Award-winning 38-year-old bisexual and queer actress and singer, Cynthia Erivo, has been confirmed to tackle the function of Jesus in Jesus Christ Famous person, prompting accusations of blasphemy.
The manufacturing is about to run for 3 nights from August 1 to three on the iconic amphitheatre, Hollywood Bowl, in Los Angeles.
This isn’t Erivo’s first time moving into the world of Jesus Christ Famous person. In 2020, she portrayed Mary Magdalene in a controversial all-female manufacturing, which additionally generated important dialogue.
The rock opera, Jesus Christ Famous person, created by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, has remained a supply of controversy since its premiere in 1971.
Notoriously identified for its disdainful portrayal of biblical figures, the musical represents Jesus as a person grappling with doubts and anxieties, hints at a romantic connection between Jesus and Mary Magdalene, and presents Judas in a extra sympathetic gentle than scriptural accounts.
Erivo, finest identified for her roles in Harriet and Depraved, shared her pleasure concerning the challenge on Instagram.
She posted a collaborative announcement with the Hollywood Bowl and added to her story, stating, “Just a bit busy this summer season. Can’t wait!”
Nevertheless, the casting resolution has sparked speedy backlash. Based on Day by day Mail, critics have been vocal about their disapproval.
One commenter remarked, “Cynthia ought to be extra cautious concerning the roles she takes. That is simply plain disrespectful.”
One other condemned the manufacturing as “blasphemy” and accused it of “mocking Christ the King.”
Others criticised Hollywood’s strategy to faith-based narratives, with one stating, “Hollywood actually is only a fishbowl of like-minded people; good luck with this one.”
