Jesus Christ Superstar - Theatre Royal Drury Lane Tickets

Jesus Christ Superstar at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Sam Ryder stars as Jesus in the West End return of Jesus Christ Superstar, as the acclaimed production transfers to the Theatre Royal Drury Lane for a strictly limited season from 16 October 2026 to 9 January 2027. Following its summer run at the London Palladium, this electrifying revival continues its London journey in one of the West End’s most iconic theatres.

The role of Herod will be shared by Matt Bomer, Rob Brydon, Reece Shearsmith, Bob The Drag Queen, Michael Ball, Simon Russell Beale, Omid Djalili, Layton Williams and one other soon-to-be-announced star! Find out the exact dates in our handy Herod Guide.

Want to see the show sooner? Don't forget, Jesus Christ Superstar is playing at the London Palladium from 20 June to 5 September 2026 too!

About Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar is the groundbreaking rock opera that retells the final days of Jesus Christ through the perspective of Judas Iscariot. Set against rising political tension and personal betrayal, the story explores faith, power, loyalty and destiny as events spiral towards an inevitable conclusion.

Driven by its iconic score, the production blends soaring vocals, contemporary staging and raw emotional intensity, creating a visceral theatrical experience that has resonated with audiences worldwide. This latest West End revival places the music and storytelling at its heart, reintroducing the show to a new generation in a landmark London setting.

Why It’s Worth Seeing

• A defining rock opera featuring one of the most influential scores in musical theatre history
• Sam Ryder leads a powerhouse West End cast in a celebrated modern revival
• Transfers to Theatre Royal Drury Lane for a major festive West End run

Jesus Christ Superstar Cast

• Jesus – Sam Ryder
• Herod – Matt Bomer, Rob Brydon, Reece Shearsmith, Bob The Drag Queen, Michael Ball, Simon Russell Beale, Omid Djalili and Layton Williams. Find out exact performance dates here.
• Mary Magdalene – Desmonda Cathabel
• Pontius Pilate – David Thaxton
• Caiaphas – Bob Harms
• Annas – Matty J
• Peter – Phil King
• Judas & Simon – All to be announced soon.
• King Herod – Simon Russell Beale from Mon 7 – Sat 12 December 2026. Casting for King Herod on the other dates to be announced.

Jesus Christ Superstar Creatives

• Writers – Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber
• Director – Tim Sheader
• Choreographer – Drew McOnie
• **Design **– Tom Scutt
• Based on the original Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre production