and divorce. It centers on Bobby, a single man who turns 35 and questions his relationship choices. The musical is composed of a series of vignettes that show Bobby's interactions with his married friends.

Newsies

In 1899, the New York streets were run with Newsies, kids who sold newspapers for a penny each. Then once Joseph Pulitzer jacked up the price of the papers, they went on strike. And this began one of the most legendary unions in American history.