John Legend cast as Jesus of Nazareth in Jesus Christ Superstar Live on NBC...
NBC execs tell Variety
“This score demands a singer with an amazing range and an actor with great depth, and there isn’t anyone better to bring this story to a new audience. His casting is also groundbreaking as the traditional image of Christ will be seen in a new way.”Rocker Alice Cooper has been cast as King Harrod.
Jesus Christ Superstar airs on NBC Easter Sunday April 1, 2018.
