Amanda Reid, NTPA Academy alumna, to star in Jesus Christ Superstar
By Lauren Boykin | Contributor, NTPA
North Texas Performing Arts Repertory Theatre is proud to announce the cast and creative team for the musical Jesus Christ Superstar performing at NTPA’s Willow Bend Center of the Arts, Rodenbaugh Theatre, July 31-August 4, 2024 in Plano, TX.
The cast of 22 professional actors features gifted performers from across the metroplex including NTPA alumna Amanda Reid, a 2023 graduate of the NTPA Academy currently starring in a breakout role in the Apple TV+ family series, “Me.” Called “the next Beyonce” by Dallas Morning News, Amanda returns from LA to the NTPA stage to portray the role of Mary Magdalene. As Mary Magdalene, Reid delivers with her powerful vocal talent and an exceptional dramatic performance.
Joining Reid are other talented NTPA alumni, returning and new Repertory actors in a powerful, reverent and memorable production of this favorite Rock Musical including:
Jesus: Sawyer Bell*
Judas Iscariot: Apollo Harris*
Mary Magdalene: Amanda Reid*
Caiaphas: Tristan Rolater*
Annas: Paris Batjer
Pontius Pilate: Ed Kless
Herod: Troy Murray
Apostles: Evan Arnold, Dakota Britvich, Giovanny Castro, Qwali Chatman*, Taylor Fujihara*, Tony Lopez*, Jack Manno*, Beau Mills, Paige Price, Paige Wenger* and Ethan Yang*
Ensemble: Hannah Hoffman*, Rachel Moes, Lauren Santaella*, Madelyn Arriola*
*NTPA Alumni
The first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 50 years. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, Superstar follows the last week of Jesus Christ’s life and the personal relationships and struggles between Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene and His disciples and followers. Based on the platinum selling album, the musical Jesus Christ Superstar has won numerous accolades including two Tony Awards in 1972 and five Emmy Awards in 2018 for the Jesus Christ Superstar Live television event with John Legend.
The creative team for the NTPA Repertory’s production includes NTPA veteran and creative genius Director Nick Mann, award-winning Choreographer Braxton Riddles and NTPA Repertory company favorite Music Director Billy Veer.
The runtime is 2 hours and 30 minutes and the show is recommended for ages 10+. Tickets range from $20-32. The show runs for one weekend with evening performances at 7:30 pm and matinees at 2:00 pm. A special ASL interpreted and captioned performance will be held on Sunday, August 4 at 7:00 pm. Recommended seating for viewing of the ASL interpreter and captions is the stage right side.
Jesus Christ Superstar
By NTPA Repertory Theatre
Rodenbaugh Theatre (Willow Bend Center of the Arts)
July 31-August 4, 2024
Tickets: $20-32
Ticket link: https://ntparep.org/shows/superstar/
Performances
Wednesday, July 31, 7:30 PM
Thursday, August 1, 7:30 PM
Friday, August 2, 7:30 PM
Saturday, August 3, 2:00 PM
Saturday, August 3, 7:30 PM
Sunday, August 4, 2:00 PM
Sunday, August 4, 7:00PM*
*ASL interpreted and captioned performance. Recommended seating to view the interpreter and the captions is on the stage right side (seats 18-24).
About North Texas Performing Arts Repertory Theatre
North Texas Performing Arts Repertory Theatre is the professional adult theatre company within the 501(c)3 non-profit North Texas Performing Arts family of theatres. The mission of the NTPA Repertory Theatre is to deliver professional-quality theatrical entertainment that inspires audiences and empowers artists; bringing Broadway to the ‘Burbs. NTPA Repertory was named the 2019 Best Adult Theatre Company of Plano.
About North Texas Performing Arts
North Texas Performing Arts (NTPA) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to developing the character of youth through quality performing arts education and family entertainment. NTPA evolved from Plano Children’s Theatre founded three decades ago and is now the largest youth theatre organization in the country. NTPA is headquartered at Willow Bend Center of the Arts in Plano and has additional performance and educational spaces in Fairview, Frisco, and Dallas. Each year NTPA provides opportunities to more than 11,000 students ages three to 18 through its “Ten Characters” leadership development program. NTPA’s professional artistic staff uses theatre, dance, music, voice, film and TV to ignite a lifelong passion for the performing arts and guide young people on a path to becoming better citizens in our community and our world.
Tickets available for purchase at ntparep.org.
