Review of Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert (2018) by Michael G — 01 Apr 2018

Not perfect with many problems but still damn good at all the moments when it counted.

This review of Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert (2018) was written by Michael G on 01 Apr 2018.

Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ken M (237) on 01 Sep 2018

Best show I've ever seen on live stage, on TV, in movie theater ... wherever. killer music, sining, dancing. Just fabulous…

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By Joshua Rivera (91) for GQ (31) on 05 Aug 2018

Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert proved just how freaking good a live TV musical can be when it's firing on all cylinders…

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By David Rooney (943) for Hollywood Reporter (2,966) on 31 Mar 2018

Here's the thing: This was a phenomenally balanced production of Jesus Christ Superstar, in which star power was equaled by depth of feeling…

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By W Michael B (2) on 03 Apr 2018

The only downside were the incessant commercials. Although the irony is not lost…

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By Lauren Piester (1) for E! Online (838) on 31 Mar 2018

Final verdict: That was so great that we don't even care about how confused we sometimes were. Also, Hot Topic should merchandise the costumes…

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By Chris B (2,902) on 01 Apr 2018

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By Rich H (143) on 31 Mar 2018

Perfectly casted - Legend, Dixon and Bareilles…

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The only downside were the incessant commercials. Although the irony is not lost…

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This Superstar was the closest that live television has come to creating a hybrid new form, combining elements of epic cinema, the stage musical,…

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A great and diverse cast brings up life to the revival of a classical with powerful musical numbers…

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