Jesus Christ Superstar
13 April 2027 to 17 April 2027
About Jesus Christ Superstar
Oxford, what’s the buzz? The record-breaking West End production of Jesus Christ Superstar, starring Sam Ryder in the iconic role of Jesus, is now coming to New Theatre Oxford for one week only.
Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar follows the events of the last days of the life of Jesus Christ, as seen through the eyes of Judas. Reflecting the rock roots that defined a generation, the legendary score includes ‘I Don’t Know How to Love Him’, ‘Gethsemane’ and the iconic title number ‘Superstar’.
Tim Sheader directs the global phenomenon, with choreography by Olivier Award-winner Drew McOnie and design by Tony and Olivier Award-winner Tom Scutt.
Don’t miss your chance to see this “gorgeous, thrilling, heavenly musical.”– The Guardian.
Please note that Sam Ryder will not be performing Wednesday 14 April 2027, 2.30pm.
The Producer cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist – which is always subject to illness, injury and events beyond the producers’ control.
Reviews
A gorgeous, thrilling, heavenly musical
The Guardian
An adrenaline – pumping production
The New York Times
Hallelujah! An almighty revelation
The Daily Telegraph
Watch the trailer
Tickets
Tickets are subject to a transaction fee.
See important booking information below.
Booking information
Dates & Times:
Tuesday 13 to Saturday 17 April 2027
Tuesday to Saturday at 7.30pm
Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday at 2.30pm
Running time:
This show has an interval
Age guidance:
10+
Content guidance:
The show contains flashing lights and visual effects, pyrotechnics, theatrical smoke and haze, some violence, imitation blood, and an onstage depiction of the crucifixion.
About New Theatre Oxford
There has been a theatre on George Street for almost 170 years. The first theatre was built in 1836, and a second in 1886. In 1934, the third New Theatre opened.
The theatre has been owned by several different companies and undergone several name changes. It is now owned by the Ambassador Theatre Group and hosts everything from ballet and opera to musicals.
On performance days, the Box Office opens at noon and closes 15 minutes after the show starts. If there is a performance on a Sunday or Bank Holiday, Box Office will open 2 hours before the show begins and close 15 minutes after the show starts.
There is a large air-conditioned bar with seating located below the Stalls Foyer, two further bars in the Circle Foyer and an additional one at the back of the balcony. All stocked with an array of drinks and snacks.
There is a cloakroom located in the stalls bar. If this is closed, please speak to a member of staff. £1 per item. It is free to ATG Theatre Card members.
See important information about Getting there and Access here
