This weekend I went to see Jesus Christ Superstar, the rock opera at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark. By car (from Stevens campus) the ride was only about 20 minutes and literally one straight road -- no room for getting lost. My generous boyfriend got us tickets online at a reasonable price (~$70), which unfortunately did not include parking ($12). Later I looked online and there is actually a cheaper way to get there by public transportation, and you can leave from the Hoboken Path Station! Also, there is a HUUUUGGGEE student discount option that we happened to overlook -- It is called the Student Rush Program and all you have to do is fax a copy of your Stevens ID, and you can get seats for $13!! Seriously, you can't beat that..
Well this was my first time at NJPAC, and I was really impressed by the area, and the nearby buildings.
When I finally got inside -- I knew they wouldn't dissapoint with the design of the theater!
For any of you who have seen the hit movie from many many moons ago (1973), you should know that Ted Neeley was amazing as Jesus Christ in the movie.
He was in his late 30s I believe when he did the movie, and actually came back to star in this production at NJPAC, at 65 years old! I must admit, I was worried...could he rock it out like he did so many years ago? Of course! He had such a stage presence, and he really made the show a memorable one for me. I may have been annoying my neighbors as I sang along to every.single.song. : )
I won't give away the highlights of the show, incase you plan on watching the movie, but they actually ended the show with Jesus rising to heaven after his crucifixion.....and I swear, there was no harness in sight...Greaattt job!!!
This show put me a good Easter spirit!
The only problem is.... I'm having trouble accepting that Ted Neeley actually isn't really Jesus. :)
thanks for the great photos of the show - i really like the one of the balcony tiers...I know the music of the show was great.
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