One of the most popular Broadway shows of all times, rock-opera ?Jesus Christ
Superstar?, will be in Santo Domingo for a limited time. Starring Carlos Alfredo
Fatule as Jesus, Hector Anibal as Judas, Robmariel Olea as Maria Magdalena,
Miguel Santana as Peter and Antonio Melenciano as Caifas. Scenography, the
musical will be overseen by Fidel Lopez, lighting is by Enmanuel Ferry, and
Enrique Chao will act as production assistant. Choreographer Isadora Bruno will
unite with the Santo Domingo Pops Orchestra and National Music Conservatory
Choir to coordinate the production?s 50 actors and 16 dancers in 27 musical
numbers.
Producer Amaury S?nchez announced that the two-hour long musical will be
presented exclusively at the National Theater from 5-7 September. ?Jesus Christ
Superstar? first took to the National Theater?s stage in 1982. S?nchez said the
drama depicts the uncertainties and difficulties confronted by humans when
forced to make decisions. The drama focuses on Judas, who, distraught over his
betrayal of Jesus, commits suicide.
Tickets cost RD$350, and RD$450-RD$650. There will be showings at 5pm on 5 and 6
September, and at 5pm and 8pm on Sunday, 7 September. Must be 13 years and over.